Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer
Did you get hurt or lose a loved one in an accident in Jacksonville, Florida? You could be entitled to substantial compensation for the physical injuries, lost wages, and pain and suffering youโve endured from the accident. The Jacksonville personal injury attorneys at Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers are the compassionate partners you need right now.
Since 2012, weโve been committed to helping individuals who have been injured by the careless and preventable acts of others. Itโs heart-wrenching to see families struggling after tragedy strikes. We truly feel honored to be a part of the healing process.
Weโve recovered tens of millions of dollars for injured victims and their families after catastrophic accidents. Our legal team treats every client as if theyโre a member of our own family. We care about your situation and your future.
Contact our law office today at (904) 396-1100 to schedule your free consultation.
Why Choose Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers to Help After an Accident in Jacksonville, FL?
When youโve suffered the tragedy of a devastating accident, you may feel like your life will never be the same. Choosing the right attorney can make all the difference for your future.
In addition to an experienced attorney who can advocate for the compensation you deserve, you need someone compassionate and kind. Thatโs what youโll get at Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers. Weโre here to help you through whatโs possibly the most difficult time in your life.
Our attorneys have been recognized for their outstanding professional accomplishments as well as their dedication to excellent client service.
- A lawyer who is Board Certified in Construction Law by the Florida Bar
- 80 years of combined legal experience
- Both partners have been named Super Lawyers every year since 2009 (only 5% of attorneys in each state are selected)
- Florida Trends Legal Elite 2021 honoree
- Selected as Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers in Florida by National Trial Lawyers
- AV Preeminent-rated lawyer (the highest peer rating from Martindale-Hubbell)
- Recovered tens of millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for injfured clients.
When we commit to taking a case for you, you can count on us to be available for you when you need us. Weโll always be upfront with you, and weโll always keep you informed.
Start rebuilding your future today. Contact us to sit down and tell us about what happened. Weโll explain how we can help you begin the recovery process.
Visit Our Personal Injury Law Offices In Jacksonville, FL
Visit our law office conveniently located at 9471 Baymeadows Rd #105, Jacksonville, FL 32256.
Phone:
(904) 396-1100
(904) 447-2820
Hours: Open 24/7
Visit our Downtown Jacksonville law office located at 121 W. Forsyth St. Suite 170, Jacksonville, FL 32202.
Phone:
(904) 822-4225
(904) 875-8327
Hours: Open 24/7
Do I Have a Personal Injury Case?
If youโve been injured or lost a beloved person in an accident due to someone elseโs negligence, you may be able to file a claim. Not every accident results in a valid case.
The only way to know for sure is to talk to a reputable lawyer who focuses on personal injury law. We will sit down with you at no charge for an initial evaluation.
We Handle All Personal Injury Matters in Florida
A claim can arise from:
Car accidents
Motor vehicle accidents are incredibly common in and around the city. In fact, there are roughly 60 collisions a day in the Duval County area. So, insurance adjusters deal with personal injury claims like yours 24/7 – and know how to get the outcomes they want, not the results you deserve.
When you hire a Jacksonville car accident lawyer whoโs at home in the courtroom you force them to play by the rules. In turn, you enlarge the odds of meaningful monetary recovery.
Motorcycle accidents
Florida is one of the best places to ride a motorcycle. Unfortunately, motorcycle accidents are quite common. In 2021, there were 403 traffic accidents, including motorcycles in Duval County.
Since riders donโt have a lot of protection, fatal injuries and death are a reality for many. Following a collision, our Jacksonville motorcycle accident lawyers can help you seek maximum compensation from those responsible while you take the time you need to recover.
Truck accidents
With I-95 running through the heart of the city, Jacksonville sees its fair share of commercial trucks, including big rigs, tractor-trailers, amazon vans, and 18-wheeler. While these trucks keep things going, they also pose a serious threat to other motorists in the area.
When a truck is involved in a collision, the consequences are often fatal. Unfortunately, wrecks are often avoidable – and the result of truck driver carelessness or inadequate training. Our Jacksonville truck accident lawyers are here to help you fight for the accountability – and financial award – youโll need after a life-changing crash.
Pedestrian Accidents
Outside of a few neighborhoods – like Downtown, Riverside, and San Marco – Jacksonville is not a very walkable city. A lack of sidewalks and marked intersections makes it tough for pedestrians to get around safely. With the rise of distracted driving and aggressive drivers behind the wheel, they are at an even greater chance of being struck by vehicles.
Following an auto accident, negligent drivers must be held accountable. Our pedestrian accident lawyers are here to help you make that happen – by demanding full compensation for your injuries and suffering.
Bicycle Accidents
There were more than 240 bicycle accidents in Duval County in 2021. Jacksonville – particularly the downtown area – saw most of these tragic accidents. Itโs no surprise, given that the city lacks the infrastructure thatโs needed to keep riders safe – like dedicated or buffered bike lanes.
