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When a serious accident upends life, you need a personal injury lawyer who understands Florida law and the local market. The personal injury attorneys at Cantrell Schuette represent injury victims across South Florida in auto accidents, truck accidents, cruise ship injuries, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and aviation accidents. Our firm helps accident victims regardless of immigration status. We offer a free consultation and recover full compensation from carriers that minimize legitimate claims.
Why Personal Injury Cases Here Are Different
South Florida is one of the most complex injury markets in the country. Miami Beach sees heavy foot and vehicle traffic on Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue, while I-95 truck traffic and the Port of Miami cruise industry add overlapping state, federal, and maritime law to many claims.
According to Miami-Dade County Vision Zero, traffic crashes remain a leading cause of serious injuries and deaths countywide. Pedestrian accidents, motor vehicle crashes, and motorcycle accidents drive the most claims, and injured victims face sophisticated defense teams from day one. Hiring Miami personal injury lawyers with experience in this market matters.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle
Our Miami personal injury lawyers represent clients in a wide range of cases, including:
Personal Injury Cases We Handle
- Car accident and auto accident claims involving distracted, drunk, and aggressive driving on I-95, the Palmetto, and US-1, where the driver’s negligence is crucial, and personal injury protection (PIP) may apply
- Truck accidents involving truck driver fatigue, improper vehicle maintenance, and trucking company liability for crashes that often produce serious injuries
- Motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, and pedestrian accidents that often produce catastrophic injury, sustained injuries, or permanent disability
- Cruise ship injuries from slip and falls, assaults, inadequate security, and negligence aboard vessels, where maritime law applies alongside Florida law
- Aviation accidents, including airplane crashes and in-flight incidents from pilot error or maintenance issues
- Wrongful death claims when a loved one is killed by someone else’s negligence, including drunk driving fatalities and trucking crashes
- Medical malpractice cases and a medical malpractice claim against health care providers, including misdiagnosis, surgical errors, and neglect in assisted living facilities
- Premises liability and slip and fall accidents at shopping centers, hotels, and parking lots, where a property owner failed to use reasonable care to protect lawful visitors from a dangerous condition
- Product liability claims involving manufacturing defects
Catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and severe burns often require long-term care. Whether your case is a single auto accident or a complex personal injury lawsuit, our Miami personal injury attorneys have the experience to pursue maximum compensation.
Florida Law and Your Rights as an Injury Victim
In some cases, yes. Depending on the circumstances and applicable laws, the prevailing party in a business ownership dispute may be entitled to recover attorney fees and legal costs. This encourages parties to settle disputes outside of court when possible.
Attorney Fee Recovery
In Miami business ownership disputes, the availability of attorney fee recovery can hinge on the specific legal claims asserted and the remedies sought. One common avenue for recovering attorney fees in business disputes is through the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA). This statute allows prevailing parties to recover reasonable attorney fees if they can demonstrate that the opposing party engaged in unfair or deceptive trade practices. It’s important to note that this statute typically applies to cases involving unfair competition, false advertising, and other similar practices that affect business interests.
Another avenue for recovering attorney fees may be contractual agreements. Many business contracts, such as partnership agreements, operating agreements, or shareholder agreements, contain provisions that govern the allocation of attorney fees in the event of a dispute. These contractual provisions can vary widely and may grant one party the right to recover attorney fees if they prevail in the dispute, or they might require each party to bear their own fees.
The availability of attorney fee recovery can be complex and situation-dependent. Consulting with an experienced attorney familiar with Florida law and business ownership disputes is essential to determine whether attorney fees are recoverable in a specific case. Cantrell Schuette, P.A. is here to help. Contact us today at (305) 684-8004 or coordinator@lawcantrell.com for a free consultation.
Florida Law and Your Rights as an Injury Victim
Under Florida Statute § 768.81, Florida applies a modified comparative negligence rule. A plaintiff more than 50% at fault is barred from recovery; a plaintiff at 50% or less recovers, reduced by their percentage of fault.
