We all have a duty to avoid causing preventable harm to others. If a person, company, organization, or government agency fails in that duty and you get hurt, you could take legal action to get compensation for your injuries.
Contact a St. Cloud personal injury lawyer at The Florida Firm. We have decades of experience helping people like you obtain justice for injuries caused by the negligent or reckless conduct of others. Our attorneys have a stellar reputation for aggressive and capable legal representation as well as compassionate care for our clients. In fact, our firm is so trusted among local law firms that the majority of our cases are referrals from other attorneys.
We Handle All Types of Injury Cases
At The Florida Firm, we have attorneys with experience in all types of injury claims. Many of our clients have been injured in vehicle accidents involving cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles, or ATVs. Others were hit by a motorized vehicle while cycling or using the roads on foot or on a mobility device. We have obtained verdicts or settlements exceeding $1 million for numerous clients injured in vehicle accidents.
We have a robust practice pursuing compensation for victims of medical malpractice. We hold doctors, hospitals, urgent care centers, and other healthcare providers accountable for the harm they cause. We also pursue justice for the victims of nursing neglect and abuse, and could pursue manufacturers for compensation if a dangerous drug or medical device caused you illness, injury, or death.
If a fall, dog bite, or any other preventable incident on someone else’s property caused your injury, we could seek compensation from the property owner. If you were injured at work, our St. Cloud accident attorneys could ensure you receive your workers’ compensation benefits and investigate whether you might have a claim against a third party.
How Long Do I Have to File A Personal Injury Claim?
There are legal time limits that apply to personal injury actions. Florida Statutes § 95.11 sets the limit for most claims at two years from the date of injury.
When the injury or its cause is not apparent immediately, you have two years from the date of discovery to bring a lawsuit. However, if the injury arose due to medical malpractice, you must file a lawsuit within four years of the incident, regardless of the date of discovery.
When a minor is injured, parents can sue on their behalf within two years of the date of the injury. You have until your child’s eighth birthday to sue for birth injuries and other medical malpractice on a young child. The best way to preserve your child’s right to compensation after suffering bodily harm is to consult one of our qualified personal injury attorneys in St. Cloud as quickly as possible to discuss your legal options.
Establishing Your Right to Compensation
In most accident cases, you must prove your injury was the direct result of another party’s negligence. Negligence in this context refers to a failure to take reasonable steps to prevent harm to others. There are various nuances to this definition that apply in certain cases—for example, people caring for children or driving a truck or bus must meet a higher standard of care to avoid being negligent.
In some cases, such as dog bite injuries and harm caused by dangerous products, strict liability applies. In a dog bite case, you must prove that a specific dog owned by an identified person caused an injury, but there is no need to show that the owner was careless. Similarly, when a product causes harm, a St. Cloud injury attorney must prove that the product was defective, but not that the manufacturer was negligent.
In addition to proving your legal entitlement to compensation, at The Florida Firm, we could help and support you while your case is pending. We could ensure you receive necessary referrals to medical specialists and negotiate payment with your healthcare providers. We also have staff who could help you apply for disability benefits and identify other benefits you may be entitled to receive.
Contact a St. Cloud Personal Injury Attorney To Pursue a Legal Claim
Life gets complicated when you get hurt in an accident. You may struggle to get the medical care you require, your creditors may be demanding money you do not have because you cannot work, and you might not know how to hold the people responsible for your accident accountable.
A St. Cloud personal injury lawyer from Colling Gilbert Wright could ease your recovery journey and ensure you receive fair compensation. We do not accept payment from you until we obtain money for you, so get in touch with us today, risk-free.