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Car Accident Attorneys in Plantation, FL
If you’ve been injured in a collision in Plantation, Florida, the Plantation car accident attorneys at Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers are here to help. We’ve served Broward County clients for decades from our South Florida offices, and we are prepared to take over your fight with the insurance company so you can focus on recovering and rebuilding your future.
Our attorneys have recovered over $250 million for injured Floridians, backed by more than 60 years of combined experience. Insurance companies count on you settling fast, before you know what your case is worth — we don’t let that happen.
Call (561) 800-8000 for a free consultation anytime, 24/7. If your injuries keep you from traveling, we’ll come to you.
Table Of Contents
- Car Accident Attorneys in Plantation, FL
- Table Of Contents
- Why You Should Choose Frankl Kominsky for Your Plantation Car Accident Case
- Plantation Car Accident Statistics
- Where are the Plantation, FL Accident Hot Spots?
- Types of Car Accidents We Handle in Plantation
- Florida’s No-Fault Law and Plantation Car Accident Claims
- What Damages Can You Recover After a Plantation Car Accident?
- Plantation Car Accident FAQs
- Talk to a Plantation Car Accident Lawyer at Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers Today
Why You Should Choose Frankl Kominsky for Your Plantation Car Accident Case
When you decide to partner with the Frankl Kominsky team, you receive the resources of an established South Florida injury firm, located close to Plantation, that is completely focused on fighting for the financial compensation you deserve for your recovery.
- Close to home. We’re a South Florida firm that has served Broward County — including Plantation — for decades. You can stop by anytime, or we can come to you if your injuries make travel challenging.
- A track record that matters. Over $250 million recovered, 60+ years of combined experience, and more than 2,000 verified 5-star Google reviews.
- No upfront cost. We work on a contingency fee basis, so you owe no attorney’s fee unless we win.
- Available 24/7. Call any time for a free, no-obligation consultation. One of our attorneys — not a case manager — will review your case at no charge.
Plantation Car Accident Statistics
Plantation is a suburban city of about 95,000 people in central Broward County, between Fort Lauderdale and Weston, and Broward is one of the most crash-heavy counties in Florida. According to Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) data, the county recorded more than 21,000 traffic crashes and about 124 deaths in one recent year, along with more than 12,600 reported injuries.
Plantation’s share of those crashes concentrates on a handful of busy arterials and its stretch of I-595. Like most cities, Plantations’ intersections are among the most dangerous places to drive, where heavy turning traffic and pedestrian activity collide, and hit-and-run crashes remain a persistent problem countywide.
Heavy commercial traffic, dense shopping corridors, and freeway merges combine to make certain roads far more dangerous than others. Whatever the cause, the aftermath is the same: medical bills, missed work, and an insurer already looking for reasons to pay you less than the full value of your losses.
Where are the Plantation, FL Accident Hot Spots?
Certain Plantation corridors produce far more crashes than others. Knowing the roadway and its crash patterns helps us build your case as soon as you decide to partner with our team. Here are some of the areas where serious car collisions can occur.
Broward Boulevard (SR-842)
Plantation’s primary east–west arterial carries heavy commercial and commuter traffic. Its busy signalized intersections are frequent sites of rear-end and left-turn crashes.
University Drive (SR-817)
The major north–south corridor through central Plantation is lined with shopping, offices, and restaurants. Constant turning movements and dense traffic make it one of the city’s most crash-prone roads.
Pine Island Road
This suburban shopping corridor experiences heavy stop-and-go traffic and vehicles constantly entering and exiting at store driveways, resulting in frequent rear-end and side-impact collisions.
Sunrise Boulevard
Sunrise Boulevard connects Plantation to I-595 and points east, where high-speed merges and lane changes create dangerous conflict points.
I-595
This major freeway runs through and near Plantation with heavy commercial truck traffic. High speeds and busy exit ramps can make merge and exit-ramp crashes especially serious.
Peters Road
Peters Road is a neighborhood collector where local traffic mixes with pedestrians and cyclists, raising the risk of pedestrian distractions in residential areas.
Types of Car Accidents We Handle in Plantation
We handle all kinds of Plantation crashes. The type of accident can help us determine how the crash occurred and what evidence we need to establish liability.
Rear-End Accidents
These are the most common types of Plantation crashes. They can happen at red-light intersections along University Drive and Broward Boulevard, in stop-and-go traffic, or simply when a distracted driver takes their eyes off the road for a few seconds. Even low-speed impacts can cause whiplash and back injuries that lead to ongoing pain, while insurers try to minimize their true impact.
T-Bone (Side-Impact) Accidents
This type of collision is common at shopping-center exits and busy intersections, when a driver fails to yield or runs a light. Because the side of a vehicle offers little protection, these crashes often cause serious injuries.
Commercial Truck Accidents
On I-595, collisions with commercial trucks are more complicated because they can involve the driver, the trucking company, other parties, and violations of federal safety rules. Because of the size and weight of semi-tractor trucks, the injuries suffered by people in passenger vehicles are usually severe.
Pedestrian and Cyclist Accidents
Near the Pine Island Road shopping areas and on residential streets, pedestrians and cyclists face real danger from turning and distracted drivers. These crashes are often catastrophic or sometimes fatal.
