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Residents of Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Tallahassee, and other Florida cities can start a private case evaluation on CarInjuryAccident.com after a car wreck, truck crash, or tourist-area collision.
Florida's no-fault insurance rules and court procedures frequently evolve. CarInjuryAccident.com does not represent clients in circuit court and cannot ensure any specific outcome.
Legal snapshot
How Florida car accident cases are often discussed
General information about car wrecks and injury claims in Florida. This is not legal advice, and rules change.
Fault rule
Modified comparative fault (recent reforms)
Florida is a no-fault auto state, and recent changes also tightened comparative-fault and filing rules. PIP benefits often come first after a crash.
Typical filing window
Many injury lawsuits now discussed around 2 years
Ranges vary by claim type. Confirm the date that applies to you with a participating attorney.
Auto system
No-fault (PIP), then possible third-party claim
No-fault states often start with PIP benefits. At-fault states usually look first at who caused the wreck.
Where cases are heard
Circuit Court in each county, from Miami-Dade to Orange and Hillsborough
CarInjuryAccident.com does not file cases or appear in these courts.
Free case review
Request help after a wreck in Florida
Share a few details about the crash. Participating attorneys decide whether to continue the conversation. Submitting a form does not hire a lawyer.
Local context
Legal landscape in Florida
Florida follows a no-fault auto insurance system. Personal injury protection (PIP) benefits typically cover initial crash expenses, and a serious injury threshold may influence whether you can pursue a claim against another driver. Recent legislative changes have also impacted comparative fault and filing procedures.
Most personal injury lawsuits now carry a two-year statute of limitations, a reduction from the former four-year period. Claims related to hurricanes, condominium incidents, and tourist areas present additional complexities. Always verify current laws with a Florida attorney.
Issues that often come up in Florida reviews
01
PIP comes before many crash lawsuits
Personal injury protection benefits are often the first insurance conversation after a Florida wreck. A serious-injury threshold can affect whether you sue another driver. That is different from a simple at-fault state.
02
Shorter filing windows after reform
Many personal injury lawsuits now face a two-year filing period, shorter than the older four-year window. Hurricane, condo, and tourist-area claims add more local wrinkles. Confirm current law with a Florida attorney.
03
Tourism, rentals, and visitor wrecks
Visitor wrecks, hotel-shuttle collisions, and rental-car crashes in Miami-Dade, Orlando, and Tampa raise extra insurer questions. CarInjuryAccident.com does not file in circuit court and does not promise a settlement.
Case types
What people request after a crash in Florida
Request a confidential review for a wreck or injury matter that arose in Florida. Participating attorneys decide whether to take the conversation further.
Car Accidents
Hurt in a car wreck? Request a private evaluation.
DUI
Charged with a DUI or DWI? Request a private evaluation soon.
Personal Injury
Were you hurt in an accident? Ask for a private assessment.
Social Security & Disability
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Bankruptcy
Buried in debt? Find out if bankruptcy or another solution is right for you.
Divorce
Facing divorce, custody, or support issues? Request a consultation.
Before you submit
Good to know in Florida
- Florida insurance and court practice change often. Treat older articles with caution.
- PIP deadlines and lawsuit deadlines are not always the same date.
- A participating Florida attorney should review both clocks.
This page is general information about Florida law, not legal advice from CarInjuryAccident.com. A participating attorney who reviews your facts can confirm what applies to you.