Hurt in a Fort Myers Car Crash? We Are Here to Help.
A sudden car accident on your way to work or while running errands can turn your life upside down in seconds. If you are asking, “How am I going to pay for this ambulance bill?” or “Who is going to cover my lost wages while I recover?” you need local, experienced legal protection.
At Pittman Law Firm, P.L., we understand how overwhelming it is to deal with car repairs, doctor appointments, and pushy insurance adjusters all at once. If you were injured in Lee County, do not face the insurance companies alone.
Immediate Action: If you or a loved one were injured at a local intersection, do not speak to the insurance adjuster until you know your rights. Call Pittman Law Firm at 239-992-8259 for a 100% free consultation.
Key Takeaways for Fort Myers Accident Victims
See a Doctor Within 14 Days: Florida law (§ 627.736) requires you to seek medical care within 14 days of your crash to activate your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits. Do not wait to see if you “feel better.”
Do Not Speak to the Other Driver’s Insurance: Their automated software is designed to pay you as little as possible. Direct all of their phone calls to our office.
The 2-Year Deadline: Under Florida Statute § 95.11 (updated in 2023), you now have exactly TWO years from the date of the accident to file a negligence lawsuit.
The Pittman Difference: A Family Firm, Not a “Case Factory”
When you hire Pittman Law Firm, you are not treated like just another volume statistic. You will not be handed off to an invisible paralegal or passed between a rotating roster of case managers at a massive billboard mega-firm. You work directly with a family-led team that cares about your physical and financial recovery.
David B. Pittman has over 30 years of experience fighting for accident victims. He is a trial veteran who prepares every single case as if it is going before a Lee County jury. Because defense teams know he won’t hesitate to litigate, they are routinely compelled to offer maximum-value settlements without a trial.
Kristin Pittman brings a massive advantage to your case as a Licensed Florida 6-20 All-Lines Insurance Adjuster. Because she knows exactly how insurance companies think, operate, and evaluate claims, she can look at your case from the defense’s perspective. Together, David and Kristin use this insider knowledge to outsmart the insurance carrier’s valuation software and demand the maximum payout for your injuries. We limit our caseload to give every Southwest Florida family elite, highly personalized representation.
Fort Myers Danger Zones & High-Risk Intersections
Fort Myers traffic changes drastically depending on the time of day and the tourist season. A mix of daily commuters, commercial trucks, and out-of-state drivers unfamiliar with our roads creates the perfect storm for severe collisions. We routinely investigate violent crashes at these specific local hotspots:
Colonial Boulevard and Cleveland Avenue (US-41 / Tamiami Trail): This is one of the most congested and dangerous intersections in Lee County. Heavy volume, aggressive lane changes, and red-light runners frequently cause severe T-bone and rear-end collisions.
Daniels Parkway and Six Mile Cypress Parkway: Known for high-speed traffic and complex turn lanes. Drivers rushing to beat the light or tourists confused by the sprawling lanes often cause devastating side-impact and left-turn crashes here.
Colonial Boulevard and Fowler Street: The stop-and-go nature of this corridor, combined with commercial vehicle traffic, leads to a massive number of chain-reaction rear-end accidents during the 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. rush hour.
Interstate 75 (I-75) Exits 136 (Colonial) and 131 (Daniels): High-speed merging, sudden traffic stops on the off-ramps, and sideswipe accidents are a daily occurrence as drivers attempt to exit onto local roads.
Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (SR 82) and Ortiz Avenue: A major commuter artery where failure to yield and high-speed impacts frequently result in serious injuries requiring immediate trauma care.
Whether your crash was investigated by the Fort Myers Police Department, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, or FHP Troop F, our investigative team will secure your official crash report. We regularly subpoena traffic camera footage from the city and handle all necessary jurisdictional filings with the Lee County Clerk of Courts in downtown Fort Myers to build a watertight case.
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Types of Auto Accidents We Handle in Fort Myers
We have successfully represented clients injured in all types of motor vehicle accidents, including:
Rear-End Collisions in Stop-and-Go Traffic: Even at low speeds on Colonial Boulevard, the sudden snapping motion of a rear-end impact causes severe whiplash and spinal injuries.
T-Bone and Red Light Accidents: Because the sides of vehicles offer the least amount of structural protection, passengers in a T-bone crash at a major intersection often suffer broken ribs, concussions, and shoulder trauma.
Left-Turn and Failure to Yield Crashes: Tourists confused by their GPS often make sudden, illegal left turns across busy multi-lane roads like Tamiami Trail, resulting in high-speed, angled collisions.
Sideswipe Accidents and Merging Crashes: Impatient drivers weaving in and out of lanes or failing to check their blind spots when merging onto the I-75 on-ramps can easily force you off the road.
