When you sustain an injury, every aspect of your life can be affected. In many cases, you will deal with medical bills, lost wages, and other financial losses. You may also experience pain and suffering because of the incident.
When someone else is responsible for your injury, however, you may be able to file a claim for damages.
What Types Of Accidents Lead To Personal Injuries?
Personal injuries can be the result of a variety of different accidents.
Common accidents or incidents that result in personal injury lawsuits include:
1. Slips And Falls
When the environment around you is unsafe, you are likely to fall, leading to potentially serious injuries. In many cases, the environment isn’t as safe as it could be because the person or organization responsible for maintaining it has become negligent. Examples of situations that often lead to falls include poorly maintained stairs, lack of lighting, and wet surfaces.
2. Car Accidents
Accidents in Tallahassee involving any type of vehicle can lead to severe injuries and even death. If another driver caused the accident, you may be entitled to compensation. Some car accident claims may also be filed against vehicle manufacturers or entities responsible for maintaining road conditions.
3. Swimming Pool Accidents
Many residents of Tallahassee have swimming pools. Owners of swimming pools are responsible for keeping them reasonably safe for patrons and visitors. When swimming pool accidents occur because of negligence, the owner of the pool may be financially responsible.
4. Defamation
When a person or organization makes spoken or written remarks that are harmful to your reputation, you may be able to file a claim for damages. To qualify for compensation, you must be able to show that the remarks made were both false and damaging.
5. Assault And Battery
If someone harms you or has clear intentions of harming you, you may be able to file an assault and battery claim. These claims can involve physical harm, as well as emotional damage, related to threats made against you.
6. Animal Attacks
Owners of dogs and other pets prone to violent behavior are responsible for any resulting accidents. If you are attacked by an animal and subsequently injured, you may be able to file a personal injury claim against the animal’s owner.
Knowing When To File A Claim
Following an incident that led to injury, you may wonder whether it is in your best interest to file a claim against the party responsible. Lawsuits can be upsetting and time-consuming.
On the other hand, if you suffered an injury, you may be entitled to compensation for your financial losses, as well as any impact on your quality of life. For this reason, it is important to consider your options carefully.
In general, a personal injury claim will only be successful if you can show that the incident was the result of negligence and that it resulted in verifiable damages. If you aren’t sure whether you have enough evidence to meet these requirements, the skilled attorneys at Florin|Roebig can review your case and provide guidance.
Keep in mind that you have only a limited amount of time after sustaining a personal injury to file your claim, also called a statute of limitations. If you don’t file your claim by the legal deadline, you won’t be able to collect the money you need to pay your expenses and move on with your life. To ensure that you don’t miss this deadline, you need to act quickly after an accident occurs.
Understanding Negligence Laws In Florida
States have different laws with regard to negligence and its effects on a victim’s ability to recover personal injury damages. In some states, a victim who is even partially at fault for an accident cannot sue for damages.
In Florida, however, you can recover compensation even if you contributed to your accident. Florida’s negligence law is based on a principle of “comparative fault.” This means that damages are calculated based on proportions of fault for the incident in question.
Your own level of fault for the incident will directly reduce the total damages you can collect. For example, if the court finds you to be 10 percent at fault for the incident, your allowable damages will be reduced by 10 percent.
A personal injury attorney can help you understand consideration of negligence in Florida and the amount of compensation you can receive and damages you may be able to pursue based on your accident.
Types Of Damages Awarded In Tallahassee
Two primary types of damages are available to victims of personal injury. The most common types of damages awarded are compensatory damages. Compensatory damages are intended to cover a specific expense associated with your injury.
For example, if you went to the hospital after a car accident, compensatory damages may be awarded to pay your medical bills. You may also receive compensatory damages for expenses you expect to pay in the future, such as estimated future medical expenses and lost earning capacity.
If the party responsible for your accident was particularly negligent or showed evidence of malicious intent, you may receive punitive damages as well. The purpose of punitive damages is to punish the party responsible and deter them from harming anyone else in the future.
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Questions To Ask A Personal Injury Attorney
Before hiring a personal injury attorney, it is important to learn as much as possible about the attorney’s services, as well as the most likely outcome of your case. Here are five questions you should ask before you agree to work with any personal injury attorney.
1. Do I meet the requirements to file a claim?
Not every personal injury will qualify for a personal injury claim. Ask your attorney if you meet the requirements to file.
2. How much do you believe my case is worth?
It is always a good idea to ask your attorney for an estimate of the damages you could expect to receive if you win the case. Knowing what to expect at the start of your claim can help avoid any disappointments.
3. What is your fee structure like?
Some attorneys will charge upfront fees, while others charge fees only if you win. Be sure to ask your attorney how you will be billed.
4. Who will work with me?
When dealing with a law firm, you may interact with multiple lawyers and aids. Ask your attorney who you can expect to interact with the most as your case proceeds.
5. What is the most likely outcome of my case?
Attorneys who have experience with personal injury claims can predict the most likely outcome of your case. Ask your attorney to be honest with you so you can have realistic expectations.
List Of Personal Injury Attorneys In Tallahassee
With so many law firms out there, knowing who to work with for your claim can be a difficult decision. The personal injury attorneys at Florin|Roebig specialize in personal injury cases, among others, and can provide detailed guidance every step of the way.
Here is a list of our personal injury attorneys who serve all areas of Florida, including Tallahassee:
- Wil H. Florin, B.C.S.
- Tommy D. Roebig. B.C.S.
- Chase P. Florin, B.C.S.
- Neil P. O’Brien, M.B.A.
- Shaun M. Cummings
- Luca G. Esposito
- Chad K. Florin, M.B.A., LL.M.
- Nicholas S. Costantino
- Parker Y. Florin, LL.M.
- Taylor D. Roebig
- Michael A. Ossi, O.C.
- Lawrence J. Najem, O.C.
- Andrew M. Leone, O.C.
- Nollys R. Solarte, O.C.
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Get Help With Your Personal Injury Claim
If you have been injured because of someone else’s negligence, you need to act quickly. The experienced personal injury lawyers at Florin|Roebig are here to help you file a successful claim and receive the compensation you deserve. Please contact our office today to schedule a consultation.
