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Willis Law, P.A. Has More Than 25 Years of Experience
If you have been injured in a car accident that you believe another person was responsible for, you may have a claim for compensation. Boca Raton Personal Injury Attorney John Willis is committed to justice and may be able to get you the results you deserve. A successful claim starts with the right Boca Raton car accident lawyer and it’s imperative that you turn to an experienced, dedicated professional.
What Makes Us the Right Firm for Your Case?
At our firm, Attorney Willis handles all types of car accident claims, including the most significant cases. As a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum®, our lead attorney has been able to secure high settlements and verdicts for clients. He also boasts a 10.0 Superb Avvo rating and an AV Preeminent® from Martindale-Hubbell®. These are just a few of the aspect that set our firm apart.
Recent Car Accident Verdicts / Settlements:
- $2.2 Million: Rollover Accident
- $1 Million: Fatal Accident
- $400,000: Intersection Collision
- $1.7 Million: Intersection Collision
Car accidents can come at a high cost; you may be left paying for medical expenses, lost wages and more. This can add up significantly and leave you with a cost you simply cannot afford. If there is another party responsible (i.e. drunk driver), they should be held liable, and pursuing a case should be a primary focus.
Car Accident Statistics in Boca Raton, Florida
Out of all the various types of personal injury claims that can arise in a person’s life, car accidents are undoubtedly one of the most common. According to Florida’s Integrated Report Exchange System and Florida’s Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, there are about 30,000 car accidents in the state each month. The same statistics show that there will be about 3,000 traffic fatalities and another 200,000 injuries every year. With roughly 66% of accidents occurring in ideal daylight conditions and 84% occurring on dry asphalt, it seems unreasonable to blame the crashes on environmental hazards. What is the cause of most car accidents, then?
Everyday negligence on part of a motorist is the number one cause of car accidents in Florida, and all across the country. Human error, mistakes, and recklessness can turn a quick trip into a disaster.
Common forms of driver negligence, and therefore causes of car accidents, include:
- Intoxication: Motorists who drink and drive put themselves, other drivers, and any passersby at serious risk of injury.
- Exhaustion: There is a spike of car accidents every day around 5 P.M., at the end of the workday. Not only are more people driving during this hour but they are also tired and hungry.
- Distraction: Texting and driving has become a serious problem and may cause anywhere between 25% and 40% of all crashes, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
- Recklessness: Speeding, swerving through traffic, and rounding corners quickly are all dangerous yet widespread driving behaviors.
Types of Car Accidents in Boca Raton
Being in a car accident of any kind can be a traumatizing and unsettling experience. After a car accident, it is important that you visit your doctor immediately to ensure that there are no serious injuries. For those injured in an auto accident there may be serious injury or wrongful death as a result of the crash. There are several different types of car accidents that may provide compensation for your personal injury claim.
Our car accident lawyers in Boca Raton handle a variety of car accident cases, including:
- Rear-End Collisions
- Side-Impact Collisions
- Uninsured Motorist Accident
- Single Car Accident
- Head-on Collision
What is the Statute of Limitations?
It’s important that you don’t wait to take action because there is a statute of limitations on how much time you have to pursue a case. The time limit in Florida for a car accident case is four years from the time of the accident, but this window of opportunity can come and go much faster than you expect.
No-Fault Insurance Explained
Florida is one of a handful of States that still utilize a “No-Fault System.” In its simplest terms, the “No-Fault System” requires every Florida resident who owns or registers a car in Florida to purchase auto insurance which includes PIP (Personal Injury Protection) Insurance. PIP insurance pays 80% of medical bills and 60% of lost wages up to $10,000 to injured auto accident victims regardless of who caused the accident. The law requires that any injured driver subject to the No-Fault Law use their insurance to pay their medical bills and lost wages before any other insurance has to pay, including the negligent driver’s liability insurance. This is often described as the “PIP is Primary” rule by Florida attorneys.
In theory, if the other driver in the accident is hurt, their own PIP insurance will take care of their medical coverage. The idea behind the law was to reduce the number of frivolous personal injury lawsuits that stem from car accidents.
Florida’s PIP insurance law is controversial; however, as it can make it more difficult for an injured driver to receive the coverage they need. It also does not take vehicle repairs into consideration. If you have been in a car accident in Florida, you should still file a personal injury claim with a Boca Raton car accident attorney from Willis Law, P.A. We may be able to prove that the other driver was liable and owes you some sort of compensation, despite the fact that Florida is a “no fault” state.
How Much Does PIP Insurance Cover?
Effective January 1, 2013 the Florida legislature limited PIP coverage to only $2,500 unless the injured party received medical treatment from a doctor within 14 days and a medical doctor determined that the injured party had an emergency medical condition.