DUI and Drunk Driving Crashes: Late-night crashes near the Fort Myers River District or routes heading to Fort Myers Beach often involve intoxicated drivers. When an impaired driver causes a crash, we fight aggressively for maximum compensation, including punitive damages.
Common Injuries After a Car Accident
You do not have to suffer a life-threatening injury to need a lawyer. Even a moderate rear-end crash can cause deep, lingering pain that affects your ability to work. We frequently help clients suffering from:
Whiplash and Neck Strain: The sudden back-and-forth snapping of your neck can stretch and tear muscles. This often results in severe stiffness and cervical radiculopathy (radiating nerve pain) that can last for months.
Back Injuries and Nerve Pain: The impact of a crash can cause herniated lumbar discs. This pinches the nerves in your back, sending sharp, shooting pain down your legs.
Concussions and Head Trauma: You do not have to hit your head to suffer a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). The violent shaking of the car alone can cause memory fog, dizziness, and chronic headaches.
Broken Bones and Joint Damage: It is very common for drivers to suffer broken wrists from bracing for impact, or knee injuries from their legs slamming into the dashboard.
Medical Treatment: Where to Go in Fort Myers
Getting the right medical care is the most important step for both your physical recovery and your legal case. Where you go depends on the severity of your injuries:
For Severe Emergencies: Gulf Coast Medical Center (a state-approved Level II Trauma Center) and Lee Memorial Hospital are equipped to handle severe accident injuries immediately.
For Urgent but Non-Life-Threatening Pain: Local Lee Health urgent care centers or walk-in clinics can provide immediate X-rays and prescribe medication to get your pain under control on the day of the crash.
Follow-Up Care (MRIs, Physical Therapy, Orthopedics): Our firm can help coordinate your care so you can see highly rated local specialists, neurologists, and physical therapists who understand how to properly document auto accident injuries like facet joint injections and soft tissue damage.
Rideshare Accidents: Uber & Lyft Crashes in Fort Myers
Because Fort Myers is a major tourist destination, our roads are filled with Uber and Lyft drivers. If you are injured while riding in an Uber, or if an Uber driver hits your car, the insurance rules are very different from a standard crash.
Florida Statute § 627.748 sets up specific insurance coverage depending on what the rideshare driver was doing at the time:
App Off: The driver’s personal auto insurance applies.
App On, Waiting for a Request: Uber/Lyft provides backup coverage of up to $50,000 per person for bodily injury.
Ride Accepted or Passenger in the Car: A massive $1 million primary liability insurance policy kicks in to cover your injuries and property damage. We know how to hold these corporate insurance policies accountable.
Protect Your Claim: What NOT To Do
After a crash, you are vulnerable, and insurance companies will try to use innocent mistakes against you. Keep these rules in mind:
NEVER give a recorded statement to the at-fault driver’s insurance adjuster. They will try to twist your words to make it look like the crash was your fault.
NEVER post about the accident, your injuries, or your daily physical activities on social media. Insurance companies will stalk your Facebook and Instagram.
NEVER accept the first lowball settlement check before David B. Pittman reviews the actual cost of your future medical care.
Our No-Risk Guarantee: We operate on a contingency fee basis. You pay absolutely nothing out of pocket, and we do not collect a single dime unless we successfully recover compensation for you.
Florida Auto Accident Laws You Must Know (2026)
The 51% Rule (Modified Comparative Fault): Under Florida Statute § 768.81, you can recover financial compensation as long as you are 50% or less at fault for the crash. If a jury decides you are 51% at fault, your recovery drops to zero. We fight to prove the other driver was to blame.
The 2-Year Statute of Limitations: Do not wait to call a lawyer. You now have only 24 months from the day of your crash to file a negligence lawsuit in Florida (§ 95.11).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I get a copy of my Fort Myers police report? You do not have to worry about this. When you hire Pittman Law Firm, we interface directly with the Fort Myers Police Department, Lee County Sheriff’s Office, or FHP to pull your official crash report for you.
Who pays my medical bills if the other driver was at fault? Because Florida is a “No-Fault” state, your own auto insurance (PIP) pays the first $10,000 of your medical bills, regardless of who caused the crash. After that is exhausted, we pursue the at-fault driver’s bodily injury coverage to pay for the rest of your care.
Will my car accident case have to go to court? Most car accident cases settle out of court. However, David B. Pittman prepares every case as if it will go to trial at the Lee County Courthouse. When insurance companies see that we are ready and willing to fight in front of a judge, they are much more likely to offer a fair settlement upfront.
What if the driver who hit me doesn’t have insurance? Unfortunately, Florida has a very high number of uninsured drivers. If this happens, we will look at your own auto policy to see if you have Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage, which can step in to pay for your injuries.
Get Local Protection: When you call our firm, you get a local advocate who knows Southwest Florida roads and courts inside and out. Contact David B. Pittman today to protect your family’s future.
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