Have you been injured in a car accident in Tampa, FL? If you were hurt due to someone else’s negligence, you may have the right to pursue compensation to cover the costs of your medical care, make up for lost wages, and ease your pain and suffering.
The experienced Tampa personal injury attorneys with Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers are here to help you fight to maximize your monetary settlement or award while you focus on your recovery.
For more than 29 years, our personal injury law firm has been an ally to accident victims just like you, having recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in settlements and awards.
When you hire Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers, you’ll have five decades of combined experience and the expertise of a Board Certified specialist in your corner. We’ll put the full force of our firm, resources, and skills behind you as we fight to get the results and justice you deserve, too.
You probably have a lot on your mind. Fortunately, we extend a free consultation to all prospective clients. Reach out to our law offices in Tampa, Florida, today to arrange a time to discuss your legal options by calling (813) 686-7588. We’re always standing by to help – 24, 7, 365.
Even after our fee is taken out, you’ll likely come out ahead in terms of your recovery by hiring a personal injury attorney. Having legal representation can elevate your case in many different ways, including:
Investigating your accident to gather evidence and identify liable parties
Calculate the value of your damages
Work with experts to establish the cause of your accident and prove every loss you’ve incurred
Handle all negotiations with the insurance company so they don’t try to lowball you
Take your case to court to maximize the value of your claim (if necessary).
Hiring an experienced personal injury lawyer can help you protect your rights so you won’t lose out on compensation due to mistakes you make during the claims process. Reach out to our attorneys to schedule a complimentary consultation to discuss how we can help.
At our law firm, our founding attorney Mark Roman is Board Certified in civil litigation by the Florida Bar. Board Certification matters. Only those attorneys who have a superior working knowledge of Florida personal injury law and who have repeatedly demonstrated an ability to win in the courtroom receive this prestigious designation.
Mark Roman is among the less than 2% of attorneys in the Sunshine State who can note themselves as experts and specialists in this field of law.
This helps to set us apart – and it’s what you need when you’re going up against huge corporations, strategic insurance companies, hospitals, employers, and other adversaries with deep pockets.
Some of our most notable awards and achievements include:
AV Rated by Martindale Hubbell
AVVO Rating 10
Million Dollar Advocates Forum®
Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum®
Tampa Bay’s Top Trial Lawyers
Top 50 US Verdicts – State of Florida
BBB A+ Rating
Lawyers of Distinction
We’re well-known and respected in the legal community and are held in high regard by the adversaries you’ll face. With us in your corner, you can rest assured that you’ll have the best opportunity to walk away with a full compensatory award.
How Much Does It Cost To Hire A Tampa Personal Injury Attorney?
Most Florida personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis. That means they charge nothing upfront. They will only charge you for the representation if they recover compensation for you through a settlement or verdict. If they fail to recover compensation for you, you won’t pay them any money.
Most personal injury attorneys in Tampa also offer no-charge consultations to prospective clients. Therefore, with the contingency fee system, the risks in hiring legal help for your case are minimal.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Tampa, FL
Car Accidents
The costs and consequences of a car accident in Tampa can be devastating. If you want to recover compensation, Florida’s no-fault rules direct that you’ll have to turn to your own insurance provider for assistance first. However, don’t expect your insurer to just write you a check for the full cost of your injuries. They’ll put up a fight and work to minimize your payout. Our Tampa car accident lawyers can help you navigate the claims process, work to secure a full payout, and then pursue additional damages from negligent parties, if necessary.
A brain injury can be terrifying and life-changing. Even though many types of brain injuries can heal over time, others will not. Brain trauma victims struggle with the consequences of their injury for life. That can get to be emotionally, physically, and financially draining. If someone else is responsible for the accident that caused your traumatic injury, you might be entitled to financial compensation. Contact our Tampa brain injury lawyers for help today.
