Accident Lawyer for Tamarac, North Lauderdale and Margate
If you were hurt in a crash in Tamarac, North Lauderdale or Margate, Dolina Lascaze can explain how Florida's PIP rules, fault rules and insurance deadlines apply to you, in plain language.
The consultation is free. Lascaze Law's only office is in Aventura, in the next county south. We represent clients in northwest Broward and across Florida.
Three neighboring cities in northwest Broward
Tamarac, North Lauderdale and Margate sit next to each other in northwest Broward County, tied together by State Road 7, the Florida Turnpike and a grid of busy local roads. They are also quite different: Tamarac and Margate have large older populations, while North Lauderdale is younger and denser. Each is covered separately below.
Lascaze Law's office is in Aventura, in Miami-Dade County, the next county south. Clients can start with a phone or Zoom call, sign paperwork electronically and review evidence online, with the same direct access to the attorney as an office visit. If you would rather meet in person, we can arrange that too.
Dolina Lascaze began her career as a prosecutor and then spent about 19 years on the insurance and defense side, including trial work and senior leadership at a major insurer. She knows how insurers weigh liability, medical records and the risk of trial, and she now uses that to prepare claims for injured people.
Tamarac, North Lauderdale and Margate: roads, claims and local details
Tamarac accident lawyer
About 74,100 residents
Tamarac has about 74,100 residents (Census estimate, July 2025) packed into about 11.6 square miles of land, roughly 6,200 people per square mile. About one in four residents is 65 or older, and the average commute is about 31 minutes. That means a lot of drivers on a short list of busy roads, and a lot of people for whom a serious injury can change daily life.
Commercial Boulevard (SR 870), University Drive (SR 817) and US 441 (SR 7) are the major routes through and around Tamarac, and Florida's Turnpike has an exit at Commercial Boulevard (exit 62). Crashes happen at busy intersections and in shopping center parking lots, and on the Turnpike, where commercial trucks share the road with commuters.
The Turnpike is not a small risk. On March 26, 2025, a semi truck crossed the Turnpike median near the Commercial Boulevard exit in Tamarac, rolled over and caught fire, closing the southbound lanes, WSVN reported. The driver was not hurt, but the crash shows how quickly a truck problem can reach everyone around it.
Older drivers, passengers and pedestrians
With about a quarter of residents 65 or older, many crash victims in Tamarac are retirees. Older adults can be hurt more seriously in the same crash, and recovery can take longer. PIP generally pays 80 percent of medical expenses and 60 percent of lost income up to the statutory limit (Florida Statutes 627.736), which is often not enough after a serious injury, so it helps to understand early what other coverage may be available.
Which agency worked your crash
The Broward Sheriff's Office serves Tamarac through its District 7 station on Pine Island Road, and Florida Highway Patrol handles crashes on the Turnpike. The agency matters because it decides who writes the report and where you request it.
Tamarac car accident lawyer
Left turns across several lanes of Commercial Boulevard or University Drive, and cars backing out of crowded shopping center lots, are the kinds of situations where fault gets disputed. A Tamarac car accident lawyer can explain how the 14 day PIP rule applies to you, gather the evidence an insurer will look for, and handle the calls while you recover.
Tamarac truck accident attorney
Commercial Boulevard and US 441 carry buses, delivery trucks and larger vehicles between the Turnpike and local businesses. A Tamarac truck accident attorney can review the carrier's responsibility and the insurance involved, and move quickly to preserve driver logs and vehicle data before they are overwritten. For how these claims work in general, see the truck accident section of our Florida personal injury page.
Tamarac motorcycle accident lawyer
Riders on Commercial Boulevard and University Drive deal with vehicles turning across several lanes, and drivers who say they did not see the motorcycle. A Tamarac motorcycle accident lawyer can document the scene and your injuries when an insurer argues you shared the blame.
Hurt in a crash in Tamarac? Call (305) 473-7858 or send a message below for a free consultation.
North Lauderdale accident lawyer
About 45,700 residents
North Lauderdale is a compact, mostly residential city of about 45,700 people on roughly 4.7 square miles, which works out to about 9,700 people per square mile (Census estimate, July 2025). The median age is about 34, and more than a quarter of residents are under 18, so school and family traffic is part of daily life. Rock Island Road, Bailey Road and State Road 7 are among the roads people use to get around.
