CORAL SPRINGS, FL, October 06, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ — A three-vehicle crash on Riverside Drive in Coral Springs in September left an 81-year-old driver in critical condition and hospitalized an 18-year-old driver. Coral Springs Police had not determined a cause, and a traffic homicide investigator is reconstructing vehicle speeds and impact angles.
The Andres Lopez Law Firm advises anyone hurt in a similar collision to understand Florida’s fault rules before speaking with an insurer. Their car accident lawyer in Coral Springs, FL can explain how those rules affect a claim and help victims pursue fair compensation.
How Florida Fault Rules Apply to a Multi-Vehicle Crash
When several drivers are involved, each driver’s share of fault can differ, and that share controls what an injured person can recover:
1. Under Fla. Stat. § 768.81(6), a plaintiff found greater than 50 percent at fault generally cannot recover damages in a negligence case.
2. A plaintiff found 50 percent or less at fault can recover damages reduced by that percentage.
3. Under Fla. Stat. § 95.11, most negligence claims arising after March 24, 2023 must be filed within two years, down from four.
4. Personal injury protection (PIP) coverage pays initial medical bills up to $10,000 regardless of fault, but treatment generally must begin within 14 days of the crash.
5. Police reconstructions, vehicle data, and camera footage often shape the fault determination, and some of that evidence can be lost quickly.
Why Early Action Matters
Insurers may request recorded statements within days of a crash, before the facts are settled. Statements about speed, distraction, or injuries can later be used to assign a larger share of fault to an injured driver. Learning what dealing with insurance companies after a car crash involves can help drivers avoid those missteps.
“A crash like this can look simple from the outside, but fault is rarely one driver’s alone,” said Andres Lopez, founder of The Andres Lopez Law Firm. “We gather the evidence early so our clients are not held responsible for more than their share.”
About The Andres Lopez Law Firm:
The Andres Lopez Law Firm represents injury victims and immigrant families across Broward County, including Coral Springs, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale, and Pompano Beach. Andres Lopez founded the firm in 2011 and is a member of the Florida Bar and the Broward County Bar Association. He is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida and has been recognized by Super Lawyers. Personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, so no fee is owed unless the firm wins. The Coral Springs office is at 7351 Wiles Road, Suite 101, and free consultations are available.
—
For the original version of this press release, please visit 24-7PressRelease.com here
Legal Disclaimer: The content on this page is syndicated from independent third-party providers. Kyrion Media makes no warranties or representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information, including text, images, videos, or licenses. If you are affiliated with this content or have any complaints, copyright concerns, or requests for removal, please contact us at [email protected] with the specific URL of the content in question. We will review and address valid requests promptly.
