One driver struck another vehicle from behind, causing significant injuries. The injured driver had settled with the at-fault driver and then sued their own insurance company for underinsured motorist coverage. The jury found in favor of the injured driver and awarded damages.
One driver alleged that another driver negligently operated their vehicle, causing a collision. The injured person claimed this negligence resulted in bodily injury, pain, disability, and medical expenses. A second collision with another driver was also alleged, with the injured person claiming the injuries from both accidents formed a single, indivisible injury. The case involved claims against the drivers, their employers, and an insurance company for uninsured/underinsured motorist benefits.
One driver's vehicle was rear-ended, pushing it into the vehicle in front. The collision occurred on a public road. The injured person had an insurance policy with underinsured motorist coverage.
One driver was rear-ended by another driver at an intersection. The driver who caused the collision was allegedly intoxicated. The jury found the defendant driver negligent and that the plaintiff suffered a permanent injury. Punitive damages were also awarded.
A driver was stopped at an intersection when their vehicle was hit from behind. The driver experienced neck and low back pain following the collision. Medical experts indicated that some of the injuries were pre-existing, while others were related to the accident. The driver was later found totally disabled by the Social Security Administration due to these injuries.
One driver's vehicle was struck from behind by a van. The impact caused the plaintiff's car to hit another vehicle in front of it. The plaintiff claimed the collision caused injuries to her knee, back, shoulder, and head, requiring surgery. The defendants argued the injuries were not permanent. The jury found the plaintiff sustained a permanent injury.
One driver was involved in a rear-end collision while driving on a highway at an intersection. The injured driver had an underinsured motorist policy with the defendant insurance company. Liability was not contested. The case went to trial, and the jury returned a verdict for the plaintiff. The case later settled for the exact amount of the verdict.
One driver was rear-ended by another vehicle at an intersection. The injured driver was diagnosed with disc herniations and experienced ongoing back pain. The defense argued the low-speed impact did not cause permanent injury and pointed to gaps in treatment. The jury found the injury was permanent and awarded damages.
One driver rear-ended another driver's vehicle in an intersection. The injured driver had a fracture and aggravation of a pre-existing condition, requiring multiple surgeries. The defense questioned if the injury was caused by the accident.
One driver was stopped at a red light when the other driver rear-ended her. The injured driver experienced neck and back pain and later underwent surgery. The defendants admitted fault but disputed the extent of the injuries and damages.
One driver was stopped on a road preparing to turn left when another driver rear-ended them. The impact pushed the stopped vehicle into oncoming traffic, where it was struck again. The person in the first vehicle died as a result of the collision.
Lee County • 1999
Geography
Where Florida Cases Are Filed
Settlement amounts can vary significantly by location within Florida.
Key legal rules that affect how Florida car accident claims are valued and resolved.
Fault System
Modified Comparative Fault (51% bar, effective 2023)
Statute of Limitations
2 years from the date of the accident (effective 2023)
Minimum Liability
$25,000 per person / $50,000 per accident / $10,000 property damage
Florida transitioned from a no-fault to an at-fault system in 2024. The state now uses modified comparative fault—if you are more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover damages.
The statute of limitations was reduced from 4 years to 2 years in 2023 under tort reform legislation.
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage is no longer required for new policies, but existing policies may still include it during the transition period.
FAQ
Florida Car Accident Settlement FAQs
Answers based on real Florida case data and state law.
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