Towing and Storage Costs After a Car Accident in Florida
After a crash, a towed vehicle doesn’t simply disappear; it’s taken to a tow yard where costs begin accumulating immediately. Towing companies charge for the initial tow, daily storage fees, and sometimes administrative charges, depending on local ordinances. If these fees go unpaid, Florida law allows the tow company to place a lien on the vehicle and, after a statutory waiting period, sell it at auction to recover the balance.
Who pays these costs depends on who is at fault. When another driver causes the accident, their insurance company is generally responsible for towing and storage as part of property damage. However, accident victims are often required to pay upfront and seek reimbursement later once liability is confirmed. If you were at fault, coverage depends on whether your policy includes collision or towing benefits. When fault or insurance coverage is unclear, keeping receipts and documentation is critical for reimbursement.
Although Florida is a no-fault state for injuries, property damage, including towing and storage, is handled under fault-based rules. That means these expenses can and should be recovered from the at-fault party or their insurer whenever possible.
This is where working with an experienced car accident lawyer in Miami at the Perazzo Law Firm can make a difference. The Perazzo Law Firm has extensive experience pursuing compensation for accident victims, including economic losses like towing fees, storage charges, vehicle repairs, and other out-of-pocket expenses. Their team understands how to deal with insurance providers and at-fault parties to ensure clients aren’t left paying for costs they didn’t cause.
Addressing towing and storage issues early, and with the right legal guidance, can help protect your vehicle, your finances, and your claim.
If you’re facing towing bills, storage fees, or other out-of-pocket costs after a crash, don’t leave money on the table. Speak with an experienced car accident lawyer in Miami at the Perazzo Law Firm today. The Perazzo Law Firm has a proven track record of securing compensation for economic losses from at-fault drivers and insurance companies.
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