Rideshare (Uber and Lyft) Accidents
Rideshare crashes add an insurance wrinkle because the applicable insurance coverage depends on what the app driver was doing at the time of impact. During an active trip, Uber and Lyft each carry $1 million in liability coverage, which can mean a more complete recovery for serious injuries. We work to identify every policy that might cover your claim.
Florida’s No-Fault Law and Plantation Car Accident Claims
Florida is a no-fault insurance state, so after most Plantation crashes, your own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage will pay your initial medical bills and part of your lost wages up to $10,000, regardless of who was at fault for your accident and losses. To use these benefits, you must seek medical treatment within 14 days after the accident. If you wait too long, your own PIP coverage will deny your claim.
Because $10,000 of PIP coverage rarely pays the expenses related to a serious injury, Florida law lets you step outside the no-fault restrictions and sue the at-fault driver when your injuries cross the “serious injury” threshold. Injuries that qualify as a serious injury include permanent injuries, significant and permanent scarring or disfigurement, or the permanent loss of an important bodily function.
If you suffered a serious injury, you can pursue full compensation, including pain and suffering damages, from the negligent driver who caused the crash. Florida’s 2023 tort reform (HB 837) also made two significant changes to Florida law that impact these claims:
- A 2-year statute of limitations filing deadline. For crashes on or after March 24, 2023, injured accident victims only have two years from the accident to file a lawsuit. The window of opportunity was previously four years. If you miss this deadline, you almost certainly lose the right to recover your losses from all responsible parties.
- The 51% comparative fault bar. If you’re found more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover any of your losses. If you are determined to be 50% or less at fault, your final recovery is reduced by your share of the blame. Our skilled team can gather evidence to determine who was responsible for the accident and minimize your share of the blame to maximize your overall financial recovery.
What Damages Can You Recover After a Plantation Car Accident?
After a Plantation vehicle crash, you can generally request both your financial losses and the personal cost of your injuries, including:
- Medical bills, including past and future care. For example, the ambulance and ER visit after an I-595 truck crash, plus surgery, hospital recovery, physical therapy, and long-term treatment.
- Lost wages and earning capacity. Including income and other benefits you missed while you recover, and future earnings if your injuries keep you from returning to the same work.
- Pain and suffering. This category includes physical pain, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment of life, among other personal losses. There is no cap on these damages in a standard Florida car accident case.
- Property damage. Repair or replacement of your vehicle and other property.
Insurers routinely undervalue future care and pain and suffering. We can work with medical and financial experts to prove the full lifetime value of your claim.
Plantation Car Accident FAQs
What’s the deadline to file a car accident claim in Florida?
For crashes on or after March 24, 2023, you generally have two years from the accident date to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline almost always ends your claim, so it’s best to act quickly. Also, preparing a strong legal claim takes time. The sooner you reach out, the faster we can begin gathering and preserving the evidence needed to support your claim.
What if the accident was partly my fault?
You can still recover as long as you were 50% or less at fault for the crash. In those cases, under Florida’s modified comparative negligence rule, your compensation will be reduced by your share of fault. However, if you are found to be more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover any losses from the other liable parties. One of our most important jobs is to find evidence that minimizes the blame assigned to you.
How much does a Plantation car accident lawyer cost?
At Frankl Kominsky, you pay nothing up front. No fees and no costs. We work on a contingency fee basis, so our legal fees are a percentage of what we recover for you. If we don’t win, you owe no attorney’s fees. Your consultation is also free. Call (561) 800-8000 now to learn more and see if you have a viable personal injury case.
What if the other driver was a rideshare driver?
It can actually strengthen your claim. When an Uber or Lyft driver is on an active trip, most rideshare companies carry a $1 million liability policy, which is far more than most personal auto policies. Total coverage depends on the driver’s app status at the time of the crash, and we work to identify all applicable insurance policies.
What should I do after a car accident in Plantation?
Call 911 and, if possible, photograph the scene and vehicles, exchange information, and gather witness contacts. Seek medical care within 14 days to protect your PIP benefits. If the other driver’s insurance adjuster calls you, avoid admitting fault or giving them a recorded statement until you speak with a lawyer. Let our team review the terms before you accept any settlement offer.
How much is my Plantation car accident case worth?
It depends on the severity of your injuries, your medical costs, the amount of lost income, and how the crash affects your life overall. There is no cap on pain and suffering in a typical Florida auto case. The only reliable way to understand your case’s value is to have a lawyer review the specific facts and explain the applicable laws.
Talk to a Plantation Car Accident Lawyer at Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers Today
You don’t have to face the insurance company or aggressive defense lawyers on your own. The Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers team has more than 60 years of combined experience fighting for injured Floridians, and we have recovered over $250 million for accident victims like you. We’ll bring that experience to your Plantation car accident case, starting by traveling to you if you can’t come to us.
Your consultation is free, we’re available 24/7, and there’s no fee unless we win. Call (561) 800-8000 now for a free, no-obligation case consultation.
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Steven L. Frankl
Steven L. Frankl represents clients in cases of catastrophic injury, wrongful death, motor vehicle accidents, trucking accidents, medical malpractice, and product liability, as well as slip/trip fall accidents and nursing home neglect. Mr. Frankl’s practice is built on the pursuit of justice and fair compensation for his clients.
