Zervos & Calta, PLLC - Personal Injury Attorney - Clearwater

When looking for a personal injury lawyer who will fight for your rights, there are some important things to consider. Find out how successful they are by looking at their settlements and reviews, are they experienced trial attorneys, how many years they’ve been in practice, and what is the focus of their practice.

If you’ve suffered injuries as a result of someone else’s negligence, carelessness, or intent, a personal injury lawyer can help you recover compensation for damages, medical bills, and lost wages. They will either fight for a good settlement, or take the case to court if necessary.

Florida law states that when you file a personal injury claim, it has to either be filed or settled within four years from the date of the incident. You will not be able to file a claim after that deadline has passed. A malpractice claim deadline is generally only two years, however, and there are some limited exceptions. Time is critical for injured victims of any type of accident to contact an accident lawyer.

In Florida, accident victims have four years from the date of a car accident to file a lawsuit seeking compensation. This time limit is known as the statute of limitations. Although four years may seem like a long time, it is crucial that you speak with an attorney as soon as possible about your case. Your attorney will want to preserve evidence and investigate the crash before important details are lost or forgotten. You attorney will also want to handle communication with the insurance companies from the very beginning to ensure you are not taken advantage of.