Simple cases with clear liability and modest injuries might settle in a few months. Complex car accident cases involving serious injuries, disputed fault, or multiple defendants can take one to three years. If a case goes to trial, add another 6 to 12 months. We move as efficiently as possible, but we never rush to settle for less than your case is worth.
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read more? Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning we only get paid if we recover compensation for you. Our fee is a percentage of your settlement or verdict. If we don't win, you owe us nothing. This allows anyone, regardless of financial situation, to have access to experienced legal representation against well-funded trucking companies.
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read more? Truck accident cases typically take longer than
car accident cases because of their complexity. Simple cases might settle in several months. Complex cases involving catastrophic injuries, multiple defendants, or disputes over liability can take one to three years. If the case goes to trial, add another year. We move as efficiently as possible while ensuring we don't settle for less than your...
read more? Commercial trucks are required to carry substantial insurance, but violations happen. If the at-fault truck is uninsured or underinsured, we explore other options: Your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage Liability of the trucking company, loading company, or other parties Personal assets of responsible parties
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read more? Yes, as long as you are found less than 51% at fault. . Florida uses modified comparative negligence. You can recover damages reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you were 20% at fault, you'd receive 80% of the total damages. Insurance companies will try to maximize your fault percentage to reduce what they pay, which is why skilled legal representation matters.
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read more? Trucking companies almost always deny liability initially. They have legal teams and investigators whose job is to shift blame onto you. Don't let their denials discourage you. An experienced attorney will conduct an independent investigation, gather evidence, and prove negligence regardless of what the company claims.
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read more? Florida's statute of limitations for personal injury claims is two years from the date of the accident. For
wrongful death claims, the family has two years from the date of incident. Miss these deadlines, and you lose your right to compensation. Some claims against government entities have even shorter deadlines, so contacting an attorney immediately is critical.
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read more? Nothing upfront. We work on contingency, meaning we only get paid if we win. If we don't recover money, you owe us nothing.
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read more? This is where your own UM/UIM coverage becomes crucial. If you have it, your insurance steps in. If not, an attorney can explore other options.
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read more? Yes, as long as you weren't more than 50% responsible. Florida's comparative negligence rule allows you to recover compensation reduced by your percentage of fault.
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read more? Florida's statute of limitations for personal injury claims is two years from the accident date. Miss this deadline, and you lose your right to compensation.
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read more? You can still pursue compensation. While insurance will try to use this against you, the at-fault driver's negligence caused the crash. An experienced attorney can show your injuries would have occurred regardless.
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read more? You should at least speak with an attorney before accepting anything. Early offers are often made before the full extent of your injuries is known, and once you accept a settlement, you generally cannot go back for more. An attorney can evaluate whether the offer reflects the true value of your claim, whether all available sources of recovery have been identified, and whether accepting makes...
read more? You may still have a claim against a government entity or contractor, but these cases have special notice requirements and tight deadlines. Talk to a lawyer quickly so evidence is preserved and the correct parties are put on notice.
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read more? Yes. Because motorcycles aren’t covered by Florida’s PIP/no-fault laws, riders aren’t bound by the “permanent injury” threshold that limits pain-and-suffering claims in most car cases. In practice, that means an injured motorcyclist can pursue noneconomic damages (like pain and suffering) directly against the at-fault party, alongside medical bills, lost income, and other economic...
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