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A serious injury in Miami can come from almost anywhere, whether that is a crash on the Palmetto Expressway, a fall in a crowded store, or a reckless driver in a neighborhood crosswalk. Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers represents injured people and grieving families throughout Miami and Miami-Dade County, and our team handles the insurers, deadlines, and evidence so clients can focus on getting better. Our Miami personal injury attorneys meet with new clients for free, the firm is available 24/7, and you never pay us out of pocket because our fee comes from the recovery.
Insurance companies start evaluating a claim the day it is reported. Call 561-800-8000 so someone is evaluating it for you, too.
Miami Injury Claims Our Attorneys Handle
We handle the injury claims Miami residents and visitors face most often, and each type of case brings its own insurance rules, evidence, and obstacles. The table below shows the main claims we take on and what tends to make each one difficult without a lawyer.
| Type of case | What makes it hard to handle without a lawyer |
|---|---|
| Car accidents | No-fault rules limit what you can recover unless the injury meets Florida's permanency threshold |
| Truck accidents | Trucking companies control logs, engine data, and video that can disappear quickly |
| Motorcycle accidents | Riders have no PIP coverage and often face unfair assumptions about fault |
| Pedestrian accidents | Drivers give their account first while the pedestrian is being treated |
| Bus accidents | Claims against public transit require written notice and face damage caps |
| Hit-and-run crashes | Recovery may depend on uninsured motorist coverage and fast video searches |
| Slip and falls | Florida requires proof that a business knew or should have known about the hazard |
| Premises injuries | Owners, managers, and contractors often point at each other |
| Brain injuries | Symptoms can be subtle and are easy for insurers to downplay |
| Wrongful death | Families must pursue the claim through the estate's personal representative |
Whatever kind of injury brought you here, our team can explain where your claim stands during a free consultation.
How Do We Handle a Miami-Dade Injury Claim?
We handle a Miami-Dade injury claim by collecting the evidence, opening every available insurance claim, and building the case as though it may go to trial. That preparation is what gives an injured person leverage when an insurer makes its first offer.
Investigation and Evidence
Gathering the right evidence often means finding video from businesses, buses, and traffic cameras before it is recorded over. We also obtain crash and incident reports, photographs, and witness statements while memories are fresh.
Dealing With the Insurance Company
Insurance adjusters are trained to keep payouts low, and early calls are often designed to get statements that limit a claim. Once we represent you, those conversations go through our office.
Communicating in Your Language
Miami is home to many families who are more comfortable in Spanish or Creole, and our staff speaks both. Clear communication matters when you are deciding whether to accept an offer or move forward with a lawsuit.
Preparing for Court
Most injury claims resolve through negotiation, but some insurers will not pay a fair amount until a lawsuit is filed. Miami cases are heard in Miami-Dade County Circuit Court, part of Florida's 11th Judicial Circuit, and we prepare each case with that possibility in mind.
Who Investigates Injuries in Miami-Dade County?
Several agencies investigate crashes and injuries in Miami-Dade County, and the report that comes from them can shape how an insurer views the case. Knowing which agency to contact is one of the first questions we answer for new clients.
Agencies that commonly write reports in our Miami cases include:
- The Miami Police Department, for crashes and incidents inside city limits
- The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office, for unincorporated parts of the county
- The Florida Highway Patrol, for many crashes on interstates and expressways
- Police departments in nearby cities such as Coral Gables, Hialeah, and Miami Beach
Reports sometimes contain errors or leave out witnesses. We review them closely and gather additional evidence when the report does not tell the whole story.
What Can a Miami Personal Injury Claim Recover?
A Miami personal injury claim can recover the financial costs of an injury and the personal losses that come with it. A full claim looks ahead to future needs, not just the bills already received.
Economic Losses
Medical bills, rehabilitation, prescriptions, lost wages, and reduced earning ability are all economic losses. Pay records, tax returns, and statements from doctors about future care help prove these amounts.
Non-Economic Losses
Pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life can make up a large share of a serious injury claim. Injuries such as whiplash, which often cause neck and back pain that lingers, need consistent treatment records to support these damages.
How Medical Bills Are Presented
Florida's rules on medical damages often limit the evidence of past bills to amounts actually paid or owed, and they require detailed disclosures when treatment is provided under a letter of protection. We organize billing records with those rules in mind so your medical damages are presented accurately.
