Florida Personal Injury Lawyer

If you or someone you love has been injured by another person’s or entity’s negligence, you are facing a serious challenge, both with your health and your finances. Because protecting your legal rights and your rightful compensation is paramount, one of the most important steps you can take is discussing your claim with an experienced Florida personal injury lawyer at The Umansky Law Firm today. We can take personal injury claims all over the State of Florida.

Personal Injury Claims We Handle

Your personal injury claim will be specific to the unique situation you find yourself in, but most fall into categories like the following:

• Traffic crashes of all kinds, including car, truck, motorcycle, bike, and pedestrian accidents
• Slip and fall accidents, dog bites, and other premises liability claims
• Product or drug liability claims
• Catastrophic injury, like TBI or paralysis, which is long-lasting or disabling
• Sexual abuse claims, such as from clergy or teachers
• Wrongful death claims, which are similar to personal injury claims but filed by family members who lost a loved one due to the negligence of others

A seasoned personal injury attorney from our Florida firm could build a solid claim in pursuit of just compensation that covers your full range of related losses. We believe liable parties should be held fully accountable for the harm they cause, and this is our number-one goal.

The Necessary Elements of Personal Injury Claims

There are specific elements that must be present to bring a successful personal injury claim in Florida.

The Other Party Owed You a Duty of Care

To begin, you must have been owed a duty of care by the other party. This is true of commercial property owners and managers when you are a guest, visitor, customer, or any other invitee who is legally on their premises. It is also true when you are on the road. Ultimately, everyone who gets behind the wheel of a vehicle accepts an immense responsibility to the safety of everyone else around them.

The Other Party Didn’t Live Up to Their Responsibility

The next element is a breached duty of care. If the other party failed to live up to this duty, it amounts to negligence, which personal injury claims are based upon. Common examples when it comes to traffic accidents include distraction, driving under the influence, fatigue, failure to follow state traffic laws, aggression, and speeding.

The Other Party’s Negligence Was the Direct Cause of the Accident

From here, you’ll need to show that the other party’s negligence was the direct cause of the accident in question. For example, if a distracted driver drifted out of their lane and threw you from your bike in the process, their distraction can be identified as the cause of the bike accident.

You Suffered Legal Damages as a Result

Finally, you must have suffered legal damages, which are losses that the law addresses, as a result of your accident. These can include each of the following:

• Any property damage, such as to your vehicle and its contents, in a traffic accident
• Your medical bills, which could extend into the future for serious injuries or complications
• Your lost income, which could be extensive if your earning power is affected
• Your physical and emotional pain and suffering, which can be difficult to overstate in the aftermath of a violent accident that leaves you injured

Your dedicated personal injury lawyer will leave no stone unturned in their quest to build a strong claim that clearly outlines each of these critical elements.

Proving Fault

Personal injury claims hinge on proving the other party’s negligence in the matter, and evidence plays a critical role. The kinds of evidence that strong personal injury claims are often based on include:

• Photos and videos captured by bystanders
• Footage from security cameras, traffic cameras, or dashcams in the case of traffic accidents
• Eyewitness testimony
• Physical evidence from the scene of the accident, such as skid marks left on the road after a car accident
• Accident recreation models that help illustrate the mechanics of the accident
• The testimony of expert witnesses in relevant professions

Learn How An Experienced Florida Personal Injury Attorney Will Fight for Your Rights

A savvy Florida personal injury lawyer at The Umansky Law Firm knows how important your claim is to your recovery and is committed to unleashing our impressive experience and legal skill on your behalf. Your claim is important, so please don’t hesitate to contact us online or call us for more information about what we can do to help you today. We take injury claims across the State of Florida.