Reviewed by Mike Redondo, Founding Attorney, Redondo Law, P.A. • Updated October 2026
Redondo Law represents people who were hurt in Hialeah because someone else was careless. We help drivers, passengers, pedestrians, motorcycle riders, shoppers, workers and families who lost a loved one. If you were injured in Hialeah, Hialeah Gardens, Medley or nearby parts of Miami-Dade County, we can explain your options and deal with the insurance company for you.
Our whole staff speaks Spanish. In Hialeah, that matters. You can call, meet, sign papers and get every update in Spanish. Se habla español, y le atendemos en su idioma. Our only office is at 2828 Coral Way in Miami, and you can meet with us there, by phone or by video. The consultation is free, there is no fee unless we win, and our phones are answered 24/7. Para leer en español, visite nuestra página de abogado de accidentes de auto en Miami.
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Where injuries happen in Hialeah
Hialeah is one of the largest cities in Miami-Dade County, and most of its residents speak Spanish. It is a busy place with dense neighborhoods, small businesses, shopping centers, factories and warehouses. Cars, buses, delivery vans and trucks share the same roads all day.
Major roads run through and around the city. Okeechobee Road (US-27) cuts across Hialeah. The Palmetto Expressway (SR 826) and I-75 carry heavy traffic through the area. Le Jeune Road carries heavy local traffic. Commercial roads such as W 49th Street in the Palm Avenue area and W 68th Street are lined with stores, restaurants and parking lots. People also gather at places like Hialeah Park and Westland Mall, and many ride the Metrorail and Tri-Rail.
Crashes on city streets are usually handled by the Hialeah Police Department. Crashes on the Palmetto and I-75 are usually handled by the Florida Highway Patrol. Cases from Hialeah are filed in Miami-Dade County, which is part of Florida’s 11th Judicial Circuit.
Car accidents in Hialeah
Rear-end crashes in stop-and-go traffic, side-impact crashes at intersections, and crashes while merging onto the Palmetto or I-75 can all cause serious injuries. Florida is a no-fault state, so your own personal injury protection (PIP) coverage pays first, no matter who caused the crash.
PIP pays up to $10,000: 80% of your medical bills and 60% of lost wages. You must get medical care within 14 days of the crash. Without an emergency medical condition finding, PIP medical benefits are limited to $2,500. PIP often runs out fast. If your injuries are serious and permanent, you may also have a claim against the at-fault driver. Many Florida drivers carry little or no bodily injury coverage, so your own uninsured motorist (UM) coverage can matter a great deal. Learn more on our Miami car accident lawyer page.
Truck and warehouse traffic
Hialeah, Medley and Hialeah Gardens are home to many factories, warehouses and trucking companies. That means tractor-trailers, box trucks and forklifts are part of daily life on roads like Okeechobee Road. A crash with a large truck can cause far worse injuries than a crash between two cars.
Truck cases are also more complex. Several parties may share the blame: the driver, the trucking company, the owner of the truck, the company that loaded the cargo, or the company that maintained it. Federal rules limit drivers to 11 hours of driving within a 14-hour window after 10 hours off duty, and electronic logging devices record those hours. That data and the company’s records can be lost if no one asks for them early. See our Miami truck accident lawyer page.
Pedestrian accidents
Many people in Hialeah walk to work, to the store, to bus stops and to train stations. Drivers turning at intersections, pulling out of driveways or backing out of parking spaces can hit someone on foot. Pedestrians have no protection, so even a slow crash can cause broken bones or head injuries.
If you were hit while walking, PIP usually still applies. Your own PIP pays first. If you have none, a resident relative’s policy may apply. If neither exists, the PIP of the vehicle that hit you may apply. You may also have a claim against the driver. If the driver fled, report it to police right away; UM coverage may help. ¿Lo atropelló un carro? Call us. See our Miami pedestrian accident lawyer page.
Slip and falls in stores
Supermarkets, shopping centers and small stores across Hialeah see heavy foot traffic. Spilled liquids, wet floors, fallen produce, loose mats and broken pavement in parking lots can all cause a bad fall. These falls can lead to broken hips, wrist fractures and back injuries.