Punitive Damages
In rare cases involving gross negligence or intentional misconduct, Florida allows a claim for punitive damages under section 768.72. The claimant must first show a reasonable basis in the record before the court allows that claim to proceed.
What Should You Do in the First Days After a Miami Injury?
The first days after a Miami injury are when evidence is easiest to find and when insurers are most likely to call. A few early steps protect both your health and your claim, and our team can take over most of them once you call.
Get Medical Care Promptly
Prompt treatment documents the injury and links it to the incident. After a car crash, waiting too long can also cost you personal injury protection benefits.
Keep Every Record
Save photos, receipts, appointment summaries, and any letters from insurance companies. Even small items, such as parking receipts for doctor visits, can become part of a claim.
Send Insurer Calls to Us
Adjusters often call within days to request a recorded statement or a broad medical authorization. Once you hire us, those requests come to our office instead.
Stay Quiet Online
Photos and comments on social media can be taken out of context to suggest an injury is minor. Keeping the incident and your recovery offline protects the claim while it is pending.
Fault and Deadlines in Miami Injury Cases
Every percentage point of blame a jury assigns to you comes off the award, and section 768.81(6) cuts off recovery entirely past the 50% mark. Insurers in Miami often argue speeding, distraction, or carelessness to push that percentage up.
An Expressway Example
Suppose a driver changes lanes into your car on the Dolphin Expressway, and your damages are valued at $280,000. If the jury finds you 10% responsible for not reacting sooner, the recovery is $252,000.
The Clock on a Miami Claim
Miami injuries that happened on or after March 24, 2023, typically come with a two-year window to file suit under section 95.11(5)(a). Claims against a county or city follow written notice rules, and wrongful death claims have their own timeline, so deadlines should be confirmed early.
Recoveries Across Our Injury Practice
Every client we represent gets the same preparation and persistence, whether they lost a loved one or are living with a lingering injury. These are some of the results:
- $2,000,000 in a wrongful death case
- $750,000 for cervical and lumbar injuries
- $270,423.22 for cervical, lumbar, and shoulder injuries
- $110,000 for cervical and lumbar injuries
Different evidence, injuries, and insurance produced each of these results, and no past amount promises what a future claim will bring.
Why Miami Clients Trust Frankl Kominsky
Miami clients trust Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers because we take on insurers the way they take on injured people: with preparation and persistence. Our staff speaks Spanish and Creole, and we meet Miami-Dade clients by phone, video, or at our Pompano Beach office.
Clients rely on:
- A lawyer who personally leads the case and keeps them informed
- Over $250 million recovered for injured clients
- 60+ years of combined injury law experience
- Over 2,000 verified client reviews and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau
- Recognition from Super Lawyers and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Media coverage from the Miami Herald, the Sun Sentinel, and NBC
Reach our team at 561-800-8000 to set up a no-cost meeting about what happened.
FAQ: Miami Personal Injury Cases
Can I hire a Miami injury lawyer if I live outside Florida?
Yes, a visitor injured in Miami can hire a Florida lawyer to pursue the claim after returning home. Much of the work, including document review and meetings, can be handled by phone, email, and video.
What if a Miami-Dade County agency caused my injury?
A claim against Miami-Dade County or one of its departments must be presented in writing to the county before a lawsuit can be filed under section 768.28. Florida also caps what a county pays, so identifying other responsible parties can matter.
What if more than one person was hurt in the same crash?
When several people are hurt in one Florida crash, everyone's claims may compete for the same insurance policy limits. Getting injuries documented and a claim presented early can affect how available coverage is divided.
Do I have to see a doctor within 14 days after a car crash?
Yes, for personal injury protection benefits after a Florida car crash, initial treatment generally must begin within 14 days under section 627.736. Waiting longer can cost you PIP benefits and give an insurer a reason to question whether the crash caused the injury.
What if my injury happened at a hotel, resort, or event venue in Miami?
An injury at a Miami hotel, resort, or event venue may lead to a claim against the property owner, the operator, or a security or maintenance contractor. Incident reports, video, and contracts help determine who controlled the area where you were hurt.
Recovery Starts With a Plan
An injury in Miami can upend work, family routines, and plans in an instant. Having a clear plan for the claim makes the road ahead easier to follow.
Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers is ready to build that plan with you. Pick up the phone and call 561-800-8000 at any hour, and a Miami personal injury attorney will walk you through your options without charge.
