Personal Injury
Personal Injury & Wrongful Death
In just seconds, an accident can change a life forever. If your life has been changed due to another’s negligence or misconduct, you may need legal help. With over 25 years of experience in targeting responsible parties, Darol Carr is a forceful advocate for victims in personal injury lawsuits and surviving family members in wrongful death lawsuits.
Preparation
Since most personal injury cases settle before ever reaching the courtroom, a favorable settlement can depend on how well prepared for trial your attorney is. If defendants and their insurance companies think that your attorney isn’t willing to go to trial, they may not take you seriously, and they may not offer you the just compensation you deserve. Darol Carr primes himself to fight your case up to and including in court. However, he is also aware of the benefits of reaching a resolution in a timely manner and proceeds with resolving matters out of court when an optimal settlement can be reached.
Accountability
Under Florida law, when someone dies unexpectedly due to the actions of someone else, surviving family members can recover compensation for the love and support their loved one would have provided, if not for his or her untimely death. Although no amount of monetary compensation can replace the love of your relative, Darol Carr works to hold responsible parties financially accountable.
By Your Side
You shouldn’t have to face the consequences of another’s negligent or reckless behavior alone. Personal injury and wrongful death law can be complex, and an experienced attorney can help guide you through your options, protect your rights and obtain just compensation for your injuries. Whether on a contingency or hourly fee basis, Darol Carr is by your side through every phase of the legal process, providing the compassionate and competent legal counsel you deserve.
Taking Action
Taking legal action cannot undo the physical or mental harm suffered, but it may help obtain better medical treatment, provide security for you and your family and help you move forward with your life. In Florida, you have four years from the date of the incident to file a personal injury claim and two years from the time of your loved one’s passing for wrongful death claims.
Darol Carr has experience in handling all types of personal injury and wrongful death cases including:
- Auto and motorcycle accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Boat accidents
- ATV accidents
- Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
- Slip and falls
- Whiplash
- Broken bones
- Defective products
- Brain and head injuries
- Spinal injuries
- Amputations
- Injuries to extremities
- Hearing and vision impairment
We urge you to call Farr Law Firm at 941.639.1158 or contact us via our online form.
Personal Injury Lawsuits
Eligibility
Personal injury lawsuits must be brought within a certain period of time after an injury occurs due to another party’s negligence. If not, the injured party may not be able to recover compensation. In Florida, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is four years from the date of the injury, but filing a lawsuit as soon as possible after the incident may improve the case’s credibility. Additionally, to qualify, the claim must be for a genuine injury that was the result of another’s negligence. A personal injury attorney will review the facts and determine the validity of the case.
Compensation
If an injury is the result of another’s negligent behavior, the injured party may receive monetary compensation. Compensation may be awarded by the court or through settlement between the parties. The injured party may be compensated for such things as medical expenses, lost income, loss of earning capacity, emotional stress, loss of enjoyment of life and more. The type and amount of compensation received depends on the injuries sustained, and may depend on how well the personal injury attorney presents the case.
What to Do After an Accident
If you or a loved one suffered harm due to the actions of someone else, there are several things you can do to help strengthen a potential claim:
- Take notes about the incident. Write down as many details about how you were injured, what happened immediately afterwards and what were the results later, such as loss of wages or medical treatment.
- Keep copies of any police reports, medical records related to the injuries and note any conversations you had with others involved in the incident.
- If possible, document the incident by taking photographs (visible injuries or damage to property).
- Obtain contact information of anyone who witnessed the incident.
- Meet with a qualified attorney who can evaluate if you have a claim and help you understand your rights.
Wrongful Death Lawsuits
Eligibility
Wrongful death lawsuits must be brought by the surviving members of the deceased within a certain period of time after a death due to the misconduct of another. If not, the deceased’s family may not be able to recover compensation for financial losses suffered as a result of the death. In Florida, the statue of limitations for wrongful death claims is two years from the date of death. Surviving relatives must prove that the death was the result of another party’s negligence or intentional behavior and that financial losses were suffered as a result of their loved one’s untimely death. The most common causes of wrongful death include car, truck and motorcycle accidents, workplace accidents and defective products. A wrongful death attorney will review the facts and determine the validity of the case.
Compensation
Surviving family members are entitled to receive compensation for losses related to the death of a relative due to the misconduct of another. Compensation may be awarded by the court or through settlement between the parties. Family members may receive compensation for medical bills, funeral expenses, loss of anticipated earnings and more. The type and amount of compensation received depends on a number of factors, including the relationship between the survivor and the deceased, the amount of the deceased's net income available to the survivor, and may depend on how well the wrongful death attorney presents the case.
What is a personal injury claim?
A personal injury claim is brought by victims who have been injured from the negligence of someone else. Negligence occurs when an individual or entity fails to provide a proper or reasonable level of care for the safety of others. The negligent party may be liable for any resulting injuries.
What is a wrongful death claim?
A wrongful death claim is brought by family members of a deceased individual who was killed as the result of another’s negligent, reckless or intentional act. Florida wrongful death claims, depending on the facts, can be brought by the spouse, parents, children, brothers and sisters, grandparents, and grandchildren of the deceased.
