{"id":3838,"date":"2021-09-27T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-27T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kogandv.wpengine.com\/?p=3838"},"modified":"2025-09-09T13:18:07","modified_gmt":"2025-09-09T17:18:07","slug":"can-an-at-fault-driver-sue-me","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/car-accident\/are-you-liable-car-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"Can an At-Fault Driver Sue Me?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/car-accident\/are-you-liable-car-accident\/#When_Can_Drivers_Sue_for_a_Car_Accident\" >When Can Drivers Sue for a Car Accident?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/car-accident\/are-you-liable-car-accident\/#Who_Is_Liable_for_a_Car_Accident\" >Who Is Liable for a Car Accident?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/car-accident\/are-you-liable-car-accident\/#What_If_the_Other_Driver_Sues_Me\" >What If the Other Driver Sues Me?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/car-accident\/are-you-liable-car-accident\/#Can_I_Recover_Compensation_If_I_Am_Partially_At_Fault\" >Can I Recover Compensation If I Am Partially At Fault?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/car-accident\/are-you-liable-car-accident\/#Contact_a_Car_Accident_Attorney_Today\" >Contact a Car Accident Attorney Today<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><strong>When someone else causes a car accident, most people assume that insurance will fairly compensate them for their injuries.<\/strong> Unfortunately, liability for an accident is not always so cut and dried.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The no-fault auto insurance law in Florida limits the circumstances under which someone can file a claim after an accident. <\/strong>However, if you are unfairly accused of causing a car accident in which you were seriously injured, it is crucial to know your legal rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kogan &amp; DiSalvo can help you protect your rights and pursue the compensation you deserve. Contact a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/boca-raton-injury\/car-accident-lawyer\/\">car accident attorney <\/a>for free today, or call <a href=\"tel:+5613759500\"><\/a><strong><a href=\"tel:5613759500\">(561) 375-9500<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"tel:5613759500\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgb(206,166,44) 0%,rgb(135,106,2) 91%)\" rel=\"\">No fee unless we win. Call us for a free no obligation consultation!<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Can_Drivers_Sue_for_a_Car_Accident\"><\/span>When Can Drivers Sue for a Car Accident?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"364\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-922323668-courtroom-gavel.png\" alt=\"Vignette view of a courtroom from the judge's bench with a gavel in the foreground\" class=\"wp-image-6365\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Most drivers only have one option for obtaining compensation after a car accident: Filing a <strong>personal injury protection (PIP) insurance claim<\/strong>. PIP insurance covers some of the losses motorists incur in accidents, mainly medical bills and lost wages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because PIP is a <strong>no-fault insurance system<\/strong>, benefits are available regardless of who caused the accident. This also means that the right to sue is limited to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/car-accident\/filing-accident-claim-serious-injury\/\">accidents where a serious injury occurs.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Florida, serious injuries are broadly defined as significant impairment, disability, or disfigurement (as well as <a href=\"\/florida-wrongful-death-lawyer\/\">wrongful death<\/a>). Those who suffer a <strong>serious injury or lose a loved one in a crash<\/strong> caused by someone else\u2019s negligence can file a lawsuit against the driver who is responsible for the accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Is_Liable_for_a_Car_Accident\"><\/span>Who Is Liable for a Car Accident?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"364\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-1074710408-texting-while-driving.jpg\" alt=\"Teenage driver looking at his phone while driving at night\" class=\"wp-image-6453\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Liability for a car accident is based on negligence<\/strong>. Some of the most common negligent actions resulting in car accidents include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Speeding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Running red lights and stop signs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/fort-lauderdale-injury\/car-accident-lawyer\/distracted-driving\/\">Distracted driving<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reckless driving<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/florida-car-accident-lawyer\/drunk-driving-accident\/\">Driving under the influence of alcohol<\/a> or drugs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are <strong>seriously injured in a car accident<\/strong> because another driver was careless, you can pursue compensation by filing a claim with the driver\u2019s insurance company. The insurer may offer to settle your claim, or you may need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/car-accident\/car-accident-lawsuit-compensation\/\">sue to recover full damages<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, liability for a car accident is not always straightforward. In the immediate aftermath of the crash you may be unable to tell exactly what happened or who is at fault.