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- We gather the evidence and locate all the insurance coverage.
- We identify all the defendants and work with the best experts.
- We work to build a strong case for your accident.
- We deal with the insurance company so you don't have to talk to them.
- We cover the costs so that you don’t have out-of-pocket expenses.
Sean M. Cleary
Top Rated Car Accidents Attorney in Miami
Common Injuries Following An Car Accident in Miami
Miami is a thriving city commonly known for its role in finance, commerce, culture and international trade. But another notorious fact about Miami has more to do with the prevalence of serious car accidents that can potentially result in injury and death.
Miami is the fifth most congested urban area nationwide and sees incredible traffic surges during the fall and winter when seasonal citizens and tourists visit to get away from the harsh Northern winters. Between heavy traffic and reckless drivers, Miami-Dade County sees more than 60K collisions reported every year resulting in more than 300 fatalities. 20% of the accidents that occur in FL take place in Miami-Dade County.
For many car accident victims, the aftermath of a collision may be only a scratch, shock and upset. Some of the common minor injuries victims may suffer after a crash are whiplash, abrasions, lacerations and contusions. The Law Offices of Sean M. Cleary can help you even if you suffered a minor injury that was caused by a car accident.
On the other hand, motor vehicle accidents also have the potential to cause extremely serious catastrophic injuries, that affect the brain or spine or that result in life-changing effects. The following are some examples of catastrophic injuries that can result from a car accident and the effects they may have on victims:
Head and neck injuries can cause brain damage, paralysis, and even death. One of the major signs that someone has suffered a severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) is loss of consciousness. Even if severe TBI victims wake up from their coma, they have a long road to recovery ahead of them. Often, a TBI victim may not be able to regain his or her previous abilities and may have to change jobs or rely on disability benefits.
The potential results of spinal cord damage are: paralysis and loss of all sensory abilities in the legs and possible loss of bladder, bowel and sexual abilities after lower spinal cord injury and paralysis and loss of all sensory abilities in the arms, trunk, and legs as well as possible loss of function in the bladder, bowels, sexual organs, lungs, digestive system and more after upper spinal cord injury. Many of the victims of serious SCI require lifelong treatment, care and assistance.
Burns can change victims' lives forever as they may need months or years of medical treatment. They may require multiple surgical procedures, may lose digits that were too badly damaged and may be left seriously scarred and disfigured. For this reason, burn victims can also suffer severe emotional and mental effects, as well, which can keep them from working or even being social.
Some car accidents can result in the amputation of an extremity or limb of a victim. This can happen in different ways. For example, a person’s body part may be severed from debris from the accident, in a rollover crash, or due to the impact with a part of the vehicle. In addition, a person may have a bone that is completely and irreparably crushed or shattered, so doctors decide amputation may be necessary.
Damage to internal organs can result in the urgent removal of certain organs or the need for a transplant. In addition, internal bleeding can occur and doctors may have to perform emergency surgery to stop the hemorrhaging as soon as possible. Any internal organ injury can be life-threatening and can affect a victim for years to come.
Drivers frequently experience broken ribs in a car accident due to the unnatural forces of a crash and their fragile nature. Other bones commonly broken are arms, legs, hips, shoulders, and the pelvis. Injuries often suffered during a car accident include those to the ligaments and kneecaps which often require surgery and take a very long time to heal.
The costs of sustaining a catastrophic injury are high, as they generally require extensive medical care and can leave victims permanently disabled or even dependent on others for their care. Victims are often unable to work for some time and their treatment may require costly medical equipment. Due to the high expense of a catastrophic injury, victims should always consult with a highly experienced car accident lawyer as soon as possible.
If you suspect your car accident was caused by a defect in your car Call 305.416.9805
Recover Compensation for Medical Bills and Lost Wages After a Car Accident in the State of Florida
We investigate and handle all types of car accident cases in Miami or anywhere else in the State of Florida.
- Rollover & Roof Crush
- Drunk Driving
- Underinsured Motorist
- Head-on Collisions
- Side Collisions
- Rear-end Collisions
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- ATV Accidents
The risk of not working with an experienced local Miami law firm after a car accident is that you fail to receive your rightful amount of compensation from insurance companies and third parties. We handle all the calls and the claim on your behalf and we make sure that fair compensation is awarded in order to settle or we take your case to trial if needed. We have helped many car accident victims and their family members who have found themselves in situations similar to yours. We have the necessary experience to help.
