Did you suffer an injury in North Miami Beach because of another person's negligence? If so, you have the right to pursue compensation for your injuries and the losses you suffered. However, bringing an accident injury insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit is complicated. Trust the North Miami Beach personal injury lawyers at Dolman Law Group to guide you through the complex process and toward peace of mind.
From car crashes on Biscayne Blvd to slip and fall accidents at the Walmart Supercenter on NE 163rd Street, injured accident victims in North Miami Beach need someone on their side who can fight for their rights. Unfortunately, insurance companies rarely play fair. Their main goal is to reduce settlements in any way possible. Without a North Miami Beach personal injury attorney in your corner, you may not get the money you need to pay for medical expenses, lost wages, and rehabilitation, along with other compensation for your serious injuries.
Our North Miami Beach Personal Injury Lawyers Serve Residents in the Southeastern Florida Region
At Dolman Law Group, we have the necessary financial resources to maximize your compensation as a result of a settlement or jury verdict. Our personal injury lawyers have the financial and expert resources along with the experience needed to handle even the most complex accident cases in North Miami Beach. We are a local law firm with a strong presence throughout the state of Florida. Our local office is located conveniently at 1820 NE 163rd Street, just a few blocks from Allen Park.
We offer FREE initial consultations and case reviews, so you can seek justice and the money you need to recover. For a free case evaluation, call (305) 676-8154.
How Do I Find the Best North Miami Beach Personal Injury Lawyer For My Case?
In order to find the best North Miami Beach injury lawyer, consider the following:
#1 Does the personal injury attorney or law firm have a reputation for aggressively litigating personal injury lawsuits?
It is essential that your personal injury lawyer or law firm has an active litigation department that will hold the insurance company accountable when they make an unreasonable settlement offer. Insurance giants like Allstate, Progressive, State Farm, Geico, and many others are well aware of which law firms have the ability and desire to go to war for their clients.
#2 Does the injury lawyer or law firm have the financial resources to properly handle your case?
Insurance carriers hate one thing: spending money. The insurance industry is in the risk management profession. They worry most about what risk they face if they make a low settlement offer. Many North Miami Beach personal injury firms are high-volume shops that simply settle for whatever offer they can get.
We truly believe that our firm's clients obtain higher than average settlement offers due to our willingness and ability to litigate cases all the way to trial if necessary. Our law firm has the necessary financial resources to retain the best experts and thoroughly prepare for trial to properly demonstrate the value of your claim from a North Miami Beach accident.
#3 Can the North Miami Beach personal injury lawyer immediately assist you?
When you suffer an injury in a North Miami Beach accident, you need a law firm that can immediately help you obtain medical treatment now, as well as resolving your medical bills at the conclusion of your case. Our goal is for your medical treatment to be completely covered by a settlement or verdict in the case. Your car accident or negligence-related accident injuries will be evaluated by competent physicians we trust to provide the best medical treatment for victims of negligence.
#4 Do not select a personal injury attorney or law firm in North Miami Beach solely from an advertisement.
Many (not all) of the biggest advertisers are little more than personal injury settlement mills. In other words, a large portion of the biggest advertisers litigate only a small number of their cases, if at all. As a result, they often leave money on the table at the time of settlement. Even worse is the lawyer referral service where someone in a call center, usually a non-lawyer; is selecting your attorney.
Large volume law firms generally have difficulty in providing personal attention based on the sheer number of cases they handle. At Dolman Law Group, every client is provided the cellphone number of the managing partner of our firm and the lawyer handling their case. The most common complaint we hear from clients after we have taken over their case from another injury lawyer is they never spoke with or met their lawyer. Remember, bigger is NOT better, and it is a good idea to thoroughly research the attorney or firm you are considering.
#5 Dolman Law Group has built much of its business from former satisfied clients' word-of-mouth referrals.
We have accomplished this by providing superior legal services with personalized attention. Before you retain a personal injury lawyer in North Miami Beach, ask what their former clients have to say about them. We are very proud of the legitimate reviews our law firm receives from very satisfied former clients and even current clients (check out our 145+ five star reviews on Google).
#6 Our goal is to maximize the damages in your case within the insurance coverage available.
Shoestring budgets equate to poor results. We have the financial resources to take on the largest insurance carriers and Fortune 1000 corporations. Our firm has successfully resolved cases against Walt Disney World, Publix, Wawa, Walmart, Hyatt, and many others. Further, we have battled every large insurance carrier on numerous occasions.
