Car Accident Attorney Serving Jupiter, Florida
Idyllic Jupiter boasts a laid-back lifestyle and peaceful beaches. That said, with a population of just over 60,000 citizens, Jupiter residents and visitors are not immune to the terrible and life-altering trauma of car accidents. If you or someone you love are the victims of a car accident in Jupiter, you need to know that you have legal options.
While no amount of financial compensation can erase the trauma of a severe car accident, recouping expenses can help victims move forward with their lives and enables them to focus on their physical and emotional recoveries without the added burden of worrying over bills.
Why hire Bottari & Doyle Attorneys at Law?
You should hire us because we:
- Focus on injury cases.
- Are knowledgeable and experienced.
- We have 17 years of combined legal experience.
- Are Top-Rated; We have 45 Five-Star Reviews on Google.
- Will fight hard for you to win your case.
Our law firm offers:
- Free Consultations
- No Win-No Fee Promise. We only get paid if we recover money for you.
- Communication with attorneys. You will get both attorneys' cell phone numbers.
- Aggressive Representation
- Bilingual Staff who speak both English and Spanish
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Car Accident Settlements
Some of our car accident settlements include:
$250,000 settlement for a woman who was rear-ended. Due to the accident, she required surgery to repair her shoulder. We were able to get the maximum amount of money from State Farm Insurance and Progressive insurance for our client.
$125,000 settlement for a woman who was injured while riding as a passenger in a taxi-cab. The taxi-cab driver was driving recklessly when he rear-ended another driver. Our client was transported to the hospital. She did not need surgery.
$115,000 settlement for a man who was t-boned by a drunk driver. We obtained all of the available insurance money from the at-fault driver's insurance company and additional money from our client's own underinsured motorist policy.
$120,000 settlement for a man who was injured due to a vehicle cutting him off. Our client had a torn meniscus and required surgery.
*You may not receive the same results, because all cases are different. Settlement amounts include attorney's fees and costs. The amount of a car accident settlement depends on many factors including the amount of your medical bills, the severity of your injuries and liability for the accident.
How much does it cost to hire a car accident lawyer?
Our car accident lawyers offer a free consultation and we do not receive any money unless we get you money from the insurance company. You owe us nothing unless we win your case.
I can't drive to your office because my car is badly damaged, can I sign up with your firm online?
Yes, you do not have to drive to our office to become a client. We can send you all of the necessary paperwork through email or Docusign. We want to make this process are easy as possible for you. Let us worry about the legal work while you work on getting better from your injuries.
Have You or a Loved One Been Injured in a Car Accident in Jupiter?
Although traumatic and often tragic, car accidents are unfortunately not uncommon. According to the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Department, over 340,000 car accidents occurred in Florida in 2020 alone. Of those crashes, over 3,000 fatalities were reported. Fortunately, not every car crash ends in the loss of life, but severe car accident injuries can still disrupt your ability to perform everyday tasks. Of the 2020 car accidents in Florida, an astounding 212,535 injuries were reported.
In Palm Beach County specifically, FLHSMV also reports an alarming number of 2020 car accidents, totaling just over 22,000. Of those, nearly 13,000 injuries occurred, and 185 deaths were reported. If you or a loved one have suffered injury or worse as the result of a car accident, you are not alone, and you deserve experienced and compassionate legal advocacy that can help you get your life back.
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How long will it take my car accident case to settle with the insurance company?
The amount of time it takes to settle a car accident case varies from case to case. We have settled cases in as little as 48 hours for clients, putting needed money in clients' pockets. On average, it takes six months to settle a car accident case. Call our office at 561-588-2781 to receive more free advice on your case.
Common Causes of Car Accidents in Jupiter
Car crashes are often the result of a common set of contributing factors. Although bringing a case against those who caused the car accident always requires a uniquely tailored legal strategy, in most scenarios, the violating driver will have operated their vehicle negligently, recklessly, or under the influence of an intoxicant.
Negligent Driving: Many victims suffer injury or death when another driver pays more attention to their cell phone or other distractions than the road.
Under § 316.1925, Fla. Stat., a negligent driver is also known as a careless driver. Failure to operate a vehicle on the roads “in a careful and prudent manner, having regard for the width, grade, curves, corners, traffic, and all other attendant circumstances, so as not to endanger the life, limb, or property of any person” constitutes careless driving.
Reckless Driving: Those behind the wheel must consider how their actions could affect the safety of others on the road. Under § 316.192, Fla. Stat., “Any person who drives any vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property is guilty of reckless driving.” When drivers act recklessly, for example, in instances of road racing, they deserve to be held liable in civil court in addition to criminal court.
