Hollywood, Florida Personal Injury Attorney | Mark Schiffrin P.A.

Your Hometown Injury Attorney — Based in Hollywood, FL Since 1983 | Serving All of Broward County

When an accident changes everything in an instant, who you call next matters more than you might realize. At Mark Schiffrin P.A., we are not a distant firm with a satellite office — we are a Hollywood, Florida personal injury law firm that has served this community for over four decades. Our office is located right here on Sheridan Street, and we represent injured people throughout Hollywood, Hallandale Beach, Dania Beach, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, and all of Broward County.

If you or a family member has been hurt due to someone else’s negligence, you deserve experienced, personal, and aggressive legal representation — not a case number and a paralegal. That’s what separates Mark Schiffrin P.A. from the large volume firms.

Call 954-961-2082 for a free consultation.

Hollywood, Florida: A City with Real Accident Risks

Hollywood, FL is a vibrant, densely populated city that sits between Fort Lauderdale and Miami — which means it carries the traffic and risks of both. Hollywood Boulevard, Sheridan Street, US-1 (Federal Highway), and Dixie Highway are among the busiest surface roads in Broward County, and they generate a significant number of car accidents, pedestrian strikes, and bicycle collisions every year.

Hollywood Beach and the iconic Hollywood Beach Broadwalk attract millions of visitors annually — creating heavy pedestrian and cycling traffic that mixes with vehicles, rental bikes, and rideshare pickups in ways that frequently lead to accidents. The Anne Kolb Nature Center and the Intracoastal Waterway corridor see regular boating and recreational activity that carries its own set of injury risks.

Commercially, Hollywood is home to dozens of retail centers, restaurants, hotels, and healthcare facilities — all of which carry premises liability obligations to the people who visit them. From slip and fall incidents in the Oakwood Plaza shopping center to accidents at Hollywood beachfront properties, we know this city and the types of cases that arise here.

That local knowledge isn’t just background — it directly shapes how we investigate, build, and argue your case.

Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Hollywood, FL

Mark Schiffrin P.A. handles the full range of personal injury claims for Hollywood residents, workers, and visitors who have been injured due to negligence. Every case type below is handled with the same level of attention and strategy.

Car Accidents in Hollywood

Hollywood’s road network sees heavy daily traffic on I-95, the Florida Turnpike, US-441, Sheridan Street, Pines Boulevard, and Hollywood Boulevard. Congestion, distracted driving, speeding, and impaired driving are constant factors — and when crashes happen, victims can face serious injuries ranging from whiplash and broken bones to traumatic brain injuries and spinal damage.

Florida’s no-fault insurance system requires drivers to carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP), but PIP coverage is capped at $10,000 and only covers 80% of medical expenses — far less than what a serious accident costs. Once your injuries qualify as “serious” under Florida law, meaning they involve significant or permanent impairment, permanent scarring, or disfigurement, you gain the right to pursue additional compensation directly from the at-fault driver through a liability claim.

We handle auto accident cases involving distracted and texting drivers, drunk or drugged drivers, speeding, failure to yield, running red lights, uninsured motorists, and hit-and-run collisions throughout Hollywood and Broward County.

Rideshare Accidents (Uber and Lyft)

Hollywood’s beaches, entertainment venues, and proximity to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport make it a high-demand rideshare market. When an Uber or Lyft driver causes an accident, insurance coverage depends on the driver’s status at the moment of the crash — logged off, waiting for a ride, or actively transporting a passenger — and the applicable coverage levels shift accordingly. These cases are genuinely complex, and navigating them without an attorney puts you at a serious disadvantage. We untangle the coverage layers and pursue every available source of compensation.

Slip and Fall Accidents — Premises Liability

Florida property owners, businesses, and landlords have a legal duty to maintain safe conditions for lawful visitors. Hollywood’s restaurants, hotels, retail stores, grocery chains, parking structures, and beachfront properties all carry that obligation. When a wet floor, uneven surface, broken stair, poor lighting, or unmarked hazard causes someone to fall, the property owner can be held legally responsible.

Premises liability cases require quick action. Surveillance footage is often deleted within days, incident reports get filed away, and properties are repaired promptly — erasing the very evidence needed to support your claim. We move fast to preserve what matters.

Pedestrian Accidents

Hollywood is a walkable city with a large population of seniors, tourists, and beachgoers on foot — and it has the pedestrian accident numbers to match. Drivers who fail to yield at crosswalks, run red lights, or become distracted on neighborhood streets put pedestrians at serious risk. Florida law gives pedestrians the right of way in marked crosswalks, and when drivers violate that right and cause injury, they can be held fully liable. Pedestrian accident injuries are almost always serious — we pursue full compensation for victims.

