West Palm Beach Personal Injury Lawyer

After an accident in the West Palm Beach area, you may be left injured and unable to work. Depending on your case, you may be entitled to recover financial compensation. Whether you should go through insurance or litigation depends on many factors.

Call our team of personal injury attorneys in West Palm Beach to determine your best course of action.

We offer free consultations to review your case. Call us today to speak to a personal injury lawyer in West Palm Beach, Florida. We’re on call 24/7 to help you recover damages after your accident. The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine will help you regain peace of mind.

Our Practice Areas in West Palm Beach

It’s essential to have the right help for your specific accident injury. Our West Palm Beach accident attorneys know how to assist you in all kinds of situations. Our practice areas include:

• Wrongful death: If someone has died due to another’s negligence, we can help you seek justice for their wrongful death.
• Medical malpractice: Medical professionals must provide competent care. When they fail to do so, they are liable for any injuries that may occur due to medical malpractice.
• Nursing home abuse: Facilities must take all reasonable steps to protect residents from nursing home abuse. However, if they neglect to do so, they could be liable for any injuries.
• Dog bites: Dog owners owe a duty of care to keep their pets under control. When a dog bites a person, the owner can be held responsible for the resulting injuries.
• Slip and fall incidents: Injuries caused by slip and falls can happen anywhere. Contact our firm to discuss your legal options if you’ve been hurt because of someone else’s negligence.
• Car accidents:Car accidents can cause severe injuries and property damage. Our auto accident lawyers can help you pursue compensation for your pain and suffering.
• Truck accidents: Truck drivers are responsible for ensuring that their vehicles are safe for others. They also have a duty to maintain their equipment properly. If they fail to do so and a truck accident causes injuries, they can be held liable for any damages.
• Motorcycle accidents: Motorcyclists have a right to expect that other motorists will drive safely around them. They can hold those at fault legally accountable when injured because of negligent driving.
• Boating accidents: Boaters have a duty to exercise caution to avoid boating accidents. If they fail to act with due care, they can be held accountable for injuries.
• Bicycle accidents: Bicyclists have a right to use the roadways without being harmed by careless drivers. If a bicycle accident occurs, you can hold those negligent accountable.
• Construction accidents: Construction sites often pose dangers to workers. Contractors must make sure that their employees are protected while working. If they fail to fulfill this obligation and a construction accident occurs, they can be liable for any injuries or deaths.
• Premises liability: Property owners have a duty to keep their premises safe. When they fail to meet this obligation, they can face liability for any resulting harm.
• Swimming pool accidents: Swimmers have a right to enjoy swimming pools without fear of drowning. Pool operators have a duty to keep the water clear and safe. If they fail to comply with these obligations and a swimming pool accident happens, they can be held legally accountable for any resulting injuries or fatalities.
• Defective products: Manufacturers must produce safe products. If they fail to live up to this obligation, they can be held financially liable for injuries and damages.
• Product recalls: Companies must notify consumers of a safety issue with their product. If they fail to follow through on this obligation, they can potentially face liability for any resulting injury or death.

Even if you don’t see your circumstances listed above, call us today to discuss your case.

Our Experienced Lawyers Will Thoroughly Investigate Your Case

A West Palm Beach personal injury attorney will seek damages based on the facts of your case. We will need to review your case and investigate the accident to decide what damages you may qualify for. As part of the investigation, we may:

• Visit the scene of the accident
• Take photos or videos of the scene (or obtain photos or videos from other sources)
• Ask professionals with relevant expertise to offer their opinions on your case
• Request documentation from you, your doctor, and other appropriate parties
• Contact witnesses to get their account of the events leading up to the accident
• If possible, we will interview all involved parties about the accident

We’ll also examine whether the defendant was at fault for causing the accident. This includes looking into whether the defendant had a legal responsibility to protect you from the risk of an accident occurring. For example, if you were riding as a passenger in a car, the driver has a legal obligation to ensure that you’re not exposed to traffic hazards.

The more information we gather, the better prepared we are to calculate maximum compensation for you. We will then take the time to explain our findings to you so that you know exactly what happened and why you should pursue compensation benefits.

