Were you involved in a motorcycle accident in Florida? Call Mincone Personal Injury Lawyers for a free consultation at (813) 800-0810. Our Florida motorcycle accident attorneys can help you file a claim for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
Our top-rated personal injury law firm has over 15 years of combined experience and has recovered millions of dollars for our clients to date. If you hire us, we will make your case our priority and do everything in our power to help you recover the maximum compensation you’re entitled to under state law.
Why Choose Mincone Personal Injury Lawyers for Legal Help After a Motorcycle Accident in Florida?
Mincone Personal Injury Lawyers understands this area of the law in Florida as well as anyone else. We won’t let the insurance companies involved in your case put their profits ahead of your recovery. If necessary, we also won’t hesitate to take your claim all the way to trial if that’s what justice demands.
Here’s what sets our Florida personal injury lawyers apart:
- A full decade and a half of experience handling personal injury cases throughout Florida
- Multiple recoveries in the seven figures won for accident victims in the area
- We’re led by award-winning personal injury lawyer Matthew Mincone, who is well-regarded for his work
- We can hire experts and utilize other resources to help make your case as compelling as possible
- We’re just as comfortable in the courtroom as we are at the negotiating table
- We will work to protect you from any allegations of shared fault designed to reduce your compensation
We’re not here to pressure you into a fast settlement; we’re here to get the full value of what you’re owed under the law. Contact our Florida motorcycle accident attorneys today to get started with a free initial consultation.
We’ll Fight for Compensation for All of Your Motorcycle Accident Injuries
Motorcycle accidents are some of the most severe traffic collisions in Florida. With little protection aside from a helmet, riders often sustain catastrophic injuries that they might not fully recover from.
Our law firm can help clients pursue claims involving:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Concussions
- Skull fractures
- Spinal cord injuries
- Broken bones
- Internal bleeding
- Organ damage
- Severe road rash
- Amputations
- Pelvic fractures
- Herniated discs
- Soft tissue injuries
- Crush injuries
- Wrongful death of a loved one
These injuries often require extensive medical treatment and time away from work. We’ll gather your medical records and consult with leading experts to determine how your injuries will affect your future and factor that into your claim.
How Much Is My Florida Motorcycle Accident Claim Worth?
The value of a motorcycle accident case depends on many details unique to your situation. While no lawyer can guarantee a dollar amount upfront, certain factors consistently influence how much compensation a victim might receive.
Key factors include:
- The severity and permanence of your injuries
- The total cost of your medical treatment and rehabilitation
- Whether you can return to work or have lost earning capacity
- The emotional and physical impact of the crash on your daily life
- The strength of the available evidence proving fault
- Whether any blame is being placed on you
Our lawyers will carefully calculate your total damages, consulting with medical and financial professionals when needed to make sure your claim truly reflects the harm you’ve suffered.
What Damages Can I Recover After a Motorcycle Accident in the State of Florida?
If you were injured because of someone else’s actions, you may be able to recover economic and non-economic damages through your personal injury claim.
Economic damages cover the financial impact of your injuries, including:
- Medical bills and hospital stays
- Future medical care and rehabilitation
- Lost wages
- Decreased earning capacity
- Property damage
- Out-of-pocket expenses
Non-economic damages compensate for the more personal costs of an accident, such as:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Disfigurement
- Mental anguish
Punitive damages may also be available in limited cases if the at-fault driver acted egregiously, such as trying to harm you on purpose. However, these damages are generally only possible if your case goes all the way to trial.
What Is Negligence and How Do I Prove It in a Florida Motorcycle Accident Case?
Negligence, which essentially means the same thing as carelessness, is the legal basis for most motorcycle accident claims. To win compensation, you’ll need to prove that another party failed to act with reasonable care and that this failure caused your injuries.
The following four elements are required to establish negligence:
- Duty of care: The driver had a legal obligation to drive safely and follow traffic laws.
- Breach: The driver failed to meet that duty, such as by speeding
- Causation: The driver’s conduct directly caused your motorcycle crash and was also the proximate cause
- Damages: You suffered measurable harm, such as physical injuries and financial losses
Each element must be proven on a “by a preponderance of the evidence” basis, which is essentially a more than 51% likelihood. Forms of evidence you can bring include eyewitness reports, expert analysis, photo and video footage, and more.
What if I’m Being Blamed for My Motorcycle Accident in Florida?
Insurance companies often try to blame motorcyclists after an accident in an effort to maintain their profits and reduce their liability. Under Florida’s modified comparative negligence law, you can still recover compensation as long as you’re less than 51% at fault for the crash.
However, your total award will be reduced by your percentage of responsibility. For example, if you are found 25% at fault for the accident and awarded $800,000, you would receive $60,000.
It’s especially important to hire a motorcycle accident attorney in Florida if you’re being blamed. Your lawyer can advocate for you and work to minimize the level of fault that is assessed against you.
Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Florida
Florida consistently ranks among the states that are the most dangerous for motorcyclists, at least in terms of annual fatalities. The state’s warm weather and tourism attract a high number of riders annually, but careless drivers continue to put motorcyclists at risk.
Common causes of motorcycle accidents include:
- Distracted driving
- Speeding
- Failure to yield at intersections
- Unsafe lane changes
- Tailgating
- Running red lights or stop signs
- Impaired driving
- Opening car doors into a rider’s path (“dooring”)
- Poor road design and maintenance
- Vehicle defects
Many of these crashes happen because drivers fail to look for motorcycles, or because they misjudge their speed and distance. One mistake from a negligent driver can cause catastrophic injuries for riders, no matter if they take all the necessary precautions.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Florida?
You don’t have to worry about paying anything up front or by the hour for our legal representation. At Mincone Personal Injury Lawyers, we handle motorcycle accident cases on a contingency fee basis.
This means that we only receive attorney’s fees if we recover compensation for you, whether through a jury verdict or settlement. Our contingency fee will be around 33% in most cases, but it can vary in some circumstances.
We’ll sign an agreement at the beginning of your case and can answer any questions you might have during your free consultation as well.
How Long Do I Have to File a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit in Florida?
Florida’s statute of limitations typically gives you two years from the date of your crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. If you miss this deadline, your case will almost certainly be dismissed, leaving you with no options for recovering compensation.
However, note that there are exceptions that can adjust this time limit (in either direction) for some cases. The best way to protect your right to compensation is to contact a lawyer as soon as possible after your accident. Early involvement allows your attorney to preserve the available evidence and handle the communications with insurers before critical mistakes are made.
Contact Our Experienced Florida Motorcycle Accident Attorneys to Schedule a Free Consultation
A motorcycle accident can change your life in an instant. From painful injuries to mounting financial expenses, you may feel uncertain about your next steps. Mincone Personal Injury Lawyers is here to help you throughout the entire legal process from start to finish.
We’ve spent more than 15 years standing up for accident victims across Florida. Our lawyers have recovered millions of dollars for our clients and are ready to put that experience to work for you as soon as you are.
Call us today or contact us online to schedule your free consultation with a Florida motorcycle accident lawyer. We’re here to help you recover the full amount of compensation you need and deserve.
