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- Fort Lauderdale Personal Injury Lawyer Overview
- Why You Need a Personal Injury Lawyer in Fort Lauderdale
- Types of Cases We Handle in Fort Lauderdale
- What Compensation Can You Recover?
- What to Expect When You Hire Us
- Serving Fort Lauderdale and Broward County
- Why Choose Kaiser Romanello, P.A.?
- Meet Our Attorneys
- Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Answer
A Fort Lauderdale personal injury lawyer helps people who are hurt because of someone else's negligence recover money for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. At Kaiser Romanello, P.A., we represent injured clients across Broward County on a contingency basis — no fee unless we win. Florida's two-year statute of limitations (Fla. Stat. § 95.11) means time matters, so call (844) 877-8679 for a free case review.
If you've been injured in a car wreck on I-95, hit by a driver running a red light at the corner of Sunrise Boulevard and US-1, or knocked down by a careless rideshare driver near Las Olas, you already know how quickly your life can change. Medical bills start arriving before the bruises fade. Insurance adjusters call within days, asking you to give a recorded statement, sign a medical release, or accept a quick settlement that won't come close to covering what you've lost. You need a Fort Lauderdale personal injury lawyer who handles this every day — not someone who will hand your case to a paralegal and forget your name.
Kaiser Romanello, P.A. has spent decades fighting for injured Floridians. We know Broward County courts, the local insurance defense firms, and the doctors who actually know how to treat (and document) a serious injury. We move fast, we communicate clearly, and we don't get paid unless you do. Our personal injury attorneys in Fort Lauderdale handle car accidents, truck collisions, motorcycle crashes, pedestrian injuries, catastrophic injury claims, and wrongful death matters throughout Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding Broward County communities.
Why You Need a Personal Injury Lawyer in Fort Lauderdale
Florida's injury laws changed substantially in 2023, and not in a way that favors the injured. Under the state's modified comparative negligence rule, if a jury decides you were 50% or more at fault for what happened, you recover nothing — even if the other driver was clearly careless. Insurance companies know this and use it as a lever to shift blame onto victims. A skilled Fort Lauderdale personal injury attorney understands how to gather evidence, work with reconstruction experts, and present your case so the percentage of fault stays where it belongs.
Add to that Florida's $10,000 PIP (Personal Injury Protection) coverage, which often runs out before the first MRI is read, and the "serious injury threshold" that determines whether you can step outside no-fault and pursue the at-fault driver's liability policy — the law here is genuinely complicated. Here is what an experienced Fort Lauderdale personal injury lawyer at Kaiser Romanello does for you:
- Investigates the crash scene, pulls 911 audio, locates witnesses, and preserves video before it is overwritten
- Coordinates your medical care so injuries are properly diagnosed, documented, and treated
- Handles every call, letter, and recorded-statement request from insurance adjusters so you can focus on recovery
- Calculates the full value of your claim — current bills, future care, lost earning capacity, pain and suffering
- Negotiates aggressively with the insurance carrier, and files suit in Broward County Circuit Court when they refuse to deal fairly
- Works on a contingency fee — you pay nothing out of pocket, and our fee comes only from a successful recovery
Types of Cases We Handle in Fort Lauderdale
Personal injury is a broad area of law, and the right strategy depends on the type of crash, the injuries involved, and the insurance coverage available. Our Fort Lauderdale attorneys handle the full range of negligence claims:
Car Accidents
Rear-end collisions on I-95, T-bones at busy intersections, and serious crashes along Broward Boulevard. Fort Lauderdale car accident claims are our most common case type.
Truck Accidents
Tractor-trailer crashes on I-595 and the Florida Turnpike involve federal trucking regulations and corporate defendants. We handle Fort Lauderdale truck accidents with the resources they require.
Motorcycle Accidents
Riders are too often blamed for injuries that were not their fault. Our Fort Lauderdale motorcycle accident attorneys know how to push back on bias and document real damages.
Uber & Lyft Accidents
Rideshare claims involve overlapping policies and tricky coverage triggers. We handle Fort Lauderdale Uber accidents and Fort Lauderdale Lyft accidents regularly.
Pedestrian Accidents
Fort Lauderdale ranks among the most dangerous metros for people on foot. Fort Lauderdale pedestrian accidents often involve catastrophic injuries and require fast scene preservation.
Hit-and-Run Crashes
When the at-fault driver flees, your own uninsured-motorist coverage usually steps in. We pursue hit-and-run claims and work with police to identify offenders.
Drunk Driving Victims
If you were hit by an impaired driver, you may be entitled to punitive damages on top of compensatory recovery. We handle drunk driving accident claims throughout Broward County.
