Why You Need a Pensacola Personal Injury Attorney
After an accident, you face a storm of challenges. You're trying to heal, but the medical bills are piling up. Insurance adjusters are calling, and they are not on your side. Their primary goal is to close your case for the lowest amount possible, often before you even know the full extent of your injuries.
Hiring a Pensacola personal injury attorney levels the playing field. We immediately take over all communication with the insurance companies. We handle the paperwork, gather all the evidence (from police reports and medical records to expert testimony), and build a comprehensive case designed to recover the full value of your claim. You focus on your recovery; we focus on the fight.
Types of Personal Injury Damages You Can Recover
In personal injury cases, the award of damages is based on the impact the injuries caused upon the victims and their severity. Below are the main categories of damages:
Economic Damages
Economic damages are awarded to an injured person to restore losses due to the injury. Medical bills, lost income, and any other out-of-pocket expenses are common. For example, if you are admitted to the hospital or need surgery after an accident, these costs can be included. Future medical expenses and long-term care costs, such as rehabilitation or therapy, may also be included.
Non-Economic Damages
This refers to all the measurable financial losses you've suffered. It's not just the emergency room bill. We fight to recover costs for:
- All past and future medical treatment
- Lost income and wages
- Reduced or lost earning capacity for the future
- Physical therapy and rehabilitation
- Property damage
Common examples include:
- Pain and suffering: Compensation for the physical pain caused by the injury.
- Emotional distress: Compensation for the mental anguish, which can include anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress.
- Loss of consortium: Compensation for the loss of companionship or intimacy due to the injury.
Punitive Damages
In some rare cases, punitive damages may be awarded. These are not meant to compensate you but to punish the at-fault party for extreme negligence or intentional harm (such as an accident caused by a drunk driver). We can advise if these apply to your case.
Our Successful Personal Injury Claims
Our team of Pensacola personal injury lawyers has successfully secured compensation for clients facing a range of personal injuries. Here are some notable cases:
- $110,000 Settlement: A client sustained neck injuries and required surgery after a T-bone collision caused by another driver.
- $3,000,000 Settlement: With the assistance of our knowledgeable brain injury lawyer, a client who suffered a traumatic brain injury in a head-on collision secured a settlement to help support his recovery and family.
- $110,000 Settlement: A passenger in a head-on collision sustained a broken arm and rotator cuff tear, ultimately securing a settlement.
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Get in Touch with a Pensacola Personal injury Attorney
If you or someone you know has suffered an injury due to another’s negligence, don’t face the aftermath alone. At Browning Law Firm, our personal injury attorney Pensacola FL team is dedicated to supporting personal injury victims throughout their recovery, from managing medical bills to fighting for fair compensation.
Contact us at 850-864-4384 for a free consultation. Let an experienced personal injury lawyer in Pensacola, Florida advocate for your rights and pursue the justice and support you deserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to hire a Pensacola personal injury lawyer?
At Browning Law Firm, we work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay us absolutely nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win your case, either through a settlement or a court verdict. Our fee is a percentage of the compensation we recover for you. If we don't win, you don't owe us a fee.
What if the insurance company already offered me a settlement?
This is a strong sign you should speak to an attorney. The first offer is almost never the best offer. It's a tactic to close your case quickly and cheaply. Never sign anything without a legal review. An experienced Pensacola injury lawyer can review the offer and negotiate for the full amount you are actually owed.
How much is my personal injury case worth?
Every case is unique, so there is no simple "calculator" for a case's value. The worth of your claim depends on several factors. An experienced injury lawyer in Pensacola will evaluate:
- The severity of your injuries.
- The total cost of your past and future medical bills.
- The amount of lost wages and impact on your future earning capacity.
- The extent of your pain and suffering (non-economic damages).
- The clarity of who was at fault.
- The strength of the evidence.
During your free consultation, we can review these factors to give you a more accurate understanding of what your case may be worth.
What's the difference between an 'insurance claim' and a 'lawsuit'?
An 'insurance claim' is the first step, where we negotiate with the at-fault party's insurance provider for a fair settlement. The vast majority of cases (over 90%) are resolved at this stage. A 'lawsuit' is what happens if the insurance company refuses to be fair. We file a formal complaint with the court to seek justice from a jury. We prepare every case as if it will go to trial to show the insurance company we are serious.