Even when wearing a helmet, a bicyclist is still susceptible to severe, catastrophic injuries in the event of an auto accident in Tampa. Many times, bike accidents are caused by distracted or impaired motorists. However, those same motorists who cause these crashes blame the riders for getting hurt. Our Tampa bicycle accident lawyers will defend you if and when you are blamed for a bicycle accident. We’ll work to gather evidence to show that the negligent motorist – and not you – is at fault and financially responsible for your injuries.
When a motorcyclist is involved in a motor vehicle accident, the outcome can be tragic. Even if a rider survives their injuries, they may struggle with long-term disabilities and suffer from severe PTSD. In turn, the costs of a motorcycle crash can be quite burdensome.
An injured rider shouldn’t bear the costs of an accident that someone else caused. Our Tampa motorcycle accident lawyers can help you determine why your accident happened and, by extension, who is to blame. When we know who’s at fault, we can then aggressively pursue a full monetary award for all present and future damages on your behalf.
If you’ve suffered a slip and fall on someone else’s property in Tampa, FL, you may have a right to pursue compensation from the owner. If a dangerous condition or hazard on the property led to your all, the owner can be on the hook for the costs of your medical bills, lost wages, and more. However, the owner will likely try to fix whatever caused you to get hurt before you have a chance to take action. So, it’s important to reach out to an experienced slip & fall lawyer for help as soon as you can after you get hurt. Our team will launch a prompt investigation into your fall and work to preserve the evidence that we’ll need to support our premises liability claim.
Truck accidents aren’t all that uncommon in and around Hillsborough County. Many times, these catastrophic accidents occur because a driver and/or trucking companies violate federal and state safety regulations. This might involve driving for longer that is permitted by law or failing to regularly inspect and maintain a fleet of vehicles. These violations can be used as support for an injury claim as our truck accident lawyers pursue damages for your medical expenses, lost income, disability, and pain and suffering.
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have transformed the way we travel. Unfortunately, that transformation hasn’t necessarily involved a safer way to travel. Uber and Lyft drivers aren’t professionals. And, they’re among the most distracted drivers on the road. So, Uber and Lyft accidents happen quite frequently. Unfortunately, getting compensation after an Uber accident can be a challenge. Our uber accident lawyers know how to cut through the confusion, identify liable parties, and construct a persuasive claim that helps injury victims recover the money they rightfully deserve.
It’s painful to lose a family member. It can be even more difficult when that loss is sudden and avoidable. If someone you care about has died in an accident in Tampa, FL our compassionate lawyers will help you navigate this difficult time.
We’ll aggressively pursue monetary damages through a wrongful death claim to help you get back on your feet and to provide financial support for your family for years to come. Our wrongful death attorneys understand that money will never make up for your loss. However, it can provide some much-needed relief and a little bit of justice, too.
At Roman Austin Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers, our personal injury lawyers in Clearwater and New Port Richey, FL have more than 50 years of experience handling the most complex and challenging legal matters. Personal injury law is all we do. We usually use our expertise to represent clients in cases involving medical malpractice, product liability, workplace accidents, bad faith insurance practices, and more. Contact our law office in Tampa Bay if you need assistance seeking compensation for your losses and injuries.
Not all injuries and accidents result in a personal injury case. Likewise, not all will justify the time and expense to pursue an injury claim. You can gauge whether you have an injury case by asking the following:
Were you seriously injured?
Was someone else responsible?
Do you have expenses after the accident, such as medical bills or lost wages?
Do you have non-economic losses like pain and suffering or emotional distress?
If you answered yes to these questions, you likely have a claim. The best way to make sure you have a case is to consult an experienced attorney. Roman Austin would be proud to examine your case and explain your rights and options.
Common Injuries in Personal Injury Lawsuits
Tampa personal injury lawsuits arise out of various accidents and injuries. Common injuries include the following:
Broken bones
Back injury
Traumatic brain injury
Whiplash
Burns
Amputation
Paralysis
Head and neck injuries
Soft tissue injury
Nerve damage
Spinal cord injury
Joint injuries
Crush injuries
Internal organ damage
Chest injuries
Seek medical assistance immediately if you are injured in an accident. Delaying or refusing treatment can negatively impact your injuries and a subsequent claim.
