Delray Beach Firm
Injured in Florida? We Will Fight for Your Right to Compensation
In a state as large and dense as Florida, the third most populous in the U.S., it may come as little surprise that the personal injury rate is high here as well.
Still, the numbers are alarming. Accidental injuries are the number one cause of death among Florida residents under the age of 44 and the fourth leading cause of death overall.
In the year 2018 alone, injuries claimed 17,654 lives, which added up to about 8.6% of all resident deaths statewide.
If you or someone you love is wrongfully injured by the negligent behavior of someone else, you deserve to receive prompt, quality medical care and the funds to cover it. Often the best way to secure the amount of fair and just compensation you are entitled to is to work with an attorney.
At Samuel M. Yaffa P.A., our Delray Beach personal injury lawyer is a compassionate and dedicated advocate with decades of experience obtaining injured client’s settlements that cover all their accident-related expenses—and we can help you, too!
At Samuel M. Yaffa P.A., we always go above and beyond for our clients. To learn more, call (561) 677-8566 or contact us online to schedule a free case evaluation.
What is Personal Injury Law?
When an individual is injured at no fault of their own due to the negligent or careless behavior of another party, personal injury law allows the victim (also known as the “plaintiff”) to bring a lawsuit against the liable party (the “defendant”) for damages.
What Are Damages?
Damages encompass any losses suffered by the plaintiff, such as wages they were not able to receive due to having to take time off work for recovery. Either the defendant or the defendant’s insurance company, depending on the claim, is responsible for paying these damages to the plaintiff.
How Do You Prove Negligence?
The crux of a personal injury claim is negligence. A plaintiff (or their lawyer) must be able to prove that the defendant caused the accident/injury by behaving in a careless manner or by failing to act in a way that a person typically would under similar circumstances.
Example of Negligence
For example, if a property owner fails to warn a visitor of a hazard which leads to the latter’s injury, the former can be held responsible for their visitor’s medical bills and other accident-related expenses
Our full-service law firm is equipped to handle the following types of personal injury claims from start to finish:
- Car accidents
- Catastrophic injuries
- Medical malpractice
- Motorcycle accidents
- Negligent security
- Nursing home abuse
- Product liability
- Truck accidents
- Wrongful death
To learn more about how our personal injury firm can help, call (561) 677-8566 or contact us online to schedule a free case evaluation.
We are committed to working diligently and fighting passionately for our clients.
Personal Injury FAQ
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Q:How much money is my personal injury claim worth?
A:Every personal injury claim is unique. There are so many factors that determine a personal injury settlement—how serious the plaintiff’s injuries are, the defendant’s assets, the strength of the claim, etc.—that it is impossible to provide a one size fits all answer to this question. However, consulting with a personal injury lawyer should give you a good idea of what your specific case is worth.
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Q:What damages are available in a personal injury claim?
A:You can receive compensation for any accident-related losses you have suffered, including (but not limited to) the full cost of your medical treatment, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Make sure to save all bills, receipts, and correspondence related to your claim so you can be properly reimbursed.
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Q:What is Florida's 14 day PIP rule?
A:Under Florida's no-fault system, you have 14 days to get medical care for the injuries you suffered in a Florida car accident or your PIP provider may deny your claim benefits. As long as you have received medical care at a hospital, ambulatory surgical center and/or from a statutory approved health care provider within 14 days and are determined to have sustained am “Emergency Medical Condition” your PIP provider should be responsible for the reimbursement for medical services up to $10,000.00. If, however, you are determined not to have sustained an “Emergency Medical Condition” your PIP provider may only be responsible for reimbursement up to $2,500.00. This time is required in order for you to be able to file a claim for compensation through your no-fault, personal injury protection insurance (PIP).
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Q:What is the personal injury statute of limitations in Florida?
A:In Florida, the deadline to file a personal injury claim (also known as the statute of limitations) is four (4) years.
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Q:How often do personal injury claims go to court?
A:Not very. Most personal injury claims are settled with negotiations and never see the inside of a courtroom. Only about 5% of personal injury cases in the U.S. make it to trial. However, we always prepare our cases for trial just in case.
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Q:Do I need to hire a lawyer for a personal injury case?
A:Whether or not you should hire a lawyer depends largely on two factors: the extent of the damages and your personal preference. If you were in a minor accident that resulted in minor injuries and it is clear who is at fault, you can probably handle the claim on your own. If you have suffered serious injuries, the liable party is being uncooperative and denying fault, and/or other factors are making the case more complex than you feel capable of handling on your own, hiring an attorney is likely a good call. However, ultimately the choice is yours. We recommend at least consulting with a lawyer—or even a few—before making your final decision.
Case Results
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Premises Liability Wrongful Death/Premises Liability
Multimillion-dollar settlement in the wrongful death/premises liability claim.
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Trucking Accidents Trucking Catastrophe
Recovered $2 million for the family of who lost their son due to a trucking accident.
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Auto Accident Confidential
Secured up to twenty (20) times the policy limits of available coverage to aid the families of the deceased victims and/or the injured survivors.
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Medical Malpractice Confidential
Confidential seven-figure settlement for failure to timely treat pediatric patient with an allergic reaction.
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Auto Accident Confidential
Confidential seven-figure settlement twenty times more than the applicable uninsured motorist policy limits.
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Nursing Home Negligence Millions
Recovered millions to compensate the victims of nursing home abuse and neglect.
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Auto Accident Confidential
Confidential settlement fifteen times more than the applicable insurance policy limits.
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Medical Malpractice Confidential
Confidential settlement for failure to provide antibiotics to a man admitted with infection.
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Premises Liability Multimillion
Achieved a multimillion dollar settlement in the wrongful death/premises liability claim.
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Nursing Home Negligence Confidential
Confidential settlement for failure to timely treat C-diff recurrence.
Our Clients Are Like Family
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