Florida Underinsured Auto Accident Attorneys

Florida, in that it serves as a gateway between the continental United States and Central and South America, boasts a wonderfully diverse population. Unfortunately, due to the state's status as a "portal," it's also home to a disproportionately large number of underinsured and uninsured motorists in Florida.

What can you do if an uninsured motorist (UM) or underinsured motorist (UIM) crashes into your car or otherwise causes an accident?

If you have UM or UIM insurance for such a contingency, your insurance company will likely be liable for your medical bills, property damage, and other costs. But even if you do have coverage, there is no guarantee that your insurance company will fully cooperate. Moreover, when you're dealing with underinsured motorist accident cases, you often have two different insurance companies "in the mix" (yours and the other driver's). This can create an array of legal and logistical headaches. Each insurance company, for instance, may contend that the other is liable; hence, neither will pay out damages to you.

But even if you lack UM and/or UIM coverage altogether, you may still have options to get compensation for property damage, bodily injury, and pain and suffering. You may be able to sue the driver directly, garnish his or her wages, or otherwise get direct compensation. Alternatively, your Florida car accident attorney may be able to find another person, party, or entity that can be held liable or at least partially liable for the accident. For instance, let's say an uninsured driver was delivering pizzas when he crashed into you. The pizza company may be partially liable for damages, since the employee was engaged in company business when he hit you.

Connect with a knowledgeable, experienced Florida uninsured motorist accident lawyer at Farah & Farah in Jacksonville. Phone us at 1.800.603.3640 to discuss your case and get solid informed answers about your concerns. Attorney Eddie Farah boasts a two and a half decade track record. Find out more about us here online at our Florida auto accident website.

For a free evaluation of your case, call our Jacksonville office today at 1.800.603.3640