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If you have been in an accident that hurt you or someone you love, those at fault should be held accountable. An experienced Port St Lucie personal injury lawyer can help make that happen.

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Whether your accident was a car crash, truck accident, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, premises, or product liability, our personal injury lawyers are ready to proceed with your claim and help secure the compensation you deserve.

Call us today at (561) 655-1990 for a free case analysis with a personal injury attorney in Port St. Lucie, Florida.



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How is fault determined in a Port St. Lucie personal injury accident?

Determining fault in Port St. Lucie personal injury accidents can be complicated, especially if more than one person is involved.

You will need to prove duty of care, breach of duty, and negligence that resulted in your injury. However, this can be challenging to do on your own. An experienced personal injury lawyer can help you determine who is actually at fault for your accident.

We will make sure that we identify the correct party and prevent their legal team from painting you as the at-fault party. Our lawyers know that even if you were partially at fault for the accident, you are still legally within your rights to claim damages from those who shared responsibility.


What is the potential impact of comparative fault in Florida?

Florida is a comparative fault state. The law can be a bit confusing to understand if you’ve never heard the term before. Comparative negligence laws allow victims to sue for damages even if they were partially at fault for the accident that led to their injury. You can collect damages minus the amount that you were responsible for.

For example, if you were found 10% at fault for an accident, you can collect 90% of the damages awarded.


Statute of Limitations for personal injury claims


When you are pursuing a personal injury claim or wrongful death claim, it’s essential to be aware of the time restrictions for when you must file your claim. In Florida, there is a specific time limit set forth by the statute of limitations.

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You must file your personal injury claims within this period. Otherwise, you lose your chance to receive compensation for the damages you suffered. It is extremely rare for a court to hear a case once the statute of limitations has expired.

In Florida, you have two years from the date of the accident to file your personal injury claim. You have two years from the date of the accident to file a wrongful death or medical malpractice claim.


A Port St. Lucie personal injury attorney provides effective representation


Insurance companies only care about their bottom line, even if it means denying claims from people who need their help. That’s why personal injury attorneys exist. We support our clients, protect their rights, and ensure those who harmed them are held responsible for their actions.

A Port St. Lucie personal injury attorney can provide effective representation to help you collect maximum compensation. We work tirelessly to gather evidence and pursue litigation against the at-fault party.

While you focus on healing from your injuries, we will do the hard work to recover damages for your losses.


Reasons to choose our law firm as your personal injury attorneys


We’ve been around for more than 35 years, and we aren’t going anywhere. We’ve taken on big corporations and insurance companies to protect the rights of our clients, and those big companies know exactly who we are. They know we won’t hesitate to take your case to trial and are more willing to negotiate because of it.

Our reputation of aggressive representation is why over 40% of our new cases come from referring attorneys and past client referrals.

Since 1985, we’ve recovered more than $2.5 billion for our clients. Rest assured that we will earn maximum compensation for your injuries.


We only get paid if you win.

We know that you have lost a lot financially dealing with unexpected medical bills and time off work. That’s why our attorneys work on a contingency fee structure.

Our personal injury attorneys don’t get paid until they win your case. That means there’s no risk when you decide to work with our expert Port St. Lucie Fl personal injury firm. We ensure that you get the best representation without putting yourself in more debt.

Only collecting payment once we win your case gives us a greater incentive to get you the maximum compensation.


We prepare every case for trial

Insurance companies will offer small settlement offers that barely cover your economic damages rather than providing you with the amount you rightfully deserve. Even though their job is to pay out the money, they are more interested in protecting their bottom line.

That is why we prepare every personal injury case for trial from day one. We create a strong case while the evidence is fresh to give you the best chance to gain maximum compensation.


We treat clients like family.

After suffering a tragic injury, the last thing you need is a cold, impersonal legal team who won’t answer your calls. With our firm, our clients are like family. We know that our family needs compassion and respect through this challenging time.

