Local Experts Who Know the Intricacies of Personal Injury Law

Can you sue for bodily injury in Florida?

If you are injured in an accident, you are entitled to compensation for bodily injury as well as a multitude of other damages, including damages related to medical care expenses, wage loss, pain and loss of capacity for the enjoyment of life. With regard to personal injury law, the opportunity to pursue your damages depends on several factors – including proving the fault of the responsible party, proving the severity of your injuries and demonstrating the extent of your losses in order to help you recover the full value of your damages. An assessment of how to prove your case begins as early as your free consultation with us, where we listen to your unique story, and continues throughout your representation, settlement or trial.

Your losses for which you are entitled to recover money damages include physical and emotional injuries, your past and future medical expenses and wage losses, pain, suffering, disfigurement and loss of your capacity for the enjoyment of life. Emotional injuries, in particular, pertain to the impact on your psyche after enduring a frightening or traumatic event. As local personal injury attorneys for over 30 years, our pledge has been to guide our clients toward peace of mind and the soundest advice in the realm of personal injury law.

To determine if you have a valid personal injury claim, it’s always best practice to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney with extensive expertise in personal injury law and a proven track record.

What is the statute of limitations for personal injury in Florida?

Every case, including personal injury lawsuits in the state of Florida, is governed by statutes of limitations which set an established time limit to file lawsuits.

Many personal injury lawsuits must be filed within four years of the date of the accident. Wrongful death lawsuits must be filed within two years. Injuries resulting from professional negligence, such as medical malpractice, must also be filed within two years. If your claim is not settled or lawsuit filed within the statute of limitations, you will, in most cases, be barred from pursuing damages for your losses.

Two to four years may seem to you like a long timeframe. But it’s important to remember that personal injury law can become complex and requires time to build a strong case. Waiting too long to file can result in losing key evidence – even witnesses can forget what actually occurred. This is why it’s incredibly important to consult a personal injury attorney who has years of expertise in personal injury law and can move swiftly with establishing a case.

Dannheisser Injury Law, of course, a great example. Dan has served as a trial lawyer since 1977, and is AV-rated – the highest distinction given to trial attorneys – by Martindale Hubbell. Josh, who is also AV-rated, strives to bring a single-minded focus to achieve the very best for every client. Your case requires the focus of an experienced law firm, like ours, with a track record of success in personal injury law.

If you’ve been injured in an accident, it’s important to speak with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible to ensure you’re taking steps to protect and preserve your legal rights.

All injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no lawyer fee for our representation until you receive compensation for your injuries and damages.