DUI Accident Lawyer in Miami

Suffering injuries due to a drunk driver is something no one should ever have to experience. Such accidents usually prove completely avoidable and represent grave negligence on the part of the at-fault party.

At The Schiller Kessler Group, our DUI accident lawyers in Miami bring over three decades of experience to holding drunk drivers accountable and helping victims recover the compensation they deserve. Over the years, we’ve recovered more than $250 million for our clients, providing the dedicated legal representation needed to help them rebuild their lives.

Call us today for a free consultation and learn how our car accident lawyers in Miami can help.

Florida PIP and the Serious Injury Threshold in DUI Cases

DUI accidents often lead to serious injuries because drunk drivers tend to exhibit reckless behavior. For example, speeding, running red lights, or driving the wrong way significantly increases the force and severity of collisions.

Our Miami personal injury lawyers have seen victims in these situations commonly suffer from life-altering injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal damage, broken bones, and internal bleeding.

Recovering compensation beyond personal injury protection (PIP) coverage depends on whether the injuries qualify under the serious injury threshold. Florida Statutes § 627.737 allows you to pursue a third-party liability claim for additional damages, such as pain and suffering, if you or your loved one’s injuries involve:

• Significant and permanent loss of an important bodily function
• Permanent injury within a reasonable degree of medical probability
• Significant and permanent scarring or disfigurement
• Death resulting from the accident

Even if the drunk driver is criminally charged with a DUI, this charge alone does not permit you to bypass the PIP system or meet the serious injury threshold automatically. Our DUI accident attorneys in Miami can consult your medical providers and build your third-party claim against a drunk driver if your injuries meet the standard.

How Our Miami DUI Accident Attorneys Seek Compensation

Many accident victims assume the claims process will be easier when the other driver faces DUI criminal charges, only to discover that insurance companies still do everything in their power to undervalue a claim. Our Miami DUI crash lawyers take a strategic approach and prepare a case for trial regardless of how blatant negligence and liability seem.

We start with conducting an independent investigation of the collision, which may involve consulting accident reconstruction experts or obtaining digital and physical evidence of negligence. We may subpoena app data, cellphone records, or traffic camera footage, for example.

From there, we file your claim and negotiate a settlement, fully prepared to take legal action in the absence of a fair offer and to address both your immediate and ongoing accident-related losses.

Why Choose Our Car Accident Attorneys?

After a car accident, the last thing you want to do is struggle with legal paperwork and risk losing the compensation you deserve. Negotiating with insurers can prove overwhelming, especially as you heal from serious injuries. At The Schiller Kessler Group, our Miami DUI crash lawyers take the weight of the claims process off your shoulders entirely.

We offer our clients the following:

• Dedication to injury victims: We represent individuals who have suffered because of someone else’s negligence, and we treat you like family every step of the way by prioritizing your recovery.
• Individualized approach: Every accident case is unique, and we take the time to understand the details of your case to tailor a strategy to your needs and goals.
• Aggressive legal representation: Our aggressive approach to negotiations and litigation has helped thousands of clients recover compensation for their accident-related losses.
• No upfront legal fees: We handle all personal injury cases on a contingency basis, so you do not have to save up to start your case. You face no financial risk while we work to build your case since we only collect a fee if compensation is recovered.

When you’re facing a long road to recovery due to a serious car accident, we are ready to stand by your side and fight.

The Importance of Getting Started on Your DUI Accident Claim Right Away

Time is not on your side after a DUI accident in Florida. Under Florida Statutes § 95.11(5)(a), you typically only have two years to file a personal injury lawsuit, as well as two years to file a wrongful death lawsuit, per Florida Statutes § 95.11(5)(e). While this deadline may seem far off, building a strong case takes time. The longer you wait to get started, the more you put your potential compensation at risk.

Our DUI car accident attorneys need time to gather evidence, including the blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of the impaired driver. We also need time to negotiate a settlement, yet none of these processes stall the statute of limitations.

The sooner you reach out and begin your case, the better opportunity you give yourself to recover your losses. Since our lawyers do not charge upfront fees or hourly rates, you can get started as soon as you have completed your initial consultation.

Let Us Help You After a DUI Accident

Being hit by a drunk driver is particularly devastating, but you don’t have to face the legal process alone. At The Schiller Kessler Group, our DUI accident attorneys fight to hold drunk drivers accountable and recover the compensation you need for your medical bills, lost income, pain, and suffering.

With over three decades of experience and more than $250 million recovered for our clients, we know what it takes to build a strong case and pursue the justice you deserve. Don’t wait to take action; the sooner we begin, the stronger your claim will be.

Call us for a free consultation today and let us protect your rights while you focus on healing.