#7 We only represent accident victims and have never represented an insurance carrier.
If you were injured in North Miami Beach as a result of someone else's negligence, you need to find a law firm that only handles injured plaintiff cases. Our firm handles a wide variety of injury cases, but they all center around one practice area; personal injury law.
#8 If you are searching for a North Miami Beach injury attorney, we are conveniently located in Dade County and available 24/7.
Dolman Law Group maintains offices in North Miami Beach, Doral, and Aventura.
When Do You Need a North Miami Beach Injury Attorney?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 28 million people in the United States visit emergency departments each year when they sustain accidental injuries. Accidents and injuries can happen in an instant—when you least expect it—yet the fallout from a serious injury can last for a long time—sometimes, even a lifetime.
You should know that victims of accidental injuries often have the legal right to compensation for their losses, also known as legal damages. The North Miami Beach personal injury lawyers of Dolman Law Group are here to help.
After an accident, it's often difficult to know where to turn or what action to take. Many people do not even realize they may be entitled to compensation for their medical costs and other extensive losses that may accompany a serious injury. The good news is that you have nothing to lose by discussing what happened with a personal injury attorney who can advise you of your legal options.
If you've been injured, do not hesitate to contact Dolman Law Group today for a free case evaluation with our team of personal injury attorneys. We will discuss your case openly and honestly in a way that will leave you feeling informed and ready to pursue those responsible for your injuries.
How We Assist Motor Vehicle Accident Victims in North Miami Beach
Traffic-related accidents are one of the leading causes of unintentional injuries and deaths in the U.S.. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that in a single year, motor vehicle accidents resulted in almost 2.45 million injuries and more than 35,000 deaths. It should be no surprise that many personal injury cases stem from traffic and transportation accidents.
While the most common type of traffic accident is a car crash, there are many other accidents that arise from transportation in and around North Miami Beach. Anyone who is near a road or highway can potentially become involved in one of the following:
Car Accident: The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) indicates that nearly 16 million people were licensed to drive in our state. This figure does not include the many out-of-state drivers who regular visit our beautiful state. The significant number of cars on North Miami Beach roads each day makes it inevitable that crashes will occur, often resulting in serious injuries. Auto accident claims and lawsuits make up almost 50% of our practice
Commercial Truck Accident: Large tractor-trailers are essential to the U.S. economy because they transport vital goods across the country each and every day. However, these trucks pose serious risks. There were an estimated 480,000 accidents involving commercial vehicles in one recent year alone. These huge and heavy vehicles can cause particularly devastating injuries when they crash into smaller passenger cars.
Many lawyers mistakenly treat semi-truck accident cases no different than a motor vehicle collision. However, truck accident cases are usually more complicated and costly. Your attorney must be acutely aware of the rules governing truckers, including hours of service (the amount of hours per week they are allowed to operate an 18-wheeler and consecutive hours allowed without rest) and other potentially responsible parties.
Motorcycle Accident: It's understandable that Florida has the second-highest number of registered motorcycles in the United States, since the scenery and climate make it an ideal location to ride in the open air. Riding motorcycles is fun and adventurous, but it is also dangerous and carries the risk of being seriously injured in a crash. Matthew Dolman is a highly regarded Florida motorcycle accident lawyer and represents bikers who have sustained serious injuries.
Bicycle Accident: More and more people are riding bicycles for fun, exercise, or an economical and environmentally-friendly mode of transportation. Yet some drivers don't understand the rules on sharing the road with bicyclists, and other drivers are not willing to follow those rules. Bicyclists in Florida seem to be at an especially high risk of collisions and for many years, the state had the highest rate of bicyclist fatalities of any state, according to a CDC report.
Pedestrian Accident: Almost everyone is a pedestrian at some point during the day, even if you are just walking from a parking lot into a store or office. Whenever you are on foot and near traffic, there is the possibility that a car or truck will crash into you. Pedestrians have no protection from such collisions and often sustain life-changing injuries.
Bus Accident: Public transportation is a necessary component of any busy city. Buses help to reduce traffic and keep our economy running. Many residents rely on public transit to attend school, get to work, and generally live their lives. Busses are quite safe, but their sheer size makes the potential for accidents that much more catastrophic, and personal injury claims can be complex and time consuming.
