Fort Lauderdale
Car Accident Lawyer
Millions Recovered for Accident Victims
Over Three Decades of Experience
In a flash, a car accident can turn your life upside down. Even victims with the best possible health insurance and automobile coverage can find themselves reeling from the expenses related to a crash. Our car accident attorney Yana Kurzman at Kurzman Law Group has extensive experience helping clients get the settlements they deserve. We can carefully investigate the accident, identify all the liable parties involved, file a legal claim to recover compensation for your damages, and negotiate with the insurance companies on your behalf. Our personal injury lawyer in Fort Lauderdale provides these services to our clients on a contingency basis, so you only pay if we secure a settlement. Call (954) 406-6464 to learn how we can assist you in your recovery.
What Are Common Contributing Factors In Car Accidents?
- Disobeying traffic signs or signals.
- Inattentive driving due to cell phone use or other distractions.
- Failing to account for weather or traffic conditions.
- Merging incorrectly.
- Speeding.
- Driving the wrong way.
- Drugged or drunk driving.
- Tailgating.
- Reckless operation of a vehicle
- Malfunctioning or otherwise defective vehicles or parts.
- Pedestrians or bikers darting into traffic or not obeying road rules.
- Poorly designed roads or intersections.
- Improper highway maintenance.
- Roadway hazards that have not been cleared or marked in a timely manner.
If you have suffered car accident injuries in a crash that was wholly or partially due to the negligence of others, contact Kurzman Law Group for a free case evaluation where you can learn about your legal rights and options for recovering compensation for your losses.
What Types Of Car Accidents Can Occur?
- Single-vehicle crashes: This is when a car hits something other than another motorized vehicle. Commonly struck hazards include pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, road debris, mailboxes, trees, and signs.
- Multi-vehicle crashes: As you may guess from the name, this is an auto accident involving two or more vehicles. Four types of multi-vehicle crashes are possible, and they are classified by how the vehicles impacted one another:
- Head-on collisions: Devastating accidents where two vehicles going in opposite directions collide.
- Rear-end collisions: Common in congested traffic or at intersections, this kind of accident involves the front of one vehicle hitting the back of a car that is often stationary or slowing down.
- Sideswipe accidents: Where two vehicles moving in the same direction hit side to side. Most frequently caused by improper lane changes on freeways.
- T-bone collisions: Named for the “T” shape made by the front or back of one vehicle striking the side of another car.
- Rollovers: These can occur as part of a single-vehicle crash or can be a terrifying result of a multi-vehicle collision. The car may flip violently multiple times, potentially ejecting passengers without seat belts and causing those belted in to be struck by flying items within the vehicle. The car’s roof may collapse or be pierced by objects, causing head trauma or fatal injuries.
What Injuries Can Be Sustained By A Car Accident Victim?
- Back and neck injuries
- Broken and fractured bones
- Burns
- Lacerations and contusions
- Organ damage
- Paralysis
- Severed limbs
- Skull fractures, other head trauma, and traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Whiplash
There can also be secondary effects of physical injuries, such as internal bleeding, chronic nerve pain, brain hemorrhaging, and blood clots leading to strokes. Physical damage is not the only possible consequence either, as accident survivors can also experience emotional trauma such as PTSD, nightmares, anxiety, phobias, and more. Costs for medical treatments can be high, but you should not have to stress about how you will pay your medical bills. An experienced car accident lawyer from Kurzman Law Group can help you with your financial recovery after the crash so that you can focus on your healing.
Is Florida An At-Fault State?
If you or a loved one have experienced catastrophic injuries in a car accident, it can be critical to seek trusted legal representation. A thorough investigation of the circumstances of the crash and expert medical opinions of your injuries may be necessary to further your insurance claim. If you are struggling to recover fair compensation in your car accident case, an experienced car accident attorney from Kurzman Law Group can step in to fight for your rights and help you get the settlement you deserve.
What Compensation Could A Car Accident Lawyer Secure For You?
