Frequently asked questions

Ensure your safety and call 911. Document the scene with photos, exchange information with other drivers, and get witness contact details. Seek medical attention even if you feel fine — some injuries appear later. Do not admit fault or sign anything from insurance companies without consulting an attorney.

La responsabilidad depende de si el conductor de transporte compartido estaba conectado a la aplicación, esperando una solicitud de viaje o transportando activamente a un pasajero. Cada etapa activa diferentes niveles de cobertura de seguro. Uber y Lyft tienen hasta $1 millón en cobertura de responsabilidad cuando un viaje está en curso.

Under Florida’s 2023 tort reform, you generally have 2 years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, you should report the accident to your PIP insurer within 14 days to preserve your no-fault benefits.

Sí, si el propietario no proporcionó medidas de seguridad razonables y el ataque era previsible según la actividad criminal previa en el área. Puede buscar compensación incluso si el atacante real nunca es identificado o procesado.

Courts look at the property’s crime history, crime rates in the surrounding area, prior complaints from tenants or visitors, and whether the property type is associated with higher crime risk.

Las ubicaciones comunes incluyen complejos de apartamentos, hoteles y moteles, centros comerciales, estacionamientos, clubes nocturnos y bares, gasolineras y campus universitarios.

Slip and fall is one type of premises liability claim. Premises liability is the broader legal category that covers all injuries caused by dangerous property conditions — including structural defects, swimming pool accidents, elevator malfunctions, toxic exposure, and building code violations.

Sí. Los arrendadores de Florida tienen el deber legal de mantener las propiedades de alquiler en condiciones razonablemente seguras. Si usted resultó lesionado debido a escaleras rotas, cableado defectuoso, moho, pintura con plomo u otros peligros que el arrendador conocía, es posible que tenga un reclamo de responsabilidad de locales.

Florida’s residential swimming pool safety act requires barriers such as fences, self-closing gates, and door alarms around pools. Property owners, landlords, and homeowners association boards can be held liable for drownings or near-drownings caused by inadequate pool barriers.

Necesita demostrar que el propietario sabía o debería haber sabido sobre el peligro y no lo corrigió ni advirtió a los visitantes. La evidencia incluye grabaciones de vigilancia, registros de mantenimiento, registros de quejas previas, testimonios de empleados y fotos de la condición.

Florida follows a comparative negligence system. Even if you share some responsibility, you can still recover damages — though your award may be reduced by your percentage of fault.

Puede tener derecho a gastos médicos (actuales y futuros), salarios perdidos y capacidad de generar ingresos, dolor y sufrimiento, y en algunos casos, daños punitivos.

The claim must be filed by the personal representative of the deceased person’s estate. However, the claim is brought on behalf of surviving family members — typically the spouse, children, and parents.

Las reclamaciones por muerte injusta comúnmente surgen de accidentes automovilísticos, negligencia médica, accidentes laborales, productos defectuosos, negligencia en hogares de ancianos y actos criminales.

Damages may include the deceased’s lost earnings and benefits, loss of companionship, guidance, and protection, mental pain and suffering of surviving family members, and medical and funeral expenses.

Alimony is financial support one spouse may be required to pay the other after separation or divorce. It’s designed to address income differences, help the receiving spouse maintain stability, and provide time to become self-supporting if needed.

Florida courts base custody (time-sharing) decisions on the child’s best interests. Judges evaluate each parent’s ability to provide stability, emotional support, and cooperation. They also consider factors like school continuity, home environment, and any history of abuse or neglect before finalizing a Parenting Plan.

Yes. If circumstances change — such as job loss, pay raise, or changes in custody — support can be reviewed and adjusted.

Los plazos dependen de su situación. Un divorcio no impugnado, donde ambas partes están de acuerdo en todos los términos, puede finalizarse en unos pocos meses.

A contested divorce — involving disputes over custody, assets, or support — can take longer due to negotiations, mediation, or court hearings. We prepare thoroughly for every scenario.

It’s a court order designed to protect a person from threats, stalking, or violence. It can restrict contact, remove someone from a home, and impact custody rights.

Yes. We represent clients throughout Kendall and the surrounding Miami-Dade County communities, in both family law and personal injury matters.

Yes — hablamos español. Your consultation, and your entire case, can be handled in Spanish or English.

Kendall cases are filed in the 11th Judicial Circuit of Florida, primarily at the Miami-Dade County Courthouse. We appear in these courts regularly and know how the local divisions operate.