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Question:

Do I need an attorney after I slipped and fell?

Answer:

Most personal injury attorneys do free consultations, so do not hesitate to speak with one as soon as possible after an accident. You need to be informed of your rights after getting injured, so don't feel guilty for seeking answers about the accident you had and what to do next. You'll want to hire an attorney who specializes in personal injury to review your specific situation.

Question:

What if my injuries are not severe or are not very significant?

Answer:

It is always a good idea to get an opinion other than your own when you have been injured. Under current Florida law, damages may include medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering. Any injury that limits a person’s enjoyment of life in any way may be significant enough to support a claim for pain and suffering damages. Just for an example: someone with neck and back pain may believe they cannot pursue a lawsuit because they did not have surgery or were told by another attorney that a lawsuit would not be filed. However, such injuries may qualify for recovery, and the resulting pain and suffering damages can sometimes be significant. Neck and back pain that cannot be treated with surgery may last a lifetime, while surgery may correct an issue that limits recovery.

Ideally, you want an attorney who will be able to litigate and try your case if necessary. You need an attorney who understands personal injury, the system and is able to potentially try your case if needed. Many do not realize the importance of it, but make sure someone is representing you and your interests throughout this process because insurance companies do not do that. If you have any legal personal injury questions, our attorneys are always happy to answer any questions that you might have with a free consultation. We are just a call at 239-500-4878 or a CLICK away to help you with an attorney consultation.

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As a snowbird from Ohio in Florida, a no fault insurance state, everyone that I talked to told me that I should hire an attorney after a truck hit and totaled our very large SUV. I had seen the Goldstein Buckley ads on TV so I pulled into their parking lot when I happened to be passing it in Port Charlotte. They made the whole process as easy as possible for me allowing me to sign on with them even though I had just showed up without an appointment. They told me that the legal process often moves slowly but they thought that they could help my wife and I get a fair settlement due to our injuries. So here we are now a year and a half later but we have two nice checks heading our way. Thanks to the Smith and Smith team and their wonderful staff for making the process as easy as possible for us!

Larry H.

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Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice, Purtz, Smith & Smith, P.A.

Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice, Purtz, Smith & Smith, P.A., is a personal injury firm representing those injured by the wrongdoing of others in Southwest Florida since 1962. The firm’s experienced attorneys are board certified by the Florida Bar, and their areas of practice include personal injury and accidents, trip, slip and fall, pedestrian accidents, wrongful death, motorcycle, and boat and truck accidents. Attorneys can be reached by calling 239-500-HURT.

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