Damages You Could Recover in Your Florida Injury Case

Once we thoroughly investigate your legal claim, we may be able to recover additional damages for you. These compensatory damages include:

• Medical bills for expenses, including hospital stays, surgery, and therapy
• The cost of long-term care, including in-home nursing, assistive devices, or follow-up appointments
• Lost wages from when you took off work to recover
• Vehicle damage
• Non-economic damages like pain and suffering, which include emotional trauma caused by the accident
• Lost quality of life related to chronic physical pain, an inability to live independently, loss of consortium, or loss of enjoyment of life
• Scar tissue that affects your physical abilities or self-image
• Wrongful death claims
• Loss of future earnings due to permanent disability

In addition to these damages, you could receive punitive damages if the defendant acted recklessly or intentionally harmed you. Punitive damages punish the defendant for their actions and deter others from acting similarly.

How Our West Palm Beach Personal Injury Lawyers Can Benefit You

When you enlist the services of a personal injury lawyer in West Palm Beach, you can be sure your case is handled in an organized, professional manner. Working with the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine includes legal expertise, peace of mind, and a simple payment method.

Personal injury lawyers in Palm Beach County are often misunderstood. They’re not just there to sue people who hurt themselves. Instead, personal injury attorneys help the injured person recover damages for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

If you’ve been injured because of another person’s negligence, our West Palm Beach personal injury lawyers can help you recover compensation for your losses. We offer free consultations and work hard to ensure that you receive fair treatment throughout the legal process.

Our firm represents clients in South Florida and nationwide. We handle cases involving car accidents, trucking accidents, slip and fall injuries, defective products, premises liability, and many others.

We understand that being injured can be stressful and overwhelming. That’s why we take the time to listen carefully to your story and answer any questions you may have. Then, we’ll review your case thoroughly and advise you on the following steps.

We’re ready to support you by:

Explaining What You Should Do After Your Accident

The first thing you should do after getting hurt is to seek medical attention. Even if your accident was minor, you should see your doctor immediately for a complete medical evaluation. Some injuries are invisible to the naked eye or could worsen over time. Ask your doctor about the warning signs of whiplash, concussions, and traumatic brain injuries.

Additionally, medical records will be needed when you move on to the next step of collecting evidence, along with:

• Your medical bills, including an itemized list of medical expenses
• Photographs of your injuries
• The police accident report
• Eyewitness testimony
• Proof of property damage sustained in the accident

Investigating Your Injury Case

To successfully recover damages caused by your accident, our personal injury lawyers in West Palm Beach, FL, will investigate your situation. We will gather all evidence necessary. We can even communicate with your insurance company and any other parties involved on your behalf.

Our team of legal experts will begin the personal injury lawsuits required to prove that the negligent party owed you a duty of care, violated it, and caused you physical harm. We will go above and beyond to determine the fault party and ensure fair repayment for the financial losses you suffered because of someone else’s negligence.

Florida Statutes§95.11 states that you only have four years from the date of your accident in West Palm Beach to bring your case to court. 

Dealing with Other Parties

There may be several parties involved in your lawsuit, including:

• The liable fault party or parties
• The responsible party’s lawyer
• The liable party’s insurance provider and insurance adjuster
• The insurance company’s lawyers
• The judge and law clerks (if your case goes to court)
• You and your legal counsel

Each party must be dealt with in particular ways to protect your rights. Our team can manage communications with all other parties and initiate your personal injury claim, sparing you the stress and confusion of speaking to them yourself. This means we would:

• Send notification letters to the liable party and their representatives, letting them know how much you are seeking in compensation.
• Accept and return calls from all parties.
• Arrange and attend meetings with the insurance company to negotiate a fair settlement — and refuse to take a lowball offer.
• Submit materials to the court.
• Appear in court on your behalf to make arguments, question witnesses, and ensure the defense does not violate your rights.

Giving You Peace of Mind

Complications may arise even if you think your injury case is open and shut. Your insurance company might deny your claim. Another party might claim you were at fault. Personal injury victims might be offered a settlement that doesn’t make a dent in your expenses related to the accident. There’s a lot that could go wrong.

At the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine, we understand that even though you survived getting hurt, that doesn’t mean you made it out whole. You may suffer from physical injuries or mental health ailments like post-traumatic stress disorder. We care about our clients and want you to have an easy, worry-free recovery. When you hire a West Palm Beach personal injury lawyer, you can focus on your well-being while we handle your case.

