Helping the Injured in Florida Obtain Compensation
I understand that no amount of money can bring your life back to the way it was before your accident. You are entitled to compensation if you have been injured by another person's negligent or reckless conduct. I can help you recover fair compensation if you have been injured as a result of:
- Accidental and wrongful death
- Automobile or motorcycle accidents
- Maritime and boating accidents
- Dog bites and animal attacks
- Premises liability
Auto Accidents
Florida has enacted a no-fault system. Every driver is required to maintain Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage on his/her vehicles. PIP insurance provides coverage to the driver and occupants of the insureds' vehicle, as well as to relatives living in the same household, who suffer bodily injury or death in a motor vehicle accident.
PIP benefits provide death benefits and for the payment of 80% of all reasonable expenses for medically necessary services and treatment. Also included are disability benefits which provide reimbursement for 60% of any loss of gross income. The benefits are payable within 30 days after the insurance company is furnished written notice of a covered loss.
The Florida legislature has restricted the rights of persons injured in an automobile accident to recover in tort from the responsible party and its insurance company. An injured person may receive damages in tort for pain, suffering, mental anguish and inconvenience only in the event that the injury consists in whole or in part of:
- A significant and permanent loss of an important bodily function;
- A permanent injury within a reasonable degree of medical probability other than scarring or disfigurement;
- Significant and permanent scarring or disfigurement; or
- Death
When you are hurt in Florida, your main focus should be on getting better. There is a four year statute of limitation on personal injury claims. You can be rest assured that I will fight for the compensation you deserve. Contact me to schedule an appointment to discuss your personal injury case.
Law Office of John F. Greene
4507 Furling Lane
Suite 210
Destin, FL 32541
Telephone: 850-424-6833 | Fax: 850-837-1969
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