Road rage incidents can escalate quickly, causing devastating collisions, injuries, and emotional distress. While these accidents often occur due to heightened frustrations and impulsive decisions, the effects can leave victims and their families facing long-term consequences. If you were injured in a road rage accident, it is essential to understand Florida’s laws surrounding aggressive driving so you can recover the compensation you deserve for your injuries and other damages.
At Wooten, Kimbrough, Damaso & Dennis, our attorneys are committed to helping their clients understand and defend their rights and interests. We have over a century of combined experience helping road rage accident victims achieve favorable outcomes for their claims and are ready to apply our wealth of knowledge and skills to your unique case. When you retain one of our skilled attorneys, we will get to know you and every detail of your accident so we can fight for justice.
Florida’s Aggressive Driving Law
While Florida has no specific law outlawing road rage and its associated dangerous behaviors, Florida Statute 316.1923 defines aggressive, careless driving. A driver may be considered aggressive and careless under the law if they commit two or more of the following behaviors:
- Exceeding the posted speed limit
- Unsafely changing lanes
- Following too closely
- Failing to yield the right of way
- Improper passing
- Violating traffic signals, such as running a red light
These acts not only endanger everyone on the road but can also lead to severe penalties for the driver beyond a simple traffic violation. Additionally, proving that the driver who hit you was aggressive can strengthen your claim and help your attorney prove their liability. Your attorney will collect photos, police reports, and witness testimonies, among other pieces of evidence, to prove your case and establish the other driver’s aggressive behavior.
Possible Damages Available After a Florida Road Rage Accident
Road rage accidents can significantly impact victims’ physical, emotional, and financial lives. If you have been injured in a road rage accident, you should not have to pay the costs associated with your healing and recovery. At Wooten, Kimbrough, Damaso & Dennis, our attorneys have extensive experience helping accident victims recover compensation for the following damages:
- Current and future medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Lost earning capacity
- Loss of enjoyment in life
- Significant disfigurement or disability
- Emotional trauma
- Pain and suffering
Soon after your accident, you may be contacted by the insurance company and offered a low initial settlement for your losses. While many individuals assume the insurance adjuster has their best interests at heart, this is not always the case. In fact, they may attempt to offer you the lowest amount possible for your injuries. When you partner with one of our experienced attorneys, they can negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf to protect your rights and the total value of your claim.
Speak With a Talented Road Rage Accident Attorney at Wooten, Kimbrough, Damaso & Dennis
After suffering injuries in a road rage accident, contacting a seasoned attorney without delay is essential. At Wooten, Kimbrough, Damaso & Dennis, our attorneys are passionate about doing everything in their power to help you fight for the compensation you need to move forward after the accident. We have over 100 years of combined experience helping road rage accident victims like you achieve the best possible outcomes for their claims. Our attorneys understand the unique challenges you face and will personalize our approach to ensure your concerns are addressed.
To learn more about how our talented team can help you and schedule a free consultation, call us today at (407) 843-7060 or complete our contact form.