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Why You Need a Plantation Personal Injury Lawyer
Plantation's busiest crash corridors - I-595, Broward Boulevard, Sunrise Boulevard, University Drive, Pine Island Road, Nob Hill Road, and State Road 7 (US-441) - carry heavy commuter traffic between the western suburbs and downtown Fort Lauderdale, and the shopping and office volume around Broward Mall, the Plantation Midtown business district, and Westside Regional raises the risk of crashes and premises injuries.
Plantation is in Broward County, so cases are filed in the 17th Judicial Circuit courthouse in Fort Lauderdale, and injured residents are often treated at Westside Regional Medical Center right in the city. A lawyer who knows these courts, these ERs, and how local insurers value Broward claims has a real advantage. Our office is in Parkland, about 20 minutes north, and you pay nothing unless we win.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Plantation
We represent Plantation injury victims across every type of negligence claim:
Florida Personal Injury Law - What Plantation Victims Need to Know
The 2-Year Deadline (HB 837)
Since March 24, 2023, Florida gives injury victims just 2 years from the date of the accident to file (down from 4). Miss it and you lose the right to sue forever.
The 51% Comparative Fault Rule
Under HB 837, if you're found more than 50% at fault, you recover nothing. At 50% or less, your compensation is reduced by your share of fault. Insurers push blame onto victims to exploit this - an attorney defends against it.
No-Fault PIP (for vehicle crashes)
For car and many vehicle accidents, Florida's PIP covers your first $10,000 in medical bills regardless of fault - but you must treat within 14 days, and to recover for pain and suffering you must meet the serious-injury threshold under Fla. Stat. § 627.737.
Premises Liability (for slip-and-falls)
Plantation property owners - malls, offices, and condo associations - must keep their premises reasonably safe. In a fall claim, you generally must show the owner knew or should have known about the hazard, so fast investigation is critical before surveillance video and maintenance records disappear.
What to Do After an Injury in Plantation
- Get medical attention immediately - even if you feel fine. Injuries surface later, and vehicle claims require treatment within 14 days. Westside Regional Medical Center and nearby urgent-care centers can document your injuries.
- Report it - call police for a crash, or notify the property manager/store for a fall, and make sure a written incident report is created.
- Document everything - photograph the scene, the hazard or vehicles, your injuries, and get witness names and numbers.
- Don't give a recorded statement to any insurance adjuster before talking to an attorney.
- Call a Plantation personal injury lawyer - evidence disappears fast and the 2-year clock is running.
Compensation You Can Recover
- Medical bills - past and future (ER, surgery, therapy, long-term care)
- Lost wages and lost earning capacity
- Pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life
- Property damage and out-of-pocket costs
- Permanent disability, scarring, and disfigurement
Key Takeaways
- Plantation injury victims have 2 years to file (HB 837)
- Being 51%+ at fault eliminates recovery - insurers exploit this, so get a lawyer early
- Vehicle crashes: seek treatment within 14 days to protect PIP
- Cases are filed in Broward's 17th Judicial Circuit in Fort Lauderdale
- Kaiser Romanello serves Plantation from nearby Parkland - no fee unless we win
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Plantation, Florida?
Two years from the date of the accident under Florida HB 837 (effective March 2023). This applies to car accidents, slip-and-falls, and most negligence claims, and wrongful death is also 2 years. Miss the deadline and the court will dismiss your case.
How much is my Plantation injury case worth?
It depends on your medical bills, lost wages, the severity and permanence of your injuries, and available insurance. Minor cases may settle for a few thousand dollars; cases with surgery, permanent injury, or catastrophic harm can reach six or seven figures. A free case review gives you a realistic estimate.
Which court handles Plantation injury cases?
Plantation is in Broward County, so lawsuits are filed in the 17th Judicial Circuit courthouse in Fort Lauderdale. Most claims settle before trial, but hiring a firm willing to file suit is what pushes insurers to a fair offer.
What if I was partially at fault for my accident?
You can still recover as long as you are 50% or less at fault - your compensation is reduced by your share of fault. If you are 51% or more at fault, you recover nothing under HB 837, which is why insurers work hard to shift blame onto you.
How much does a Plantation personal injury lawyer cost?
Nothing up front. We work on a contingency fee - you pay no attorney's fee unless we win your case. The initial consultation is free and available 24/7.
Serving Plantation and all of Broward County, including nearby Fort Lauderdale, Davie, Sunrise, and Pembroke Pines. Learn more about Florida's 2-year filing deadline or contact our team for a free review.
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