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Injured in Tampa? Our Tampa Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help

Accidents are unexpected, bring your life to a standstill, and often have long-term or even permanent outcomes. However, we understand accidents do happen. If you or a loved one is facing the consequences of another person’s violence or negligence, our dedicated team of Tampa personal injury lawyers at Kinney, Fernandez & Boire (KFB) Law is standing by to provide expert legal advice and get you the maximum compensation.

Proudly serving Tampa Bay

If you’ve been injured, you need a Tampa personal injury lawyer who’s local and available. Our main office in Tampa is conveniently located at 3128 W. Kennedy Blvd. We are easily accessible via I-275, the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway, and Veterans Expressway. 

Nestled between the Westshore Business District and Downtown Tampa, our central location is close to many local businesses where our clients work. KFB is close to many HART bus stops, along with plenty of parking spots for those driving.

From Town ‘n’ Country to Ybor City and Carrollwood to Port Tampa, our dedicated team takes on your problems like our problems. We have your best interest at heart.

Our Tampa Law Office Will Answer All Your Questions

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 lawyers at KFB Law serve the Tampa Bay Area. They are prepared to work tirelessly to get 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 Areas of Practice

A Plan for Your Tampa 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 Tampa personal injury attorneys 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 wrongdoing, speak with friends and family members, gather medical evidence, and consult with experts to ensure that we have the complete picture of the event as it happened.

Consider the Medical Side

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 these injuries. Our Tampa personal injury lawyers work with some of the 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 injury law firm is here to help you get all the reimbursement to which you are legally entitled. 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 anticipated injuries resulting from the accident.

Lost Wages

You may be entitled to compensation if you miss work as a result of your accident.  If you cannot work in the same capacity as you were 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 occur in pain and suffering, mental anguish, loss of the capacity to enjoy life, and inconvenience. The Tampa personal injury 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, unfortunately, a permanent one. Medical expenses, on top of lost wages from missing work to recover, can quickly become overwhelming. 

If you’ve been injured, your primary focus should be on healing, not worrying about how you will pay all of these expenses. That’s why hiring a Tampa personal injury attorney is so essential. An experienced lawyer 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, 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 vital 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, by reading reviews, you can see what others say about the Tampa personal injury attorney you have in mind.

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 may also pay for damages, depending on the nature of the accident. If a company is at fault and self-insured, it may pay the claims directly. 

Will my case go to court?

Most Tampa 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. 

That said, your lawyer should have the experience and strength to recommend a lawsuit if that is the best course of action. 

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit?

Legal filing time limits in Florida follow a statute of limitations for four years from the time of injury. This means you can file a lawsuit for up to four years from the time of your traumatic event.

What do they mean by negligence?

Negligence means that a person does not act in the way of a reasonable person. There are four elements under Florida case law: duty, breach, proximate causation, and damages.

In simple terms, this means that someone had a reasonable obligation to you, did not fulfill it, caused injury, and now there are damages due to the injury. This is where a highly experienced legal professional can help you demonstrate negligence.

Call Us Today at (813) 278-7462

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We are local members of your community

We are proud to represent our communities and serve our neighbors in their time of need. Many lawyers on the KFB team are proud graduates of Tampa area schools. Our staff has attended Villa Madonna, Sacred Heart, Hillsborough High School, and The University of South Florida. 

Kinney, Fernandez & Boire PA – Address: 3128 W. Kennedy Blvd. Tampa, FL 33609