Homestead is where Florida’s Turnpike meets US-1, with agricultural trucks, commuters, and visitors heading to the Keys and the national parks. If you were injured in a crash or accident in Homestead, Florida City, or South Miami-Dade, bilingual attorney Tomas Robirosa can help. Se habla español.
Car Accident Lawyer Serving Homestead
Crashes in Homestead often happen on Florida’s Turnpike, US-1, Krome Avenue (SR 997), Campbell Drive, and Card Sound Road, and in traffic around the Homestead-Miami Speedway. Farm trucks, tourist traffic headed to the Keys, and two-lane rural roads add risk.
What to do after a car accident in Homestead
- 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 Homestead Police Department, the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, 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.
Truck Accident Lawyer in Homestead
Semi-trucks, dump trucks, and farm trucks share Florida’s Turnpike, US-1, and Krome Avenue with commuters and visitors heading to the Keys. When a truck is involved, injuries are usually more serious and the claim is more complicated. If you were hurt in a truck accident in Homestead, Florida City, or South Miami-Dade, 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 company, the owner of the trailer, the company that loaded the cargo, or a maintenance 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 and can show whether a driver was pushing past those limits.
- More insurance is usually available. Interstate trucking companies hauling general freight generally must carry at least $750,000 in liability coverage, and more for certain hazardous materials.
- Evidence disappears fast. Logbook data, dash-cam video, the truck’s “black box,” and inspection records can be lost or overwritten. Talk to a lawyer quickly so steps can be taken to preserve it.
Learn more on our truck accidents page.
Personal Injury Lawyer for Homestead Residents
South Miami-Dade homes are also exposed to hurricanes and storms. If your insurer delayed, underpaid, or denied a claim for roof, wind, or water damage, see our hurricane and storm damage page.
We represent people in Homestead 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 Homestead injury cases are filed
Injury lawsuits arising in Homestead are generally filed in the Circuit Court of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in and for Miami-Dade County. Some cases belong in federal court in the Southern District of Florida.
Why Homestead 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 Homestead 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 Homestead?
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 can be held responsible for a truck accident in Homestead?
Depending on the facts, the truck driver, the trucking company, the trailer owner, the company that loaded the cargo, or a maintenance company may share responsibility. Identifying every responsible party matters because each may have separate insurance.
What should I do after a crash with a truck on the Turnpike or US-1 in Homestead?
Call 911 and get medical care, ask for the police report number, and photograph the truck, its company name and DOT number, the scene, and your injuries. Do not give a recorded statement to the trucking company’s insurer before speaking with a lawyer.
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