Personal Injury FAQs

A personal injury attorney is a legal professional who specializes in representing individuals who have been physically or psychologically injured due to the negligence or wrongdoing of another.

Personal injury cases can be complex, involving legal technicalities, insurance loopholes, and sometimes, litigation and appeals. An experienced attorney can navigate these issues, advocate for your rights, and help you seek and obtain justice for your injuries.

Florida personal injury attorneys generally handle a wide range of cases, including car accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, product liability, wrongful death, and more.

If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may have a valid personal injury case. Consult with an attorney to evaluate the specifics of your situation and determine your options.

Most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if they help you win your case. And the fee is typically a percentage of the compensation you receive.

Seek medical attention immediately, document the incident and your injuries, gather witness contact information and photographs, and consult with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible.

In Florida, the statute of limitations for most personal injury cases is two years from the date of the accident or injury. However, there are exceptions and variations depending on the circumstances, so it’s essential to consult with an attorney right away.

You may be entitled to recover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, loss of consortium, and in some cases, punitive damages.

You can still recover, even if you are partially at fault. But if you are found to be greater than 50% at fault, you cannot recover from the wrongdoer/tortfeasor. (This 50% rule does not apply to medical malpractice cases.)

The duration of a personal injury case can vary depending on factors like the complexity of the case, the extent of your injuries, and whether a settlement can be reached or if the case has to be litigated or appealed. Your attorney can provide an estimate based on the specifics of your situation.