Can I recover compensation if I was partially at fault for an accident involving a distracted driver?

Yes, under Florida’s modified comparative negligence system, you can generally recover damages as long as you are not more than 50% at fault. If a jury in the 15th Judicial Circuit Court determines you were 20% responsible for the crash near the Palm Beach Outlets, your total compensation would be reduced by that percentage. A West Palm Beach distracted driving attorney can work to document the other driver’s liability thoroughly and challenge any attempt to shift an unfair share of fault onto you.