Many times, negligent drivers are accountable for accidents with bicyclists. When this happens, riders deserve full compensation for their severe injuries and trauma. Our bicycle accident attorneys are here to give you a voice and seek the financial justice you need.
Wrongful Death
Every year, hundreds of families experience the unexpected and devastating loss of a loved one. Whether itโs a car accident, medical malpractice, or a fall on a construction site, a family memberโs death can be traumatizing and impose significant monetary struggles.
If youโve lost a beloved person, our wrongful death attorneys are here to help you move forward and secure fairness. Weโll seek complete compensation from those responsible so that you can focus on yourself and your family during this tragic time.
Our law firm handles injuries caused by these types of accidents and many more, including:
- Catastrophic accidents and injuries
- Bus accidents
- Construction accidents
- Boating accidents
- Slip and fall and other premises liability accidents
- Defective products and product liability matters
- Uber & Lyft accidents
- Medical malpractice
- And more
No matter how you were injured, if someone else is to blame, you donโt have to suffer financially in addition to everything else youโve endured. Contact us today for immediate assistance with our experienced legal team.
Why Should I Hire a Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer?
Understandably, many people feel overwhelmed after an accident.
Thatโs why hiring the right attorney and obtaining legal services can be one of the best things you can do for yourself.
You Deserve a Level Playing Field
Insurance companies donโt play fair. Unfortunately, weโve seen it time and again. Theyโre out to maximize their profits. That signifies minimizing your payout.
Having a skilled lawyer on your side will let them know you mean business. Theyโll still put up a fight, but hiring an experienced attorney will dramatically increase your chances of getting the highest compensation you deserve.
They Have Access to Experts to Help Your Case
Personal injury cases are often complex. The accident may involve multiple parties, a complicated engineering problem, or injuries with long-lasting consequences.
Having experts trained in specific aspects of your case can make an enormous difference in not just whether you win or lose, but how much your award could be. Personal injury attorneys often have a trustworthy network of experts in various fields that they can call on to help.
Youโll Be Blamed For Your Accident
The path of least resistance for an insurance company to get out of paying is to place the blame on you for your accidentโuntil you reach out to a reputable lawyer for help. Sadly, many insurance companies try to get to you before you have a chance to reach out to a lawyer for just this intention. They might offer you a lowball offer, thinking that after an accident youโre desperate for cash.
A good attorneyโparticularly one with a solid understanding of the litigation tactics of large businessesโcan fight back against these tactics.
You Need Time to Rest
Dealing with the aftermath of an accident is physically, mentally, and emotionally painful and exhausting. The added stress of trying to communicate with insurance companies during this time is the last thing you need. You need time for yourself and for your beloved ones. Let us take care of advocating for your right to compensation.
Jacksonville, FL Accident Statistics [2023 Update]
Accidents of all kinds occur all around us every day.
For non-fatal injuries, falls are the number one cause that people in Duval County go to the Emergency Department. In 2020, that was the situation for 24,727 victims. Thatโs more than 67 per day.
In 2021 there were a total of 24,437 of all types of collisions in Duval County. According to statistics, there were 24,344 accidents in 2022.
As of September 2023, they’ve been 16,088 of all collisions in Duval County, from which 10,664 resulted in injuries and 121 in fatalities:
- 16,088 car accidents
- 213 bicycle crashes
- 371 motorcycle crashes
- 306 accidents involving pedestrians
How Much is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
We know youโre anxious and would like a clear answer. But weโd be doing a disservice to you if we attempted to put a dollar figure here without knowing your story.
Every case has its distinctive twists and turns that affect its potential value. What we can tell you is that weโll do everything we can to maximize your compensation.
With that context, here are factors that can affect it’s value:
- Whether the accident included a severe injury or death
- Expected recovery time
- Whether the accident caused a disability
- The amount of your lost wages
- Whether youโre able to return to your same job
- The amount of insurance coverage available
- Whether you were at fault for the accident
- The extent to which your family depends on your income
Each case is unique. We take a careful look at each individual situation to determine all possible sources of recovery. We make sure we understand the degree of the injuries. We calculate the total monetary impact of your injuries on you and your family.
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After an Accident in Florida?
In Florida, the statute of limitations that will apply to most personal injury cases was recently changed. Accidents occurring on or after 3/24/2023 have a two-year deadline, while those happening before that date have a four-year deadline.
If you lost a beloved person in an accident, you will need to file your wrongful death lawsuit within two years. Medical malpractice and nursing home abuse cases also have a two-year statute of limitations.
Thatโs just one motive itโs important to consult an experienced attorney soon after your accident. A thorough investigation prior to filing a lawsuit is critical. You will be in a better position for a strong case if your attorney gets a jump on your case as soon as possible.
What Damages Are Available to Accident Victims?
People injured through someone elseโs wrongdoing can seek compensation for monetary damages (economic damages) as well as intangible losses (non-economic damages), such as pain and suffering.
