Boca Raton Car Accident Attorney

Auto Accident Attorneys Fighting for Maximum Compensation

The Boca Raton car accident attorneys at Zimmerman & Frachtman have handled hundreds of motor vehicle accident cases in Florida – anything from fender benders to T-bones to serious collisions resulting in hospitalization.

If you have been involved in a car accident in South Florida, our Boca Raton personal injury lawyer is here to help with experience and diligence to see you through your tough times.

Our Boca Raton office is located at 2600 N Military Trail, Suite 410, Boca Raton, FL 33431. Call (954) 504-6577 to arrange a free consultation!

Common Causes of Car Accidents in Boca Raton

Car accidents result from a number of preventable causes. The most common include:

• Distracted driving
• Drunk / drugged driving
• Speeding / reckless driving
• Poorly maintained vehicles
• Poorly maintained roads
• Inclement weather
• Dangerous road design
• Road construction

What Damages are Available in Car Accident Injury Claims?

If you have been injured in a car accident that someone else caused, you have a legal right to pursue compensation for your losses. Damages are categorized as either "economic" or "non-economic." Economic damages are those which are objective and easily quantifiable, such as vehicle repair costs, medical bills, physical therapy bills, lost wages, etc. Non-economic damages are subjective in nature, but which still represent legitimate losses. These may include pain and suffering, emotional trauma, loss of consortium, etc.

How Does Florida’s No-Fault Law Affect My Claim?

Because Florida is a no-fault auto insurance state, all accident claims will be submitted to the drivers’ own insurance providers, regardless of who is at fault for the crash. This lures many injured drivers into a false sense of security, believing that their own insurance policy will cover all their losses without having to prove fault or liability. Nothing could be further from the truth! Most Personal Injury Protection (PIP) policies only cover the bare minimum of losses related to your claim, which can leave you with thousands of dollars worth of expenses that you may not be able to pay.

However, Florida does allow compensation to be recovered outside the no-fault system where the injuries or other losses (death of a loved one) exceed the policy limits of PIP coverage.

According to Fla. Stat. Ann. section 627.737, the injuries must meet the following threshold:

• Significant and permanent loss of an important bodily function.
• Permanent injury within a reasonable degree of medical probability, other than scarring or disfigurement.
• Significant and permanent scarring or disfigurement.
• Death.

Car accident claims in Florida are best handled by an experienced attorney who can help you navigate the complexities of no-fault insurance laws. Call our Boca Raton car accident lawyers today at (954) 504-6577 to schedule a free consultation of your case!

Get Started Today with an Initial Case Evaluation

The only way to know for sure what your car accident case is worth is to discuss the particulars of your accident with a qualified Boca Raton car accident attorney. Zimmerman & Frachtman is standing by to review your case and help you understand your legal options. We have a track record of successful outcomes with auto accident claims and can offer you the top-quality guidance that comes from many years of combined experience. Rest assured that when you entrust your case to our firm, we will fight to maximize the value of your case and get you the most compensation possible for your losses.

Work with a proven car accident lawyer in Boca Raton. Contact our firm today at (954) 504-6577.