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Concussions and TBIs often go undiagnosed for weeks. Our attorneys work with neurologists and life-care planners to fully document traumatic brain injury claims.
Spinal Cord Injuries
Paralysis and serious back injuries can mean millions in lifetime medical care. We pursue full spinal cord injury compensation including future care and lost earning capacity.
Wrongful Death
When a loved one is killed by negligence, surviving family members have rights under Florida's Wrongful Death Act. We handle wrongful death cases with care and discretion.
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Call (844) 877-8679 Request Free Case ReviewWhat Compensation Can You Recover?
Florida law allows injured victims to recover two broad categories of damages: economic damages (your out-of-pocket and financial losses) and non-economic damages (the human cost of being hurt). When the at-fault driver acted with gross negligence — for example, a drunk driver — punitive damages may also be available. The right Fort Lauderdale personal injury attorney builds your claim around all of these, not just the easy-to-prove medical bills.
Economic Damages
- Past and future medical bills (ER, surgery, imaging, rehab)
- Prescription and durable medical equipment costs
- Lost wages while you are out of work
- Diminished future earning capacity if you cannot return to your old job
- Out-of-pocket expenses (transportation, home modifications, in-home care)
- Property damage to your vehicle or other belongings
Non-Economic Damages
- Physical pain and suffering
- Mental anguish and emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life and inability to participate in hobbies
- Permanent disfigurement, scarring, or disability
- Loss of consortium for spouses and family members
- Inconvenience and disruption to daily living
Florida's PIP system requires that your injuries meet the "serious injury threshold" — significant and permanent loss of bodily function, permanent injury, significant scarring, or death — before you can pursue non-economic damages from the at-fault driver. We work with treating physicians to make sure your records reflect the true severity of your injuries.
What to Expect When You Hire Us
A lot of injured people wait to call a lawyer because they are not sure what the process looks like. There is no mystery to it. From the first phone call to the day your check clears, here is exactly how a Fort Lauderdale personal injury case moves through Kaiser Romanello, P.A.:
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Free Case Evaluation
You call (844) 877-8679 or fill out our online form. We listen, ask the right questions, and tell you whether you have a case — at no cost and with no pressure.
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Sign Up & Investigation Begins
You sign a contingency fee agreement (no money out of pocket). We immediately request the crash report, preserve evidence, and put insurance carriers on notice.
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Medical Treatment & Documentation
We help connect you with qualified Fort Lauderdale doctors and make sure every injury is properly diagnosed and recorded. Your medical record is the spine of your claim.
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Demand Package & Negotiation
Once you reach maximum medical improvement, we prepare a detailed demand package and negotiate aggressively with the insurance company.
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Lawsuit Filed if Necessary
If the insurer refuses to deal fairly, we file suit in Broward County Circuit Court and prepare your case for trial. Most cases settle, but we prepare every file as if it will be tried.
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Resolution & Disbursement
When your case settles or a verdict comes in, we resolve outstanding medical liens, deduct our fee, and put your check in your hands. You see exactly where every dollar goes.
Serving Fort Lauderdale and Broward County
Kaiser Romanello, P.A. represents injured clients throughout Fort Lauderdale and the broader Broward County area. We routinely handle crashes that happen on the region's highest-traffic corridors — including I-95, I-595, US-1 (Federal Highway), Sunrise Boulevard, Oakland Park Boulevard, and Broward Boulevard — and we file lawsuits in the 17th Judicial Circuit at the Broward County Courthouse downtown.
Our office is at 11555 Heron Bay Boulevard, Suite 200 in Parkland, but we meet clients throughout South Florida and offer phone, video, and in-home consultations when an injury makes travel difficult. Nearby communities we also serve include:
Why Choose Kaiser Romanello, P.A.?
There is no shortage of personal injury law firms in South Florida. Here is what makes Kaiser Romanello a different kind of choice for Fort Lauderdale injury victims:
Decades of Florida Experience
Our attorneys have been representing injured Floridians for over 25 years. We have seen the law evolve and we know how to apply it.
True Contingency Fee
You owe us nothing unless we recover compensation for you. No retainer, no hourly billing, no surprise costs.
Direct Attorney Access
You will work with a real attorney — not a case manager — who knows your file, returns your calls, and handles your case start to finish.
Local Court Familiarity
We file regularly in the 17th Judicial Circuit and know Broward County judges, defense firms, and local insurance adjusters.
Trial-Ready Approach
Insurance companies pay more when they know your lawyer will actually try the case. We prepare every file for trial.
Proven Track Record
We have recovered millions for injured clients across South Florida. See our case results for examples.
Meet Our Attorneys
The attorneys at Kaiser Romanello, P.A. bring deep Florida personal injury experience and a hands-on approach to every case.
