Rear-end accidents happen every day on Florida roads. If someone hits you from behind, it can seem like a minor thing at first. But what feels like a small bump can turn into a big problem—especially when injuries show up hours or days later, or when the insurance company doesn’t want to pay. As Florida rear end accident lawyers, we see this all the time. People try to handle things on their own, then get stuck when the other driver denies fault or the insurance company lowballs the claim. That’s why knowing what to do right away matters. Who Is at Fault in a Rear End Accident? In most Florida rear-end accidents, the driver who hits the car in front is legally presumed to be at fault. That’s because drivers are expected to leave enough space to stop safely, even if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly. But that’s not always the end of the story. Florida courts recognize that there are exceptions. For example: If the front car stopped suddenly without a valid reason (not for traffic or safety), If the front car had non-working brake lights, or If the front car cut off the rear driver dangerously just before …
