Parking Lot Accidents in Miami

No one expects to get into a motor vehicle crash in a parking area. Parking lot accidents in Miami can happen for several reasons, and they may cause damage to vehicles and injuries to the drivers or pedestrians involved.

If you have been hurt in a parking lot collision, an attorney at Kaire & Heffernan will help you navigate the process of financial recovery. We will investigate the cause of the crash, collect necessary evidence, communicate and negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf, and work to get you a satisfactory settlement.

Leading Causes of Parking Lot Collisions

In Miami, several factors contribute to the high rate of parking lot wrecks. The most common include:

• Distracted driving, including drivers operating mobile devices, not paying attention to their environment, or engaging in conversations while backing in or out of parking spots
• Miscalculation of the space between vehicles and hitting another car or pedestrian
• Speeding or driving at a fast pace, more than the usual speed limits of 10-15 mph
• Confusion about who has the right of way, particularly when there are no clear stop or yield signs
• Parking spot vying, which typically occurs in peak periods when two drivers want to park in the same available spot
• Parking lot road rage, where one driver beats another to occupy a spot, and the offended driver rams into the now-parked vehicle in retaliation for them stealing their spot
• A pedestrian not paying attention while walking in a parking lot

Other factors that can lead to parking lot accidents and cause harm to victims include parking spots occupied by shopping carts left by careless customers and children coming out of their cars who dash into a car’s path.

Who Is Liable in a Parking Lot Crash?

Proving fault or negligence is a key aspect of filing an injury claim. In Miami parking lot collision cases, establishing fault may be more difficult due to the unique circumstances.

For instance, if two drivers were backing out at once and rammed into each other, both of them would likely be at fault, as both drivers need to look out for other exiting cars. Another scenario would be a driver backing out while a second driver is driving through the lane. In this scenario, the first driver would be liable, as the second driver has the right of way, and the driver backing out should have paid more attention.

A third common scenario is a driver pulling into a spot and hitting a parked vehicle. In this case, the moving vehicle’s driver would be responsible for the crash. If a driver runs over or hits a pedestrian, the vehicle driver may have the default responsibility. However, if the accident was largely a result of the pedestrian’s actions, such as darting into the driver’s path, the pedestrian may be liable.

Many factors can influence the outcome of parking lot accident cases, which is why it is best to allow a parking lot accident lawyer to determine liability and establish who is at fault.

Consult a Miami Attorney About Your Parking Area Crash

Cases involving parking lot accidents in Miami can be complex, particularly if you have sustained serious injuries. Our experienced lawyers at Kaire & Heffernan will help you pursue a compensation claim and secure a fair settlement. Contact us today to discuss your case.