Your medical bills, medical records, and photos of visible injuries can be used as evidence to strengthen the validity of your claim.
How Much Money Can I Get for My Tampa Personal Injury Case?
It depends. The value of your case depends on many different factors. Those factors are unique to you, and no other previous case provides a perfect example of what you can get. The money you can get for your injury claim will depend on the following:
The extent of your medical costs
The amount of work you’ve had to miss
Whether you’ve endured pain and suffering
Available insurance coverages
Whether you shared fault for the accident
The strength of your evidence.
The quickest way to get an idea of the value of your claim is to consult us. Our legal team can record and calculate all your damages, bringing in experts when necessary. We would be happy to help you figure out your case’s worth.
How Much Time Do I Have To File a Lawsuit in Florida?
There may be exceptions to the general two-year deadlineThe statute of limitations sets a deadline to file a Florida personal injury lawsuit against another party. For most negligence-based cases, you have two years from the injury date to take legal action. A court will likely dismiss your case if you fail to file your lawsuit within the applicable time frame.
There may be exceptions to the general two-year deadline, meaning you could have less (or more) time to act. Therefore, it’s crucial to speak with a qualified attorney to protect your right to compensation.
How to Prove a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Most personal injury claims revolve around negligence. Negligence means that a person failed to act reasonably and injured another person.In order to have a successful negligence claim, you must prove four elements:
Duty – You must show that the defendant owed you a duty of care. Duties typically arise from the law or from a special relationship between the parties.
Breach of Duty – You must prove that the defendant breached their duty. You will do this by showing they failed to act like a reasonable person in the circumstances leading up to your accident or injury.
Causation – You will have to establish that the defendant’s breach caused your accident. You must prove that your injuries wouldn’t have happened had it not been for the defendant’s conduct. You will also have to show your injuries were foreseeable.
Damages – You must show you suffered damages related to your injury.
You must prove each element to win your case. If you fail to prove just one, you won’t be able to obtain any compensation. This highlights the importance of having a skilled attorney on your side. Reach out to our legal team for help proving negligence and getting justice in your case.
What If I’m Partly At Fault For My Accident?
Florida is a modified comparative negligence state. This means that you can recover compensation even if you were partially to blame for your personal injury. You can still recover damages if you are less than 51% at fault for your injuries. However, your compensation will be reduced in proportion to your amount of fault.
You will be barred from recovering compensation if you are more than 50% at fault for your injuries. A skilled Tampa personal injury attorney can help you combat allegations that you contributed to your injuries.
What To Do After an Unexpected Injury
Accidents are unexpected and can drastically affect your daily life. Understanding what to do after an accident occurs can help make this challenging time more manageable.
Take the following steps after an accident:
Get medical attention
Dial 911 and obtain an accident report
Exchange insurance details and contact information
Take photos and videos of the accident scene and injuries
Gather statements from witnesses
Notify the insurance provider of the accident
Consult our Tampa personal injury lawyers
You should never admit fault while at the accident scene or when speaking to an insurance adjuster. Do not agree to provide a recorded statement for the insurance company, as your words can be used against you to deny your claim.
You can avoid making crucial missteps after an unexpected injury by contacting our law firm immediately.
Contact a Tampa Personal Injury Attorney at Roman Austin Today
You didn’t plan on getting into an accident. Someone else was careless, and now you’re struggling with a painful injury and faced with a financial catastrophe. Don’t let those responsible for your injuries off the hook.
Get in touch with our experienced personal injury attorneys so that we can demand the compensation you rightfully deserve.
We’ll conduct an investigation, deal with insurance companies, and fight to secure a full and fair compensation award on your behalf. When it comes time to make the tough choices – like whether to accept a settlement offer or take your case to a jury – we’ll be there to guide you every step of the way.
To learn more, please contact us to speak with a compassionate Tampa personal injury lawyer. We’ll gladly arrange a consultation at no cost, at a time that’s convenient for you. Our firm is located near you. We have an office in Tampa at 401 E. Jackson Street, Suite 3319, Tampa, FL.
