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Rear End Car Accidents

Accident Lawyer Helping Injured People in Rear End Collision Accidents

At Fetterman & Associates, PA, our experienced car accident lawyers aggressively handle rear end car accidents that result in serious injury. Although many rear end collisions are mere fender benders and are settled under Florida’s no-fault car insurance laws, there are other accidents that can cause serious injury to victims.

If you are the victim of a rear end car accident, you need to contact Fetterman & Associates, PA experienced car accident lawyers serving West Palm Beach, Boca Raton and Port St Lucie with a record of success.

When a Rear End Car Collision is Serious

There are many instances when a rear end collision results in serious damage to you, others in your car, and your vehicle. If someone hits you from behind, they are negligent, and liable to compensate you for all damages, including loss of property, physical, mental, and emotional injuries, loss of wages, and any significant physical trauma.

Negligent behavior that leads to an accident includes:

  • A driver being inattentive to the road
  • Someone engaging in aggressive driving
  • A person moving quickly and haphazardly from lane to lane
  • An individual speeding
  • A driver running a yellow light at high speed
  • Texting while Driving

If someone is involved in any of the above behaviors and causes a rear-end collision, and if the damages are severe enough, they are responsible and if they or their insurance company do not agree to settle the appropriate claims, they may be sued in civil court.

Recoverable Damages from a West Palm Beach Rear End Auto Accident

West Palm Beach Rear and Car Accident Lawyer

Fetterman & Associates, PA can help you recover from significant damages due to a rear end collision. Florida is a “No-Fault” state that generally only requires no-fault and property damage liability insurance.

No-fault is very complex, but basically provides payment of 80% of medical bills and/or 60% of wage loss up to a total of $10,000. Additionally, if proper treatment is not received within 14 days of an accident, no-fault medical benefits may be limited to $2,500. Claims can be made against the at fault party only if there is substantial serious injury, or if bills and wage loss exceed the $10,000 no-fault limit.

In order to sue for more than the allotted amount under Florida’s no-fault law, you must have been in an accident that caused significant injuries and that, in essence, has compromised your life, or your ability to enjoy life, in the manner to which you have become accustomed.

In order to file a civil lawsuit, victims must have been in a collision that has resulted in expensive and serious medical treatments, disfigurement, and permanent and disabling injuries.

Car Accident FAQs:

First Things First After an Accident

Those who are in rear end car accidents should first get medical treatment. Police should be called to the scene of the accident and a police report should be filed.

If Paramedics are called, allow them to examine you, and never sign a statement that you have not been hurt. Even if you seem to be okay, you may have suffered injury and pain may develop afterwards. This is extremely important, as often people feel as if they have been slightly injured, when, in fact, they have suffered serious damage.

For those who are in a rear end auto collision that is obviously serious and has caused injuries that can be life-changing, there would be no doubt about the need to seek medical treatment.

If your injuries are serious, you should contact a rear end collision lawyer as soon as possible. Doing so will preserve your rights and better enable you to be awarded just compensation for the injuries you suffered.

Call Fetterman & Associates, PA and we will meet with you as soon as you are able, and begin our investigation of your case immediately. Our law firm will communicate with you in a timely manner, collect evidence from all essential parties, and will work tirelessly to secure the compensation that you deserve for medical bills, lost wages, physical damages, and more.

If My Car Was Rear Ended Can I Still Be Found at Fault?

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The Cause of Life-Altering Damages

If you are hit from behind at a high speed while your vehicle is stopped, your body is caught off guard, which means you’re open to experiencing terrible injuries. If you are in a head-on collision, you often have a chance to brace yourself and react. However, rear end car accidents often catch victims off guard.

This type of surprise can be traumatic. Even with the very best safety devices, if someone is traveling at a high rate of speed, and they ram you from behind, the results can be devastating.

Broken bones, internal injuries, head trauma, severe whiplash, and more can be the result of someone’s negligent operation of their motor vehicle.If this happens to you, it is important that you understand your rights. The experienced car accident lawyers at Fetterman & Associates, PA will answer your questions and fight for you so that you can get the compensation you need and deserve.

Contact a Rear End Collision Lawyer Immediately

Rear end car accidents can have serious consequences that can change your life forever. Contact rear end collision lawyer at Fetterman & Associates, PA at 561-845-2510 as soon as possible to protect your rights.

Although the law restricts damages in vehicular accidents that render limited damages, there are times when it is warranted that plaintiffs may sue for serious, life-changing injuries. No-fault does not mean that you cannot sue for terrible damages that are the result of another driver’s negligence.

Fetterman & Associates, PA will be your advocate when you are the victim of a rear end car collision. We are ready to help you get the compensation that you deserve.

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Evan Fetterman

Founder and Senior Member of Fetterman & Associates, PA

“I have been a personal injury lawyer for more than forty years in South Florida. My law firm Fetterman & Associates, PA has been helping people deal with insurance companies and injury problems for all that time.”

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- Caitlyn H
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Thank you for the best “first accident case” I’ve ever had… I was referred to Fetterman and Associates by a coworker from a previous job I had. Once my car was totaled out, I contacted them. Not only were they friendly and understanding - they took over the whole process which helped me. I was stressed and panicking about it all and thankfully, I didn’t have to worry as the process began. I had no idea what I was doing or going to do. I am glad I chose them because everything was a breeze for me. They are kind, respectful, responsive and great to work with!
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The entire staff in the Fetterman office are available always to help. No matter what time of day I called or left a message I have always received a call back. I was made to feel like one of the family and treated with respect and dignity. The lawsuit was handled quickly, professionally, and with all bases covered. Whenever I had a question or needed help the staff was there to make sure that everything was done accurately. The positive attitude of the entire staff made me comfortable and assured me that all was done accurately.
Ciara B.
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Looking for a good team they are the way to go… I was referred from a family member to seek advice due to my accident. I was contacted back the same day I called over the weekend. I experienced great service from Fetterman and Associates and my lawyer did an awesome job with closing my case. I appreciate what they went beyond to help my case and was very professional. Thank you Mr Cavataro and Sylvia.
- Stacey P.
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Mr. Fetterman and his team were excellent! They listened and cared and fought for me and my family. My son and I were able to get the closure we needed! I would recommend Fetterman and Associates to anyone looking for a great law team!

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