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Rear-end collisions are common occurrences throughout Florida. According to the National Transportation Safety Board, more than half of the accidents involving two vehicles were rear-end collisions. Rear-end collisions typically occur when traffic slows down or stops, and a driver fails to do the same, crashing into the rear of another vehicle. What begins as a two-car accident, can quickly turn into a multiple-car chain reaction of collisions. These can cause extensive property damage to the vehicles and serious injuries to their occupants. An experienced rear-end collision car accident lawyer from the Tampa law firm of KFB Law helps victims obtain the compensation they need and deserve from the driver that was at fault.

Why Choose KFB Law, For Your Car Accident Case?

Thousands Helped Across Florida

Over the years, we’ve supported countless individuals and families after accidents—guiding them through some of their most difficult moments.

Every Case, Every Injury

From minor injuries to life-altering trauma, our team handles each case with care, urgency, and dedication to meaningful results.

We Tackle the Tough Cases

Denied claims, insurance delays, complex liability—our legal team has experience fighting and winning in the toughest situations.
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Deep Knowledge of Florida Law

We are familiar with car accident laws and regulations. We will use that knowledge to build the most robust case possible. Hiring an attorney can provide peace of mind, knowing that an experienced professional is handling your case and working on getting you the compensation you deserve.
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How Careless Driving Leads to Rear-End Accidents

Rear-end collisions can result from any of several types of behavior on the part of a driver constituting a breach of the duty of care owed to others. They’re also a very common type of parking lot accident. Here are some of the most common causes of rear-end collisions:
Tailgating or following too closely: Drivers that fail to leave sufficient distance between themselves and vehicles in from of them run the risk of crashing into the rear of a car that stops suddenly.
Distracted driving: Talking on the phone or texting while driving are only two of the many activities that can divert a driver’s attention from the road and cause a rear-end collision. Other distractions include tuning the radio, programming a GPS, talking to other occupants of the vehicle or turning to correct children in the back seat.
Speeding: Driving more than the posted speed limit can make it difficult to stop in time to avoid a rear-end collision when coming up on slower moving traffic.
Alcohol and drugs: Driver impairment due to driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol can make it difficult to stop or slow a vehicle in time to avoid a collision.
Weather and road conditions: Drivers must remain aware of weather and road conditions and adjust their driving behaviors to accommodate them. Rain and fog can reduce visibility or make roads slippery. Road construction and objects in the street can result in sudden stops by other vehicles.
A driver must maintain control over his or her vehicle at all times regardless of the conditions they encounter.

Steps to Take After a Car Accident

1 Check for Injuries

Ensure everyone’s safety and call 911 if medical attention is needed.​

Understanding Florida’s No-Fault Insurance System

Dealing with Insurance Companies After an Accident

Insurance companies often aim to minimize payouts. It’s essential to approach interactions with caution.

Avoid Admitting Fault

Even casual remarks can be used against you. Stick to the facts when discussing the accident.​

Be Cautious with Recorded Statements

You are not obligated to provide recorded statements without legal counsel.​

Consult Your KFB Law Attorney

Before accepting any settlement offers, our attorney will review them to ensure they cover all your damages.​

What to Do After a Car Accident: Detailed Steps

Knowing what to do in the moments after a crash can protect your health, your rights, and your ability to recover compensation. Here’s a practical breakdown of the steps to follow—and where to find more in-depth info if you need it:
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Get Medical Attention

Always get checked out, even if you feel fine. Adrenaline can mask serious injuries, and having medical records is crucial to any claim.
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Call the Police and Get an Accident Report

A police report documents the scene, identifies the parties involved, and can help determine fault. This will be one of the key documents needed later in your case.
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Gather Evidence at the Scene

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Collect and Organize Important Documents

In the days following your accident, start compiling all relevant documents: police reports, medical records, repair estimates, insurance communications, and anything else related to your crash and injuries.
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Notify Your Insurance Company

Report the accident to your insurer, but stick to the facts. Avoid speculating or admitting fault. If you’re unsure what to say, a car accident attorney from KFB Law can help guide you.
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Speak with a Tampa Car Accident Attorney at Our Law Firm

The sooner you talk to an attorney about your potential car accident lawsuit, the better. At KFB Law, we can help you understand your legal rights, deal with insurance companies, and make sure no deadlines are missed.