For accidents on or after March 24, 2023, most claims must be filed within two years under Florida Statute § 95.11(5)(a), as amended by House Bill 837. Cases exceeding $50,000 are typically filed in Circuit Court at the Dade County Courthouse.
Damages Covered
A successful claim may recover both economic and non-economic damages:
- Economic damages, including past and future medical expenses, hospital bills, surgery, rehabilitation, long-term care, lost wages, and reduced earning capacity
- Non-economic damages covering pain and suffering, mental anguish, and emotional distress for the injury victim and family members
- Punitive damages when conduct rises to gross negligence or intentional misconduct
Damages recoverable in state court or in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida when federal jurisdiction or maritime law applies
How Insurance Companies Approach These Claims
Insurers treat claims here as high-stakes litigation. Adjusters often offer fast, low settlements before injuries are fully diagnosed, request recorded statements that limit liability, and dispute medical necessity. An experienced personal injury lawyer knows how this plays out.
What Is Handled
Working with a personal injury attorney in Miami, FL, clients trust means every step is handled, including:
- Investigating the accident, obtaining police reports, securing witness statements, and preserving evidence
- Communicating with carriers and corporate defendants so the injury victim is not pressured into early settlement
- Building damages with medical records, expert testimony from health care providers, and analysis of future medical expenses and lost wages
- Negotiating for a fair settlement and filing suit when carriers refuse full value
- Litigating through trial when necessary, including in motorcycle accidents, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death cases
The Injury Claim Process
The injury claim process starts with prompt medical attention and accurate documentation. An injury lawyer gathers medical records, works with health care providers, and handles negotiations with insurance companies. Common mistakes that hurt cases: delaying medical treatment, speaking to insurance companies without counsel, posting on social media about the accident, and missing follow-up appointments.
What Our Clients Say
Miami Personal Injury Law Firm
Miami injury lawyers vary widely, but the difference shows in case results. As a personal injury lawyer that clients trust, our law firm offers:
- Direct access to your attorney with personalized attention
- Extensive experience in personal injury matters, lawsuit work, and trial litigation across the county
- A no-fee guarantee under contingency fee – you pay no attorney fees unless our law firm recovers compensation
- Familiarity with the Eleventh Judicial Circuit and federal court system that hears cruise ship and maritime claims
- Skilled negotiation against carriers and defense counsel for trucking companies, cruise lines, and large institutional defendants
- Commitment to representing injured victims and family members harmed by someone else’s negligence
Our Miami personal injury lawyers offer a free, no-obligation consultation. The law firm gives you a clear assessment of your case before the next steps.
Speak With an Experienced Attorney Today
If you have been injured, the legal process moves fast, and deadlines are unforgiving. Our Miami personal injury lawyers offer a free consultation to every prospective client.
Contact Cantrell Schuette today at (877) 858‑6868 or email coordinator@lawcantrell.com for a free consultation and to speak with an injury lawyer who knows this market.
Miami Personal Injury FAQs
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How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Florida?
For accidents on or after March 24, 2023, most claims must be filed within two years under § 95.11(5)(a). Older claims may fall under the prior four-year deadline. Wrongful death and medical malpractice have separate timelines.
What is my personal injury claim worth?
Value depends on injury severity, medical expenses, lost income, and long-term impact. Cases involving catastrophic injury, wrongful death, or permanent disability typically result in higher recoveries.
Do I have a case if a cruise ship accident happened outside Florida waters?
Possibly. Cruise ship cases often turn on the passenger ticket contract, which may require suit in the Southern District of Florida.
What if I was partly at fault for the accident?
Florida applies modified comparative negligence under § 768.81. If you are 50% or less at fault, you can recover with your award reduced by your percentage of fault. More than 50% bars recovery.
How do I choose the right personal injury attorney in Miami?
Look for a personal injury lawyer with extensive experience in Florida personal injury law, a local track record, and the resources to take a case to trial.