Hollywood Uninsured Motorist Accident Lawyer

Florida is a no-fault state, meaning you must carry personal injury protection (PIP) and you would file a claim with your insurance company first after any car accident. Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage are optional policies in Florida. If an uninsured driver hits your car, you may have two options for financial recovery. Under certain circumstances, you could file for an uninsured motorist claim if you carry that policy, or you could sue the at-fault party directly for compensation.

These options become available if your injuries meet a certain threshold and your recoverable damages exceed the limits of your PIP policy. Our Hollywood car accident lawyers can help you recover the compensation you deserve from your insurer. We will investigate the accident and your damages and fight for the best possible financial recovery. 

Learn more about your rights as the injured party. Contact our Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers consultation team to get your free case consultation.

Why Choose Our Hollywood Uninsured Motorist Accident Attorneys

Our Hollywood personal injury lawyers fighting for your family to get your money faster means we take all of the hard work and stress of building an effective personal injury claim off your plate. While you focus on getting better, we will:

• Address your legal questions and concerns
• Assess the financial value of your claim
• Canvass for photos and video footage
• Collect evidence, such as the police report and medical records
• Consult with accident reconstruction experts
• Communicate with the insurance adjuster
• Document where PIP’s limits were exceeded
• Negotiate a favorable monetary settlement
• Provide ongoing updates on your case
• Review your insurance policy in detail

Our founding partners, Jason Chalik and Debi Chalik, personally handle every accident victim’s case. We will even come to you at home or in the hospital, if needed. We highly value lawyer/client communication and are available when you need us via phone or text.

Our Winning Strategy Includes a Mutually Beneficial Attorney-Client Relationship

We pride ourselves on providing personal attention and honest communication to each client. Our previous clients say:

• “Through the whole case from start to finish, they took care of all my needs. Making appointments for me and scheduling doctors’ visits … Debi and the team at Chalik and Chalik got the job done … They are a wonderful law firm.” — Eric Brown
• “Mr. Chalik came out to my home to discuss my case … I have dealt with both Chalik brothers and found them to be responsive and sympathetic … I am very happy with the results and the respectful way I was treated.” — Kelly Burns

Our reviews page is packed with testimonials like these that provide insight into our commitment to an outstanding client service experience.

Our Client-Friendly Fee Structure Means We Only Get Paid if We Win Your Case

You do not have to take on the insurance company on your own after an automobile accident. At Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers, we will accept your case on a contingency fee basis.

We will not request a retainer or hourly fees. Instead, we are only compensated if and when you are. If you do not recover any damages, you will not owe us any attorney’s fees at all.

PIP Covers Your Immediate Uninsured Motorist Accident Expenses in Hollywood

According to Insurance Information Institute (III) data, Florida saw an increase in uninsured drivers in 2019, and that trend continued in 2020 across the country during the pandemic.

In the event of an accident with an uninsured driver or one who flees the scene of an accident, your PIP ( per Florida Statutes § 627.736) will cover the following:

• Up to 80% of your medical expenses up to the $10,000 PIP per person limit 
• Up to 60% of your lost wages up to the $10,000 PIP per person limit 
• Wrongful death compensation of $5,000 separate from the $10,000 limit

If your injuries from the uninsured driver reach the serious injury threshold, per Florida Statutes § 627.737, you would have grounds to file a uninsured motorist claim. 

Our uninsured motorist accident lawyers serving Hollywood, FL will walk you through the claims process of recovering this form of compensation.

Your Hollywood Car Accident Lawsuit Must Meet Florida’s Statute of Limitations

If you have to file a personal injury lawsuit for fair compensation after the accident, you have a limited amount of time to do so. According to Florida Statutes § 95.11, you generally have two years to file your personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit. If the statute of limitations expires, your lawsuit will be dismissed without being heard, and the insurance company will not negotiate a fair settlement.

Our uninsured motorist accident attorneys in Hollywood, FL will file your lawsuit on time. Learn more about the timeline of your case. Contact one of our Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers team members today.

Damages You Can Recover for an  Uninsured Motorist Accident in Hollywood

Serious injuries and lengthy recovery times can quickly exceed the coverage you get from your PIP insurance. Compensation our uninsured motorist accident attorneys serving Hollywood, FL will request for your accident claim can include:

• Known and anticipated medical bills
• Long and short-term rehab and therapy
• Known and anticipated income losses
• Loss of the ability to earn in the future
• Property damage, loss, or diminishment

These are economic damages that are easily documented with bills and receipts. The non-economic damages we request for you are intangible and can be harder to document on your own. They can include:

• Disfigurement and disability
• Physical pain and suffering
• Mental and emotional trauma
• Loss of enjoyment of life

We will pursue wrongful death damages for grieving families, including funeral and burial expenses. They also include the loss of the decedent’s financial and household contributions and the loss of consortium, companionship, guidance, and support.

Get a Free Review of Your Hollywood Uninsured Motorist Accident Case

An accident involving an uninsured driver can be a frustrating experience. If you or a loved one was injured in an accident and the responsible party was not insured, our Hollywood uninsured motorist accident lawyers can help you get compensation beyond PIP’s limitations for medical care and lost wages.

Find out how you can work directly with our partners, Jason and Debi Chalik, to get the compensation you need and deserve. Contact our consultation team at Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers today.