North Miami’s mix of commuter corridors, bus routes, and busy commercial streets means crashes happen every day. If you were hurt in a car accident or other accident in North Miami, bilingual attorney Tomas Robirosa can help you understand your options. Se habla español.
Car Accident Lawyer Serving North Miami
Crashes in North Miami often happen on Biscayne Boulevard (US-1), NE 125th Street, I-95, West Dixie Highway, NW 7th Avenue, and NE 135th Street, and in traffic near the FIU Biscayne Bay Campus.
What to do after a car accident in North Miami
- 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 North Miami 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.
Pedestrian Accident Lawyer in North Miami
Biscayne Boulevard, NE 125th Street, West Dixie Highway and NW 7th Avenue carry heavy car and bus traffic past shops, schools and bus stops. In North Miami, people on foot are often hit in crosswalks, at bus stops, in parking lots, and by drivers turning without looking. If you were hit while walking in North Miami, bilingual attorney Tomas Robirosa can explain your options, in English or Spanish.
If you were hit while walking
- Get medical care right away and keep every record. Even though you were not in a car, Florida’s Personal Injury Protection (PIP) rules may still apply, often through your own auto policy or a household member’s. 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 North Miami Police Department or the Florida Highway Patrol.
- Photograph the crosswalk, signals, lighting, the vehicle, and your injuries. Note any stores, gas stations, or buses nearby. Their cameras may have recorded the crash, and footage is often erased quickly.
- If the driver left, report it right away. Your own uninsured motorist (UM) coverage may help if the driver is never found or has no insurance.
Who may be responsible
Florida law (section 316.130, Florida Statutes) requires drivers to use due care to avoid pedestrians and, in certain situations, to stop for pedestrians in a marked crosswalk. Depending on what happened, responsibility may fall on the driver, the driver’s employer (for example, a delivery or bus company), or a property owner whose parking lot was unsafe.
Insurers often argue that the person walking was partly at fault. Under Florida’s comparative fault rule, that can reduce your recovery, or bar it if you are found more than 50% at fault. That’s why the evidence matters. Learn more on our pedestrian accidents page.
Truck Accident Lawyer in North Miami
Delivery trucks, box trucks, and tractor-trailers move through North Miami every day on I-95, Biscayne Boulevard (US-1), NE 125th Street, and West Dixie Highway, with the Golden Glades Interchange just to the north. 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 North Miami, 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 North Miami
- 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 North Miami car accident section.
Personal Injury Lawyer for North Miami Residents
North Miami is home to many Spanish- and Creole-speaking families. We make the process simple and communicate in English or Spanish.
We represent people in North Miami 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 North Miami injury cases are filed
Injury lawsuits arising in North Miami 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 North Miami 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 North Miami 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 North Miami?
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.
Do I need a North Miami pedestrian accident lawyer if the driver’s insurance company already called me?
You are not required to hire a lawyer, but insurers often ask for a recorded statement early and may argue you share the blame. A free consultation can help you understand your options before you give any statement.
What if the driver who hit me in North Miami drove away?
Call 911, get medical care, and report the crash. Uninsured motorist coverage on your own auto policy, or on a household member’s policy, may cover your injuries even if the driver is never found. Every case is different, so speak with an attorney to confirm what coverage applies to you.
Who can be held responsible for a truck accident in North Miami?
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 if I was hit by a delivery van or box truck in North Miami?
Delivery vans and box trucks are often owned or leased by a business, so the company’s commercial insurance may apply in addition to the driver’s. Federal trucking rules generally apply to larger commercial vehicles used in interstate commerce, and whether they apply depends on the vehicle and the trip. Speak with an attorney about your situation.
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