What is the name of that law firm with that jingle?

What Lawyer Attorney Firm Has that Bum Bum Bum Bum jingle?

For over sixty years here in SW Florida (since 1962) one law firm has had the same catchy bum bum bum bum ba da bum jingle.  It sounds like trumpets and is a real "ear worm" as it sticks in your head.  That firms name is Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice, Purtz, Smith & Smith, P.A..  

The synthetic trumpet call has been the trademark for justice for decades; justice for our clients is our top priority.  The 15 second example video with Christopher J. Smith from 2020 highlights the iconic bum bum bum bum jingle.

Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice, Purtz, Smith & Smith has even partnered with our local symphony down in Naples, Florida to make our law firm legal jingle hit even closer to home here in Southwest Florida.  This video is from 2014.

If you have suffered any serious injury in a car crash, truck accident, motorcycle accident, bicycle accident, golf cart accident, boat accident, we want you to know we have been taking care of our Florida clients quest for justice as the oldest personal injury firm in Fort Myers for many decades.  We are sorry that you’ve had to go through this and we want to support you through your pursuit of getting justice. Our Southwest Florida accident lawyers are here to help you get the best results possible. We have dedicated our careers to helping victims in our community get the justice that they are entitled to and we will never stop the fight to ensure that the end results are as fair as they possibly can be. You deserve to get justice for your injuries and damages. Contact us today to set up a free consultation.

Getting the Results You Deserve Is More Than A Catchy Tune

Please understand that, when we are seeking financial compensation for you, know we have handled a lot of cases like yours before.  It is nearly impossible to know exactly how much compensation you will get when you first meet with us to discuss your accident case. We need some time to get to know your case first.

If you’ve ever met with a lawyer who tells you that they can promise you a certain compensation award before they have done any thorough investigation on your case, walk away. No lawyer should promise you a specific compensation amount without first conducting a thorough investigation of your case. Here in Southwest Florida, we take the time to truly understand how your accident has affected your life and how it may continue to impact you as you heal and work toward recovery. Determining the value of your case isn’t something that happens overnight. It requires understanding the full scope of your injuries and what your maximum medical recovery will entail.

The term maximum medical recovery is an important term: this term refers to the point at which your doctors determine you’ve reached the best possible level of recovery given your injuries. It involves understanding how long it will take to reach that point, the associated medical costs, and the impact on your quality of life. Sometimes, doctors may conclude that your current state of recovery is as good as it’s going to get, even if it’s not the same as where you were before the injury. If you’ve sustained permanent injuries, particularly from a motor vehicle accident, it’s crucial for us to have this information. While it may take time to fully assess the extent of your recovery, knowing this is vital to achieving the most complete outcome possible for your case. Once a settlement is reached, we can’t go back later to request additional compensation if it becomes clear that you won’t return to full health and deserve more. That’s why understanding maximum medical recovery is such an important part of the process.

Everyone’s Compensation awards are divided into two categories of damages. The first category is economic damages, which account for financial losses like medical bills or lost wages if you had to take time off work to recover from your injuries. The second category is non-economic damages, which address the impact on your quality of life, including pain and suffering. We are committed to fighting for every penny you deserve.

Why You Should Hire an Accident Lawyer here in SW Florida

When you are thinking about hiring our Southwest Florida accident attorneys, there are some things that you need to know. First, many people hold the misconception that hiring a lawyer is always expensive. However, when you work with a lawyer on a personal injury case, you won’t need to pay anything upfront or out of pocket to utilize their legal services. Personal injury lawyers operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if they win your case. In that situation, a smaller portion of your settlement or award will go toward paying your lawyer.

Be honest with yourself: you are more likely to get a fair result when you have the help of our Southwest Florida accident lawyers working on your case than if you were to try to do this alone. Our Lawyers are going to be able to foresee challenges you might face because of the years of experience we have had in court. You might also have to become an expert in the type of accident case you had in order to represent yourself sufficiently, and that is something that most people don’t have the time, energy, or resources to do. You are saving yourself precious time when you hire a lawyer to handle your case.

Reach Out to a Southwest Florida Accident Lawyer Right Away

The Florida statute of limitations is two years on most accident cases. This means that you have two years until your legal deadline prevents you from bringing a case against any liable party for your accident. We understand that this might seem like a reasonably long time for you and most people might agree that this is a huge timeline, but when you are involved in an accident, the natural priority is going to be your well-being.  You will be focused on how you are going to live with these injuries that you have instead of the time that is ticking by. It’s easy to let the hassle of hiring a lawyer slip from your mind if you aren’t focused on it.

The worst thing that we could see is you missing out on getting the justice that you need because you didn’t call our experienced lawyers as soon as you could. Even if you waited several months to reach out to a lawyer, you are risking your evidence going missing or being erased. For example, if there were local businesses around that had CCTV footage of the accident but they record over there tapes every month and you waited too long, you don’t get that evidence anymore. What’s more, if that company thought that you might file a claim, they could delete the information on the black box of the vehicle, which would make it very difficult for you to prove that the accident was their fault. Your witnesses will also forget important information about your case if you wait too long.

We can’t file a claim past your statute of limitation. We would have a very hard time creating a successful case without good evidence proving our claim that the liable party was directly responsible for your injuries. We urge you to fill out a form and set up a free consultation as soon as you can.

Things That Could Ruin Your Accident Case

• Filing a claim means pursuing compensation from the liable party’s insurance company. Both your accident lawyers and the insurer know that your case is delicate—any mistake can jeopardize your chances.
• Admitting fault, even partially, can significantly reduce your compensation. Florida uses pure comparative negligence laws, which means your settlement is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you're 30% at fault, you'll only receive 70% of the compensation.
• Giving a recorded statement to the insurance company is very risky. They can use your words against you to minimize or deny your claim entirely. This is a common tactic insurers use to protect their bottom line.
• Speaking directly to the at-fault party’s insurance company without legal counsel can hurt your case, we do not recommend doing it. It's easy to say something that may be misconstrued and used to reduce your settlement.
• Legally, the insurance company only needs basic facts—your contact information and confirmation that you were involved in the accident. They do not need a recorded statement, despite what they may claim.  They do this day in and day out, so they can be very convincing.
• Allowing your attorney to handle all communication with the insurer protects your rights. Your attorney knows how to avoid the traps insurers set to get damaging information.
• Insurance companies often act in bad faith to avoid paying fair compensation. We believe this behavior violates your rights as an injured person entitled to financial recovery.
• At Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice, Purtz, Smith & Smith, P.A., we don’t tolerate insurers who try to take advantage of injured victims. If necessary, we’ll take your case to trial to secure the compensation you deserve.

Call Our Southwest Florida Accident Lawyers Today

If you have suffered a serious injury during an accident that you did not cause, you are likely eligible to receive justice in the form of compensation for your case. We take your damages and injuries very seriously and we will fight tirelessly to ensure that you get the results that you deserve. Call our office to set up your free consultation with our Southwest Florida accident lawyers right away.