When an unexpected accident happens on Florida’s roads, causing serious injuries to you or a loved one, getting better can feel overwhelming. The emotional, physical, and financial impacts of a car accident happen not just to you as the injured person but to your family as well. At the Law Office of Todd C. Passman, we understand the complexities of navigating the compensation process for long-term care needed as the result of an accident. This article will outline some of the issues you will likely face if, as the result of a Florida vehicle accident, you or a loved one needs long-term care.

The Life-Altering Impact of Serious Injuries

Car accidents can inflict a range of devastating injuries from traumatic brain injuries to spinal cord damage, and severe orthopedic conditions. The road to recovery often requires extensive medical treatments, physical rehabilitation, and the need for long-term care. These steps are critical not just for recovery but for maintaining your quality of life, post-accident. If you suffered a head injury in the accident, you may also face cognitive challenges as well as psychological and emotional struggles, that may severely impact your ability to live and work as you did before the accident. This creates a significant emotional and financial burden that highlights the need for substantial compensation to cover long-term care expenses as you focus on your recovery.

Florida’s No-Fault Law & Compensation for Long-Term Care

While Florida is a no-fault state and requires everyone to carry personal injury protection (PIP) insurance, if the injuries suffered are considered “serious” as defined by Florida law, recovery is permitted beyond the terms of no-fault insurance.

Additional recovery through a personal injury lawsuit for a serious injury can include long-term care, which is continuous medical care, rehabilitation services, home health assistance, and necessary assistive technologies. Determining compensation for long-term care involves several critical factors, including the severity of injuries, estimated future medical costs, potential loss of earnings, and the overall impact on your life going forward. Expert evaluations from medical, vocational, and economic professionals are essential in accurately determining the long-term needs and financial impacts you may face.

The Right Legal Help at Your Side

Recovering successfully from a car accident that causes serious injuries demands more than immediate medical attention; it requires a long-term strategy for care and support. Understanding and pursuing long-term care compensation is not merely your legal right; it’s about securing a future where healing and stability are within reach for you. At the Law Office of Todd C. Passman, we pride ourselves in our ability to negotiate with insurance carriers, advocate for your rights, and secure the compensation necessary for your long-term care.

If you, a family member or a friend have suffered a personal injury as a result of a Florida vehicle accident, please contact accident attorney Todd C. Passman today at (772) 465-9806. Our office is conveniently located on S. Indian River Drive in Fort Pierce, Florida.