Generally, you can recover compensation for things like:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Decreased earning capacity
- Nursing care
- Medical equipment and devices
- Prescriptions
- Property damage
- Transportation costs related to medical treatment
- Mental anguish
- PTSD
- Disability
- Disfigurement
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of parental guidance and support
- Loss of enjoyment of life activities
The damages you may recover will be exclusive to your case. The monetary losses are generally easy to calculate.
The non-economic damages are more subjective and rely heavily on how your accident has affected you and your family. We consider it a privilege to be the voice to tell your story.
What If I’m Partially At Fault For the Accident?
In Florida, you will still be able to get some compensation as long as youโre not mostly to blame for the accident. We really hate to see people being unfairly blamed. Unfortunately, insurance corporations use this tactic frequently to try to get out of their fair share.
If you are partially at fault, Florida law requires that your compensation be reduced by the part of the accident caused by your own wrongdoing. So, if youโre found to be 20% responsible in a $500,000 case, youโd still walk away with $400,000. However, if you’re found to be 51% or more responsible, you cannot recover any damages under Florida law.
Thatโs another reason you will want Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers in your corner. We fiercely push back on any false allegations that youโre to blame for your accident.
How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?
In most cases, it wonโt cost you anything beforehand. Thatโs because most personal injury attorneys (including Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers) work on a contingency fee basis.
Meaning that the attorney only gets to collect their fee if they win your case. The fee will be a percentage of what your attorney recovers on your behalf. Itโs usually between 33% to 40% of your compensation.
But every attorney is different. Be sure you read any fee agreement carefully and make sure you understand it.
At Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers, we never collect payment unless and until we win your case.
What Is Negligence In A Personal Injury Case?
Negligence is a legal theory that imposes financial liability on people who have hurt someone else through careless behavior.
It has four key elements:
- Duty: the defendant owed you a duty of care
- Breach: the defendantโs actions constituted a breach of the duty of care
- Causation: the defendantโs conduct resulted in your injuries
- Damages: you sustained actual damages as a result
Because most accidents occur due to carelessness, most personal injury cases are based on negligence.
How Do You Prove Negligence?
Proving negligence is rarely simple. Even accidents that seem straightforward often involve multiple parties and evidence that could be subject to interpretation.
To prove negligence, you must demonstrate each of its elements by a preponderance of the evidence. This signifies you have to show that itโs more likely than not that it weighs in your favor for each factor.
The strategy for each case is different. Evidence that wins one case may not be of any significance in another.
Some examples that might be used include:
- Eyewitness testimony
- Attestation from medical or financial experts
- Video footage from traffic, security, or dashboard cameras
- Medical records
- Paystubs
- Maintenance records
- Testimony from accident reconstructionists or engineers
At Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers, we put our experience and success in complex cases to each client. But we also recognize that each and every case is someoneโs life. Not a compilation of legal theories. With our personal approach, you get top-rated legal advice within a caring environment.
Will My Case Go to Trial?
Itโs hard to say. Most cases settle.
Even cases that settle usually have to be prepared as if theyโre going to trial. Your lawyer will often have to work on two parallel tracks simultaneously.
Theyโre obviously related, but the trial route will have formal requirements and deadlines that must be met.
There can be advantages to settling a case. But, you should never accept a settlement that doesnโt compensate you fairly.
At Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers, we are expertly trained and experienced in complex litigation. That means we certainly arenโt afraid of taking a case all the way to trial if thatโs what it takes to bring you justice.
What Should I Do After Iโm Involved in an Accident?
The things you do after an accident matter. For your health. For your financial future.
So, we highly recommend you keep these tips in mind in the hours, days, and weeks following the incident:
- Report the accident. Call the police. Notify the property owner or business. Make sure thereโs a record of what happened.
- Document the scene. Take some pictures and record videos. Take down names of witnesses and get their contact information. Evidence can disappear and memories can fade – take the time to document things now.
- Donโt apologize. Even saying โIโm sorryโ could be taken out of context and used against you down the line.
- Resist the urge to talk to the insurance company. Theyโre not on your side. Your lawyer will protect you.
Finally, call an attorney with experience handling personal injury cases like yours. Getting help will give you time to recover and increase the odds of a meaningful monetary recovery.
Your Trusted Jacksonville Personal Injury Attorneys
When youโve been hurt through no fault of your own, you need an attorney who shows compassion for your situation and is also your fiercest advocate for the money that is rightfully yours. Baggett Law Personal Injury Lawyers combines care, patience, and compassion towards clients with tenacious performance in the courtroom.
Our injury attorneys have successfully put tens of millions of dollars in our clientsโ pockets over the years.
As a family-owned law firm, we understand your anxiety and fear about the consequences your accident could have for you and your loved ones. We work hard to make you feel at ease. Weโre committed to giving you personal attention and complete access to your attorney throughout your entire case.
We want to help. Call or contact us online today for a free consultation.
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