Florida law sets a specific rule for falls caused by a spill or other substance on a store floor. You must show the store knew about it or should have known. For example, the spill was there long enough that staff should have found it, or the same problem kept happening. Take photos, get witness names and tell the manager. Stores do not keep video forever. Read more on our Miami slip and fall lawyer page.
Motorcycle accidents
Motorcycle riders in Hialeah share tight roads with trucks and heavy traffic. A driver who changes lanes without looking or turns left in front of a rider can cause life-changing injuries. PIP does not cover motorcycle riders, so health insurance, UM coverage and a claim against the at-fault driver become very important.
Florida lets riders over 21 ride without a helmet if they carry at least $10,000 in medical benefits coverage. Not wearing a helmet does not stop you from making a claim, but the insurer may argue it should reduce what you recover. See our Miami motorcycle accident lawyer page.
Workers hurt on the job
If you were hurt at work, workers’ compensation is a separate system with its own rules. This section is about something different. Sometimes someone other than your employer caused the injury. For example, a delivery driver for another company hits you in a loading area, or you are hurt in a crash while driving for work. In those cases, you may have a third-party claim against that other person or company. We can review whether a third-party claim exists.
Wrongful death claims for Hialeah families
Losing a family member because of someone else’s careless act is devastating. Florida law allows a wrongful death claim in that case. The claim is filed by the personal representative of the estate. It is brought on behalf of the estate and the survivors, such as a spouse, children, parents and, in some cases, dependent relatives.
Before founding Redondo Law in 2019, Mike spent six years at Holland & Knight defending major corporations in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases. He knows how the other side builds its defense. We explain each step to your family in Spanish or English. Learn more on our Miami wrongful death lawyer page.
What to do after an injury in Hialeah
- Call 911. Ask for the Hialeah Police on city streets, or the Florida Highway Patrol on the Palmetto or I-75.
- Get medical care right away. For PIP, you must be seen within 14 days.
- Take photos of the scene, the vehicles, the hazard and your injuries.
- Get names and phone numbers of witnesses.
- Note any store, business or traffic cameras nearby.
- Do not give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurer.
- Keep every bill, receipt and record of missed work.
- Call us before you sign anything from an insurance company.
Florida law you should know
Most negligence claims from injuries on or after March 24, 2023 must be filed within 2 years, and a wrongful death claim must be filed within 2 years of the death. Claims against a government agency require written notice first and have damage caps. Florida uses modified comparative negligence: if you are found more than 50% at fault, you generally recover nothing, and if you are 50% or less at fault, your recovery is reduced by your share. In a hypothetical case where you are found 20% at fault, your recovery would be reduced by 20%.
How working with a Miami-based firm works
Our only office is at 2828 Coral Way in Miami. We do not have an office in Hialeah. You can meet us in person at our office, or we can talk by phone or video. If your injuries keep you from traveling, we can come to you.
Mike and his team give every case personal attention, and he is licensed throughout Florida. Hialeah cases are filed in Miami-Dade County, in the 11th Judicial Circuit. Our staff speaks Spanish, so you never need a family member to translate for you. We handle the insurance calls, gather records and evidence, and explain each step in plain terms.
Frequently asked questions
¿Hablan español?
Sí. Our whole staff speaks Spanish. You can call, meet and get updates in Spanish. You can also read about car crash claims on our página en español.
Do you have an office in Hialeah?
No. Our only office is at 2828 Coral Way in Miami. You can meet us there, by phone or by video, and we can come to you if you cannot travel.
How much does it cost to hire you?
The consultation is free, and there is no fee unless we win. Florida Bar rules limit contingency fees, and you will receive and sign a Statement of Client’s Rights before we begin.
I was hurt at work. Can you help?
Workers’ compensation is a separate system. If someone other than your employer caused your injury, such as another driver or another company, you may have a separate third-party claim, and we can review it.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Most negligence claims from injuries on or after March 24, 2023 must be filed within 2 years. Claims against government agencies have extra notice rules. Calling early helps keep evidence from being lost.
If you or a loved one was hurt in Hialeah, we are ready to listen, in English or en español. Learn more about how we handle personal injury cases in Miami-Dade, or call (305) 908-6778 any time, day or night, for a free consultation.
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