Injured in St Petersburg? Our personal injury attorneys can help.
Have you or a loved one suffered an injury because someone else was careless? Our St. Petersburg personal injury attorneys are ready, willing, and able to help you.
Unfortunately, we are too familiar with motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall incidents, and wrongful death at KFB Law. Accidents, violence, and someone else’s negligence can cause catastrophic injuries that stop your life in its tracks – and often have permanent consequences. If you or a loved one have serious injuries due to someone else’s irresponsible actions, our dedicated team of personal injury lawyers wants to help you.
Proudly serving St. Petersburg and the Tampa area
Servicing our Pinella County clients, the St. Petersburg office of KFB Law is located at 9600 Koger Blvd, Suite #239. Close to the Gandy Bridge and the Howard Franklin Bridge, we are very easy to access on your commute home or to your place of business.
Our in-house Insurance Adjustor is proud to call St. Pete home.
Our Expert St. Petersburg Personal Injury Lawyer Team Will Address Your Concerns
Don’t know what to expect as you pursue your case? We will guide you every step of the way. The lawyers at KFB Law have the expertise and insight to help you get a clear idea of your options in your situation. You may be wondering:
- How will I pay for damages to my car?
- Who will pay for my medical bills?
- Can I make a personal injury claim?
- Will I be fighting insurance companies?
- How do I recover compensation if I can’t work?
The personal injury legal team at KFB Law is committed to getting your life back in order with any physical or financial recovery. When facing the outcome of an injury or accident, we will help you navigate back to a place of stability.
Our Personal Injury Case Areas of Practice
- Car Accidents
- Dog Bites
- Slip and Fall Accidents
- Insurance Disputes
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Trucking Accidents
- Pool Accidents & Child Drowning
- Burn Cases
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Construction Injuries
- Workers Compensation Cases
- Wrongful Death
A Plan for Your Personal Injury Case
Not every case is the same. However, some general things must be done to preserve your rights and help you obtain your maximum monetary compensation. In handling your claim, our St. Petersburg personal injury lawyers may do a few things:
Investigate Your Case
As soon as you retain our service, we get to work investigating your case. This may include talking to witnesses and gathering evidence. An experienced personal injury lawyer will also visit the scene of the incident, speak with friends and family members, gather medical evidence, and consult with experts to ensure we have the complete picture of the event.
Evaluate the Medical Implications
In a personal injury case, the injured person must prove the accident was the cause of their injuries. At first glance, that may sound simple. However, insurance companies and corporate defendants fight tooth and nail to minimize injuries and push medical bills back toward the victims. They may also try to prove that your injuries were there all along.
Work with Medical Experts
It may be necessary to explain your injuries. Our legal team works with top experts in and around Florida. We will spare no expense to make sure you have the best medical experts on your side.
Damages You May be Entitled to
Our law firm is here to help you get all the reimbursement you legally deserve. In Florida, you are allowed to claim certain types of damages, including:
Medical Expenses
You may be able to recover all medical expenses you incurred due to the injuries from your accident. You are also entitled to any future or anticipated injuries.
Lost Compensation
You may be entitled to compensation if you miss work because of your accident. If you cannot work in the same capacity as before the accident, you may also be entitled to ongoing compensation
Human Damages
Accident and personal injury victims can suffer various human damages. These may be pain and suffering, mental anguish, loss of the capacity to enjoy life, and inconvenience. The lawyers from KFB Law can help you understand these damages, so we can work together to help you get proper compensation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need an attorney?
An injury from a car accident or a slip and fall can be life-changing. It can leave you with a temporary disability or a permanent one. Medical expenses, on top of lost wages due to recovery, can quickly become overwhelming.
If you’ve suffered an injury, your primary focus should be on healing, not worrying about how to pay all of these expenses. That’s why hiring an experienced personal injury lawyer is so essential. An attorney can handle the legal side of things and help ensure you get the compensation you deserve.
Without an attorney to negotiate on your behalf and prove your case’s worth, insurance companies will try to make lowball offers that don’t come close to what you need to cover the damages.
What should I look for when hiring a personal injury attorney?
Experience. This is the most important thing to look for—many attorneys promote themselves as personal injury lawyers. Yet the practice of personal injury law may only make up a small portion of their work. A firm with a strong team of lawyers with a long history of service to clients and their community is ideal.
Communication. Another important quality to look for is strong communication. It’s well known that lawyers are busy, but that’s no excuse for not returning calls and emails promptly. Communication is a crucial part of a solid client-attorney relationship. Having an attorney that keeps you updated on your case can help you feel more at ease throughout the process.
Client reviews. Finally, you can see what others are saying about the attorney you have in mind by reading reviews.
Who pays for my medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages?
A personal injury claim may include legal damages such as medical costs, lost wages, and stress on the mental health of the accident victim. Claims are often paid for by the bodily injury liability insurance of the party that caused the accident.
The responsible party’s personal injury protection (PIP) or uninsured motorist insurance coverage might also pay for damages, depending on the nature of the accident. If a company is at fault and self-insured, the company may pay the claims directly.
Will my case go to court?
Most personal injury cases do not go to court right away. Ideally, we want to save our clients the potential stress and time involved in a lawsuit if there is a reasonable chance to negotiate a settlement outside of court. However, your lawyer should have the experience and strength to recommend a lawsuit if that is the best course of action and the skills to represent you through trial.
What if I was partly at fault for my accident?
If you were involved in a vehicle collision or suffered a slip and fall, it’s common to wonder if there were actions you could have taken to avoid the incident. Many accident victims grapple with the notion that they might share some responsibility for their injuries. However, it’s crucial to not jump to conclusions about your own fault in these situations, as prematurely assuming partial responsibility can impact your ability to secure the financial compensation you rightfully deserve.
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We are local members of your community
We are pleased to represent our communities and serve our neighbors in their time of need. Many lawyers on the KFB team are proud graduates of Tampa, FL area schools. Our staff has attended Villa Madonna, Sacred Heart, Hillsborough High School, and The University of South Florida.
