Port Charlotte residents may be injured in a variety of different circumstances, from dog bites to car accidents. Regardless of the cause, these injuries often result in significant financial and personal losses. The easiest way to recover these losses is by filing a personal injury claim against the party who caused your injury.
The team at Florin|Roebig understands personal injury cases in Port Charlotte. Whatever the situation may be, we can help you pursue the compensation you deserve.
Car Accidents And Other Incidents That Lead To Personal Injury
In Port Charlotte, personal injury claims can result from a number of different causes. Each type of incident is unique and will have an impact on the way the case progresses.
Six of the most common incidents that may lead to a personal injury claim in Port Charlotte include:
- Car Accidents — Auto accidents are common in Port Charlotte and surrounding Charlotte County. In fact, in 2017, these accidents led to a total of 1,594 injuries. Injuries sustained in auto accidents often lead to personal injury claims. In addition, Port Charlotte’s location, with its road infrastructure and traffic patterns, may be susceptible to motor vehicle accidents. Highways, intersections, and busy streets can experience a higher volume of traffic, increasing the likelihood of collisions caused by factors such as distracted driving, speeding, or failure to follow traffic regulations.
- Medical Malpractice — When a doctor, nurse, or another healthcare professional is negligent and causes harm, a medical malpractice case may be the result.
- Dog Bites — When a dog bites someone in Port Charlotte, the animal’s owner may be held responsible for the resulting injuries and trauma. To collect compensation from the owner, however, the victim must file a personal injury claim.
- Slip and Falls — In the state of Florida, falls are a leading cause of injury-related hospitalization among patients of all ages. For patients over the age of 65, falls are the leading cause of accidental death. When a fall occurs in an unsafe area that has been neglected by the property owner, victims are often able to file personal injury claims. In addition, Port Charlotte’s environment, which may include commercial establishments, residential properties, and public spaces, can present potential hazards that contribute to slip and fall accidents. Factors such as uneven walkways, poorly maintained surfaces, inadequate lighting, or wet floors due to weather conditions can increase the risk of slips and falls in the area.
- Recreational Activities: Port Charlotte’s proximity to the water and outdoor recreational opportunities may make activities such as boating, fishing, or water sports popular in the area. Engaging in these activities without proper precautions, knowledge, or adherence to safety guidelines can lead to accidents and injuries, particularly in instances of boating collisions, diving accidents, or water-related incidents.
- Construction and Workplace Accidents: Port Charlotte’s environment may include construction sites, industrial areas, and various workplaces. Inadequate safety measures, lack of proper training, or negligence in maintaining a safe work environment can contribute to accidents such as falls from heights, machinery-related injuries, or exposure to hazardous substances.
What You Need To Know About Personal Injury Claims
Personal injury claims in Port Charlotte can be complicated, and it is important to learn certain facts about these claims before you begin the process so you can make the best decisions every step of the way.
For example, claimants must understand that no personal injury case in Port Charlotte will be successful unless negligence is a factor in the case. This means that a person or organization must have behaved negligently, and the claimant must be able to show that this negligence was the cause of injury.
Claimants must also understand that they have only a limited time to file a personal injury claim. After an incident occurs, the statute of limitations begins. If the claimant does not file within this time period, they may forfeit the right to collect compensation.
Because the time to file a claim is limited, it is important to move quickly after an accident occurs. Florin|Roebig recommends contacting a personal injury attorney as soon as you have received any necessary medical care.
In addition, keep in mind that the outcome of your personal injury claim will be largely based on the financial and personal impacts of the accident. For this reason, it is important to document all these issues carefully and thoroughly.
Types Of Damages Awarded For Personal Injury Claims In Port Charlotte
If you win your personal injury case in Port Charlotte, you may receive the following types of damages, depending on the details of your case:
- medical damages — Most injuries result in the need for medical care. Your settlement will include damages related to the care you have already received, as well as the care you are expected to need as you recover.
- compensation for lost employment — When an injury prevents you from working, you may receive compensation for the wages you have lost and/or are expected to lose in the future.
- benefits for intangible effects — Injuries may result in significant changes to your personal life, such as a loss of your ability to enjoy former hobbies. You may also experience physical pain and psychological trauma because of the incident. In such cases, financial settlements typically include additional damages.
- punitive damages — If the person or organization that caused your accident was behaving maliciously or exhibited an extreme level of negligence, your financial settlement may include punitive damages as well.
Knowing What Your Claim Is Worth
The amount of compensation you can receive when you win a personal injury case will be dependent on several factors specific to the case. One of the most important factors that comes into play when calculating compensation amounts is the financial impact the injury has had on your life.
The more the injury has cost you and/or is expected to cost you in the future, the higher your settlement amount will likely be. Likewise, the personal impacts of the injury will be taken into account as well.
For example, if your injury was minimally painful and is expected to heal completely, your claim will be worth less than it would have been if your injury were expected to cause lifelong disability and chronic discomfort.
Determining the most likely value of your claim can be a challenge, but one of our experienced attorneys can evaluate your case and tell you more about what you can expect.
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Do I Need To Hire A Personal Injury Attorney?
There is no law that requires you to hire a personal injury attorney before filing a claim in a Port Charlotte court. Nonetheless, hiring an attorney is still in your best interest.
Without an attorney, the defendant is less likely to take your claim seriously. Likewise, not having an attorney to provide guidance increases the chances that you will make an error and/or fail to comply with Florida legal requirements when filing your claim.
In addition, when you do not have an attorney to represent you, you will not have anyone to turn to when you have questions or concerns about your case. Instead, you will be forced to navigate this complicated situation on your own, and your chances of winning a fair settlement for your injuries may be reduced.
Having an attorney improves your overall chances of winning your claim and recovering compensation for your injuries, makes the process of filing a claim easier, and ensures you have guidance throughout the process so mistakes are less likely.
List Of Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Port Charlotte
Although you may be able to file a personal injury claim without the help of an attorney, this is not the best way to proceed. If you want to have the best possible chance of winning your case, you need a qualified legal representative who can help you collect evidence and construct strong arguments.
Florin|Roebig employs a team of attorneys who have experience representing clients in personal injury claims.
Some of the personal injury attorneys on our team who can accept cases from clients in Port Charlotte include:
- Wil H. Florin, B.C.S.
- Tommy D. Roebig, B.C.S.
- Chad K. Florin, M.B.A., LL.M.
- Taylor D. Roebig
- John J. Hart
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Reach Out For Help With Your Personal Injury Claim
Do not allow the party who caused your injuries to get away with what they have done. By filing a personal injury claim in Port Charlotte, you will be able to get the compensation you deserve and ensure that the responsible party is brought to justice. Please contact the attorneys at Florin|Roebig today to make an appointment.
