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Since 1976, Daniel L. Hightower has been standing up for the rights of people against those that caused them injury. Many times the at-fault party is represented by an insurance company, or the injured party is seeking benefits from their own insurance company. You do not have to, and should not, go it alone against the insurance companies, even if the insurance company is your own. The attorneys at Hightower & Hightower, P.A. have years of experience successfully representing the interests of their clients and obtaining recoveries on their behalf.
Each lawyer in the Personal Injury Department has years of experience prosecuting personal injury and wrongful death claims of people and families in the courts of central and north Florida. Each attorney is assisted by a team of top-notch paralegals, investigators and support staff that help to investigate each claim and vigorously prosecute each case to a swift resolution.
Many of our clients have been seriously or catastrophically injured and proving such a case often demands the coordination of various resources, including accident reconstructionists, engineers and economists. We have the professional and financial resources to properly prepare these cases.
Client satisfaction is of utmost importance to Hightower & Hightower, P.A. and we feel strongly about frequent communication with our clients and keeping them informed of the status of their cases every step of the way.
When Hightower & Hightower, P.A. undertakes the legal representation of a client, we make a commitment to the client to see them through until justice is obtained. From the beginning of the case, the legal professionals at Hightower & Hightower, P.A. fully investigate the case, develop trial strategies and aggressively pursue a just resolution of the claim, both by settlement or by jury verdict. All of the attorneys in the Personal Injury Department are proven trial lawyers that will take your case to trial for you if necessary.
The vast majority of our cases are handled on a contingency fee basis which means that we don't charge any fees or costs unless we make a recovery for you. If you have a potential personal injury claim, please feel free to contact us. Prior to representing any client, an attorney will meet with you personally to discuss your case at no charge to you.
Below are types of Personal Injury Claims we handle:
How Is The Value of Your Personal Injury Case Calculated?
Determining the value of a personal injury claim depends on many factors, including:
- Severity of Injuries: The extent and permanence of your injuries.
- Medical Expenses: Past and future medical costs.
- Lost Wages & Earning Capacity: Missed workdays and any long-term impact on your ability to earn income.
- Pain and Suffering: Physical pain and emotional distress caused by the accident.
- Contributory Negligence: Whether you share any fault for the incident and to what extent.
Our goal is to quantify and pursue all of the damages you are entitled to, covering medical bills, rehabilitative care, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, and, in certain cases, punitive damages. Before we represent you, we offer a free consultation to discuss these details and help you understand potential outcomes.
Personal Injury Questions
Florida follows a modified comparative negligence standard. This means that the amount of money you can get might be reduced based on how much you were at fault. If you’re found to be more than 50% at fault, you might not be able to get any compensation at all. It’s also important to remember that just because you think you might have done something wrong, it doesn’t mean you don’t have a case. Insurance companies often try to say that the person who’s making a claim was more at fault than they really were, just so they can pay out less money.
If you get hurt on the job, Florida law says you usually have to go through the workers’ compensation system, rather than taking your employer to court. But, if someone or something outside of your job (like a careless driver, or a property owner who didn’t take care of their space) causes your injury, that’s when you’d file a personal injury claim. In some situations, like a work injury caused by a third party, you may actually have both a workers’ comp claim and a personal injury claim at the same time.
Some injuries don’t show up right away, so it’s better to be safe than sorry. Seek medical attention, even if your injuries seem minor at first. Also take photos of the scene, get contact information for any witnesses, and avoid giving a recorded statement to an insurance adjuster before speaking with an attorney. What you say early on can end up being used against you later.
The length of time it takes to resolve a personal injury case can vary greatly, depending on how complicated the case is and how badly you’re hurt. Straightforward claims can settle in a matter of months. If your injuries are really serious or will affect you for a long time, it’s going to take longer. We need to know exactly how much medical care you’ll need before we can settle the case. If we rush into a settlement too quickly, before you’ve fully recovered, you might not get the compensation you deserve. Learn more about how long personal injury cases typically take here.
When you come in for your consultation, try to bring any documentation you have related to the accident. This might be photos, insurance information, medical records or bills, and letters from the insurance company. Most importantly, don’t stress about the consultation. We’re here to listen to your story and learn the facts of your case. Do not worry if you don’t have everything gathered yet. Our goal is to make this process as smooth as possible for you, so just come prepared to share your story and we’ll take it from there.
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