The two main types of damages your attorney will seek in your car accident settlement are economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages are sought for financial losses you experienced due to your injuries, such as:
- Lost wages
- Loss of future earning capacity if you have become disabled
- Medical treatment expenses
- Prescription medications
- Durable medical equipment
- Physical therapy costs
- Property damage replacement or repair
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Disfigurement and scarring
What Are The Benefits Of Hiring A Lawyer?
Florida follows a modified comparative negligence rule. If you are partly responsible for a crash, your compensation may be reduced based on your percentage of fault. Under Florida Statute § 768.81, a person found more than 50% at fault for their own harm generally cannot recover damages in covered negligence actions.
Insurance companies may try to assign more fault to an injured person in order to reduce what they have to pay. An experienced car accident attorney can challenge unsupported attempts to shift blame and present the evidence supporting your claim.
After a motor vehicle accident, the last thing you want to do is argue with an insurance company over your settlement. Due to this, some people will just accept the insurer’s initial offer. However, this can be highly detrimental in the long run because the settlement is often too small to cover all of your losses, particularly if you face ongoing medical issues and lost income. With years of experience handling Florida car accident claims, our knowledgeable lawyers at Kurzman Law Group can properly value your claim and skillfully negotiate a settlement that accounts for all your damages. If it is necessary to take your case to trial to recover fair compensation, we have the hard-earned courtroom experience you can count on.
Call the law offices of Kurzman Law Group today to schedule a free, no-obligation case evaluation with a car accident lawyer who is ready to work for you: (954) 406-6464 .
Rear-End Collisions
Rear-end collisions often appear straightforward, but liability can become disputed. Florida courts recognize a rebuttable presumption of negligence against the rear driver, yet issues such as sudden stops, chain-reaction crashes, property damage, and causation can still matter. Learn more about liability and evidence in our Fort Lauderdale rear-end collision lawyer guide.
Head-On Collisions
Head-on collisions are among the most violent and dangerous types of car accidents. Because both vehicles are typically moving toward each other at speed, the forces involved are magnified, which dramatically increases the risk of catastrophic or fatal injuries such as traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, or dismemberment. Most head-on crashes are caused by driver negligence — impaired driving, distraction, speeding, or drifting into oncoming traffic. If you or a loved one has been injured in a head-on collision, Kurzman Law Group can help you pursue full compensation for your medical care, lost income, and pain and suffering.
Catastrophic Injuries From Car Accidents
Some car accidents cause catastrophic injuries — severe, long-lasting harm such as traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, paralysis, amputation, or severe burns that permanently change a victim’s life and ability to work. These cases often require extensive future medical care, and insurance companies frequently fight hard against high-value claims. In Florida, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim. If you or a family member has suffered a catastrophic injury in a car accident, Kurzman Law Group can help you pursue the full compensation your future care requires.Wrongful Death Claims After a Fatal Car Accident
When a car accident caused by someone else’s negligence takes the life of a loved one, Florida law allows the personal representative of the deceased’s estate to file a wrongful death claim on behalf of surviving family members, including a spouse, children, and other dependents. A wrongful death claim can recover compensation for funeral and burial expenses, lost future income and support, and the family’s loss of companionship and guidance. Under Florida’s Wrongful Death Act, families generally have two years from the date of death to file — a shorter window than most personal injury claims — so it’s important to speak with an attorney promptly. Kurzman Law Group represents grieving families in fatal car accident cases on a contingency basis.
Where Car Accidents Happen in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale’s busiest roads create different risks depending on traffic volume, speed, intersections, and surrounding development. Some of the corridors where serious crashes frequently occur include:
I-95 — Fort Lauderdale’s main north–south interstate carries heavy commuter and commercial traffic. High speeds, lane changes, and congestion can contribute to serious collisions, including crashes involving commercial vehicles. See our truck accident page for more information about those claims.
US-1 / Federal Highway — A major commercial corridor with frequent turns into businesses, changing traffic speeds, and heavy local traffic.
Broward Boulevard — One of Fort Lauderdale’s primary east–west routes, connecting I-95 with downtown and Federal Highway.
Sunrise Boulevard — A heavily traveled Broward corridor with major intersections, retail traffic, and an I-95 interchange.
