After a car crash, Florida’s insurance laws create a complex path to getting the compensation you need for your injuries and losses. A Tampa car accident lawyer from Boohoff Law, P.A. guides you through this process, stands up to insurance companies, and fights for your future.
You don’t have to navigate this complicated journey on your own.
Our team is here to protect your rights and handle the legal burdens so you can focus on your health.
Call Boohoff Law, P.A. at (813) 445-8161 for a free discussion about your case.
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Selecting the right legal team is a major decision that impacts the outcome of your case. We provide dedicated and aggressive representation focused on one thing: getting you the best possible result.
Our history of success is built on a foundation of trust, relentless advocacy, and deep community roots.
Our attorneys have firsthand knowledge of the roads you travel every day. We know the dangerous intersections on Dale Mabry Highway, the heavy commercial traffic near the Port of Tampa, and the high-speed risks on I-275 and I-4.
We represent clients injured in auto crashes in neighborhoods from South Tampa and Hyde Park to Ybor City and New Tampa. When we handle your case, we understand the specific traffic patterns, road conditions, and local factors that contributed to your accident.
Our familiarity with the area strengthens our ability to build a compelling case on your behalf.
Insurance adjusters have a job to do: protect their company’s profits. They often try to get you to accept a quick, low settlement before you know the full extent of your injuries. They may also try to get you to provide a recorded statement they can use against you later.
Our Tampa car accident attorneys even things out. From day one, we take over all communication with the insurance companies. We handle the paperwork, the phone calls, and the aggressive tactics so you don’t have to.
Our approach is simple: We prepare every case as if it’s going to trial. This thorough preparation sends a clear message to the insurer that we’re serious about compensation. While many cases settle before a lawsuit is necessary, our trial readiness gives us a strong negotiating position.
We’re proud of our track record of recovering millions for our clients. We combine compassionate client service with aggressive legal strategies to maximize the compensation you receive. Your fight becomes our fight, and we never back down from a challenge.
If an accident injured you, you need a strong ally in your corner. Let our Tampa personal injury lawyers handle your claim. Contact Boohoff Law, P.A. at (813) 445-8161 to get started.
From the moment you hire us, our team takes on the full weight of your legal claim. Your job is to focus on your medical treatment and recovery. Our job is to manage every detail of your case to build the strongest argument for full compensation.
A personal injury lawyer acts as your representative in all legal matters. This includes filing all necessary paperwork accurately and on time, a task full of potential pitfalls for those unfamiliar with the system. We meet all of Florida’s strict deadlines, so a clerical error doesn’t trip up your case.
Insurance adjusters are trained negotiators. Their goal is to close your claim for as little as possible. We shield you from their tactics.
A Tampa car accident lawyer from our firm will:
A successful personal injury claim depends on substantial evidence. While you recover, our team gets to work immediately. We perform a complete and independent investigation into the cause of your accident.
Our investigative process includes several key actions. We gather the official police report, speak to any witnesses, and obtain photos and videos of the crash scene and vehicle damage.
A Tampa personal injury attorney at our firm may also work with accident reconstruction experts to prove exactly how the other driver’s negligence caused the crash.
A successful claim needs a full accounting of every loss you have suffered. We meticulously document all your current and future economic damages, from medical bills to lost earning potential. We also work to place a value on your pain and suffering.
Once we calculate this total, we assemble a comprehensive demand package to present to the at-fault party’s insurance company. Our attorneys are aggressive negotiators who resist unfair tactics and lowball offers.
We handle the entire fight, preparing to take your case to court if necessary to get you the compensation you need.
Most car accidents are not accidents at all. They happen because a driver makes a careless or reckless choice. This legal concept is known as negligence. To win your claim, your Tampa car accident lawyer must prove four elements of negligence.
First, we must show that the other driver had a duty to operate their vehicle safely. All drivers assume this responsibility when they take to the road. Second, we must prove they breached that duty through a specific action, like texting while driving.
Third, we establish that this breach directly caused the crash and your injuries. Finally, we must document the damages you suffered as a result.
Florida requires every driver to carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance. This is part of the state’s no-fault system, which means your own insurance policy is your first source of compensation for medical bills and lost wages, regardless of who caused the accident.