Bicycle Accidents

The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, city bike lanes, and surrounding neighborhoods make Hollywood one of Broward County’s more cycling-friendly areas — but cyclists remain among the most vulnerable road users. Drivers who don’t check mirrors, door cyclists from parked vehicles, or fail to respect bike lanes are responsible for a high number of injury accidents. We have handled bicycle accident cases throughout Hollywood and know exactly how to counter insurance adjusters who look for ways to blame the rider.

### Truck and Commercial Vehicle Accidents

I-95 and the Florida Turnpike carry constant commercial truck traffic through Hollywood and the surrounding area. Accidents involving 18-wheelers, delivery trucks, and box vans can cause catastrophic injuries. These cases are defended aggressively by trucking company insurers and their legal teams — which means you need an equally aggressive attorney from day one. We obtain driver logs, vehicle maintenance records, GPS data, and black box information to build a thorough liability case.

Motorcycle Accidents

Hollywood’s warm climate and scenic roads make it a popular area for motorcyclists — and also a dangerous one. Drivers routinely fail to see motorcycles when changing lanes or making turns, and the results are devastating. Broken bones, road rash, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord damage are common outcomes. We advocate strongly for injured riders and push back hard against the bias motorcyclists sometimes face when insurance companies make automatic assumptions about fault.

Wrongful Death

When a loved one is killed because of another person’s or company’s negligence, Florida law gives surviving family members the right to pursue a wrongful death claim. Eligible survivors — typically a spouse, children, parents, or dependent relatives — can recover compensation for medical and funeral expenses, lost financial support, and the emotional loss of the relationship. These are among the most difficult cases we handle, and we approach them with both thoroughness and genuine compassion for the families we serve.

Slip and Fall at Hollywood Beach and Broadwalk Properties

The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk is one of Broward County’s most popular destinations, stretching 2.5 miles along the Atlantic coast. Hotels, restaurants, shops, and public walkways line the Broadwalk, and accidents on these properties — from poorly maintained surfaces to improperly secured temporary fixtures — are not uncommon. Whether the negligent party is a private business or a government entity, we have experience pursuing these claims and meeting the stricter notice requirements that government premises cases involve.

Medical Malpractice

Hollywood is home to Memorial Regional Hospital, one of the region’s busiest and highest-volume medical centers, as well as Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Hospital Pembroke, and various specialty clinics and outpatient facilities. When healthcare providers at any of these facilities — or at a private practice — fail to meet the accepted standard of care, patients can suffer serious, lasting harm. Medical malpractice claims in Florida require pre-suit investigation, compliance with strict statutory procedures, and expert medical testimony. Our firm has the experience to pursue these claims effectively.

Dog Bites and Animal Attacks

Florida’s strict liability dog bite law means that if a dog bites someone in a public place or on private property where that person had a right to be, the dog’s owner is liable — regardless of whether the animal had any prior history of aggression. Dog bites in Hollywood can occur in parks, on the Broadwalk, in residential neighborhoods, or even at the homes of people the victim knows. Injuries can include deep lacerations, nerve damage, infection, facial scarring, and significant psychological trauma.

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

Hollywood and the surrounding Broward County area are home to a significant senior population, and elder abuse and neglect in local nursing homes and assisted living facilities is a serious and underreported problem. Warning signs include unexplained falls or injuries, bedsores, sudden weight loss, emotional withdrawal, and deteriorating hygiene. Florida law provides strong protections for nursing home residents, and our firm pursues these cases with the gravity they deserve.

Boating and Watercraft Accidents

The Intracoastal Waterway, the Atlantic Ocean shoreline, and the waterways surrounding Hollywood and Hallandale Beach see significant recreational and commercial boating activity. Operator inexperience, impaired boating, excessive speed, and equipment failure are leading causes of watercraft accidents in this area. Boating injury cases involve Florida maritime statutes that differ from standard personal injury law. Our firm handles them with the same depth of experience we bring to every catastrophic injury case.

Swimming Pool Accidents

Drownings and near-drownings at private homes, condominium complexes, and hotel pools are a serious concern in South Florida. Property owners are required to maintain proper fencing, barriers, safety equipment, and adequate supervision. When those obligations are ignored and someone is injured or killed, the property owner can be held liable. We handle swimming pool accident cases involving both adults and children throughout the Hollywood area.