Las Olas Boulevard — A busy downtown and beach corridor shared by drivers, pedestrians, motorcyclists, and Uber and Lyft vehicles, particularly during evenings and weekends.
Davie Boulevard at I-95 — A busy interchange where merging traffic, congestion, and sudden slowdowns can increase collision risk.
Car Accidents in Broward County: The Numbers
Broward County recorded 38,338 motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2024. In the same year, 247 Broward County residents died in motor vehicle crashes.
These numbers show how common serious traffic incidents remain throughout Broward County and why the circumstances of each crash should be carefully investigated.
Source: Florida Department of Health, Florida Health CHARTS, 2024 data. Crash counts are based on Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles records. The death figure reflects Florida resident deaths recorded by the Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics.
Emergency Care and Crash Reports in Fort Lauderdale
If you are injured in a crash, getting appropriate medical care should come first. Local emergency-care options include Broward Health Medical Center on South Andrews Avenue, a Level I trauma center, and Holy Cross Health.
The agency that investigates a crash depends on where it occurred. Collisions within Fort Lauderdale city limits are generally handled by the Fort Lauderdale Police Department, while the Broward Sheriff’s Office serves unincorporated Broward County and municipalities that contract with BSO for law-enforcement services.
Florida crash reports are generally confidential for the first 60 days after filing, although certain parties — including those involved in the crash, their attorneys, and insurers — may obtain them during that period.
Fort Lauderdale Car Accident FAQs
1. Do I have to report a car accident in Fort Lauderdale?
Florida law requires law enforcement to be notified of certain crashes, including those involving injury, death, or a vehicle that must be towed. If no officer investigates a reportable crash, the driver may also have a duty to submit a written report. A police report can provide an important independent record of what occurred.
2. How do I get a copy of my Florida crash report?
The investigating agency prepares and submits the crash report. During the first 60 days, the report is generally confidential, but people involved in the crash, their attorneys, and their insurers may obtain it.
3. Florida is a no-fault state. Can I still bring a claim against the other driver?
Yes, in many cases. Personal Injury Protection coverage generally pays certain benefits regardless of fault, but PIP has statutory limits and may not cover the full extent of losses after a serious crash. Florida law allows injured people to pursue the at-fault driver when the applicable legal requirements are met.
4. Why is medical treatment within 14 days important after a Florida car accident?
Florida’s PIP law generally requires initial medical services and care to be received within 14 days of the crash for PIP medical benefits to be available. Missing that deadline can affect your ability to receive those benefits. Depending on whether an emergency medical condition is determined, available PIP medical benefits may be subject to different limits.
5. How long do I have to file a car accident claim in Florida?
For many negligence claims, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of the crash. Different rules can apply depending on the circumstances, so it is important to confirm the deadline that applies to your particular case.
6. What if I was partly at fault for the crash?
Florida follows a modified comparative negligence system. Your recovery may be reduced based on your percentage of fault. Under current Florida law, a person found more than 50% at fault for their own harm generally cannot recover damages in covered negligence actions.
7. What does it cost to hire a car accident lawyer?
There is no upfront attorney fee. Kurzman Law Group handles car accident cases on a contingency-fee basis, and the initial consultation is free.
8. Do you work with Russian-speaking clients?
Yes. Говорим по-русски. Russian-speaking clients can discuss their case directly in Russian throughout the representation.
For broader questions about working with our firm, what to bring to a consultation, and how personal injury cases generally work, visit our personal injury FAQ.
Your Attorney: Yana Kurzman
Yana Kurzman brings 30+ years of legal experience and has represented injured clients since 2011.
Yana remains personally involved in car accident cases from the initial consultation through resolution, while working with the firm’s team to move each matter forward efficiently and carefully. Говорим по-русски.
The consultation is free, and there are no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. Learn more about Yana Kurzman.
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Kurzman Law Group
500 E. Broward Blvd, Suite 1015
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33394
Our office is conveniently located in downtown Fort Lauderdale on E. Broward Boulevard. We represent injured clients throughout Fort Lauderdale and Broward County.
