Frequently Asked Questions

Nothing up front. We handle personal injury cases on a contingency-fee basis, which means you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. Your initial consultation is always free.

Insurance companies have teams of adjusters and lawyers working to pay you as little as possible. An experienced personal injury attorney levels the playing field — handling the insurers, preserving evidence, and pursuing the full value of your claim so you can focus on recovering. Studies consistently show that represented claimants tend to recover more, even after fees.

Florida’s statute of limitations for most negligence-based personal injury claims is two years from the date of the injury. Some claims have different deadlines, and certain steps (like preserving PIP benefits after a car accident) have much shorter windows. Because missing a deadline can permanently bar your claim, it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible.

Every case is different. Value depends on the severity and permanence of your injuries, your medical expenses and lost wages, the strength of the evidence, available insurance coverage, and your share of any fault. The best way to understand your claim’s potential value is a free case evaluation with our office.

Seek medical attention even if you feel fine, report the accident to the police, document the scene with photos and witness information, and avoid giving recorded statements to insurers or accepting any settlement before speaking with an attorney. Under Florida’s no-fault system you generally must seek treatment within 14 days to preserve PIP benefits.

You may still be able to recover. Florida follows a modified comparative negligence rule: if you are 50% or less at fault, you can recover damages reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are found more than 50% at fault, you are barred from recovery. Insurers often try to shift blame onto you, which is one of the most important reasons to have an advocate on your side.

It varies widely. Some claims settle in a few months, while cases involving serious injuries or disputed liability can take a year or more, especially if a lawsuit becomes necessary. We always aim to resolve your case as efficiently as possible without sacrificing the value of your recovery.

Most personal injury cases settle without a trial. However, we prepare every case as if it will go to trial, and we are fully prepared to file suit and litigate when the insurance company refuses to offer a fair amount. That readiness is often what drives a better settlement.