Hallandale Beach sits on the Miami-Dade and Broward line, with busy beach traffic, condominiums, and Gulfstream Park. If you were injured in a crash, a fall, or another accident in Hallandale Beach, bilingual attorney Tomas Robirosa can explain your rights in English or Spanish. Se habla español.
Car Accident Lawyer Serving Hallandale Beach
Crashes in Hallandale Beach often happen on Hallandale Beach Boulevard, US-1 (Federal Highway), A1A, I-95, and Pembroke Road, and in traffic around Gulfstream Park and the beach.
What to do after a car accident in Hallandale Beach
- Call 911 and get medical care. Under Florida’s no-fault law, Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits generally pay only if you receive initial medical treatment within 14 days of the crash. Every case is different, so speak with an attorney to confirm how this applies to you.
- Ask for the police report number from the responding agency, such as the Hallandale Beach Police Department or the Florida Highway Patrol.
- Photograph the vehicles, plates, the scene, traffic signals, and your injuries.
- Get the other driver’s insurance information and the names of witnesses.
- Do not give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance company before speaking with a lawyer.
Florida rules that affect your claim
- PIP comes firstYour own PIP generally pays first for medical bills and lost wages up to your policy limits.
- The injury thresholdTo recover pain and suffering from the at-fault driver, Florida law generally requires a significant and permanent injury, significant and permanent scarring or disfigurement, or death.
- Shared faultFlorida uses modified comparative negligence. If you are found more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover damages; at 50% or less, your recovery is reduced by your share of fault.
- DeadlineFor most negligence claims arising after March 24, 2023, you generally have two years to file. Every case is different, so speak with an attorney to confirm the deadline that applies to you.
Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyer in Hallandale Beach
Rideshare cars are a constant in Hallandale Beach, picking up at the condominiums along A1A, dropping off at Gulfstream Park and the beach, and crossing Hallandale Beach Boulevard to reach I-95. If you were hurt in an Uber or Lyft crash in Hallandale Beach, as a passenger, another driver, or someone on foot, Tomas Robirosa can help you sort out which insurance applies.
How insurance works in a rideshare crash
Florida’s transportation network company law (section 627.748, Florida Statutes) sets minimum insurance for rideshare drivers, and the amount depends on what the driver was doing:
- App on, no ride accepted: at least $50,000 per person and $100,000 per incident for bodily injury, and $25,000 for property damage.
- Ride accepted or passenger in the car: at least $1 million for death, bodily injury, and property damage.
As in any Florida car accident, PIP generally pays first for medical bills and lost wages up to your policy limits.
What to do after a Hallandale Beach Uber or Lyft crash
- Screenshot the trip in your app (driver name, car, plate, route, and receipt) before it disappears, and report the crash in the app.
- Get the police report number and the names of witnesses.
- Do not sign anything or give a recorded statement to the rideshare company’s insurer before speaking with a lawyer.
We also help people hurt in scooter and motorcycle crashes in Hallandale Beach. Learn more on our Uber, Lyft and delivery accidents page.
Truck Accident Lawyer in Hallandale Beach
Hallandale Beach sits between two busy truck routes: I-95 on the west side of the city and US-1 (Federal Highway) through the middle, with Hallandale Beach Boulevard connecting them to A1A. Tractor-trailers, box trucks, delivery vans, and construction trucks serving the condominium towers and Gulfstream Park share those roads with commuters every day. If you were hurt in a truck accident in Hallandale Beach, Tomas Robirosa can help, in English or Spanish.
Why truck accident cases are different
- More than one party may be responsible: the driver, the trucking or delivery company, the owner of the truck or trailer, the company that loaded the cargo, or a repair shop.
- Federal safety rules apply to many commercial trucks. Hours-of-service limits generally allow property-carrying drivers 11 hours of driving after 10 hours off duty, within a 14-hour window, with a 30-minute break. Electronic logging devices record driving time.
- More insurance is usually available. Interstate trucking companies hauling general freight generally must carry at least $750,000 in liability coverage.
What to do after a truck crash in Hallandale Beach
- Call 911 and get medical care, even if you feel fine at first.
- Photograph the truck, the company name and USDOT number on the door, the trailer, the scene, and your injuries.
- Get the police report number and the names of witnesses.