Under Florida Statute § 627.736, PIP covers:
Your PIP benefits max out at $10,000. However, to receive the full benefit, you must seek initial medical treatment within 14 days of the accident. If your injuries exceed what your PIP policy covers, you may file a claim against the at-fault driver for the remaining damages.
Driver negligence takes many forms on the busy roads of Hillsborough County. Common examples include:
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Following a car accident, you likely face numerous financial pressures from medical bills to lost time at work. A Tampa personal injury lawyer from our team works to identify all your losses. We then pursue compensation for these damages from the at-fault party.
Florida law allows accident victims to seek payment for various losses. These fall into two main categories: economic damages and non-economic damages. We meticulously document each one to build a comprehensive demand for compensation.
These damages are the direct financial losses you suffer because of the accident. They’re tangible and have a clear monetary value. We prove these costs using bills, receipts, and employment records.
Your claim may include compensation for:
These damages compensate you for the non-financial, personal losses resulting from the accident. They address the human cost of your injuries. Putting a number on this kind of suffering is difficult, but your lawyer knows how to value it fairly.
These losses include your pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. A catastrophic injury, like a spinal cord injury or a traumatic brain injury, has a profound impact on your quality of life.
Our Tampa car accident lawyers fight to hold the negligent party accountable for this deep personal harm.
Car accidents cause a wide range of injuries, from minor to life-altering. Common injuries include whiplash and other soft tissue injuries, which affect the muscles and ligaments in the neck and back.
We also see many cases involving broken bones, concussions, and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). More severe crashes result in spinal cord injuries, which can lead to paralysis and internal organ damage.
Florida has a high rate of uninsured drivers. If the driver who hit you has no insurance, you may be able to file a claim with your own Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage. This is an optional part of your own auto insurance policy that steps in to cover your damages.
The same applies if the at-fault driver has insurance but their policy limits are too low to cover your losses; this situation is an Underinsured Motorist (UIM) claim. A lawyer helps you navigate the process of filing a claim with your own insurer.
Florida uses a modified comparative negligence system, which means a court determines the percentage of fault for each party involved in the accident. Your percentage of fault reduces your final compensation award.
Under this system, a court assigns a percentage of fault to each party. Your total compensation award decreases by your percentage of fault. Following a 2023 change in the law, you cannot recover any compensation if a court finds you more than 50 percent at fault for the incident. Insurance companies often use this rule to shift blame and reduce their payout, so you must build a strong case that clearly establishes the other party’s liability
Proving fault is the foundation of your case, and a Tampa car accident lawyer uses many types of evidence to show the other driver’s negligence. This includes the official police report, photos of the accident scene and vehicle damage, and eyewitness statements.
If we suspect distracted driving, we may also obtain traffic camera footage or subpoena cell phone records. In complex cases, we hire accident reconstruction experts to analyze the crash and provide expert testimony about how it happened.
The majority of car accident cases are settled out of court. An experienced lawyer from our firm will negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf to reach a fair settlement. We present a strong case backed by evidence, which often convinces the insurer to offer a reasonable amount.
However, if the insurance company refuses to be fair, we’re always prepared to file a lawsuit and take your case to trial to fight for the outcome you need.
Florida sets a strict time limit, known as the statute of limitations, for filing a personal injury lawsuit. For most car accident cases based on negligence, you have two years from the date of the crash to file a lawsuit.
A recent change in state law shortened this deadline. If you miss this deadline, you will likely lose your right to pursue compensation in court. You can find this law in Florida Statutes § 95.11.
We handle personal injury claims on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay no upfront or out-of-pocket fees. Our fee is a percentage of the total compensation we recover for you. If we do not win your case, you owe us nothing for our legal services.
You don’t have to carry the weight of a car accident claim by yourself. While you focus on what matters most, let us handle the fight for justice. The team at Boohoff Law, P.A. is ready to stand by your side and be the strong advocate you need.
We bring a combination of legal skill, aggressive tactics, and compassionate support to every case. We’re here to answer your questions and give you a clear path forward.
Call us 24/7 to start with a free, no-obligation case evaluation. Contact us today at (813) 445-8161.
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