ALACHUA COUNTY PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER

If you were injured in an accident, you might be dealing with painful injuries and unexpected medical bills. Under Florida law, you may have the right to pursue compensation for your medical expenses, wage reductions, and other accident-related losses.

At Fine, Farkash & Parlapiano, P.A., we understand the aftermath of an accident can be stressful and overwhelming. Our compassionate Alachua County personal injury lawyers have more than 100 years of combined experience helping our Florida neighbors recover compensation after sustaining serious injuries.

How Our Firm Can Help After an Accident

If you sustained a significant injury in an accident, the Alachua County attorneys of Fine, Farkash & Parlapiano, P.A. can help you by:

Providing practical legal advice

When you contact us for your free initial consultation, we can explain your legal rights, outline your options in detail, and provide clear, practical legal advice.

Conducting a thorough investigation

We can thoroughly investigate the details of your accident by assessing the scene for physical evidence, taking photos, and interviewing any available witnesses.

Identifying and preserving evidence

As we investigate your case, we can identify and preserve valuable evidence supporting your claim and demonstrating the other party’s negligence.

Working with expert witnesses

Our attorneys frequently work with expert witnesses such as medical professionals and accident reconstruction specialists who can provide helpful insight into the causes and effects of the accident.

Building a solid legal case

After we investigate your case, we can combine all of the evidence, testimony, and information we gather to develop a compelling legal argument that supports your claim.

Negotiating on your behalf

Armed with supporting information and substantial evidence, we can represent you during settlement negotiations to demand full and fair compensation for your losses.

Representing you in court

If the other side refuses to agree to a reasonable settlement, we won’t hesitate to take your case to trial and argue forcefully for a favorable verdict in court.

Personal Injury Statistics in Alachua County

Home to the University of Florida, Santa Fe College, and several major highways, Alachua County has a sizable population and sees plenty of traffic, especially during the academic year. As a result, injuries from various types of serious accidents are common here, as you will notice from the following Alachua County personal injury statistics:

According to Florida’s Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, 4,608 total car crashes throughout Alachua County occurred in one recent year. Of these crashes, 185 involved bicyclists or pedestrians, and 1,113 involved hit-and-run drivers.
Data from the Florida Department of Health show dog bite injuries are another serious issue in Alachua County. In a single recent year, Alachua saw 387 emergency room (ER) department visits and 20 hospitalizations from dog bites.
Throughout Florida, the Department of Health reports that fall accidents are the leading cause of injury and death for residents. Thousands of Floridians die, and tens of thousands more are injured every year due to falls.

What Types of Damages Are Available After an Accident in Alachua County?

After an accident injury in Alachua County, you could be entitled to “compensatory damages,” which are meant to compensate you for the following types of accident-related losses:

Medical expenses

Any medical expenses you have incurred for the treatment of your accidental injuries, as well as the projected value of any related medical care you will likely need in the future

Incidental costs

Incidental costs related to your injuries, such as the costs of in-home assistance or transportation to and from medical appointments

Lost income

The value of any wages or other earnings you lose due to your inability to return to work while you heal from your accidental injuries

Lost earning potential

The projected value of losses in your future income if your injuries render you incapable of returning to your usual job or career path

Pain and suffering

The subjective costs of the physical pain, mental anguish, and emotional suffering you endure from the incident and your resulting injuries

Loss of quality of life

The subjective costs of any losses you experience in your overall quality or enjoyment of life due to the accident and your injuries

In rare circumstances, you may be able to recover punitive damages, which are meant to punish the wrongdoer for particularly bad behavior.

How Much Can I Recover from My Damages?

Many different factors can affect the value of any damages you receive for your injury claim. To calculate a reliable estimate for the damages you could be owed, Alachua County lawyers will consider the following:

The nature and severity of the injuries you sustained in the incident
Where and how the incident occurred and who was involved
Your current and future medical costs and wage losses
Your property damage costs and incidental expenses
How the incident affects your overall quality of life

Under Florida’s pure comparative negligence rules, your damages may be decreased proportionally based on the percentage of any fault you may have contributed to the incident. For example, if you were 20 percent at fault for a car accident, the amount you could recover for your accidental injuries could be reduced by 20 percent. But if you were more than 50% at fault, you take nothing. An experienced lawyer can review the circumstances surrounding your claim to give you a better idea about its potential value.

Contact Fine, Farkash & Parlapiano, P.A.

When you’re ready to discuss the details of your injury case with a dedicated Alachua County personal injury attorney, contact Fine, Farkash & Parlapiano, P.A. We have more than 100 years of combined legal experience we will put to use on your case. Our team can thoroughly review your legal options at no charge or obligation to you in a free initial case review.