You can get help securing compensation for your injuries and damage to your vehicle if you were hit by a drunk driver in Fort Lauderdale. The professional drunk driving accident lawyers at the Law Offices of Chalik & Chalik can provide you with personalized care right now.
Contacting us is easy. Start getting the legal advice you need after a drunk driving accident in Fort Lauderdale by calling (855) 529-0269 to get a free consultation.
Accidents Caused by Drunk Driving in Fort Lauderdale
Drivers who get behind the wheel after drinking alcohol can endanger others on the roads around Fort Lauderdale. The state of Florida has set a limit on the acceptable blood alcohol content (BAC) for drivers. Any driver who operates a vehicle with a BAC of over 0.08% can be considered a drunk driver.
If you were hit by a driver with an elevated BAC, you are not alone. Drunk drivers can cause thousands of accidents in a single year in our state. Many of these accidents are very severe. Some are even fatal. Here at the Law Offices of Chalik & Chalik, we believe you deserve professional help after any drunk driving accident.
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Let Us Work on Securing You Compensation Today
The legal team at the Law Offices of Chalik & Chalik can start offering you dedicated support right now. When you call us for help after a drunk driving accident, you won’t be handed off to someone else. Jason and Debi Chalik work directly with you to address your legal case.
In many cases, we can begin working on your drunk driving accident claim by gathering evidence. Legal professionals:
- Interview witnesses who saw the accident
- Go over police reports regarding the accidents
- Review photographs and video of the accident
Working with this evidence can help us ensure that you get maximum compensation for your losses after a drunk driving accident.
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Options for Getting Compensation after a Drunk Driving Accident
It is important that you understand that Florida is a no-fault car insurance state. No-fault states require you to seek compensation first through your own insurance company, in most cases. Drivers must carry personal injury protection (PIP) coverage that may cover medical costs and some other losses.
However, you may be able to seek compensation from the drunk driver in some circumstances. If you were seriously injured in the car accident, you could seek compensation from the other driver. We can help you fight for damages with a:
- Third-party car insurance claim
- Personal injury lawsuit
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Get Compensation from Your PIP Policy in Fort Lauderdale
You may be entitled to compensation for all of your losses if you are injured by a drunk driver in Fort Lauderdale. Your PIP policy can cover your:
- Medical expenses
- Vehicle repair costs
- Lost wages due to injury
Note that your PIP policy can also cover your children and other members of your household. It may even cover other passengers in your vehicle, if they do not own a vehicle or carry PIP insurance. However, PIP insurance does not cover all losses you could sustain in an accident. A Fort Lauderdale personal injury lawyer will discuss all of your options when seeking compensation from a drunk driver.
For a free legal consultation with a Chalik & Chalik lawyer serving Fort Lauderdale, call (954) 476-1000
Cover Your Damages with Additional Legal Claims
PIP coverage can cover your monetary damages after a drunk driving accident, but it will not cover non-monetary damages including:
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Emotional distress
However, if you experienced a serious injury in your accident, you may be able to seek damages for these losses from the driver that caused the accident. Let us go over your medical records after an accident to see if you experienced a serious injury, so you know exactly what damages you could be entitled to.
We Work Quickly after a Drunk Driving Accident in Fort Lauderdale
You need to get fast help if you are injured in a drunk driving accident in Fort Lauderdale. In fact, you only have:
If you do not receive medical care quickly, you won’t be able to receive compensation from your PIP policy. You must also file a lawsuit within two years of an accident, if you experienced a serious injury. Let us get to work on your claim right away. We’ll work tirelessly to get you the maximum possible compensation after you are hit by a drunk driver.
Get a Free Consultation from a Fort Lauderdale Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer
Here at the Law Offices of Chalik & Chalik, we make getting the help you need easy. You can call our drunk driving accident lawyers in Fort Lauderdale today at (855) 529-0269. Take advantage of one of our free consultations to learn more about your legal options.
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