Common Causes of North Miami Beach Car Accidents
Your rights and options following a traffic accident in Miami or North Miami Beach will depend on your specific circumstances, including who caused your accident and the severity of your injuries. The following are some common causes of traffic accidents in the North Miami Beach area:
- Distracted driving
- Drunk driving
- Aggressive driving
- Violating traffic laws
- Defective roads
- Defective auto partys
No matter what caused your crash, you can trust that the personal injury lawyers at Dolman Law Group Accident Injury Lawyers, PA, will be able to evaluate your case and provide information based on your particular situation.
For a free legal consultation with a personal injury lawyer serving North Miami Beach, call 866-481-5347
What Kind of North Miami Beach Personal Injury Claims does Dolman Law Group Handle?
Of course, traffic accidents are not the only type of incident that can cause catastrophic injuries and lead to personal injury claims. Each case will involve unique legal questions and strategies based on the type of accident that occurred and the relevant laws in Florida.
Our North Miami Beach personal injury law firm has the ability to handle complex injury cases, including the following:
- Slips and Falls: Slip and fall accident cases in Miami and throughout North Miami Beach arise when you are injured because a property owner negligently allowed a dangerous condition to exist on his property that caused your fall. These accidents can cause serious injuries, and it is important to seek help from an attorney who understands premises liability law principles.
- Motorcycle Accident: We handle a significant number of motorcycle accident lawsuits and general claims. Our attorneys are empathetic to the uphill battle bikers face after an accident. Insurance adjusters and defense lawyers often prejudge bikers, and motorcycle accident injury victims face prejudice in the handling of their claims. Our injury firm is composed of genuine litigators and trial lawyers who have investigated thousands of accidents involving a motorcycle. Of course, past results are not indicative of future performance. However, check out our results page to see how some of our past motorcycle crash cases have turned out.
- Semi-Truck Accidents: Truck accidents are not the same as a typical motor vehicle wreck. For starters, a typical accident involving a big rig is extremely expensive to investigate. We typically retain an expert to download the black box data on the truck and also investigate who loaded the trailer. Thus, it is imperative the law firm has significant financial resources to properly handle truck accident cases. Also, a competent North Miami Beach truck accident lawyer must be intimately familiar with the rules related to FMCSA and the hours of service (HOS) as related to federal trucking laws. We have seen numerous lawyers ruin or harm a strong truck accident injury lawsuit by treating it the same as a car accident.
- Defective Product Accidents: Many types of products can be defective or dangerous and cause injuries to consumers. Products liability claims can involve household products, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, vehicles, recreational equipment, electronics, and more.
- Medical Malpractice: Doctors should always treat you in accordance with the standard of care expected of medical professionals. Patients can suffer costly and unnecessary injuries when a doctor's care falls below that standard. Such injuries can stem from misdiagnosis, medication errors, surgical errors, birth injuries, and more.
- Brain Injuries: One of the worst kinds of injuries a person can sustain is a traumatic brain injury. These injuries commonly affect a person's cognitive abilities and can often be permanent. Common traumatic brain injuries people suffer are concussions, coup-contrecoup injuries, brain contusions, and diffuse axonal brain injuries that can be suffered in many situations, ranging from construction to sports accidents.
- Nursing Home Abuse: Elderly residents of Florida nursing homes are at immense risk of suffering severe injuries as a result of nursing home abuse. This abuse can come in a number of forms, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, financial abuse, and emotional abuse. The staff members of these homes may take advantage of frail elderly patients, and due to their age, the injuries are especially severe.
- Premises Liability: We represent individuals who have been injured on commercial property as a result of negligence. Dolman Law Group, has handled a wide variety of North Miami Beach premises liability claims ranging from an individual severely injured at a nightclub by an overzealous bouncer to a sexual assault at an apartment complex that failed to provide adequate security to its residents.
- Dog Bite: Every year, thousands of people—including children and vulnerable adults—are seriously bitten by dogs because of the actions or inactions of negligent owners. This includes improperly securing their pet, not keeping their dog on a leash, insufficient fencing, or failing to warn a guest that their dog is dangerous. Dog bites can lead to serious injuries like broken bones, infections, head injuries, facial injuries, and nerve damage.
- Boating Accidents: Florida leads the nation in boating accidents and boating related injuries. We handle a wide array of boating injury cases, such as; a watercraft collision, jet ski accident, propeller accidents and drownings. We have also represented several individuals who were injured as a result of a drunk boater.
Our firm has the skill and knowledge to handle many types of personal injury cases, so please call to discuss your accident and injuries for free today.