North Lauderdale is served by the Broward Sheriff's Office under a contract in place since 2001, so crash reports generally come from BSO, through its public records portal (BSO public records). BSO notes a records backlog, which is one reason to start the request early. Seriously hurt crash victims in Broward are taken to the county's trauma centers, such as Broward Health Medical Center, which is a Level I trauma center.
North Lauderdale car accident lawyer
In a dense city, many crashes happen at neighborhood intersections where a driver runs a light or fails to yield. A North Lauderdale car accident lawyer can start by preserving evidence and sorting out PIP, fault and uninsured motorist coverage. Treatment generally must begin within 14 days of the crash (Florida Statutes 627.736).
North Lauderdale truck accident attorney
State Road 7 and the nearby Turnpike carry delivery trucks and larger vehicles past North Lauderdale's neighborhoods. A North Lauderdale truck accident attorney can look at the driver, the carrier and the insurance involved. See the truck accident section of our Florida personal injury page.
North Lauderdale motorcycle accident lawyer
Riders on neighborhood arterials share the road with school traffic and drivers turning across lanes. A North Lauderdale motorcycle accident lawyer can help when an insurer argues the rider shared the blame. A person found more than 50 percent at fault generally cannot recover damages (Florida Statutes 768.81).
Hurt in a crash in North Lauderdale? Call (305) 473-7858 or send a message below for a free consultation.
Margate accident lawyer
About 60,100 residents
Margate has about 60,100 residents (Census estimate, July 2025), and 23.5 percent are 65 or older, about double the share in neighboring North Lauderdale. State Road 7, the Florida Turnpike, Atlantic Boulevard, Coconut Creek Parkway and Rock Island Road are its main routes, and shopping areas such as the Lakewood center on Atlantic Boulevard near State Road 7 draw steady foot and car traffic.
Margate runs its own police department, so crashes inside city limits are handled by the city rather than BSO, and records requests start with the city. HCA Florida Northwest Hospital in Margate has an emergency department, but the 2023 to 2027 Broward County Trauma Plan says it is not a designated trauma center. Seriously hurt crash victims are typically taken to a designated trauma center such as Broward Health North or Broward Health Medical Center.
Margate car accident lawyer
Atlantic Boulevard and State Road 7 are busy multi lane roads with many driveways, which is where rear end crashes, red light crashes and left turn collisions tend to be disputed. A Margate car accident lawyer can explain how PIP and fault work together. Treatment generally must begin within 14 days (Florida Statutes 627.736).
Margate truck accident attorney
The Turnpike and State Road 7 carry commercial vehicles near Margate. A Margate truck accident attorney can review the driver, the carrier and the insurance involved, and move quickly to preserve records. See the truck accident section of our Florida personal injury page.
Margate motorcycle accident lawyer
Riders on Atlantic Boulevard and Coconut Creek Parkway deal with drivers turning across several lanes. A Margate motorcycle accident lawyer can help when an insurer argues the rider shared the blame. A person found more than 50 percent at fault generally cannot recover damages (Florida Statutes 768.81).
Margate pedestrian injuries and older adults
With nearly a quarter of residents 65 or older, many Margate crash victims are retirees, and older adults can be hurt more seriously and recover more slowly. PIP generally pays 80 percent of medical expenses and 60 percent of lost income up to the statutory limit, which is often not enough after a serious injury, so it helps to understand early what other coverage may apply.
Hurt in a crash in Margate? Call (305) 473-7858 or send a message below for a free consultation.
What to know locally after a crash in Tamarac, North Lauderdale or Margate
Trauma center levels, courthouse locations and crash report procedures can change, so use this as a starting point and call us if you are unsure.
Get medical care first
Broward Health Medical Center and Memorial Regional Hospital are Level I trauma centers, and Broward Health North in Deerfield Beach is a Level II trauma center, according to the Florida Department of Health list. Start treatment within 14 days of the crash to keep PIP benefits available.
Get your crash report
The Broward Sheriff's Office serves Tamarac and North Lauderdale, and reports for crashes it worked come through the BSO public records portal. Margate has its own police department. Florida Highway Patrol crashes, such as those on the Turnpike, are available through the state's crash report portal. Reports are confidential for 60 days except to the people involved and their lawyers and insurers (Florida Statutes 316.066).
Know where a lawsuit would be filed
Broward County is in the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit, and civil cases are filed at the Central Judicial Complex, 201 SE 6th Street in Fort Lauderdale (Seventeenth Judicial Circuit). Most claims settle, but we prepare each one for the possibility of trial.