Aviation Accidents

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is one of the busiest regional airports in the country, located directly on Hollywood’s northern border. Aviation accidents — whether involving commercial flights, charter aircraft, or general aviation — can have devastating consequences and involve complex federal aviation regulations and multiple potentially liable parties. Our firm handles aviation accident claims and works with the experts necessary to establish liability in these technically demanding cases.

Birth Injuries

When medical negligence during pregnancy, labor, or delivery causes harm to a newborn — conditions such as cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, or other birth injuries — parents have the right to pursue legal action. These cases require specialized medical expertise and careful legal preparation. We handle birth injury claims in Hollywood and throughout South Florida.

Catastrophic Injuries

Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, severe burns, and other life-altering injuries require a level of legal representation that fully captures not just today’s medical costs, but the lifelong financial, physical, and emotional impact of a permanently changed life. We work with medical experts, rehabilitation specialists, and life-care planners to build a complete picture of what your injury actually costs — and we pursue that full amount.

What Compensation Can Hollywood Injury Victims Recover?

Florida law allows injured victims to recover two primary categories of compensation:

Economic damages are your out-of-pocket financial losses, calculated based on actual and projected costs:
– Emergency medical treatment, hospitalization, and surgical costs
– Ongoing care, physical therapy, and long-term rehabilitation
– Prescription medications, assistive devices, and home modifications
– Lost wages and income during recovery
– Reduced future earning capacity if injury affects your ability to work
– Vehicle or property damage and replacement

Non-economic damages address the personal and human toll of your injury:
– Physical pain and chronic suffering
– Emotional distress, anxiety, depression, and PTSD
– Permanent disability or disfigurement
– Loss of enjoyment of life and daily activities you previously valued
– Loss of consortium — the impact on your relationship with your spouse or family

When a defendant’s conduct was especially reckless or intentional — a drunk driver, a business that knowingly concealed a dangerous condition — Florida courts may also award punitive damages, designed to punish the wrongdoer and send a message that such conduct will not be tolerated.

We don’t push clients toward early, inadequate settlements. We pursue the full, fair value of every case.

Important Florida Laws Every Hollywood Injury Victim Should Know

Two-Year Statute of Limitations. Florida law requires most personal injury lawsuits to be filed within two years of the date of injury. Wrongful death claims carry the same two-year deadline. Missing this window permanently forfeits your right to any compensation, no matter how strong your case. Early legal involvement protects your rights.

Modified Comparative Negligence (2023 Reform). Florida now follows a modified comparative negligence rule: if you are found more than 50% at fault for an accident, you cannot recover any damages. If you are 50% or less at fault, your compensation is reduced in proportion to your share of fault. Insurance companies routinely try to inflate victims’ percentage of fault to limit payouts — having an attorney protects you from this tactic.

Florida’s No-Fault (PIP) Insurance System. Florida requires drivers to carry $10,000 in Personal Injury Protection coverage, which pays a portion of your medical bills and lost wages regardless of who caused the accident. However, PIP has strict caps and covers only 80% of medical expenses. When injuries meet the legal threshold for “serious injury,” you can pursue additional compensation directly from the at-fault party beyond PIP limits.

Government Entity Claims. If your injury occurred on public property — a Hollywood city sidewalk, park, public beach facility, or government-maintained road — special rules apply. Claims against Florida government entities require a formal written notice within three years, but certain procedural requirements kick in much earlier. Don’t wait if a government entity may be involved in your case.

What to Do Immediately After an Accident in Hollywood

The actions you take in the first hours and days after an injury directly affect the strength of your claim:

1. Call 911 and get medical attention. Even if you feel okay at the scene, many serious injuries — including concussions, internal bleeding, and soft tissue damage — don’t present symptoms immediately. Get evaluated and create an official medical record.

2. Report the incident through proper channels. For a car accident, this means a police report. For a slip and fall at a business, notify management and ask for a written incident report before you leave. Get a copy if possible.

3. Document everything. Photograph the scene, any hazards, your visible injuries, involved vehicles, and any environmental conditions that contributed to the accident. Photograph early and often — conditions change fast.

4. Collect witness information. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses from anyone who saw what happened can be invaluable, especially if liability is disputed later.

5. Do not give any recorded statement to an insurance company without speaking to an attorney first. Insurance adjusters are trained to ask questions in ways that minimize your claim. What you say can be used against you, even when you’re saying it in good faith.