Our North Miami Beach Personal Injury Lawyers Help Accident Victims Like You
Accidental injuries can be as varied as the accidents that cause them. Each type of severe injury will result in unique symptoms, long-term effects, and losses for you and your family. Our firm regularly handles cases involving the following type of injuries, among others:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Neck and back injuries
- Broken bones and compound fractures
- Face injuries
- Dental damage
- Sprains, strains, and soft tissue injuries
- Lacerations and contusions
- Burns
- Internal organ damage
- Internal hemorrhaging
- Paralysis
- Nerve Damage
What Types of Damages Are Awarded for Personal Injury Claims in North Miami Beach?
You could recover compensation in various categories depending on the damages you suffered. These categories generally include the following.
Current and Future Medical Care
All of the above injuries require immediate medical attention and possibly a long course of treatment. The costs of medical care are overwhelming and constantly on the rise, so it is understandable that medical bills can create serious financial problems for entire households.
While some injuries heal after a short period of treatment, others require ongoing care indefinitely. When calculating losses, future medical expenses should always be carefully considered, as well as existing bills.
Loss of Income and Benefits
Many injuries can cause physical or cognitive impairments that can make it difficult or impossible to perform your job. Some accident victims need to rest as part of their recovery plan. In either situation, missing work often means losing the income that is needed to pay your bills and cover your basic needs. Seeking lost income is an important part of a personal injury claim.
Long-Term and Permanent Damages
The symptoms of many injuries may subside with time, and you may return to your regular life. Other injuries, however, have permanent effects, and victims may be left with impairments and disabilities.
These impairments may prevent you from returning to your previous job or even from ever being in the workforce again. Future lost earning potential is a complex calculation that should take into account your education, training, experience, economic predictions, and more.
Non-Economic Injuries
Not all personal injury losses are financial in nature, and some are intangible and not as easily measurable. Some intangible losses include:
- Physical pain and suffering
- Mental distress
- Loss of enjoyment of your life
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
[Read more about types of damages in a personal injury claim.]
How Can Our North Miami Beach Personal Injury Law Firm Help?
Many injury victims are not familiar with the legal process of seeking compensation for their losses. In fact, they may not even be certain they have the right to compensation. When you call our law firm, you can schedule a free consultation with a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer who will listen to what happened and advise you on the best way to proceed.
At Dolman Law Group, we ensure that you fully understand your rights and options, and we guide every client throughout every step of the process.
Understanding the Role of Insurance in Personal Injury Claims
Most cases do not begin with a personal injury lawsuit. Instead, they start by filing an insurance claim to obtain proper compensation without litigation. This is especially true for car accident claims in Florida.
Florida Statutes § 627.736 requires injured car accident victims to first go through their own personal injury protection (PIP) insurance policy before they can pursue further legal action.
While the insurance claims process may seem simple, it can be shocking how often claims are partially or completely denied. Insurance companies regularly make settlement offers that are far lower than policyholders deserve. Unfortunately, many accident victims accept such offers and give up their rights to the compensation they are entitled to receive.
The dedicated injury attorneys of Dolman Law Group help clients with the insurance process—from preparing and filing the initial claim to reviewing and negotiating settlement offers. We will always advise you when there are better options in your case than to accept an insurance payout.
Taking a Personal Injury Lawsuit to Trial
In some cases, you will not receive a settlement offer that is adequate to cover your losses. This may be due to difficult insurers or because your injury-related losses exceed any relevant insurance policies. In such situations, we can identify whether you should seek compensation by filing a personal injury lawsuit.
Litigation is a complicated process that involves many strict rules and requirements. Our experienced litigation team fully understands this process and how to successfully file and pursue a claim on your behalf. We handle the following for our clients:
- Drafting and filing court documents
- Discovery and evidence gathering
- Court hearings
- Settlement negotiations
- Jury trials
Settlement negotiations are one of the most important parts of the litigation process. A favorable settlement allows you to walk away with adequate compensation without going through the stress of a trial. We know how to build a strong case and use effective negotiation strategies to resolve your claim as efficiently as possible.
Why You Can Afford to Hire a North Miami Personal Injury Lawyer at Dolman Law Group
Unfortunately, it is all too common for an injured accident victim to choose not to speak with a law firm because of concerns regarding the cost. After all, if you've already lost income and are facing costly medical bills, you do not want to add any additional expenses. We have good news for you—anyone can afford to hire a personal injury attorney at Dolman Law Group to represent them.
Our firm represents clients based on contingency fee arrangements. This means the following:
- Initial consultations and all meetings are always free
- Our firm pays upfront for the cost of investigation and litigation
- You pay no fees unless we successfully obtain compensation for you
What Are Personal Injury Attorney Contingency Fees?