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Duty of care owed to others and causes of rear-end collisions

Successful recovery of compensation for damages arising from a rear-end collision car accidents will depend on your attorney’s ability to produce evidence proving negligence on the part of another party. This evidence must show:
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Existence of a duty of care

Motorists owe a duty of care and are obligated to other drivers, pedestrians and anyone using Florida roads and highways to maintain control over their vehicles, keep a lookout for others and operate their vehicles as not to cause harm to others.
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Breach of the duty of care

Engaging in conduct that violates the duty of care, such as speeding, failing to yield and other behaviors.
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Causation

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Damages

Injuries associated with rear-end collisions

Rear-end collisions exert a tremendous amount of force on the vehicles involved in the crash as well as on their occupants. The impact causes drivers and occupants to be uncontrollably jerked, resulting in a variety of physical injuries, including the following:
Whiplash: When your vehicle is truck in the rear, your head and neck suddenly and forcibly snaps forward and backward. The violent movement can cause serious neck and back injuries. The symptoms of a whiplash injury could take hours or days after the collision to fully develop.
Herniated disks: Herniation of the disks in your neck and back can result in pain in the affected area and numbness and tingling sensations in your extremities. A herniated disk can also cause full or partial paralysis.
Brain trauma: The violent movement of your neck and head in a rear-end collision can cause serious injury to your brain – even if you do not suffer a direct blow to the head. The movement of your brain within the skull can cause a brain injury. These vary from a mild concussion, which goes away over time, to a traumatic brain injury that could leave you with a long-term disability.
Other injuries frequently associated with rear-end collisions include broken bones, lacerations, bruises and contusions, and sprains and strains.

Proving fault in a rear-end collision

It’s critical that you hire a Tampa rear-end collision car accident lawyer that understands the law and has the experience to apply the facts. The attorneys at KFB Law carefully examine your accident to gather evidence that proves the negligence one of the drivers. This is especially important in Florida. Under Florida law, a driver is obligated to act reasonably, adjusting the distance between themselves and other vehicles in from of them according to the speed and traffic conditions existing at the time. Failure to do so means that the driver of the rear vehicle is presumed responsible.

There are existing court decisions where drivers offered evidence that proved the cause of the accident was the negligence of the motorist in the lead vehicle. For example, evidence might reveal that the driver of the car in front suddenly braked without any reason for doing so. A driver who abruptly cuts in front of another vehicle while passing might be at fault in causing his or her car to be struck by the trailing motorist.  Evidence overcoming the presumption could allow the occupants of the rear vehicle to make a claim for compensation for their injuries.

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    Our client was driving through an intersection when another driver ran a red light and crashed into their vehicle. The impact caused serious whiplash and a lower back injury, leading to ongoing pain and the need for medical treatment and therapy. To make matters worse, the at-fault driver had no insurance, which created a major roadblock for receiving compensation. Despite having their own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) policy, our client quickly realized that the minimum $10,000 limit wouldn’t be enough to cover all expenses. They came to us unsure of their rights or how to recover damages when the other driver had no coverage.
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Nearly 2. 5 years ago I was rear ended by a commercial truck causing injuries that would effect me a life time. With the help of Mr. Manny Fernandez and his staff they made this process easier than I could’ve imagined. They were by my side the entire time and kept me up to date with the latest development. He himself would call to check on me periodically, especially after both back surgeries. The KF&B group always had my best interest at heart. Once again many thanks to Manny Fernandez and staff at the KF&B group.
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I had two car accidents from within 2017 and 2018. The first one is where I got hit by a tow truck. He got in my lane and hit me. Then the second accident was where a drunk driver hit me in the rear end. I cannot work anymore because of this. I have tried to work and make money to live on. I called the law office and they took my case right away. I just want to say that I am so happy with the results. I am now able to have some peace of mind. They helped with the medical portion as well as I am still in the recovery process. Thank you so much for helping me with my two car accidents. The very best I would say and so much more
Addison Hobbs
Marcus Fernandez was amazing. I have been in two car accidents that were not my fault. He handled both accidents with respect, and strength. Mr. Fernandez did an outstanding job with ensuring that I was aware of every move, every response from the other insurance carrier, what our next steps were going to be, including doing the full mediation to settle out of court for me!! I appreciate all his help!! I highly recommend Kinney, Fernandez, and Boire!!!! This law firm is a great group of individuals who care about their clients and are determined to get results!!!!
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