There were 40,304 car crashes in Broward County, FL in 2023. Of those, there were 219 fatalities involving a motor vehicle accident. Many of which were right here in Miramar.
I work with accident victims every day—people just like you—who need help standing up to the insurance companies and getting what they’re owed.
After an accident, the insurance companies will try to move fast. They’ll call you, ask loaded questions, and offer lowball settlements—hoping you’ll take it before you know what your case is really worth.
If you don’t act quickly, evidence disappears, memories fade, and you start to lose leverage.
That’s where I can help.
My name is Chazz Pearce. I'm a personal injury lawyer in Miramar, Florida with the years of experience needed to handle car accident cases.
I how to deal with the insurance companies (and they don't like it).
I'll gather the evidence, build your case, and fast-track your personal injury claim while you focus on getting better.
My job is to make sure you don’t get taken advantage of and to fight to get you every dollar you deserve. And unlike big law firms, you work directly with me and get my personal attention.
Contact me for a free consultation if you or someone you know get hurt in a car accident.
Why Getting Medical Care Fast Could Mean a Bigger Settlement
Go get medical treatment immediately. Even if you feel fine, get checked. Some injuries, like concussions and other brain injuries, show up hours or days later. Doing so right away creates a medical record that ties injuries directly to the crash.
This makes it harder for the car insurance carriers to argue that your injuries aren't serious or were caused by something else.
Insurance adjusters will try to use gaps in treatment to reduce or deny payouts.
Going to the hospital may seem like a hassle, but going now can help save you from losing your claim later.
And I get it—going to the hospital isn't cheap—but that's exactly why you pay for car insurance.
Every car insurance policy in Florida includes something called Personal Injury Protection, or PIP.
It doesn't matter if you have health insurance or not.
PIP helps you pay your medical bills after a crash, no matter who caused it. Your policy should include at least $10,000 of coverage for things like ambulance rides, hospital visits, and other medical expenses because that's the minimum amount required by Florida law. But your individual policy may pay more if you chose a higher coverage plan.
So don't wait. Just go to the hospital and get medical care right away.
How No Fault Laws Work in Florida
Florida is what we call a "partial no-fault state." This means your PIP covers some medical bills, but that doesn't always cover everything.
You can step outside of Florida's no-fault system if your injuries are serious enough and file a Bodily Injury Claim. A Bodily Injury Claim is when you try to get the other driver's insurance company to pay for things PIP doesn't cover.
Things like medical bills that go over what your PIP limit, money you lost from missing work (lost wages), and the pain and stress the accident caused in your life (pain and suffering).
But insurance companies aren't in the business of being fair. They're in the business of making money.
That means they’ll often offer you less than what your case is really worth—hoping you’ll take it fast and go away.
They also know that if you wait too long, the statute of limitations to file a lawsuit could run out, and then you lose your right to sue entirely.
Florida’s Statute of Limitations: Florida law gives you two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit against the at-fault driver. There are a few rare exceptions, but most cases follow this rule.
This is why having a car accident lawyer on your side matters.
For example, I know how to fight them to get you what you're owed, not just what they feel like paying.
But you have to prove the other driver's at fault to make this work. And to do that, you have to prove two things about the other driver:
- You have to prove they were careless. That's what the legal system calls negligence—careless actions or intentional wrongdoing that led to the crash.
- You have to prove their actions directly caused the accident and your injuries.
I know how to gather the evidence to prove negligence and tie it to their actions.
Steps to Take After a Car Accident in Miramar, FL
What you do right after a crash can make or break your case. Here’s what to do:
1. Call 911 and Wait for the Police
Don’t leave. Stay put and wait for the police to show up. When they do, give your side of the story so they can create an accident report or police report. Then ask for a copy of the Driver's Exchange of Information. That’s your first piece of evidence.
2. Get Names and Numbers
If anyone saw what happened, get their contact information—name, phone number, whatever they’ll give you. Eyewitness statements can help prove what really happened.
3. Take Photos and Videos
Use your phone to record everything—cars, property damage, injuries, street signs, road conditions. Not sure if it matters? Take it anyway. You can delete later. You can’t recreate the scene and the more scene documentation we have, the better.
4. Get Medical Care Right Away
Go to the hospital or see a doctor—even if you feel okay. Injuries can take time to show up. Going now protects your health and your case. Save all bills and medical records.
5. Save Everything
Keep a folder for anything related to the crash. Doctor’s notes, receipts, time missed from work, even pain journals. The more you save, the stronger your case.
How to Get Started with a Car Accident Claim
Whether you're dealing with your own insurance company or the other driver's, you don't want to do it alone.
The legal process can get complicated fast.
The insurance companies have teams of people working to pay you as little as possible.
They know exactly what they're doing because they handle claims like yours every single day.
It's their job and they have a lot of practice doing it.
That's why you need someone on your side who knows how to fight them and does it every day too.
If you want to even the playing field and get a fair settlement, don't try to do this alone.
Call me first and get legal representation early.
It won't cost you a thing to talk to me and understand your options.
You can reach me by calling me, texting me, or sending me a message through this site. Pick whichever option you prefer most below:
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Types of Car Accident Cases I Can Help With
No two accidents are exactly the same. Some are caused by drunk driving. Others by inexperienced drivers or distracted ones. I can help with all kinds of car accident cases, including:
- Rear End Collisions
- Head-On Collisions
- T-Bone Collisions
- Hit and Run Accidents
- Drunk Driving Accidents
- Texting and Driving Accidents
- Distracted Driving Accidents
- Rollover Accidents
- Reckless Driving
- Lane-Change Accidents
- Aggressive Driving Accidents
- Speeding Car Accidents
- Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Claims
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Bicycle Accidents
- Uber and Lyft Accidents
Each case is different, but the goal is the same—getting you the money you deserve to help you move forward. In the worst cases, a crash leads to the death of a loved one. I can also help with wrongful death claims if that’s what you’re facing.
[fs-toc-omit]About Miramar
Miramar, Florida, is a city in southern Broward County, forming part of the Miami metropolitan area. Its population was 134,721 as of the 2020 census.
The city covers an area of approximately 31.08 square miles, with 28.85 square miles of land and 2.23 square miles of water. It shares borders with Pembroke Pines to the north, Hollywood to the northeast, West Park to the east, and Miami-Dade County to the south.
The city's motto is "Beauty and Progress" and operates under a commission-manager form of government, with Wayne M. Messam serving as mayor.
Spirit Airlines moved its headquarters to Miramar from Eastpointe, Michigan in November 1999. The city is home to several educational institutions, including the Chamberlain College of Nursing, Le Cordon Bleu, and Strayer University.
The city has experienced significant growth over the decades, evolving from a population of 5,485 in 1960 to its current numbers.
The city is well-connected through major highways, including Interstate 75; U.S. Highway 27 (SR 25); Florida's Turnpike; and State Roads 817, 823, and 858.
Given its location within a bustling metropolitan area and its substantial population, Miramar's residents and visitors frequently navigate both local roads and major interstates connecting the city to other regions.
This extensive vehicular activity increases the potential for auto accidents.
Talk to a Car Accident Lawyer for Free
Again, it won't cost you a thing to talk to me and understand your legal options first.
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