Car Accident Lawyers
Each year, too many Palm Coast, FL, area residents and visitors are involved in motor vehicle accidents that cause injury and death.
Serious car accidents often occur on I-95 and A1A, where high speeds and heavy traffic can create dangerous situations.
Learn how the car accident lawyers at Chanfrau & Chanfrau Law can help victims obtain compensation for current and future losses.
Our Palm Coast, FL, Office Has Your Back
You don't have to go through a car accident legal journey alone. Our personal injury lawyers in Palm Coast, FL, are here to offer guidance on your case.
145 Airport Rd
Ste A
Palm Coast,
FL 32164
Open 24 hours
Serving Car Accident Victims Across Central Florida
Our firm proudly serves clients across Central Florida from our Palm Coast, FL, and Daytona Beach, FL, offices.
Clients across Central Florida come to Chanfrau & Chanfrau Law because of our dedication to fighting for your case.
Our Daytona Beach and Palm Coast office locations make us easily accessible to people from Flagler and Volusia Counties, and the surrounding areas.
Meet Our Attorneys and Staff
Chanfrau & Chanfrau Law is a family firm of three car accident lawyers who believe in fighting for your justice as an accident victim.
W.M. Chanfrau, Sr.
Attorney William Chanfrau opened his law firm in 1976 and has been helping victims of car accidents ever since. He has an AV Preeminent Rating® that only 10% of attorneys possess.
William M. Chanfrau, Jr.
Attorney William Chanfrau, Jr. has continued to uphold his father's values of protecting victims from injustice. He's a consistently ranked top lawyer who assists clients with personal injury, personal injury protection (PIP) litigation, and criminal law cases.
Kelly Chanfrau
Kelly Chanfrau is a board-certified lawyer who also has obtained the AV Preeminent Rating® for professional excellence. She's consistently been listed in The Best Lawyers of America and was an Orlando Area "Lawyer of the Year" in 2021.
Support Staff
Our staff consists of eight paralegals and assistants that help support our personal injury lawyers.
Memberships and Awards
Our car accident lawyers have many of their own awards and membership affiliations along with our firm's inclusion in:
Motor Vehicle Accident Statistics in Flagler County
Here, we have posted auto accident statistics for Flagler County, providing insight into the types of crashes that occur in Flagler County and Palm Coast. This data is from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles' Traffic Crash Facts Annual Report for 2018. The number of car accidents and injuries increased in 2018 compared to 2017, but fatalities decreased.
Crash by Vehicle Type
| Type of Crash | 2018 | 2017 | % Change | 3-year Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crashes | 1,279 | 1,190 | 7.48% | 1,214 |
| Total Fatalities | 15 | 33 | -54.55% | 24 |
| Total Injuries | 847 | 806 | 5.09% | 827 |
| Property Damage | 692 | 631 | 9.67% | 639 |
| Motorcycle Crashes | 47 | 58 | -18.97% | 58 |
| Motorcycle Fatalities | 2 | 7 | -71.43% | 5 |
| Motorcycle Injuries | 50 | 55 | -9.09% | 58 |
| Pedestrian Crashes | 30 | 25 | 20.00% | 29 |
| Pedestrian Fatalities | 2 | 2 | 0.00% | 3 |
| Pedestrian Injuries | 21 | 17 | 23.53% | 19 |
| Bicyclist Crashes | 22 | 16 | 37.50% | 21 |
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Bicyclist Fatalities
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0 | 1 | -100.00% | 1 |
| Bicyclist Injuries | 22 | 16 | 37.50% | 20 |
| CMV Crashes | 177 | 128 | 38.28% | 143 |
| CMV Fatalities | 2 | 2 | 0.00% | 2 |
| CMV Injuries | 47 | 36 | 30.56% | 40 |
*Commercial motor vehicle
Auto Accidents Involving Younger Drivers
| Age Group | Type of Crash | 2018 | 2017 | % Change | 3-year Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15-17 | Drivers in Crashes | 75 | 69 | 8.70% | 67 |
| 15-17 | Driver Fatalities | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0 |
| 15-17 | Driver Injuries | 19 | 19 | 0.00% | 19 |
| 18-20 | Drivers in Crashes | 176 | 157 | 12.10% | 167 |
| 18-20 | Driver Fatalities | 0 | 1 | -100.00% | 0 |
| 18-20 | Driver Injuries | 45 | 47 | -4.26% | 49 |
| 21-24 | Drivers in Crashes | 178 | 141 | 26.24% | 160 |
| 21-24 | Driver Fatalities | 0 | 1 | -100.00% | 1 |
| 21-24 | Driver Injuries | 39 | 45 | -13.33% | 45 |
Contact Our Personal Injury Law Firm
If you or a loved one have been involved in a car crash in which the other driver was at fault, a car accident attorney at Chanfrau & Chanfrau can help you hold them responsible. In the last four decades, we have secured settlement amounts of over $400 million for our clients. W. M. Chanfrau, Sr., William Chanfrau, Jr., and Kelly Chanfrau have deep roots in the community and settle for nothing less than full compensation for accident victims.
