Car Accident Lawyer in Orlando

One serious car accident can put your finances, your health, and your future all under pressure at once. Insurance companies move fast to minimize what they pay out, and injured victims who wait often end up with less than they deserve. Our car accident lawyers in Orlando get involved early and fight to change that outcome.

Since 2004, our injury attorneys have helped more than 30,000 Florida accident victims recover compensation after serious injuries. We know Orange County courts and how to build a personal injury claim that holds up against insurer pushback.

Call our Orlando personal injury lawyers today for a free consultation. There are no upfront costs and no fees unless we recover compensation for you.

Common Causes of Car Accidents in Orlando

Auto accidents happen fast, but most are preventable. Orlando’s heavy tourism traffic, busy commuter corridors, and sudden weather changes create dangerous conditions on the road year-round. Our car accident attorneys have seen the full range of what leads to serious crashes in Central Florida.

Some of the most common causes include:

• Distracted driving: Smartphone use and other in-vehicle distractions are a leading cause of automobile accidents across Orange County.
• Drunk driving: Impaired drivers put everyone on Orlando roads at serious risk and can face both civil and criminal consequences.
• Reckless driving and speeding accidents: Drivers who ignore traffic laws, run red lights, or travel well above the speed limit cause some of the most severe crashes.
• Hit and run accidents: Leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident is illegal, yet it remains a recurring problem in Central Florida.
• Hazardous road conditions: Poorly maintained roads and dangerous conditions can contribute to crashes, sometimes involving liability beyond the drivers themselves.

Our Orlando car accident attorneys investigate every case thoroughly, identifying all liable parties and building the strongest possible claim on your behalf.

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$785,000

Motorist rear ended

$2,400,000

Motorist struck and killed by truck

$550,000

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$625,000

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Types of Car Accident Cases We Handle

Not every automobile accident is the same. The facts, the liable parties, and the legal strategy can vary significantly depending on how the crash happened. Our injury law firm handles all types of car accident cases in the Orlando area, including:

• DUI accident victim cases: Drunk driving puts every driver, passenger, and pedestrian at risk. We hold impaired drivers accountable and pursue full compensation for victims.
• Head–on collision cases: Head-on collisions are among the most dangerous types of auto accidents, frequently resulting in traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and fatalities. We investigate each one to determine liability and fight for maximum recovery.
• Left–turn accident cases: These crashes involve a driver who failed to yield or misjudged oncoming traffic speed. We gather evidence and build the case to prove negligence.
• Rear–end accident cases: Liability disputes can arise even in seemingly straightforward rear-end accidents. Our attorneys work to establish fault and secure fair compensation.

If your accident type is not listed here, that does not mean you are without options. Our attorneys handle the full range of motor vehicle accident cases across Central Florida. Call us for a free case review, and we will tell you exactly where you stand.

Car Accident Injuries Can Be Life-Altering

Orlando roads carry a heavy mix of commuters, tourists, and commercial trucks every day. When a crash happens in that kind of traffic, the injuries can be severe. Some heal with time, others require medical care that stretches on for years.

Common injuries in car accident cases include:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and other brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries and other spinal injuries
• Neck injuries and whiplash
• Internal organ damage and internal bleeding
• Broken bones and fractures
• Nerve damage

Serious injuries require extensive medical treatment, which drives up medical expenses and creates lost wages when victims cannot return to work. Our Orlando car accident attorneys consult with medical experts to document the full scope of your injuries and pursue the compensation you need to cover those costs.

What Compensation Can Orlando Car Accident Victims Recover?

A personal injury claim can help cover both the financial and personal impact of a crash. Depending on the facts of your case, recoverable damages may include the following:

• Medical expenses: Hospital stays, emergency treatment, surgery, physical therapy, medication, and future medical care
• Lost wages: Income lost while you recover, as well as reduced earning capacity from long-term injuries
• Property damage: Repair or replacement costs for vehicle damage and other personal property
• Pain and suffering: Physical discomfort and emotional distress resulting from the accident and your injuries

Medical bills are just one piece of what a car accident claim can recover. Our attorneys calculate the full scope of your losses, including future medical expenses and long-term impacts on your earning ability, before any settlement discussion begins.

