How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Florida?

As of March 24, 2023, Florida shortened the statute of limitations for most negligence claims from 4 years to 2 years (Fla. Stat. §95.11(4)(a)). Wrongful death claims also have a 2-year deadline. Do not wait — missing the deadline ends your case.

What does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer?

We work on a contingency fee — you pay nothing up front, and our fee comes from the recovery we obtain. If we do not recover compensation for you, you owe no attorney fee. The initial consultation is free.

What if I was partly at fault for the accident?

Florida uses modified comparative negligence (Fla. Stat. §768.81, 2023). If you are 50% or less at fault, you can still recover damages — reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover. Do not assume you have no case until an attorney reviews the facts.

Do I need to give a statement to the insurance company?

Not until you talk to an attorney. Insurance adjusters are trained to ask questions that can reduce or deny your claim. You are not required to give a recorded statement to the other driver's insurer. Speak with us first — it is free.

What is Florida PIP and how does it work?

Florida is a no-fault state. Drivers must carry $10,000 in Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage under Fla. Stat. §627.736. PIP pays 80% of reasonable medical costs and 60% of lost wages regardless of fault — but only if you seek initial medical treatment within 14 days of the accident.

Florida Bicycle Accident Attorneys

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Cyclists have the same rights as drivers. We make sure that is enforced.

Florida averages over 6,000 reported bicycle crashes per year — and consistently ranks in the top three states for cyclist fatalities. Under Fla. Stat. §316.2065, cyclists have all the rights and duties of drivers. Drivers passing a cyclist must allow at least 3 feet of clearance. Our attorneys handle dooring incidents, hit-from-behind cases, intersection strikes, and uninsured-motorist claims for cyclists.

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Case Types

Dooring Incidents

Driver opens door into a passing cyclist. Liability is typically the door-opener's under Fla. Stat. §316.2005.

3-Foot Rule Violations

Florida's 3-foot passing rule. Sideswipe and clip-and-flee cases.

Intersection Strikes

Driver turning right into cyclist, or left across cyclist's path. Traffic-camera footage is often the key.

Hit-from-Behind

Distracted-driver cases. Phone records and dashcam footage drive liability.

UM Claims for Cyclists

A cyclist hit by an uninsured driver can claim under the cyclist's own auto UM policy — even though they were on a bike.

How We Handle Your Case

Free Case Review

Call or message us. We listen, gather facts, and tell you honestly whether you have a viable case — at no cost.

Evidence Preservation

We send preservation letters, pull traffic-camera footage, obtain incident reports, and lock down witness statements before they fade.

Medical & Damages Build-Out

We coordinate your medical care, compile billing records, calculate lost wages, and document pain-and-suffering with the proof a jury needs.

Negotiate or Litigate

We demand fair compensation. If the insurer refuses, we file suit. Every case is prepared as if it will be tried — that posture produces the better offer.

Types of Compensation Available

Medical Expenses

Emergency care, hospital stays, surgery, physical therapy, prescriptions, future medical needs.

Lost Wages

Past missed work and reduced future earning capacity, including overtime and bonuses you would have earned.

Pain and Suffering

Physical pain, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, anxiety, sleep disruption — Florida has no statutory cap on most negligence cases.

Property Damage

Vehicle repair or replacement, rental-car reimbursement, diminished-value claims, and damaged personal property.

Florida Deadline — 2 Years

As of March 24, 2023, Florida shortened the deadline to file most negligence-based personal injury lawsuits from 4 years to 2 years.

Fla. Stat. §95.11(4)(a) (2023)

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Florida PIP cover cyclists?+

PIP follows the auto policy, not the cyclist. If you own a car with PIP, your PIP can cover medical bills even if you were on your bike when struck. If you do not own a car, the at-fault driver's liability policy is the primary source.

Is helmet use required in Florida?+

Only for cyclists under 16. For adults, choosing not to wear a helmet does not bar recovery but may be raised by the defense on head-injury claims.

Where am I allowed to ride in Florida?+

Cyclists must use the road like other vehicles when riding at less than normal traffic speed; you must use the right side of the road or designated bike lane. Sidewalk riding is allowed unless a local ordinance prohibits it (Fla. Stat. §316.2065).

What Our Florida Clients Say

"After my crash on US-192, the insurance company called the same day. I am glad I called the attorneys first. They handled everything in Spanish."

Maria R.

Kissimmee, FL

"My slip-and-fall case felt impossible at first — the store denied everything. The team pulled the cleaning logs and surveillance video and changed the conversation."

James T.

Sanford, FL

"They walked me through every step in plain language. I never felt like a case number. I will recommend them to anyone in Central Florida."

Lourdes V.

Apopka, FL

"Got hit by a driver who fled. The team filed the UM claim, pushed the police on the investigation, and resolved everything without trial."

Daniel P.

Winter Park, FL

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different.

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Call or message us. The consultation is free. If we do not recover, you owe no attorney fee.