If you’ve been injured or a loved one has been killed due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, you may have a case. Factors such as the severity of your injuries, who is at fault for the accident, the available money damages, and insurance all play a role. Contact us for a free consultation to evaluate your situation.
A personal injury claim can typically be brought by the injured party themselves. In cases where the victim is incapacitated, a minor, or has passed away, a legal guardian or family member may bring the claim. In a wrongful death matter, an estate representative of the deceased person must be appointed to bring the claim. Our lawyers and the firms with which we work regularly assist clients through this process.
After an accident, prioritize your health and safety. Seek medical attention, document the scene & injuries with photographs (if possible), gather witness contact information, and report the incident. Contact our firm as soon as possible to discuss your legal options so that we may immediately involve an investigator to document facts and memorialize witness statements, if necessary. Do not allow anyone to record any statement from you about the event. While you have a duty to cooperate with your insurance company to report the incident and answer questions, you are NOT required to allow your statement to be recorded and should inform them you do NOT consent to the call or interview being recorded.
We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay any upfront fees. Our fees are only collected if we win and successfully recover compensation for you.
Florida has a deadline for filing a personal injury lawsuit known as a statute of limitations which varies by case type. For most cases, this limitation expires in as little as 2 years after the event causing injury. Some cases can be as short as one year. It is critically important to act quickly. Contact us promptly to ensure you don’t miss your deadline.
The value of your case depends on several factors, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and the extent of negligence involved. We will assess your case and provide an estimate based on similar cases and legal precedents
Many personal injury cases are settled outside of court through negotiations. However, if a fair settlement cannot be reached, Barnes Trial Group is fully prepared to take your case to trial to fight for the compensation you deserve. MOST LAW FIRMS AND ATTORNEYS ARE NOT. We have built a strong reputation among the defense and insurance industry as a formidable trial law firm, willing to take cases to trial. In an average year we will set between 80-90 cases per year for trial. This forces the insurance industry to take our law firm very seriously and to understand that if fair compensation is not paid they will be faced with a jury trial.
The duration varies depending on the complexity of the case, the willingness of the insurance company to settle, and court schedules. Some cases settle within months, while others may take longer to reach resolution. Our team at Barnes Trial Group will provide updates and guidance throughout your case to keep you informed. You only have one shot at compensation. Barnes Trial Group has the expertise and resources to build a case and push the insurance carriers toward a fair settlement in a reasonable amount of time.
Insurance companies often offer settlements that are lower than what you deserve. Before accepting any offer, consult with us to ensure it covers all your damages and future expenses. We will negotiate on your behalf to maximize your compensation.
A settlement is an agreement reached between the parties involved, typically negotiated before a case goes to trial. A verdict, on the other hand, is a decision made by a judge or jury in a courtroom after evaluating the evidence presented during the trial. Fewer and fewer attorneys and law firms have the training, experience and skill to bring a case before a jury. Barnes Trial Group and its founder, Stephen Barnes, have been successfully trying cases to verdict for over 30 years.