Florida’s No-Fault Insurance and Car Accident Claims

Florida law requires all drivers to carry personal injury protection (PIP) coverage. Under Florida’s no–fault insurance laws, PIP pays for medical expenses and a portion of lost wages regardless of who caused the crash. No-fault insurance does not cover pain and suffering, and benefits are capped, which means serious injuries often exceed what PIP provides.

Florida law sets a bar before an injured driver can file a personal injury lawsuit outside the no-fault system. Under Florida Statutes § 627.737, your injuries must involve permanent injury, significant scarring or disfigurement, or significant loss of a bodily function to qualify. 

Our team explains how Florida’s no-fault insurance laws affect your specific case and whether you have grounds for a personal injury lawsuit beyond your PIP coverage.

Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage in Florida

A significant number of Florida drivers carry minimum insurance limits that fall well short of covering a serious injury claim. When an uninsured motorist or underinsured motorist causes a crash, your own uninsured motorist coverage may be the primary source of compensation available to you.

We review your insurance coverage and identify every available source of recovery before advising you on next steps. Insurance companies that resist valid uninsured motorist claims hear from us in court if they will not negotiate fairly.

Dealing With Insurance Companies After a Car Accident

An insurance adjuster’s job is to close claims for as little as possible. They scrutinize medical documentation, poke holes in accident reports, and drag out the process until a low offer starts to feel like relief. Most people do not realize how much ground they have already lost by the time they consider hiring an attorney.

Our attorneys have seen every tactic insurers use in car accident cases, and we know how to respond. When the evidence is solid and the insurer still will not move, we take the case to court.

How Our Orlando Car Accident Attorneys Build Your Case

By the time most accident victims think about hiring an attorney, the insurance company has already started building its case. Our car accident attorneys get involved early, before the evidence that matters most has a chance to disappear.

Our investigation process includes:

• Reviewing police reports and medical records to establish a clear timeline.
• Interviewing witnesses and collecting witness contact information.
• Obtaining surveillance footage from traffic cameras, security systems, and dashcams.
• Working with accident reconstruction experts to analyze how the crash occurred.
• Examining vehicle damage, road conditions, and data from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
• Preserving black box data from commercial vehicles showing speed and braking patterns.

The driver who caused the crash is not always the only party responsible. Our attorneys examine whether a trucking company, vehicle manufacturer, or another third party played a role before drawing any conclusions about liability.

Florida Statute of Limitations for Car Accident Lawsuits

The filing deadline for a car accident lawsuit in Florida is two years under Florida Statutes § 95.11(5)(a). Most people do not realize how quickly that time moves when treatment and insurance disputes are taking up their time.

That two-year period runs from the date of the accident, not from when treatment ends or when the full extent of the injuries becomes clear. An attorney brought in early has the time to build a case properly rather than racing to meet a deadline.

Wrongful Death Claims After a Car Accident in Orlando

Losing someone in a car accident leaves families dealing with grief and financial strain at the same time. The bills do not stop because someone is gone, and the loss of a provider can create stressful hardship on top of everything else.

Our Orlando wrongful death lawyers handle the legal process so families can focus on each other. We investigate the crash, identify who is responsible, and pursue full compensation on behalf of the people left behind.

A wrongful death claim in Florida has a two-year filing deadline under Florida Statutes § 95.11(5)(e). Families who miss it have no legal recourse, regardless of the strength of the case.

Why Work With The Schiller Kessler Group

The Schiller Kessler Group has recovered more than $250 million for injury victims across Florida. Those results come from taking every case seriously, whether it settles in weeks or goes to trial years later.

Our trial attorneys are ready to take a case as far as it needs to go. Most car accident cases settle, but insurers negotiate differently when they know the other side is prepared to walk into a courtroom.

Our car accident lawyers in Orlando work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing unless we win. Home, office, and hospital consultations are available. Contact The Schiller Kessler Group today for a free case evaluation.