Top-Rated Alachua County Personal Injury Attorney
If you were hurt by someone else’s negligence, you have a right to hold that party legally accountable and recover fair compensation for your injuries and other damages. An Alachua County personal injury lawyer from Meldon Law can help you get justice. We build, file, and negotiate claims and represent clients in civil court when necessary.
Founded in 1971, our team has over 50 years of experience helping injured clients recover the money they deserve. We have a long history of securing significant payouts for victims.
Let’s review your case together during your free consultation. Contact us today to get started.
Our Lawyers Won’t Back Down in Your Alachua County Personal Injury Case
You can trust the Alachua County personal injury team from Meldon Law to take on your case like it was our own. We will aggressively pursue the money you deserve and hold the at-fault party accountable while providing the compassion and support you need.
We know how important your case is to you. It matters to your daily life, your financial stability, and your physical recovery. When you hire us, you can count on our skill, experience, and knowledge to guide your case—the most important things needed for a positive outcome.
We will be here to answer your questions, provide facts and information, and guide you through the legal process. We will outline all your options and determine what is right for you.
We Have a Long History of Success
Meldon Law has been recovering compensation for clients for over five decades. Our recent case results include:
- A $415,000 settlement for a client who suffered injuries in a rear-end crash
- A $250,000 settlement for a woman injured when a negligent driver hit her parked car
- A $250,000 mediated settlement for a client hurt as a passenger in a side-impact collision
- A $210,000 settlement for a client who was rear-ended by an 18-wheeler on the interstate
- A $200,000 settlement for a client who was rear-ended by a driver who left the scene
- A $195,000 settlement for a passenger who required surgery after a crash
It Costs You Nothing Upfront to Hire a Meldon Law Attorney
We represent injured parties and their families based on contingency. Our lawyers never ask clients to pay anything upfront. Instead, we provide representation and resources contingent on the outcome of the case. You only pay if we win compensation for you.
What Injuries Can an Alachua County Personal Injury Lawyer Help Me Recover For?
Our Alachua County personal injury attorneys see a wide range of injuries and accident types. This includes catastrophic injuries that change the lives of the victims and those who love them. Examples include:
- Brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Burns
- Amputations
- Neck and back injuries
- Internal injuries
- Scarring and disfigurement
We understand how difficult it can be to require hospitalization and rehabilitation after an injury. The bills keep coming, and you may not know when or if you can return to work. We aim to make this easier for you by managing your claims from start to finish and fighting for the money you deserve.
Some of the common types of damages we recover in these cases include:
- Medical bills, current and future
- Ongoing care and support as needed for long-term injuries
- Missed work and lost pay
- Diminished earning capacity for lasting disabilities
- Property damage repair and related costs
- Some related expenses
- Pain and suffering damages
We also represent families whose loved ones passed away from their injuries. Our Alachua County wrongful death lawyers help families get justice and recover compensation. Contact us today to learn more.
Our Alachua County Injury Lawyers Understand How Negligence Causes Injuries
Most personal injuries occur when one party’s bad behavior causes another to suffer injuries. For example, a driver making a mistake behind the wheel can cause a crash, and the victim might have serious or even life-altering injuries. A property owner could fail to fix a hazard, which could lead to catastrophic injuries if a visitor falls. A dog owner could fail to leash their dog, which could attack an innocent person.
In the legal realm, we call this negligence. Negligence is at the heart of most personal injury cases.
Negligence occurs when one party is careless or reckless, and others are hurt as a result. Four elements are always present in negligence cases:
- Duty of care
- Breach of duty
- Causation
- Harm
In some cases, victims can file claims and recover compensation, regardless of whether or not someone was at fault. This includes car accident cases where the victim’s Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage will cover their minor or moderate injuries and when they are hurt at work and have access to workers’ compensation coverage.
However, in a serious injury car accident and other types of injury incidents, negligence almost always plays a key role. This includes:
- Auto accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Pedestrian accident
- Truck accidents
- Dog bites
- Slip and falls
When we represent clients in a negligence accident, we must document who is liable and how their action or inaction led to our client’s injuries. Strong evidence is the key to compelling the insurance company to settle the case for a fair payout or convincing the jury to award our client compensation.
How Our Alachua County Personal Injury Lawyer Will Build a Case for Compensation
To hold a party accountable and recover money in your injury case, we need to show:
- They acted negligently.
- They are legally liable for your injuries.
- You suffered specific, compensable damages.
So, how do you know who is liable for your injuries? Our attorneys will identify the likely parties and narrow down the list during our investigation. We can determine who you can hold accountable and the insurance coverage available to pay your claim. We manage all parts of this process, so you do not have to worry about it.
What Evidence Is Available to Support My Claim?
The evidence we use to support Alachua County personal injury cases varies based on many factors, including some that are unique to the particular case. Our team knows how to identify, preserve, and analyze the available evidence to build a compelling case and document what happened.
Some common steps we will take to investigate personal injury cases include:
- Interviewing our client about their experience
- Identifying and interviewing eyewitnesses about what happened
- Seeking any available video of the incident or accident
- Calling in reconstruction experts, especially for collisions
- Obtaining any official reports or records, including police reports from the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office and relevant medical records
- Working with experts to understand future care needs, prognosis, and related topics
- Gathering documentation of expenses and losses
What If I Am Partially to Blame for My Injuries?
Florida operates on a modified comparative negligence system under Florida Statutes § 768.81. This means you can seek compensation for your injuries in an accident as long as you were not more than 50 percent at fault.
Each party is assigned a percentage of fault, and any contribution you made to your own injuries could reduce your total payout by that amount. For this reason, our attorneys work to mitigate any allegations of shared fault in these cases. Shared fault could significantly affect the potential settlement value of your case.
Get the Compensation You Deserve
Call UsConsider Hiring an Alachua County Injury Lawyer Early in the Process
Alachua County has several well-respected hospitals where victims might receive care after an accident. HCA Florida North Florida Hospital in Gainesville provides a wide range of services, including emergency care and support after an accident. For the most serious injuries, UF Health Shands Hospital is designated as a Level I trauma center and provides advanced trauma care for critical injuries.
While we likely will not file your claim or be ready to take a case to trial until you reach maximum medical improvement or we fully understand your prognosis, we encourage you to contact us. This is true even if you are still receiving care in one of these hospitals or another facility.
We can begin work on your case as soon as you hire our team. While Fla. Stat. § 95.11 generally gives most people up to two years to file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit, we need to have time to investigate your accident and build a case. With the right evidence, we can often avoid taking cases to trial.
Discuss Your Injuries With Our Alachua County, FL, Legal Team
At Meldon Law, one of our Alachua County personal injury lawyers can represent you and help you fight for the money you need and deserve. We provide free consultations so you can learn more about your rights and legal options. We are here to help you when you need us the most. Let us handle your case during this frustrating and challenging time.
Contact us now for your free, confidential conversation with our team.