Legally Reviewed by Scott Sobol on June 8, 2026

Pembroke Pines sits at the heart of southern Broward County, where Pines Boulevard, University Drive, Flamingo Road, and State Road 7 carry some of the heaviest commuter and commercial traffic in the region. Congested corridors like Pines Boulevard at Flamingo Road and Pines Boulevard at University Drive see rear-end collisions, intersection crashes, and side-impact accidents on a regular basis. When another driver’s negligence causes one of those crashes, the resulting medical bills, lost wages, and property damage fall on you.

The Law Offices of Scott Sobol handles car accident cases for injured clients in Pembroke Pines and across Broward County. Attorney Scott Sobol has handled more than 1,000 personal injury cases throughout South Florida and takes every car accident case on a contingency fee basis, meaning no upfront cost and no legal fees unless we recover compensation for you. Contact our office to schedule a free case evaluation and discuss your options.

⚠ Time-Sensitive — Florida Law Limits Your Window to File

Injured in Pembroke Pines? Florida law gives you 2 years from the date of your accident to file a claim. The clock is already running.

Over 1,000 personal injury cases handled across South Florida. Notable recoveries include $2,995,000 for a T-bone crash and $500,000 for a client injured on I-95. No fees unless we recover for you.

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Car Accident Statistics in Pembroke Pines and Broward County

34,580

Broward County crashes (2024)

20,900+

Injuries reported

188

Fatalities

Source: Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, 2024 crash data.

Pembroke Pines is one of the most populous cities in Broward County, and its primary corridors — Pines Boulevard, Flamingo Road, University Drive, and State Road 7 — are among the most heavily traveled in the county. Congestion peaks during rush hours on I-75 and the Florida Turnpike, where rear-end and distracted driving crashes are most common. Intersections at Pines Boulevard and Flamingo Road, Pines Boulevard and University Drive, and Sheridan Street and Flamingo Road consistently see high crash frequency due to traffic volume, closely spaced signals, and frequent turning movements.

Common Types of Car Accidents in Pembroke Pines

Pembroke Pines roads and highways see nearly every type of collision. Our office handles car accident claims involving all of the following:

  • Rear-end collisions — the most common crash type on Pines Boulevard and University Drive, typically caused by distracted driving, sudden stops, or following too closely in congested traffic
  • T-bone and intersection crashes — side-impact collisions at high-traffic signals where drivers fail to yield or run red lights, particularly at the Pines Boulevard and Flamingo Road intersection
  • Head-on collisions — less frequent but among the most severe crashes, often on two-lane stretches of Sheridan Street and Davie Road extension corridors
  • Highway and high-speed crashes — collisions on I-75 and the Florida Turnpike involving unsafe lane changes, improper merges, and excessive speed
  • Rideshare accidents — crashes involving Uber and Lyft drivers carry additional insurance coverage questions depending on the driver’s status at the time of impact
  • Truck and tractor-trailer crashes — commercial truck accidents on Pembroke Pines corridors involve federal carrier regulations and corporate defendants in addition to the individual driver
  • Hit-and-run accidents — when the at-fault driver flees, uninsured motorist coverage becomes the primary path to recovery
  • Uninsured and underinsured motorist crashes — Florida does not require bodily injury liability coverage; a significant number of drivers on Pembroke Pines roads carry only mandatory PIP, leaving injured parties dependent on their own UM policy

Compensation Available After a Pembroke Pines Car Accident

When another driver’s negligence caused your crash, Florida law allows you to pursue compensation across several categories:

Economic Damages Non-Economic Damages
Medical expenses (past and future) Pain and suffering
Lost wages and reduced earning capacity Emotional distress
Vehicle and property damage Loss of enjoyment of life
Rehabilitation and long-term care costs Wrongful death damages (for surviving family)

Note that Florida’s PIP system pays up to 80% of your medical expenses and 60% of lost wages regardless of fault, but is capped and does not cover pain and suffering. Stepping outside the no-fault system to pursue full compensation requires meeting Florida’s serious injury threshold — another reason early legal consultation matters.

Steps to Take After a Car Accident in Pembroke Pines, FL

What you do in the minutes and days after a crash can directly affect the strength of your claim:

  1. Call 911 and stay at the scene — Florida law requires drivers to remain at any crash involving injury, death, or significant property damage; request a police report regardless of how minor the collision seems
  2. Seek medical attention the same day — Florida’s PIP law requires treatment within 14 days of the accident or you may lose access to your benefits; delaying also gives adjusters grounds to argue your injuries weren’t caused by the crash
  3. Document the scene — photograph your vehicle, the other vehicle, license plates, road conditions, and visible injuries; collect the other driver’s insurance information, license number, and contact details; get witness names before leaving
  4. Do not give a recorded statement — the other driver’s insurer may call within hours; you are not required to provide a statement before speaking with an attorney, and doing so often produces answers used later to reduce your recovery
  5. Contact our office early — traffic camera footage, dashcam data, and physical evidence deteriorate quickly; call The Law Offices of Scott Sobol at (954) 440-2000 or reach out through our contact form for a free case evaluation

Contact a Pembroke Pines Car Accident Lawyer Today

Scott Sobol has spent his career fighting for injured Floridians in Broward County and beyond. With more than 1,000 personal injury cases handled and notable car accident recoveries including a $2,995,000 result for a T-bone crash with contested liability and $500,000 for a client injured on I-95, our firm brings the preparation and resources to take on at-fault drivers and their insurance carriers. Florida’s two-year statute of limitations on personal injury claims means there is no benefit to delaying. Call the Law Offices of Scott Sobol at (954) 440-2000 or complete our contact form to get started with a free consultation today.

Frequently Asked Questions

You may have a valid claim if another driver’s negligence caused the crash and you suffered injuries or property damage as a result. Negligence can include speeding on Pines Boulevard or University Drive, running a red light, distracted driving, driving under the influence, or failure to yield at a busy intersection. Florida’s modified comparative negligence rule allows you to recover compensation as long as you are found 50% or less at fault for the crash.
Florida gives injured drivers two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. This deadline was updated by House Bill 837, signed into law in March 2023, which reduced the previous four-year window under Florida Statute 95.11(4)(a). For wrongful death claims after a fatal crash, the same two-year deadline applies from the date of death. Missing the statute of limitations means losing the right to file, regardless of how strong the underlying claim may be.
The Law Offices of Scott Sobol handles car accident cases on a contingency fee basis. There are no upfront costs, no hourly billing, and no legal fees unless we recover compensation for you. Initial consultations are free, and we cover investigation and case preparation costs while your claim is in progress.
Yes. Florida’s Wrongful Death Act allows surviving spouses, children, and certain other family members to pursue a claim against the at-fault driver when a crash causes a fatality. Recoverable damages can include funeral and burial expenses, loss of financial support, loss of companionship, and pain and suffering experienced by the deceased before death. The deadline to file is two years from the date of death.
High-traffic corridors including Pines Boulevard, Flamingo Road, University Drive, State Road 7, and Sheridan Street account for a significant share of crashes in Pembroke Pines. Intersections such as Pines Boulevard and Flamingo Road and Pines Boulevard and University Drive are among the most congested in southern Broward County. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Broward County recorded over 34,000 traffic crashes in 2024.