Impaired Driving: Under § 316.193, Fla. Stat., an individual will be guilty of DUI if they were in actual physical control of the car while their faculties were impaired by alcohol or controlled chemical substance. Beachgoers who over-imbibe during a day at Jupiter Beach Park are dangerous once they get back behind the wheel, and they need to be held accountable if and when they cause serious injuries to others.
Occasionally, the auto accident, or the severity of the accident, can be attributed to an auto parts defect. For example, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration attributes 612 deaths occurring in 2019 to tire-related crashes. In some cases, the party at fault is the manufacturer; but proving an auto parts defect case can be complex and requires an experienced legal team.
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The Heavy Costs of Car Accident Injuries
Holding those responsible for the injuries or deaths they caused in a car accident is about more than imposing a punishment. While those bad drivers may also be found criminally culpable for the harm they caused, it's important that Jupiter car crash victims recoup their expenses through civil action. These costs frequently include:
- Property damage
- Emergency medical expenses
- Long-term medical care
- Loss of wages
- Funeral expenses
When you or your loved one has suffered in a car accident, sometimes it isn't easy to think beyond the next few days. It's important, however, that you do consider the long-term implications of the injuries. Spinal injuries or traumatic brain injuries often affect individuals for the duration of their lives, and depending on the severity, this type of harm can impact the victim's ability to work or even manage day-to-day tasks.
An experienced car accident attorney will advocate for your current and future financial needs at a time when it may be difficult for you to do so on your own. The sooner you seek out legal help, the sooner you'll have someone fighting for you.
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Types of Jupiter Car Accident Cases We Handle
Accidents on the road come in many shapes and forms, and the experienced and dedicated car accident attorneys at Bottari & Doyle, P.A. can help you in a multitude of scenarios. The types of cases our experienced South Florida car accident attorneys handle include:
- Car accidents
- Tractor-trailer and trucking accidents
- Bus accidents
- Pedestrian injuries
- Motorcycle accidents
- Bicycling accidents
- Passenger injuries
Car accidents can occur under a variety of circumstances. Frequently, the wreck will involve one or more cars, leading to severe injuries and property damage. Truck accidents, often involving weights between 30,000 and 80,000 pounds, are usually catastrophic because of their size. Bus accidents in Southern Florida have similar terrible outcomes. The unfortunate truth is, if your vehicle is smaller, or if you're in no vehicle at all, then your injuries are likely to be worse.
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Is it Worth Getting a Lawyer for a Jupiter Car Accident?
Yes, for many reasons. First, hiring a car accident lawyer doesn't cost you anything. There are no upfront fees because attorneys handling car accident cases only get paid if they win or settle the case for you. There is literally nothing for you to lose by hiring an attorney. Second, insurance companies won't pay you for the fair value of your car accident claim. By hiring an auto accident attorney, you force the insurance carrier to pay the fair value of the claim because the attorney can file a lawsuit against the driver. It will be very difficult for you to file a lawsuit by yourself without any legal experience.
Is It Worth Filing a Lawsuit After a Car Accident?
This will depend on the pre-suit offer from the insurance adjuster. For example, let's say the person who hit you has an auto insurance policy with $100,000/$300,000 of coverage. This means the most any one person can get from the accident is $100,000 and the most the insurance company has to pay if multiple people were injured is $300,000. If you have $150,000 of medical bills and the insurance company isn't offering to pay $100,000 then a lawsuit would be necessary to get the insurance company to pay the full value of the claim.
We work very hard to get the insurance company to pay you what you deserve, without having to file a lawsuit. This saves you time by not having to attend a deposition or additional medical examinations.
What Are the Most Common Injuries Received In A Car Accident?
- Whiplash
- Herniated Discs
- Bulging Discs
- Neck Pain
- Broken Bones
- Shoulder Pain
- Knee Tear
- Bruising
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Shoulder Tear
Why would an insurance company offer me money for my auto accident case?
An insurance company has an obligation to their insured to act in their best interests. Insurance companies want to make auto accident cases go away by paying you less than you are supposed to receive. This is why it is important for you to hire us so that we can fight the insurance company and get you the money you deserve.
What else can your law firm do for me if I have been injured in a car accident in Jupiter?
We will be with you every step of the way throughout your car accident case against the insurance company. We will:
- Help you to get your car or truck fixed.
- Help you to get your medical bills paid.
- Help you to find insurance coverage.
- Help you to get money for missing work.
- Help you to get money from the insurance company.
Call Us Today at 561-588-2781 for a free consultation. We only get paid if we recover money for you.
Contact A Jupiter Car Accident Attorney Today
We make it our mission to protect the rights of those injured in car accidents in Jupiter and South Florida. To learn how our team will fight for you and your loved ones after suffering from another's careless or reckless behavior on the road, call 561-588-2781 for a free consultation today.