Under Florida law, if you have suffered injuries in a car accident you may be eligible to seek compensation for the full cost of your injury. Some of the most common damages from car crashes include:
- Medical expenses
- Future medical costs
- Lost wages for time missed from work
- Future lost wages
- Rehabilitation and recovery costs
- Pain and emotional suffering
- Loss of consortium
Don’t hesitate to contact us immediately after a car accident and talk to Sean M. Cleary, local Miami car accident attorney, about the injuries and financial loss you've suffered.
Car and Truck Accidents in Florida
Semi-trailer trucks are heavier and bigger than anything else on the road. When truck accidents happen, they cause serious damage to whomever they strike. Injuries suffered in truck accidents are more severe than those suffered in car-on-car accidents and more likely to result in death.
- Assessments of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration established that 1% of all truck crashes are fatal
- Truck crash injuries account for 8% of all fatal crashes in the U.S
- According to the National Institute of Traffic and Highway Safety, nearly three-quarters (73%) of all truck crash deaths are suffered by people in the vehicle hit by the truck
- Tractor-trailer crashes have a tenfold increased risk of causing death than crashes with other cars
It’s a sobering reality. When a truck crash injured or killed your loved one, only an experienced truck accident lawyer can hold all responsible parties liable. A loved one can never be replaced, but we can help you seek the compensation essential for your family to try to move forward.
At The Law Offices of Sean M. Cleary, we know the pain that truck accidents inflict because we’ve seen it over the course of our entire careers. An experienced truck accident attorney can help collect what evidence is necessary, demonstrate liability and secure the best result. If your loved one was injured or killed in a truck accident, our attorney can help.
Find Out How Much a Car Accident Case Is Worth in Florida
Let’s imagine a person travels at high speed, on our Florida highways or roads, and is involved in a collision with another car operated by a drunk driver (or other drugs other than alcohol). In this case, the court might find that the first driver is 40% at fault for the accident, while the second driver bears 60% of the blame. In this case, the first driver can recover 60% of his damages, while the second driver can recover 40% from insurance companies, depending on the type of insurance they both have.
We also determine whether a defective product caused the accident, or if a defective product that’s part of the car had a role in causing your accident and subsequent injuries.
We work with car accident reconstructionists and we run our own investigations in order to find out exactly what happened and what was the cause of the car accident and your injuries. Most car accident lawyers in Miami look only at the liability that falls on the driver. It’s rare that a car component is investigated for the crash. We do all that and we are committed to helping you recover fair compensation from car insurance and health insurance companies that will always try and give you less than what you and your family deserve.
What to Do After a Car Accident and Florida Laws for Car Accident Victims
It’s important to be cautious and to know how to act in case you are involved in a car accident on our roads in Florida. The usual course of action after a car crash involves collecting evidence, filling in the necessary paperwork, and dealing with insurance companies and you are also entitled to file a claim against the other party for damages. Legal representation is crucial in a car accident, not only we help by stopping the insurance companies calling and harassing, but we make sure you are getting the maximum amount of compensation and settlement for no less than what you deserve. You or your family member may contact us. Let us help you after a devastating car accident in Miami or Florida.
Some of the most relevant laws regarding car accidents in Florida state that:
- Personal injury claims related to vehicle accidents can be brought within four years after the incident occurred.
- Injured individuals can negotiate a settlement with the involved insurance company, or they can file a lawsuit if negotiations fail. However, most car accidents are settled in pre-trial stages.
- Plaintiffs are eligible to recover damages even if they are partially at fault for the accident.
How Do We Handle a Car Accident Case?
Our Legal ProcessWhat Will The Law Offices of Sean M. Cleary Do for You?
We know how devastating these events are. Moreover, Miami is one of the cities that registers the highest number of car accidents in Florida.
They involve all types of vehicles like passenger cars, trucks, buses, or vans and often lead to debilitating injuries, physical and emotional pain and property damage.
- We have a vast experience in dealing with car accidents
- We thoroughly investigate the vehicles with the utmost precision
- We know how to determine what type of vehicle defects have been responsible for the crash
- During our investigation, we benefit from the support of car accident re-constructionists and specialists, as well as other technicians that help us determine the liability
- To establish the costs related to any possible injuries, we rely on medical specialists
- We’re experts in negotiating a fair settlement with the insurance companies and settling a case before going to court
If you were injured in a car accident in Miami or the State of Florida, don't hesitate to contact us, Sean M. Cleary is a dedicated car accident attorney that will advise and help you through the entire legal process. The Law Offices of Sean M. Cleary has been helping individuals injured in car accidents in numerous catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases across Florida over the past 2 decades. We will negotiate with insurance companies and aggressively advocate on your behalf to make sure you recover financial compensation from insurance companies, the compensation you needed to put your life back on track.
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