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Hutson & Brockway, P.L., represents people who have been seriously injured, and families that have lost a loved one, due to:
- Motor vehicle collisions
- Trucking accidents
- Construction accidents
- Medical or dental malpractice
- Slip and fall
- Negligent security
- Sexual or physical abuse
- Animal attacks
- Defective products
- Nursing Home Abuse
Most lawyers can get you a quick settlement. What you need is one that knows how to preserve vital evidence in your case. One that knows which accident reconstruction engineers, which medical consultants and which economic and vocational experts will be able to fully explain your case and the impact of your injuries. And, most importantly, one that is willing and able to take your case to a jury to secure justice for you and your family. Take advantage of a free consultation with Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, Paul Brockway, before speaking with the other side about your case, or taking a quick settlement.
Hutson & Brockway, P.L., handles your case for no attorney fee or cost to you, unless we get you a recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
My medical bills are piling up. Who is responsible to pay for these?
In Florida, drivers are required to carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP), or “No-Fault” coverage. Generally, this means that your insurer, or perhaps the insurer for the car you were in at the time, will pay up to 80% of your medical expenses to a total of $10,000.00. If you have your own health insurance, you may submit your remaining bills to that insurer once you have exhausted PIP. Otherwise, you are generally responsible to pay for your medical expenses until and unless the other driver and their insurance company step up and take full responsibility.
In reality, an insurance company will rarely do this voluntarily, and will intentionally try to underpay a deserving person. People should retain knowledgeable, experienced attorneys to help them investigate and pursue a valid claim for all of their recoverable money damages.
In reality, an insurance company will rarely do this voluntarily, and will intentionally try to underpay a deserving person. People should retain knowledgeable, experienced attorneys to help them investigate and pursue a valid claim for all of their recoverable money damages.
An insurance adjuster has left me a message. Should I return the call?
If it is your personal insurance company, then of course you would. However, if the person is employed with the other driver’s insurance company, you should always call an experienced lawyer first, even before returning the adjuster’s call. Don’t ever give a recorded statement without consulting an attorney first. Recorded statements can hurt even an honest person, because it is human nature to minimize your own complaints, and also to forget even important things in a stressful time.
Will I be responsible for paying costs associated with making my claim?
At our firm, we advance all costs associated with making your claim, and we get reimbursed for these costs only if the claim is resolved in your favor. Also, we assist you by not billing you an hourly fee, but instead by taking a portion of the recovery (called a “contingency fee”). Simply, if there is no recovery, you owe us nothing.
Will I have to go to trial?
No. In fact, most meritorious cases settle prior to any lawsuit being filed. You have the right to decide whether your lawyer can file a lawsuit on your behalf, and you have the right to reject any settlement offer from the other side.
How long does this process usually take?
It depends on your case. If you hire us, we will investigate your case, determine who is responsible and find out what insurance coverage is available. We will meet with you and answer your questions about PIP and property damage. We will obtain your medical records and speak to your treating physician to understand the nature, extent and permanency of your injuries. At the appropriate time, we will present your claim as forcefully and persuasively as we know how to influence the other side to make it right with you before advising you to pursue a lawsuit. Some cases take only several weeks; some can take over a year to handle properly.
I understand that this is serious matter, and I’m pretty sure I want a lawyer.
So, how do I decide?
So, how do I decide?
You have already taken a good first step. Find out as much as you can about the lawyers you might want to speak with about your case. You should make very sure your attorney has experience in this specific area of law. A solid indicator is whether the attorney is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law. Board certified attorneys are experts who have tried civil cases to juries, carry a good reputation among those who have dealt with them and have passed a rigorous examination on the subject. (About 1 out of 86 attorneys in Florida is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law.)