Do not rush into a statement
Insurance adjusters often call within days and ask for a recorded statement. You are not required to give one to the other driver's insurer, and what you say can be repeated later. Call us first, especially if you are on pain medication or still unsure of your injuries.
In an emergency, call 911. Information about hospitals, courts and agencies comes from the sources linked above and may change.
Dog bite cases in Tamarac, North Lauderdale and Margate
Tamarac is a dense residential city with many condominiums, townhomes and dog walkers. If a dog bit you or your child, we can look at the owner's homeowner's, condo or renter's policy and the Florida dog bite statute. See how dog bite claims work in Florida.
How working with an Aventura attorney works for Tamarac, North Lauderdale and Margate clients
Tamarac is in Broward County, next door to our Aventura office, and many clients start with a phone or video call. You never have to drive anywhere to begin.
Consult by video or phone
Talk directly with Attorney Dolina Lascaze by Zoom or phone about what happened and what your options are.
Sign paperwork digitally
Review and sign documents online, from home, instead of traveling to an office.
Review evidence online
Share photos, records and bills through secure digital platforms, and review the evidence together.
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Attorney background
- Former prosecutorBegan her legal career in the courtroom.
- About 19 years on the insurance and defense sideLitigation for a major insurance company.
- Trial experienceOver 40 criminal and over 30 civil trials.
- Senior leadershipLed teams inside a major carrier.
- Now for injured peopleThat experience now works for you.
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Tamarac, North Lauderdale and Margate accident questions
Do I need a Tamarac accident lawyer after a minor crash?
Not every accident requires a lawyer, but injuries are not always obvious on the day of a crash, and Florida's no fault system has a strict deadline: treatment generally must begin within 14 days for PIP benefits. A free consultation can help you decide. The first conversation costs nothing.
Does Lascaze Law have an office in Tamarac?
No. Lascaze Law's only office is at 20200 W. Dixie Hwy, Suite 902, in Aventura, in Miami-Dade County. The firm represents injured people in Tamarac and throughout Florida. Call (305) 473-7858 to discuss a consultation by phone, video or in person.
Which hospital should I go to after a serious crash in Margate?
HCA Florida Northwest Hospital in Margate has an emergency department but is not a designated trauma center, according to the Broward County Trauma Plan. Broward Health Medical Center and Memorial Regional Hospital are Level I trauma centers, and Broward Health North in Deerfield Beach is Level II. In an emergency, call 911.
Does BSO or the city police handle my crash in North Lauderdale or Margate?
North Lauderdale is served by the Broward Sheriff's Office under contract. Margate has its own police department. Florida Highway Patrol handles crashes on highways such as the Turnpike. Your crash number or the officer's card shows which agency worked your crash.
I am over 65. Does that change my Tamarac injury claim?
Florida's PIP, fault and deadline rules apply the same way, but older adults can be hurt more seriously and may recover more slowly. PIP generally pays 80 percent of medical expenses and 60 percent of lost income up to the statutory limit, so other coverage, such as uninsured motorist coverage, can matter. A consultation can review the policies that apply to you.
What happens after a truck crash on the Turnpike in Tamarac?
Florida Highway Patrol generally handles Turnpike crashes. A trucking claim can involve the driver, the carrier and others, each with insurance, and records such as driver logs can be overwritten. See our Florida personal injury page for how truck claims work, and call us to talk about your situation.
How do I get my Tamarac crash report?
If the Broward Sheriff's Office worked your crash, request it through the BSO public records portal. If Florida Highway Patrol worked it, use the state crash portal. Reports are confidential for 60 days except to the people involved, their lawyers and insurers.
How long do I have to file a claim after a Tamarac car accident?
For negligence claims that arose after March 24, 2023, Florida generally allows two years to file a lawsuit. A wrongful death action also has two years. PIP requires treatment within 14 days, and claims against government agencies have special notice rules.
Why does it matter that Dolina Lascaze worked on the insurance side?
She began as a prosecutor and spent about 19 years on the insurance and defense side, including trial work and senior leadership at a major insurer. She knows how insurers evaluate claims and how defense lawyers approach litigation, and she now uses that for injured people. No lawyer can promise a result.
Helpful guides
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Lascaze Law
20200 W. Dixie Hwy, Suite 902
Aventura, FL 33180
Phone: (305) 473-7858
Email: info@lascazelaw.com
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