The “No-Fault System” also has some harsh rules for car accident victims:
- If you elect to take a deductible on your PIP coverage, you are choosing to self-insure for the amount of the deductible. The negligent driver is not responsible to reimburse you for the deductible.
- If you fail to obtain PIP coverage or the coverage lapses, the negligent driver is not responsible to reimburse you for the first $10,000 of your medical and lost wage damages. So the negligent driver caused it and you pay for it from your own pocket.
- You may only be reimbursed for pain and suffering damages (also called non-economic damages) from the negligent driver if your injury is considered permanent or the injury results in scarring or disfigurement. This is not the rule in all other Florida injury cases like slip and falls or dog bites; only auto accident “No-Fault” cases.
Drunk Driving in Florida
There is no tolerance for drinking and driving in the state of Florida. Operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08 percent or higher is an unacceptable act of negligence that endangers the lives of countless people. In Florida, an individual caught driving while intoxicated faces penalties that include heavy fines, jail time, mandatory community service hours, license revocation, probation, and /or vehicle impoundment.
Second, third, and subsequent offenses can result in even tougher consequences. If you or a loved one has been the victim of a drunk driving accident, the Boca Raton car accident attorney at Willis Law, P.A. may be able to help you claim the compensation you deserve.
Boca Raton Car Accident FAQ
Do I have grounds to file a personal injury claim for my car accident?
Research published by the International Organization for Road Accident Prevention has demonstrated that 90% of all car accidents are caused by one of the drivers. In other words, one of the drivers is nearly always to blame. If the other driver is at fault for causing your accident through some type of careless, reckless or otherwise negligent behavior, you may have grounds to file a personal injury or wrongful death claim.
Is texting while driving legal in Boca Raton?
Florida state law bans texting behind the wheel when the vehicle is moving as a primary enforcement law. This means that a driver can be pulled over and ticketed for texting while the car is moving. It is also illegal to be talking on a phone while driving through a school or construction zone unless you are utilizing hands free (Bluetooth or speaker) system. If the driver who caused your crash was texting at the time or, in some cases talking on the phone, this may be used as evidence of negligence in pursuing your personal injury claim.
How do you prove that the driver was texting?
When a driver causes an accident while texting or talking on a cell phone, it is typical for him or her to deny the fact. It may be possible, however, to confirm the suspicion that the driver was using a phone at the time of the accident by subpoenaing the driver’s cell phone records, which would show whether there was activity immediately before the accident.
What is personal injury protection?
Florida is one of several states in the nation where drivers are required to purchase personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. This type of coverage is also frequently referred to as “no-fault” insurance, for the simple reason that it pays regardless of who is to blame for an accident. Whereas you can only file a claim against a liability insurance policy if the policy holder is at fault for causing your accident, you can file a claim against your own PIP policy whether you are responsible or the other driver is to blame.
The major downside to PIP coverage, however, is the fact that it is typically quite limited: Many drivers have only the minimum required amount of $10,000 for bodily injury. In other words, PIP coverage can make a large difference, but it usually will not be enough to fully satisfy the value of a personal injury claim.
What can I do if I was hit by an uninsured motorist?
A recent study published by the Insurance Research Council found that Florida has one of the highest rates of uninsured drivers in the nation. According to the report, nearly one out of every four drivers statewide does not have insurance. Fortunately, even if your accident was caused by an uninsured driver, you should have a way to recover compensation by filing a claim against your uninsured motorist coverage.
Can I file a personal injury claim after a hit-and-run accident?
If the driver who caused your crash fled the scene of the accident, you can still file a claim against your own personal injury protection policy (PIP) for $10,000 in medical bills or lost wages. If you have uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage (UM) on your auto policy you can also file a claim for injuries against your UM coverage for losses or injuries not covered by PIP. Hopefully, the police or highway patrol will be able to track down the driver based on witness accounts, surveillance camera footage and other means. If this is achieved, the fact that the driver broke the law by fleeing the scene may be used as evidence to establish his or her negligence.
What is uninsured motorist coverage?
Under the terms of Florida Statutes §627.727 (2019), all drivers are required by law to be offered uninsured motorist coverage at the time of purchase of a liability insurance policy. Unless you expressly turned down such coverage, you should have uninsured motorist coverage. The purpose of this coverage is to step in and pay for your lost income and medical expenses when you have been injured or lost a loved one in an accident caused by an uninsured motorist.
What if the other driver’s insurance doesn’t cover my costs?
In the event that your own PIP policy, the other driver’s liability insurance policy and your own uninsured/underinsured policy do not provide sufficient compensation to satisfy your claim, it may still be possible to recover the amount you are due. By winning a judgment against the other driver in court, you may be able to secure a wage garnishment or property lien to supply you with the payment that you need and deserve.
How much is my car accident claim worth?
