Pensacola Boat Accident Lawyer
If you were injured on the water, your maritime case may need to be handled differently than a standard personal injury case. You require a boat accident lawyer with a comprehensive in maritime law. We have experience working with longshoremen, Jones Act employees, and BP claims.
Boat Accidents in Pensacola
Pensacola is a popular place for boating. Though it is very rewarding, accidents do happen. According to the National Safe Boating Council, 75% of drowning cases involved vessels less than 21 feet long. Alcohol and Life-vests are major influencers in the outcome. Accidents will happen whether you are boating for recreation or are working on a vessel.
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How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
The cost to hire a personal injury lawyer can vary between cases and firms. Many Personal Injury attorneys charge different amounts based on location and the firms’ history.
However, many lawyers, like the Law Office of J.J. Talbott, charge on a contingency fee basis. What this means is that there are no fees or costs to hire a personal injury lawyer unless you recover a settlement. Then, the attorney fee is based on a percentage of that settlement. In Florida, the maximum contingency fee in a personal injury case is 1/3 of the recovery, pre-suit. If a lawsuit is filed, then the fee increases to 40% of the recovery amount.
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How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
In most cases, the statute of limitations requires that you file your lawsuit within two years of the date of the injury, or else you can be prohibited from recovering from the negligent party. However, this deadline may be longer or shorter depending upon a variety of factors, such as the type of negligence (medical malpractice, birth injury, product defect), the age of the victim (minor, adult), and the status of the defendant (public entity, private person).
Two years may seem like a long time, but it can pass by quickly while you are busy with the aftermath of a serious personal injury, such as concentrating on your physical recovery; dealing with insurance forms, doctor and hospital bills, and other paperwork; and getting back to work or collecting disability. If you are talking to the insurance company about a settlement, these negotiations can drag on past the deadline for you to file a lawsuit if you are not careful, which can be disastrous to your case.
Contacting an attorney soon after the accident will help ensure that the statute of limitations will not be overlooked, as well as handling other important matters such as notifying your insurance company in a timely fashion. Also, your lawyer will get started right away gathering important evidence and preparing your case for the best result either through settlement or verdict.
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How Do I Know if I Have a Personal Injury Case?
Simply being injured in an accident does not mean that you have a personal injury case. The experienced personal injury attorneys at the Law Office of J.J. Talbott are able to tell you whether or not you have a claim.
So, How do I Know If I Have an Injury Case?
However, generally, you must be able to prove three things to establish a case:
(1) that another party was negligent,
(2) that their negligence caused your injury, and
(3) that the injury resulted in your damages.
Depending on the facts of your case, proving negligence and causation may be complex, so it is important to consult with an attorney before making any assumptions about your injury case.
Client Experiences
We Treat Our Clients Like Family
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I really appreciated all the hard work that this law firm put in for me and how nice the people were that worked on my behalf.Dewitt L.
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I was very pleased with the service and the recovery of my lost wages.Ann M.
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I love you all so much. Thanks for all of your hard work! If I ever need to come back it will be you guys. Thanks.La Rheasa M.
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Has always done it correctly and thoroughly. You can give complete trust to J.J. and the whole Talbott staff.Brian C.
What Makes Us Different?
Reasons Our Clients Love Us
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Work Directly With Your Attorney
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Welcoming and Laid-Back Atmosphere
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We Always Return Phone Calls Within 24 Hours
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We Treat Our Clients Like Family
Deepwater Horizon BP Oil Spill
The Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill accident shocked the Gulf Coast. We were concerned for our beloved beaches but also for our safety and our jobs. The cost of this oil spill is still be counted today. If you were one of the many affected by this disaster, you may be eligible for compensation. We can help you receive compensation if you:
- Aided in Clean Up
- Experienced Property Damage
- Lost Tourism Revenue
- Lost Rental Property Revenue
- Lost Income
If you need help filing or have been denied for any of the above, contact us today to find out how to get the compensation you deserve.
Continue reading to learn more about who we are and how we can help you, or contact us now at (850) 695-8331 to schedule an appointment with our team to discuss your case.