Lorne Adam Kaiser, Esq.
Lorne Kaiser has built his career representing injured people across Florida. He combines a thorough knowledge of state injury law with a practical, client-first approach to negotiation and trial work. Lorne handles serious accident and catastrophic injury matters and has earned a reputation for tenacious advocacy and clear communication with the families he represents.
Steve Romanello, Esq.
Steve Romanello focuses his practice on personal injury litigation for clients throughout South Florida, including Fort Lauderdale and Broward County. He is known for getting deeply involved in each case, from initial investigation to settlement or verdict, and for treating clients the way he would want his own family treated after an injury.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Fort Lauderdale personal injury lawyer cost?
At Kaiser Romanello, P.A., there is no up-front cost to hire us. We work on a contingency fee, which means our fee is a percentage of what we recover for you. If we don't win your case, you don't owe us a fee. The contingency percentage and how case costs are handled are set out clearly in your representation agreement before you sign anything.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Florida?
Under Florida Statute § 95.11, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. This deadline was shortened from four years in the 2023 tort reform legislation, so anyone injured on or after March 24, 2023 is on the two-year clock. Wrongful death claims also have a two-year limit. Some specific claim types have shorter notice periods (for example, claims against government entities), so you should not wait to consult an attorney.
What is Florida's modified comparative negligence rule?
Florida follows a modified comparative negligence standard. If you are found 50% or more at fault for an accident, you are barred from recovering anything. If you are 49% or less at fault, your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault — for example, a $100,000 verdict with 20% fault on you yields $80,000. Insurance companies often try to push fault onto the injured party for exactly this reason. A skilled Fort Lauderdale personal injury lawyer fights to keep that percentage where it belongs.
What is PIP and how does it affect my Florida injury claim?
Florida is a no-fault state, which means every driver is required to carry $10,000 in Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage. PIP pays 80% of your reasonable medical bills and 60% of lost wages, up to the $10,000 limit, regardless of who caused the crash. If your injuries meet the serious injury threshold — significant and permanent loss of an important bodily function, permanent injury, significant scarring or disfigurement, or death — you can step outside no-fault and pursue the at-fault driver's bodily injury liability coverage for the full value of your damages, including pain and suffering.
How much is my Fort Lauderdale personal injury case worth?
There is no formula and there is no average. Case value depends on the severity and permanence of your injuries, the medical treatment you require (and will require in the future), how much income you have lost or will lose, the available insurance coverage, the strength of liability evidence, and how a Broward County jury is likely to view the case. After we review your records and circumstances, we can give you a realistic estimate. Be cautious of any lawyer who promises a specific dollar figure before reviewing your file.
What should I do right after a Fort Lauderdale car accident?
If you can do so safely: call 911 and report the crash, get medical attention even if you feel "okay," take photos of the vehicles and scene, get the names and contact info of any witnesses, and exchange insurance and license information with the other driver. Do not give a recorded statement to the other driver's insurance company, do not sign anything they send you, and do not post about the crash on social media. Then call a Fort Lauderdale personal injury attorney for a free review.
Do I have to go to court for a personal injury case?
The large majority of personal injury cases settle before trial. If yours does, you may never need to set foot in a courtroom. That said, the cases that settle for full value are the cases the insurance company believes the lawyer is actually willing and able to try. At Kaiser Romanello, P.A. we prepare every case from day one as if it will be tried in Broward County Circuit Court. That posture is a major reason our clients see strong results.
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Call (844) 877-8679 Request Free Case ReviewThe information on this page is provided for general educational purposes and is not legal advice. Reading this page or contacting our firm does not create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome in any future case. Kaiser Romanello, P.A. — 11555 Heron Bay Boulevard, Suite 200, Parkland, FL 33076.
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“Kaiser Romanello changed my life. They are The Dream Team! Could not recommend them anymore! If you want to get the most money for your personal injury claim call Kaiser Romanello today!”
-Lu R
Former client
“l just got off the phone with Mr. Loren Kaiser for a free consultation and he was absolutely amazing. He was extremely helpful, detail oriented and did not add any “rushed” feeling to the phone call. If I have anything substantial to move forward with, I will proudly utilize this law office. Thank you, Mr. Kaiser, for your help, input and advice! It is greatly appreciated.”
-Trina R
Former client
“Steve and his partner are just very knowledgeable, amazing client service, Steve it is the kind of persons who loves what he is doing, he went about and beyond his lawyer responsibilities in my case, they care about you, If you are looking for professionals at the highest levels, use their services. Not only you will be represented by top lawyers, but you feel like part of the family. Thanks for everything, God bless you.”
-Carlos V
Former client