Personal Injury Attorney in Tampa, FL

An injury can affect every aspect of your life, leaving you with thousands of dollars in medical bills and often no way to pay for them if you are unable to work. You might also be suffering from considerable pain. If another party’s carelessness caused your injury, you can add frustration and anger to what you’re already feeling. Our team can help you hold them accountable for your injuries and losses.

Get help from a personal injury lawyer in Tampa from Meldon Law today.

What Do Our Lawyers Do for You?

When you enlist our help, we handle everything for you. We take all the following off your plate so you can focus on your recovery or caring for your injured loved one:

• Gather evidence
• File all necessary paperwork
• Establish the liable party(s)
• Identify all your damages
• Handle all communication with the insurance company and other involved parties
• Negotiate for a fair settlement
• Manage deadlines
• Prepare your case for trial
• Represent you in front of a jury

Why You Want Us on Your Side

At Meldon Law, we know your injury case is more than a legal matter; it’s your life, your recovery, and your future. Since 1971, we’ve been fighting for Floridians with skill, experience, and relentless dedication, recovering hundreds of millions of dollars for our clients. When you choose us, you get a team that treats your fight like it’s our own and refuses to back down from anyone, inside or outside the courtroom.

Our attorneys don’t just know the law, we know how to prove negligence, determine liability, and build the strongest case possible. We limit the number of cases we take so every client gets personalized attention, direct communication, and a clear understanding of the legal process. You’ll never be left wondering where your case stands.

We’re proud to be the official law firm partner of the Florida Gators, just one of many ways we serve communities across Florida. It’s also a testament to our credibility and reputation across the state; we’re Trusted By the Florida Gators and Floridians Everywhere.

We don’t take that trust lightly. Through programs like Meldon Law Cares, our Veterans Making a Difference initiative, and our Scholar-Athlete Scholarship, we’re committed to helping people both inside and outside the courtroom.

Most importantly, we care about the person behind the case. We’ll meet you in the hospital if needed, explain every step, and fight for the best possible outcome, because to us, this isn’t just a job; it’s our calling.

We Can Help With All Types of Injuries and Accidents in Tampa

Our team can help, regardless of how you were injured. We have handled all the following in Tampa and throughout Florida:

• Bicycle accidents
• Boat accidents
• Car accidents
• Catastrophic injuries
• Dog bites
• Motorcycle accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Premises liability
• Slips and falls
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Truck accidents
• Wrongful death

What Compensation Can I Recover for an Injury in Tampa?

Your recoverable damages depend on the specifics of your injury and losses. However, damages we commonly recover for clients include:

• Medical Bills: We fight to recover every dollar you’ve spent or will need to spend on medical care, including emergency treatment, hospital stays, surgeries, doctor visits, prescriptions, rehabilitation, and any ongoing therapy. Your recovery should never be limited by your ability to pay for the care you need.
• Lost Wages: If your injuries forced you to miss work, we seek compensation for the income you’ve already lost. We make sure the at-fault party, not you, bears the financial burden of the time you were unable to earn a paycheck.
• Lost Earning Capacity: When your injuries limit or end your ability to work in the same capacity as before, we calculate and pursue the value of your lost future income. This includes factoring in raises, promotions, and career opportunities you’ll no longer have because of the accident.
• Miscellaneous Related Expenses: From travel costs to and from medical appointments to necessary modifications to your home or vehicle, we account for every out-of-pocket expense tied to your injury. Even seemingly small costs can add up, and you shouldn’t be left to cover them.
• Pain and Suffering: Injuries aren’t just physical; they take a toll on your overall well-being. We work to secure damages for the physical pain, discomfort, and loss of enjoyment in life you’ve experienced since your accident.
• Emotional Anguish: Traumatic events often cause anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other psychological challenges. We ensure that your emotional suffering is valued and that the compensation reflects the full extent of your hardship.

We can also help you if you lost a loved one. We know that suing someone may not be high on your list of priorities right now, but a settlement or award could allow you to cover your new expenses and make ends meet while you grieve. We can help you seek justice and compensation for funeral and burial expenses, bills for any care your loved one needed before they passed, lost support and services, loss of companionship and protection, and pain and suffering.

How to Hold a Liable Party Responsible for Your Injury

If another person’s carelessness or intentional act caused your injury, you may be entitled to compensation. However, you need to be able to prove it. Proving it requires demonstrating the following elements:

• The other party must have owed you or a loved one a duty of care. This looks different in every situation. For example, property owners owe visitors a duty to keep their premises safe. Drivers owe other road users a duty to drive safely and do what they can to prevent accidents.
• They breached that duty. For example, a property owner failed to fix a broken handrail in a staircase. A driver was texting and ran a red light.
• Their breach caused your accident and injury. You fell down the stairs and suffered broken bones and a spinal cord injury. The other driver t-boned your vehicle, causing you to suffer a traumatic brain injury.
• You suffered damages, such as medical bills, lost wages, lost earning capacity, and pain and suffering.

Our team will handle this on your behalf.

What to Do After an Injury

Knowing what to do after an injury can make all the difference in your health, your recovery, and the strength of your legal case. Taking these steps right away can help protect your rights and maximize your chances of receiving full compensation.

• Get Medical Attention Immediately: Your health comes first. Even if you feel fine, some injuries aren’t immediately obvious. A prompt medical exam protects your well-being and creates an official record of your injuries.
• Report the Incident: Whether it’s to your employer, property owner, or law enforcement, make sure the incident is formally documented as soon as possible. If you report an accident to the Tampa Police Department or the property’s management, be sure to get a copy of the report.
• Gather Evidence at the Scene: If you’re able, take photos or videos of the accident scene, your injuries, property damage, and anything that could help show what happened.
• Collect Witness Information: Get names and contact details of anyone who saw the accident. Their statements can be invaluable later.
• Keep All Records and Receipts: Save medical bills, insurance correspondence, pay stubs, and receipts for any accident-related expenses. These documents help prove the full impact of your injury.
• Avoid Giving Statements to Insurance Adjusters: Insurance companies may use your words against you. Politely decline recorded statements until you’ve spoken with an attorney.
• Follow Your Doctor’s Orders: Attend all follow-up appointments, take prescribed medications, and follow your treatment plan. Gaps in care can hurt your case.
• Contact an Experienced Personal Injury Attorney: The sooner you have legal representation, the better your chances of protecting your rights.

Can I Recover Compensation Even If I Contributed to the Accident?

Most people don’t think they can recover compensation if they were doing something negligent at the time of the accident, e.g., texting and walking or speeding. However, you may be entitled to compensation so long as you are not more than 50% responsible for the accident or your injuries.

It’s important to note that while you can recover compensation, your percentage of fault will decrease what you can recover. For example, you were speeding when your car was t-boned by a driver who ran a red light. The investigation found that they were 80% at fault, while you share 20% of the fault. Your final damage award is $500,000. You could recover $400,000 (80% of your award).

We’re Ready to Help You Seek Justice and Compensation

If you’ve been injured in Tampa, you may be facing medical bills, lost wages, and the stress of an uncertain future. Our experienced personal injury team is here to fight for the compensation you deserve. We offer a free initial consultation, and you don’t pay for our time unless we win your case. Contact Meldon Law today to protect your rights and start your journey toward recovery.

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