We have office locations in Daytona Beach and Palm Coast, making us easily accessible to people from Flagler and Volusia Counties and the surrounding areas. We also provide legal guidance to visitors to the area. You can request a complimentary consultation by contacting us online or calling us at:
"The Palm Coast office did an amazing job on our accident cases. My family was treated with kindness and respect from day one and throughout the entire process. Communication was outstanding and the staff was always available to answer any questions that we had. I honestly could not wish for a better Law Firm to handle our cases and we “HIGHLY RECOMMEND” them for anyone who might need an attorney to resolve their auto accident case!" james borgmann, 2022, 5-Star Review
$2,500,000 Motorcycle Accident Settlement
Our car accident attorneys obtained a $2.5 million (policy limits) settlement in a car accident case in which our client sustained multiple bodily injuries. The accident victim was a passenger on a motorcycle that slid under another motor vehicle. This settlement helped cover losses such as medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering.
Common Causes of Car Accidents
The busy roadways that travel through Palm Coast place both commuters and visitors at risk of being involved in an accident. In addition, a number of other factors can further increase your risk, including:
As a city that has seen its population nearly triple in under 15 years, Palm Coast has more drivers on the road than ever before. Tens of thousands of residents use the city’s residential streets, boulevards, state roads, and interstate highways to every day. As the largest city in Flagler County, Palm Coast is frequented by visitors passing through, as well. Seated in the heart of the greater Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach metropolitan area, many drivers pass through Palm Coast on their way to various points in Northeastern Florida.
Residents and tourists travel I-95, the interstate freeway connecting Maine to Miami. A large number of semis transporting goods through the area puts drivers at risk of being involved in trucking accidents. In fact, the number of commercial vehicle car accidents increased each year from 2016 to 2018 in Flagler County, according to the FLHSMV report. Speeding, texting, working long hours, and fatigue can result in collisions. These behaviors can have serious consequences, particularly given the amount of traffic on I-95, A1A, and other roads in our area.
Despite laws prohibiting drinking and driving, drivers all too often get behind the wheel after they have consumed alcohol. Unfortunately, local residents are not immune to this problem. In late 2017, for example, a drunk driver lost control of his car on A1A, slammed into a tree, and killed the passenger.
Using a cellphone while driving is also a common cause of car accidents. Even brief moments of inattention can result in a car crash. Distracted behaviors other drivers may engage in include adjusting controls, talking with passengers, eating, and drinking, all of which make driving more dangerous.
"I have been represented by Chanfrau and Chanfrau since an auto accident in September 2020. Their responsiveness and professionalism is remarkable. I cannot say enough good things about Lori McNamara. I highly recommend Chanfrau and Chanfrau if you need an accident attorney." Larry B, 2021, 5-Star Review
What You Should Do After a Car Accident
Find out what you should do after an auto accident from attorney William M. Chanfrau.
$1,500,000 Trucking Accident Settlement
The car accident lawyers of Chanfrau & Chanfrau, with offices in Daytona Beach and Palm Coast, secured a $1.5 million settlement for a client that suffered bodily injuries obtained in an under-ride auto accident.
Why You Should Choose Our Attorneys for Help with Your Car Accident Case
We Fight for a Safer Community
The car accident attorneys at Chanfrau & Chanfrau have deep roots in the area extending for generations. We fight for safer roadways and justice for car accident victims. Serving the area since 1976, our personal injury firm remains committed to assisting those who have been hurt due to another person or party’s negligent actions.
We Gather Evidence to Support Your Case
When filing a car accident claim, we will review police reports, witness testimonies, medical records, photographic or video evidence, and more to ensure all relevant facts are gathered. Using this information, we will make the strongest case possible to obtain compensation for current and future losses relating to the accident.
We Have a History of Positive Settlements and Verdicts
We have obtained settlement amounts of more than $400 million for medical bills and other damages. Some of the positive awards we have obtained in Flagler County include a $325,000 settlement for injuries sustained in a rear end collision and a $750,000 (policy limits) award for a trucking accident that caused jaw and spinal injuries.
Seeking Justice?
Request a Free Consultation
All personal injury clients receive a free consultation for their car accident claim. Our team's motto is that we're "large enough to serve you professionally and small enough to know you personally," a motto that defines our commitment to each individual car accident case. If you've suffered an injury from a car accident, you can request a complimentary consultation by calling us at:
(386) 439-7760
"The Palm Coast Chanfrau & Chanfrau team is top notch and have helped me tremendously through a tough time after my accident." Charrise Franklin, 2021, 5-Star Review