Our team is happy to answer questions, speak with clients, and keep them informed of every development in the case. We’re fiercely protective of our clients and are willing to fight for their rights as if they were our family.


We earn maximum compensation for your injuries

We believe that all victims should get the maximum compensation for their physical and emotional injuries from the negligent party’s insurance company. 

However, insurance companies will try to offer you less than you deserve. We won’t stand for your suffering to be diminished by their low compensation offer.


Potential damages in a Port St Lucie personal injury lawsuit


Several types of damages can be claimed in a personal injury lawsuit. These vary between cases, but generally, the more severe a personal injury is, the more damages that can be claimed. Lingering or permanent injuries will incur higher damages as they continue to affect victim’s lives post-accident.

Economic damages

Economic damages are financial costs that you paid as a result of your injury. They have a price tag, receipt, or some form of paper trail that shows what you should be reimbursed.

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Economic damages include damage to your property, medical bills, and lost wages while you were healing.

Economic damages can include:

  • Medical expenses: medical bills from past and/or current treatment, and diagnoses or doctor recommendations for future care
  • Lost wages: pay stubs showing your docked pay for a period and a doctor’s note requiring you to miss work
  • Loss of ability to work: a doctor’s note to prove that you can no longer perform at your past career due to your injuries
  • Property damage: proven by mechanic receipts, rental car bills, and other bills to repair the damage

Non-economic damages

Non-economic damages are intangible. They are emotional and mental injuries or losses that the victim suffered as a result of the accident.

Non-economic damages can be a variety of things, ranging from anxiety to pain to loss of consortium.

Because non-economic damages do not have a paper trail, they are harder to prove in court. However, our personal injury attorneys in Port St. Lucie, FL, know what it takes to win your non-economic damages claims. We will ensure those who hurt you are held accountable.

Non-economic damages may include:

  • Emotional trauma
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Loss of quality of life
  • Pain and suffering
  • Loss of consortium if the victim perished
  • Fear
  • Embarrassment
  • Anxiety or other mental illnesses
  • Permanent disfigurement
  • Amputation

How do you choose the best personal injury lawyer for your needs?

A personal injury lawyer will work closely with you for months or years, so you must choose the best lawyer for your needs. The best lawyer will prioritize you as a person—not a case number.

Look for these qualities in a personal injury lawyer:

  • A lawyer with few active cases so they can devote the necessary time to your case
  • A lawyer who will actually work on your case themselves rather than pawning it off on younger associates
  • A lawyer who has experience in similar types of cases
  • A lawyer with a high success rate for similar kinds of cases, especially in trials
  • A lawyer who can provide a reasonable estimate of how long your case will take, what challenges they foresee, and an approximation of your damages
  • A lawyer who will prepare your case for trial, even if it means a longer duration of the case if it will ensure you get a higher compensation
  • A small firm where the lawyer will deal with you directly, unlike large firms where the assistants will be your main point of contact
  • A lawyer who is willing to have you contact former clients for testimonials so you can get a sense of what working with them is really like
  • A lawyer who makes you feel comfortable and respected

How does a personal injury claim work?

After suffering a personal injury, the plaintiff decides whether or not to pursue a claim for financial compensation from the at-fault party. They submit a demand letter to the individual that formally requests compensation for the damages incurred.

If the insurance company does not comply and award you the requested amount, you will need a Port St Lucie personal injury attorney who can represent you.

How personal injury cases differ from other legal cases

Personal injury cases are civil cases where you are filing a claim against a specific party who is legally at fault for causing your injury. The variety of circumstances, injuries, and damages make personal injury cases more complicated than other cases.

It is best to approach these cases with a Port St Lucie personal injury attorney who can navigate the complex system and get you the highest compensation possible.


Get in touch with a Port St. Lucie, FL personal Injury attorney


If you have been injured due to someone’s negligence, you need a Port St Lucie FL personal injury attorney. We are here to help you get the compensation you deserve. Call us today for a free consultation and case evaluation at (561) 655-1990.

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