The goal of your car accident claim is to recover fair compensation for all of the losses you have suffered. This includes payment for your present and future medical expenses and replacement for your lost wages. You can additionally claim compensation for the pain, suffering and emotional distress you have been forced to experience.
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Boca Raton Burn Injury Lawyer
Helping Victims of Catastrophic Injuries in Florida
There is a commonplace misconception that burn injuries are rarely dangerous, nothing more than a scolded hand that hurts for a few days.
In reality, a burn injury is damage to the skin or deeper tissues caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation—and severe burns can lead to permanent scarring, disability, and life-threatening complications.
If you have been the victim of a severe burn injury that has left you debilitated and needlessly suffering, you may have to fight to get the financial compensation you deserve. At Willis Law, P.A., our Boca Raton personal injury attorney believes that you deserve – and require – a fair chance at a safe recovery.
Burn injuries are more common than many people realize. Each year, hundreds of thousands of people across the United States require medical treatment for burns, with tens of thousands hospitalized due to severe injuries. In Florida, fire-related incidents alone lead to hundreds of hospitalizations annually, often caused by residential fires, electrical hazards, and workplace accidents.
Why should you work with us? The answer is simple:
- We are AV Preeminent® Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®
- We are members of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum®
- Lead attorney Willis is 10/10 "Superb" rated on Avvo
Unlike many other personal injury law firms who charge high flat rates or by the hour, we are proud to offer to work for contingency fees. When combined with a free case evaluation, this means you can retain our services for nothing upfront – not a penny – and nothing out-of-pocket. We will only collect payment through a fair percentage of any settlement we win on your behalf.
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What Causes a Burn Injury?
When someone else's negligence is to blame for your painful burn injury, you can be sure that they will probably not want to be held liable for what they have done. You might have to challenge their defense and present sufficient evidence to win your claims. Putting in the legwork for a personal injury case can be exhausting for someone trying to recuperate, though. Let us handle it while you rest and relax.
We can attempt to prove that your burn injury could have been prevented, and that it was caused by:
- Open flames
- Electrical hazards
- Unlabeled pipes containing steam
- Dangerous acidic chemicals
In many cases, burn injuries occur in preventable situations—especially in workplaces, residential properties, and commercial settings where proper safety measures are ignored.
As many burn injuries actually occur in the workplace, it is entirely possible that poor safety standards led to your accident. We can review inspection reports and general safety compliance at your place of work, pinpointing where and how negligence was linked to the incident.
How Severe Is Your Burn Injury?
The severity of a burn injury plays a major role in both your recovery and the value of your claim:
- First-degree burns – Affect the outer layer of skin; typically heal with minimal treatment
- Second-degree burns – Damage deeper layers; often cause blisters, pain, and possible scarring
- Third-degree burns – Destroy all layers of skin and may damage nerves, sometimes requiring surgery or skin grafts
- Fourth-degree burns – Extend into muscle or bone and can be life-threatening
More severe burns often result in long-term medical care, permanent disfigurement, and significant financial losses—making full compensation critical.
How to Prove Liability in a Burn Injury Claim in Boca Raton, Florida
To recover compensation, you must show that another party’s negligence caused your injury. This typically involves proving:
- Duty of care – The responsible party had an obligation to keep you safe
- Breach of duty – They failed to meet that obligation (e.g., unsafe property, faulty equipment)
- Causation – Their actions directly caused your burn injury
- Damages – You suffered measurable losses, such as medical bills or pain and suffering
Evidence may include medical records, accident reports, witness statements, photos, and expert testimony. A strong case clearly connects the negligent act to your injury.
Do You Need to Recover Damages? We Can Help!
Medical treatments for burn injuries are rarely completed in one session. As the skin reforms and heals, it can be incredibly painful for the victim, requiring therapeutic measures.
Severe burns may require ongoing treatment such as skin grafts, rehabilitation, and specialized care, making financial recovery essential for long-term stability.
To think of one of our clients recovering from a debilitating burn without all the treatment they require is simply unacceptable. We can fight from start to finish on your behalf to get you to a more comfortable place, and always pushing forward towards the maximum settlement you can get.
Can You Collect Damages From a Burn Injury Claim in Boca Raton, Florida?
Yes. If your burn injury was caused by another party’s negligence, you may be entitled to recover compensation for your losses through a personal injury claim.
What Is the Statute of Limitations for Burn Injury Claims in Florida?
In Florida, personal injury claims are generally subject to a two-year statute of limitations. Failing to file within this time frame may prevent you from recovering compensation.
How Do Florida's Comparative Negligence Laws Affect My Burn Injury Claim?
Florida follows a modified comparative negligence rule. This means your compensation may be reduced based on your percentage of fault. If you are found to be more than 50% at fault, you may not be able to recover damages.
Stand up for your rights as someone who was wrongfully hurt. Contact our Boca Raton burn injury attorneys today.
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