Fort Walton Beach Car Accident Attorney
Find a Trusted Car Accident Lawyer Near Destin with 25+ Years of Experience
Suffering an injury in a car accident could lead to a long recovery process and a massive headache. While you heal—perhaps missing time from work in the process—you may experience issues getting financial compensation from your insurer or the at-fault driver. It is important to obtain legal representation from an experienced Fort Walton car accident attorney to ensure you obtain the settlement and award that covers the full extent of your damages.
At Dowd Law Firm, our Fort Walton Beach car accident lawyer can help our clients maximize their entitled compensation after suffering a serious injury caused by negligence. For over a century, our Fort Walton personal injury attorney and firm have achieved a reputation for obtaining favorable results for our clients.
Understanding Florida Car Accident Laws for Your Case
Personal Injury Protection Auto Insurance Explained
Florida is one of ten states that is considered a “no-fault” car insurance state. This means individual accident victims are personally responsible for filing a claim under their own personal injury protection (PIP) coverage to recover compensation for medical expenses and other economic damages—no matter who caused the collision.
However, if you suffered severe or permanent injuries, you can file a claim or lawsuit against the other driver.
Common Causes of Car Accidents in Florida
- Distractions such as cell phones
- Alcohol or illicit drugs
- Speeding
- Reckless driving
- Fatigue
- Inclement weather conditions
Our Testimonials
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"You have accomplished a major victory!!!!"John, I know it's taken about a year, but I can't tell you how happy and relieved I am!!!!! You have accomplished a major victory!!!! Thank you for taking care of me, once again. It seems like every time I hit a crises in my life, I have been able to call you and you take care of me. Michelle has been so helpful and understanding. She kept on top of Bayview and made sure they followed through.- Judy
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"I am so glad I chose this firm!"Made the decision to go with this firm due to their very nice staff. Estate Planning and Real Estate can be really complicated but they were so knowledgeable and explained things really well. The ladies who took my call were so sweet and helpful and I am so glad I chose this firm!- Tony G.
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"5 stars and highly recommend!"An amazing company, easy to work with and everyone is very knowledgeable! 5 stars and highly recommend!- Laura
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"Their professionalism and dedication are unsurpassed."I have worked for a local Real Estate Company for 12 years and have needed the assistance of an attorney periodically. I have recently started using the Dowd Firm. Their professionalism and dedication are unsurpassed. I without reservation recommend this firm. You won't find a better staff and attorney's to work with.- S.M.
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"Fantastic closing/title transfer"Fantastic closing with Dalisse! She took complete control and I didn’t have to worry about anything . Quick and smooth closing, just the experience I was hoping for!- Ali G
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"Glad to have this fabulous law firm in our corner."Jake, thank you for all of your help as usual. You are a gem. Glad to have this fabulous law firm in our corner.- Stevie
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"If you want an attorney with a strong work ethic and family values, you should contact the Dowd Law Firm."The Dowd Law firm is an excellent law firm. The attorneys and firm have a long a history of quality representation in the Panhandle (Fort Walton Beach) and the surrounding areas. The attorneys are professional, consistent, and conscientious. If you want an attorney with a strong work ethic and family values, you should contact the Dowd Law Firm.- D.W.
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"We are extremely grateful to you and your team."Dear Jake, Thank you so much for your outstanding skill at convincing people to follow the laws of their contractual agreements. We tried for years as you know to no avail. Whatever you said to the Parises enabled the sale of our lot to close on time. That is all AJ and I wanted for Christmas, to be rid of that mortgage. We are extremely grateful to you and your team. We will definitely recommend you to anyone we know looking for legal aid. We wish you the very best for your upcoming marriage and desires for a growing family. Having a loving and supportive partner through life's experiences is a treasure that is beyond measure and compare. If there is ever anything that we can do or suggest based on our experiences for you and yours please don't hesitate to reach out to us.- M.B.
