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Pedestrian injuries are rarely minor, and the driver's insurer knows it. Fill out the form or call local injury lawyer Alex Senft to start your free consult. Calls answered 24/7.
Most pedestrians assume that without a car or car insurance, nobody pays. That's often not true. If you have PIP on your own policy, or through a relative you live with, it covers you even while walking. If you don't, and you're a Florida resident who doesn't own a car that requires PIP, the PIP on the car that hit you may cover your medical bills and lost wages. Not sure who pays? Get a free coverage review.
Tell us what happened. We'll explain your rights, who pays, and your options at no cost.
Florida PIP requires treatment within 14 days. We connect you with medical providers across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach.
Traffic camera and business video, witness statements, and crash reports, before they disappear.
We negotiate with the insurer, and if the offer isn't fair, we're prepared to take your case to trial.
Yes, car insurance can cover pedestrian accidents in Florida. Under Florida’s no-fault system, if the pedestrian has their own auto insurance (or is covered under someone else’s policy), that insurance will cover their medical expenses and lost wages, regardless of fault. If the pedestrian does not have insurance or has expenses that exceed their policy limit, they can pursue compensation from the at fault driver.
Yes, you may still file a claim in Florida even if you were jaywalking. Florida's comparative negligence rule dictates that your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault for the accident. For example, if you are found 30% at fault due to jaywalking and your total settlement amount is $100,000, your compensation would be reduced by 30%, leaving you with $70,000. A Florida pedestrian accident lawyer can assess the specifics of your case, explain how comparative negligence laws apply, and work to maximize your compensation.
Yes. PIP medical benefits require initial treatment within 14 days of the crash. Miss that window and you can lose PIP medical coverage entirely. We can connect you with a provider near you.
For most injuries on or after March 24, 2023, you have two years from the date of the crash to file a lawsuit (Fla. Stat. § 95.11). Video footage and witnesses disappear much faster than that, so act quickly.
You may still have options. Your own uninsured motorist coverage may apply if you carry it, and your PIP still covers you regardless of fault. Report the crash to police right away, since that's required for most claims.
After a pedestrian accident, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, including hospital visits and rehabilitation costs, as well as lost wages if your injuries prevent you from working. Compensation can also cover the physical and emotional toll of the accident, often referred to as pain and suffering. In some cases, you can recover costs for personal items damaged during the accident, such as a phone or other belongings. The exact amount will depend on the severity of your injuries and the specifics of the accident.
It depends on how serious your injuries are, whether fault is disputed, and whether the case goes to trial. Simpler cases can settle in months. Cases that are complex or go to trial can take a year or longer.
Senft Legal works on a contingency fee of 33% to 40% of the recovery, depending on the complexity of the case. If there's no recovery, you owe no fees and no costs.
Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.
After a pedestrian crash, the driver's insurance company almost always tells the same story: you stepped out, you weren't in a crosswalk, you were wearing dark clothes, it was too dark to see you. They push fault onto you because in Florida, a person found more than 50% at fault can't recover anything. Don't accept the insurer's version of events, and don't give a recorded statement before you talk to us. Lawyer up and fight back.