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The police report might make a preliminary determination of the cause of the accident, as well as the at-fault party or parties. Additional investigation (such as those conducted by car accident attorneys on behalf of their clients) may uncover more evidence of liability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the circumstances, <strong>multiple parties may be liable<\/strong> for a car accident. If the other driver also suffered serious injury in the crash, he or she does have the option to sue. However, just because someone brings a claim against you does not mean you are at fault.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"tel:5613759500\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgb(206,166,44) 0%,rgb(135,106,2) 91%)\" rel=\"\">Call Us Now for a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_If_the_Other_Driver_Sues_Me\"><\/span>What If the Other Driver Sues Me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"364\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-1346156748-expert-witness-testifying.jpg\" alt=\"Woman testifying on the witness stand in court\" class=\"wp-image-6440\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find out that the driver of the other vehicle is accusing you of causing the accident, it is important to notify your insurance company immediately, or you may need to <a href=\"\/contact-us\/\">hire an attorney<\/a>. The other driver may be hurt, angry, and looking for someone to blame. However, he or she may have also consulted a lawyer who has discovered evidence that could suggest liability on your part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Without legal representation, <strong>you might make the mistake of admitting fault<\/strong> to an insurance adjuster. This can sink your own claim for damages, leaving you with no compensation to cover losses related to the accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is in your best interest to allow an <strong>experienced lawyer<\/strong> to handle both your claim and any counterclaims brought against you. Your attorney can examine the facts to see if the at-fault driver has a case and protect your rights in communications with insurers and other parties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Recover_Compensation_If_I_Am_Partially_At_Fault\"><\/span>Can I Recover Compensation If I Am Partially At Fault?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"309\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-1156650366-woman-car-accident.png\" alt=\"Vignette of woman rubbing her neck after a car accident\" class=\"wp-image-6373\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Some lawsuits launched by at-fault drivers are simply a tactic to avoid escaping responsibility. In other cases, however, the defendant\u2019s claim may have merit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are indeed partially at fault for the accident, you are not barred from recovering compensation for your injuries and losses unless you are found to be <strong>more than 50% at fault<\/strong> for the accident. If you are found to be less than 50% at fault &#8211; but still some degree at fault &#8211; your damages will be reduced proportionately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Florida has instituted a <strong>modified comparative negligence<\/strong> standard in personal injury claims. If the actions of the injured party contributed to the accident, the at-fault party can sue for partial recovery of damages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Say, for example, that the at-fault driver rear-ends you after you turn right at a stop sign. In most instances the driver in the rear is at fault for the crash, meaning you can sue if you suffer a serious injury. However, if the evidence shows that you failed to come to a complete stop, you may be deemed partly at fault for the accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this situation, the other driver may be found to be 90 percent at fault for the accident while you are 10 percent liable. Under the modified comparative negligence rule, your recovery would be 90 percent of your total damages. If the reverse was true &#8211; you are found 90% at fault &#8211; you would not be able to recover any compensation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contact_a_Car_Accident_Attorney_Today\"><\/span>Contact a Car Accident Attorney Today<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"364\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iStock-1275803574-little-girl.jpg\" alt=\"Little girl with parents talking with a layer in the background\" class=\"wp-image-6590\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting hurt or losing a loved one in a car accident is a traumatic experience. The stress of the situation is magnified by claims that you were at fault.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Kogan &amp; DiSalvo, we know that <strong>every car accident is not just a case, but someone\u2019s life<\/strong>. We are committed to recovering maximum compensation on behalf of our clients. This means thoroughly investigating the crash, identifying all of your options for recovery, negotiating with the insurance companies, and \u2013 if necessary \u2013 going to trial on your behalf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please call Kogan &amp; DiSalvo at <strong><a href=\"tel:+5613759500\">(561) 375-9500<\/a><\/strong> today for a <strong>free case evaluation<\/strong>. Our car accident attorneys serve clients in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/boca-raton-injury\/\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/boca-raton-injury\/\">Boca Raton<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/boynton-beach-injury\/car-accident-lawyer\/\">Boynton Beach<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/delray-beach-injury\/car-accident-lawyer\/\">Delray Beach<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kogan-disalvo.com\/fort-lauderdale-injury\/car-accident-lawyer\/\">Ft. 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