Dangerous Roadside Conditions in Ft. Lauderdale

Drivers Killed After Leaving their Disabled Cars - In the past year and a half, there have been at least 11 incidents of drivers or Good Samaritans hit and killed on South Florida roadways. Victims include 2 people who stopped to help a driver and all three were hit by a car and killed. Another incident involved 4 people who were outside their car after an accident on the interstate and were struck and killed by a drunk driver who fled the scene.
A truck driver was killed instantly when he stepped out of his jackknifed rig. Law enforcement urges drivers and passengers to get to the safest possible place if involved in an accident or if forced to stop because of a disabled vehicle. For the victims and their families there may be available monetary compensation for their losses.

Car Accident Insurance Claims

Anyone seriously injured in an accident where the other driver was at fault may have a valid insurance claim against the other’s car insurance. For those who lost a loved one in a car accident, the surviving family members may be entitled to compensation in a wrongful death action. It is a good idea to seek legal advice following a traffic collision, especially one with major injuries or fatalities. Accidents that are the result of drunk drivers may involve the addition of criminal DUI charges. At Feingold & Posner we help accident victims throughout the claims process. We can protect your rights to compensation.

An experienced personal injury attorney can help with the legal details after an accident. Legal representation when dealing with insurance companies can increase your chances for a successful outcome with the just and fair compensation that you deserve for your pain and suffering. We are knowledgeable in the laws that deal with personal injuries and we are experienced in negotiating with insurance carriers. Our attorneys are not afraid to take a case to court if an insurance settlement offer is unacceptable. Insurance companies, investigators, and claims adjusters can be intimidating. They may attempt to settle quickly and for less than the value of the claim. If you do settle, you may forfeit your right to recover further damages in the future. Some tactics include redirecting blame, minimizing injuries, cancelling insurance, or denying a claim for no reason.

Compensation for accident victims can include money to cover the cost of medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering. For wrongful death survivors, there may be additional compensation to cover funeral and burial costs, as well as compensation for loss of companionship.