Many people tend to have the misconception that they will have to pay an exorbitant fee to get a good attorney and will also have to do so upfront. It is understandable why someone would think twice about hiring a personal injury attorney when they are dealing with all kinds of losses after an accident.
Fortunately, hiring a good accident lawyer in North Miami Beach does not require you to spend a great deal of money at the start just to secure their assistance. Personal injury attorneys work on what is called a contingency-fee basis. This means that we take our fee out of the settlement that we are able to secure on your behalf.
This means that it is in the attorney's best interest to get you the best settlement humanly possible. The more money that your attorney is able to obtain for you, the more they will get paid.
With nothing to pay out of pocket until your case is successfully resolved, you should never hesitate to consult with a member of our legal team regarding your personal injury situation.
Why You Should Not File a Personal Injury Claim on Your Own
A common situation we encounter is accident victims taking matters into their own hands and filing a claim on their own. They then make some kind of mistake that damages the value of their claim or resultes in it being denied entirely.
There is no rule stating that you can't file a claim without the assistance of a law firm, but working with an experienced personal injury attorney is highly recommended in this situation.
There are a lot of easy mistakes that can be made by those trying to handle their claim alone. In fact, insurance companies want nothing more than for you to do something like this because it makes their job much easier. They know that they can get away with a lot when dealing with someone who does not have the experience or training necessary to make sure their claim is handled fairly.
At Dolman Law Group, we understand that a claim or lawsuit is often the only way to recover the money needed to stabilize your life after a traumatic accident.
That is why our team of personal injury attorneys recommend that you contact us for a free consultation before trying to handle a claim on your own. Everyone's case is different, perhaps you may feel that legal assistance is not for you. However, it can benefit you to meet with an experienced attorney for a free consultation about your options.
Florida's Personal Injury Statute of Limitations
Bear in mind that while it's understandable to take time to heal and rest after your injury, it's important to note that the statute of limitations for personal injury litigation is four years (Florida Statutes § 95.11).
This may sound like a significant amount of time, but if our team decides to take on your personal injury claim, we need time to collect data, investigate, and interview potential witnesses. Depending on the severity and size of your case, this may be an extensive process.
About North Miami Beach
North Miami Beach is located in the far North-East most tip of Miami-Dade County with a population of around 50,000 people. Located midway between the Miami International Airport and the Fort Lauderdale International Airport, North Miami Beach is a popular destination for tourists. It is close to the Golden Glades Interchange, where I-95, Florida's Turnpikes, and the Palmetto Expressway meet, making it an ideal location for many residents.
Oddly enough, the area no longer has any Atlantic coast beaches within the city limits, but they remain just a short walk away.
This historic and diverse area is one of the gems of the Miami area. With popular attractions like its beautiful beaches, Oleta River State Park, Fulford-by-the-Sea Monument, Haulover Beach, and an authentic Medieval Spanish monastery.
North Miami Beach is a beautiful town located within one of the fastest-growing areas in the US, and we are proud to have our office here.
Contact the North Miami Beach Personal Injury Lawyers at Dolman Law Group Today
An accident can cause your life to come to a screeching halt. Not only are you facing a medical recovery plan, but your professional and personal lives also may be completely disrupted. The last thing you need to face is a complex legal matter.
However, a successful personal injury claim or lawsuit can improve your situation substantially by helping to recover your medical expenses, lost income, and other losses you incurred.
The legal process can be relatively stress-free with the assistance of the North Miami Beach personal injury lawyers at Dolman Law Group. We understand how an injury can affect your life, and we promise to provide the highest quality of representation so that you can focus on your physical and emotional healing.
When you are searching for the best North Miami Beach personal injury attorneys near you, keep in mind we maintain three conveniently located offices in North Miami Beach, Doral, and Aventura. With offices across both Florida coasts, you can easily reach Dolman Law Group Accident Injury Lawyers, PA, at (305) 676-8154, or you can write to us using our online contact page.
North Miami Beach Office
1820 NE 163rd St #306,
North Miami Beach, FL 33162
(305) 676-8154
What Our Clients Have to Say:
“I can't express enough praise to Brent and his team for the superb results they achieved on my mother's personal injury case. Brent was very hands on with our case and had a genuine interest in my mother's well being. He has an amazing ability to explain all of the moving parts in a personal injury case. We were well informed of every aspect of our case and never felt confused for one moment. I would without a doubt recommend his services! Thank you again Brent !”
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Jamie Saffran
September 2018
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