- Do not give a recorded statement to the trucking company’s insurer before speaking with a lawyer. Logbook data, dash-cam video, and the truck’s “black box” can be lost or overwritten, so talk to a lawyer quickly.
Learn more on our truck accidents page. If your crash was with a car, see our Hallandale Beach car accident section.
Personal Injury Lawyer for Hallandale Beach Residents
Many Hallandale Beach residents live in condominiums along A1A. If you are dealing with storm damage, leaks, or a dispute with your association, we can help with that too.
We represent people in Hallandale Beach in these cases:
- Car accidents, truck accidents, and motorcycle accidents
- Uber, Lyft, and delivery driver accidents
- Pedestrian, bicycle, scooter, and golf cart accidents
- Slip and falls, premises liability, and negligent security
- Wrongful death
- Property owners with hurricane, storm, and wind damage, water damage and leaks, denied insurance claims, and condominium disputes
Where Hallandale Beach injury cases are filed
Injury lawsuits arising in Hallandale Beach are generally filed in the Circuit Court of the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit in and for Broward County, at the Broward County Courthouse in Fort Lauderdale. Some cases belong in federal court in the Southern District of Florida.
Why Hallandale Beach clients choose us
- Bilingual from the first callTomas Robirosa and our team speak Spanish and English, so you can explain what happened in the language you are most comfortable with.
- Direct attorney communicationYou work with your lawyer, with fast communication.
- No fee unless we recoverFree consultations and contingency fees.
Florida Law at a Glance- See a doctor within 14 days: in a motor vehicle crash, Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits generally require initial medical treatment within 14 days. Every case is different, so speak with an attorney to confirm how this applies to you.
- Deadline to sue: for most negligence claims arising after March 24, 2023, Florida’s statute of limitations is generally two years. Every case is different, so speak with an attorney to confirm the deadline that applies to you.
- Shared fault: Florida uses modified comparative negligence. If you are found more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover damages; at 50% or less, your recovery is reduced by your share of fault.
How We Handle Your Case
- Step 1Free consultationWe listen to what happened, answer your questions, and explain your options in plain language, in English or Spanish.
- Step 2InvestigationWe gather the police or incident report, photos, video, witness statements, and every insurance policy that may apply.
- Step 3Documenting your lossesWe organize your medical records and bills, lost income, and other losses so nothing is overlooked.
- Step 4Negotiation or lawsuitWe present your claim to the insurance company and negotiate. If a fair resolution is not offered, we are prepared to file suit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a Hallandale Beach car accident lawyer after a crash?
Not every crash requires a lawyer, but if you were hurt, the insurance company disputes fault, or your medical bills are more than your PIP coverage, a free consultation can help you understand your options before you give any statement.
How long do I have to file a car accident claim in Hallandale Beach?
For most negligence claims arising after March 24, 2023, Florida’s statute of limitations is generally two years from the date of the crash. Some claims have different deadlines and every case is different, so speak with an attorney as soon as possible to confirm the deadline that applies to you.
Do I have to come to an office?
No. We can talk by phone or video call, in English or Spanish, and we are available 24/7.
What does it cost?
Consultations are free, and injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, which means there is no attorney’s fee unless there is a recovery.
Who pays if I was hurt in an Uber or Lyft in Hallandale Beach?
It depends on the facts. Your own PIP generally pays first. Beyond that, the claim may be against the rideshare driver’s required coverage, another at-fault driver, or both. Whether the driver had the app on or had accepted a ride makes a big difference.
Can I sue Uber or Lyft directly?
Usually, the claim is made against the insurance coverage required by Florida’s rideshare law and against any other at-fault driver. Whether the rideshare company itself can be held responsible depends on the facts, so speak with an attorney about your situation.
Who can be held responsible for a truck accident in Hallandale Beach?
Depending on the facts, the truck driver, the trucking or delivery company, the owner of the truck or trailer, the company that loaded the cargo, or a repair shop may share responsibility. Every case is different, so speak with an attorney about yours.
What should I do after a truck crash on I-95 or US-1 in Hallandale Beach?
Call 911, get medical care, and photograph the truck, including the company name and USDOT number on the door. Get the names of witnesses and the police report number, and do not give a recorded statement to the trucking company’s insurer before speaking with a lawyer.
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