Florida follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which means your compensation can be reduced based on your percentage of fault in the accident.
According to the Perazzo Law Firm, a car accident lawyer in Miami will evaluate how fault is assigned because it directly impacts your recovery:
- If you are partially at fault, your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault
(Example: If you are 20% at fault, you can recover 80% of your damages) - If you are found to be more than 50% at fault, you may not recover any compensation at all under Florida law
This is why insurance companies often try to shift blame onto you, to reduce or eliminate what they have to pay.
A skilled Miami car accident lawyer from the Perazzo Law Firm works to:
- Minimize your percentage of fault
- Present evidence that clearly establishes the other party’s liability
- Protect your claim from unfair blame tactics used by insurers
Even a small change in fault percentage can significantly impact the value of your case.
If you’ve been injured in a crash, don’t let the insurance company decide your level of fault. Speak with a car accident lawyer in Miami today. The Perazzo Law Firm offers free ONLINE consultations 24/7, and you pay nothing unless they win your case*.
* No fee if no recovery. Our attorney's fee is contingent on a recovery, but you may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses, as set out in your written contingency fee agreement. Contingent fees are not permitted in all types of cases.
Call 888-PERAZZO to protect your rights and maximize your compensation.