In addition to handling legal matters, we can:

• Give you your lawyer’s phone number, so you can call or text questions at any time.
• Provide a free initial consultation.
• Keep in touch so you always know what is happening with your case and have extra opportunities to ask questions.
• Come to see you at home or elsewhere in West Palm Beach if your injuries make travel difficult.
• Help you receive proper medical care and other services.
• Seek punitive damages as directed under Florida law.

Offering a Simple Payment Process

After an accident, we know healing isn’t your only concern. You may need your car repaired or replaced. If you lost a limb at a construction site, you might need to be fitted for a prosthesis.

If you suffer permanent injuries, you may need a wheelchair and accessibility upgrades for your home. The last thing we want you to worry about is whether you can afford a lawyer.

Our dedicated team works on a contingency-fee-basis. Our fee is paid by a percentage of the insurance settlement or court award we secure on your behalf. That means if you don’t get paid, we won’t charge you. There are no upfront fees, and you won’t pay anything out of pocket.

What Should I Do If I Have a Personal Injury Case?

We recommend seeking medical attention if you suffered harm due to negligence. We also recommend you do the following to help your case:

• Avoid making posts about your injuries on social media
• Maintain a ledger of your injuries and their associated medical costs
• Strongly consider the benefits of legal representation
• Make sure you follow your doctor’s advice and any required treatments, like physical therapy
• Limit what information you share with any parties involved in the case

These measures help protect you from bad faith insurance practices and other things that could jeopardize your case. During your free case review, we can explain what other post-accident measures could secure a favorable outcome.

What If My Claim Has Already Been Denied?

You may already have had your personal injury protection insurance claim denied. There are a few common scenarios that can result in a denial:

• Your insurer determines you didn’t have the correct form of coverage to receive damages.
• You missed the deadline to file a claim.
• Your insurer suggests you suffer from a pre-existing injury rather than one related to your personal injury case.
• Your damages exceed your insurance coverage policy’s limits.

A personal injury lawyer can support you if your claim has already been denied. Our legal experts can help you if you want to file an amended claim. Building an amended claim typically includes gathering evidence, like eyewitness statements, medical records, and proof of treatment.

Will I Have to Give a Deposition If I Seek Damages?

Depositions are recorded out-of-court interviews between you and the involved parties.

The information gleaned from these proceedings is critical to a case’s “discovery” process and can be used in or out of court during a settlement.

How Should I Prepare for a Deposition?

Not every personal injury case will require a deposition. However, they are a fixture of many instances, so it’s essential to be prepared should your case necessitate giving a deposition. Here’s what you need to know:

• The other party’s lawyers may undermine your credibility; you must be credible and likable during a deposition.
• You should dress professionally.
• You’re under oath during a testimony; tell the truth, but nothing more.
• Answer “yes,” “no,” or “I don’t know” to any of their questions.
• If a question is confusing or difficult, ask for it to be rephrased.

The results of the deposition can guide the direction of your case. If the other party’s lawyers suspect you’ll perform poorly during a jury trial, they may push for courtroom time to capitalize on this weakness. They may offer an out-of-court settlement if the opposite is accurate and you’re truthful, likable, and presentable.

A personal injury lawyer can advise you through this process. They’ll help you prepare for a deposition and be present during the meeting. If questions are unfair, they can object. With our support, you won’t have to navigate depositions alone.

We Treat Personal Injury Clients Right

At such a difficult time, you want more than professional legal advice; you want a legal team that genuinely understands what you are going through and will go the extra mile to make life easier. Our clients, as evidenced by the following testimonials, tell how much effort we put in for them:

• “Shire was very attentive and worked hard to make sure all of my concerns were sufficiently addressed.” – Viviana J.
• “I can honestly say these guys don’t mess around. I could not have asked for a better person to take my case.” – Baldo L.

Whenever you are ready, you can call our West Palm Beach office to receive this kind of attentive, compassionate service.

Get Help from Our Injury Lawyers Today

Call the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine today to discover firsthand how a personal injury lawyer in West Palm Beach can help you. We’ve helped thousands of people just like you secure justice after being injured due to an at-fault driver’s negligence.

We’re standing by 24/7 to take your call and offer you a free, no-obligation consultation. We will provide professional legal service without adding to your financial burden. Call or contact us online today.