6. Seek consistent follow-up medical care. Gaps in treatment are used by insurance companies to argue your injuries weren’t serious or that they were caused by something else. Follow your doctor’s recommendations and attend every appointment.

7. Contact Mark Schiffrin P.A. The earlier we are involved, the more we can do. Evidence is preserved, witnesses are identified, liable parties are put on notice, and your legal rights are protected from day one.

Why Hollywood Residents Choose Mark Schiffrin P.A.

We Are a Hollywood Firm — Not a Franchise
Our office at 4600 Sheridan Street, Suite 205 has been right here in Hollywood for decades. We are not a large national firm with a local affiliate. We are your neighbors, embedded in this community, handling the types of accidents and injuries that happen on Hollywood’s specific roads, beaches, and properties.

Over 40 Years of Exclusive Personal Injury Experience
Mark Schiffrin has practiced personal injury law exclusively since 1983 — no criminal defense, no family law, no business contracts. That singular focus over four decades means deeper knowledge, stronger strategy, and a track record that insurance companies recognize and respect.

You Work Directly With Mark — Not a Case Manager
Many large firms sign up clients and hand them off to paralegals or junior associates. At Mark Schiffrin P.A., you work directly with Mark throughout your case. You get honest communication, genuine strategic attention, and an attorney who knows the details of your situation, not just your file number.

Deep Knowledge of Broward County Courts
We appear regularly in Broward County courts. We know the local judges, the procedural expectations, and how local juries in Hollywood and surrounding communities have responded to cases like yours. That familiarity shapes every strategic decision we make.

5.0 Rating Across 144+ Verified Google Reviews
Our reputation reflects the experiences of real clients — people from Hollywood and throughout South Florida who trusted us with their most difficult moments. A consistent 5.0 rating from more than 144 reviews reflects our commitment to results, honesty, and genuine personal service.

Free Consultation — No Obligation
We offer every prospective client a completely free, no-obligation consultation. We review your situation, explain your rights, and give you an honest picture of what your case involves — so you can make a fully informed decision. Call us to get started.

Hollywood Neighborhoods and Areas We Serve

We represent injury victims from every part of Hollywood and the surrounding region, including:

– Downtown Hollywood and Young Circle
– Hollywood Beach and the Broadwalk
– Emerald Hills
– Hollywood Hills
– Boulevard Heights
– West Lake and Oakwood
– Highland Gardens
– Liberia and Driftwood
– Hallandale Beach
– Dania Beach
– West Hollywood and the Miramar border areas
– All communities throughout Broward County

Frequently Asked Questions — Hollywood, FL Personal Injury

How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Hollywood, Florida?
Florida’s statute of limitations gives injury victims two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. Wrongful death claims carry the same two-year deadline. Waiting too long permanently forfeits your right to compensation. Contact an attorney as soon as possible after your injury.

What if the at-fault driver had no insurance?
Florida has one of the highest rates of uninsured drivers in the country. If the driver who hit you was uninsured or underinsured, your own uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage may apply. We help clients navigate UM claims and identify every available source of compensation.

The insurance company offered me a settlement quickly — should I take it?
Early settlement offers from insurance companies are almost always lower than the full value of your claim. Insurers move fast because they want to resolve your case before you understand the full extent of your injuries or consult an attorney. Never accept a settlement offer without speaking to a personal injury lawyer first.

What if I was partially at fault for the accident?
Under Florida’s modified comparative negligence law, you can still recover compensation as long as you were not more than 50% at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. We work to establish the full extent of the other party’s liability and resist insurance company attempts to shift blame unfairly onto you.

How much is my case worth?
Every case is different. Value depends on the severity and permanence of your injuries, your past and future medical costs, lost income, and the impact on your daily life. We give every client an honest, detailed assessment during the free consultation — not a generic estimate.

What does it cost to hire Mark Schiffrin P.A.?
Your initial consultation is completely free and carries no obligation. For details about our fee structure as it applies to your specific case, we encourage you to call us directly at 954-961-2082 — we’ll explain everything clearly before you make any decisions.

Contact a Hollywood, Florida Personal Injury Attorney Today

If you’ve been injured in Hollywood, Hallandale Beach, Dania Beach, Pembroke Pines, or anywhere in Broward County, don’t navigate the legal system alone — and don’t let an insurance company shortchange you. The consultation is free, the process is risk-free, and we’re right here in your community.

Mark Schiffrin P.A.
4600 Sheridan Street, Suite 205
Hollywood, FL 33021

📞 Call or Text: 954-961-2082
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