The right medical care protects your health and your personal injury claim. Don’t let concern about large medical bills get in the way of your treatment. Our personal injury lawyers can help you get the treatment you need without waiting for a settlement. We’ll also help build the record you’ll need to get fair compensation.
Need medical care after a crash? Confused about walk-in clinics, chiropractic physicians, “stand alone” emergency rooms or emergency rooms attached to hospitals and others who market for car accident victims? We can help you understand your medical options and what is best for you.
Your top priority after a serious injury should be medical care and recovery. We make it ours, too. While we’re building your case, we’ll also ensure you have access to the care you need.
The legal system can be intimidating. Our team will be by your side, every step of the process to answer questions and champion for your rights.
We communicate with the insurance companies on your behalf and are with you every step of the way.
Our personal injury lawyers know how stressful the time right after a serious injury can be. The combination of lost income and the need for costly medical care can be overwhelming. Insurance companies know that, too, and may try to use your circumstances to force a quick, lowball settlement. There is better way. Our lawyers can help you get the care you need without up-front payment so you don’t have to give up your rights. Contact our Jacksonville office at 904-251-1111 or 800-251-1111 for a free, no-obligation personal injury consultation with Harrell & Harrell, P.A.
Our attorneys take your medical care seriously. We know your future depends on getting the right treatment and getting the compensation you deserve. That’s why we prioritize both medical care and medical documentation. We have nurses on staff and an in-house medical library to help ensure that we fully understand the medical issues in your case and how they will impact your life moving forward. At the same time, we work to ensure that you’re getting the medical treatment you need, and connect you with the medical experts we need to build the strongest possible case on your behalf.
If you don’t have medical insurance or your insurer is holding back payment because a third party may be responsible, it can be tough to get treatment. One way we can assist is to provide a letter of protection to your medical providers. You and your attorney agree that the medical providers will be paid out of your settlement. Then, providers treat you without requiring up-front payment. This arrangement means you never have to delay treatment or pick and choose the care you feel like you can afford.
That includes mental health treatment, which can be critical after a traumatic accident. For example, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is very common after a serious car accident. Mental health providers can help you recover after a crash and help you navigate new limitations and financial stress.
Being assessed for mental health effects is also important because the impact psychological issues can have on your quality of life is a factor in determining the value of your claim.
At Harrell & Harrell, P.A., we only employ the most skilled and experienced personal injury lawyers to support your physical and financial recovery by ensuring that you get the right care and assembling the evidence you need to support a fair settlement or jury verdict.
Today, we help clients with our comprehensive range of personal injury law practice areas, including:
Auto accidents: Car accident victims soon realize that insurance companies don’t have their best interests in mind. People who have sustained injuries in an auto accident due to someone else’s negligence have the right to seek full compensation for many types of damages, and that starts with access to the right medical care.We’ve handled thousands of auto accident cases for clients throughout Northeast Florida, including complex cases that involve multiple parties, drivers, and manufacturers.
Truck accidents: Because of the huge difference in size and weight of the vehicles, accidents between passenger cars and large commercial trucks often cause severe and lasting injuries. You’ll want to get the right help as soon as possible. That means getting the medical care you need right away. It also means hiring experienced personal injury lawyers who understand the complexities of commercial truck accident cases and can provide a buffer between you and the insurance companies. At Harrell & Harrell, P.A., we have decades of experience helping with both medical care and your claim.
Motorcycle accidents: Because motorcycle riders are more vulnerable in traffic, they often suffer more serious injuries than those in passenger vehicles. Medical care is often expensive and ongoing.Whether your motorcycle accident was caused by a negligent driver, faulty road maintenance, a defective part or some other cause, we can help. If you’ve been injured due to the negligence of another person or entity, call Harrell & Harrell, P.A. today.
Wrongful death: Any loss of a loved one is devastating, but when your loss is due to someone else’s careless behavior, unreasonable act, or negligence, it can be especially challenging for survivors to accept their loss and begin to move on with their lives.
A wrongful death may leave you and your family struggling to pay medical costs, funeral expenses and more as you also face the lack of income that your loved one once provided. If you believe your loved one died due to a negligent act, it’s important to consult with a wrongful death lawyer as soon as you possibly can. The circumstances surrounding the accidental death should be promptly documented to ensure that no crucial evidence is lost over time. We offer free consultations, with no obligation to you, to discuss the details of the loss of your loved one and help you determine the strength of your case.
Nursing home abuse and neglect: Nursing home abuse or neglect cases are heartbreaking for families and friends, and we take a special interest in protecting the rights of the elderly and ensuring that they receive the quality care they deserve. That extends beyond the courtroom–our firm is a community leader in advocating for patients’ rights, even assisting in the drafting of legislation and testifying before state and federal legislatures. If your loved one has been the victim of nursing home neglect or abuse, you don’t have to face insurance companies or nursing home lawyers alone. Our compassionate, experienced nursing home abuse lawyers are available for a private consultation in your home, at our office, or at the hospital.
Workers’ compensation claims: Injuries sustained at job sites can change a victim’s life, keeping him or her from being able to earn a living. The workers’ compensation system was designed to ensure that injured workers have access to medical care right away, but it doesn’t always work that way. If you are injured on the job and are having trouble getting appropriate medical care or disability payments, we have workers’ compensation lawyers who are ready to help. We provide a no-obligation, no-cost consultation during which we will review the details of your claim and accident, as well as any insurance company denials of the benefits you deserve.
Social Security Disability claims: For most people, it’s a challenge to navigate the Social Security Disability system. Most initial SSDI claims are denied, often because the applicant didn’t understand the type and extent of medical documentation required or how to provide it. With nurses on staff and an in-house medical library, our experienced Social Security disability lawyers can help. If you’ve been denied SSDI, contact us today. You have only a short time to appeal.
Premises liability: Property owners have an obligation to keep their premises reasonably safe for others on the property. But premises liability claims are a bit more complicated than other types of negligence claims, in part because the property owner’s responsibilities are different depending on the reason the injured person was on the property. An experienced premises liability lawyer can explain the duty of care a property owner owed in your situation and gather evidence to support your claim. We’ll also help make sure you have access to the medical care you need right away, without waiting for a settlement.
Product liability: A manufacturer is not required to produce a product that is accident-proof, but product liability law does protect users of the product when they have been injured by a defective product. But “defective” in product liability law doesn’t mean exactly what you might expect. As experienced defective product lawyers, we understand the complexities involved in product liability cases and how to build a strong case for you. Contact Harrell & Harrell, P.A., if you believe you have been injured by a defective product.
Traumatic brain injury: The leading causes of traumatic brain injury (TBI) include slip and fall accidents, auto accidents, and being struck by or with an object. A severe TBI can change a victim’s life and the lives of his or her loved ones forever, and a victim may require lifelong medical care. We understand the emotional, physical and financial effects that even a mild TBI can have on our clients, and know how important it is for victims to have a skilled traumatic brain injury lawyer who can help them obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.
Spinal cord injury: If you or a loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, consult an experienced spinal cord injury lawyer once medical attention has been sought. At Harrell & Harrell, P.A., we’ve represented clients whose spine injuries resulted in costs in excess of a million dollars, including the costs of surgeries, home healthcare services, physical therapy, medications, medical equipment, home modifications and more. Contact our lawyers to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your case.
Medical malpractice: It’s unfortunate, but even the most experienced healthcare providers, physicians or hospitals can make errors. When those mistakes are due to the failure to provide adequate treatment or follow certain standards—and when they have devastating outcomes for patients and their families—it’s critical to consult an experienced medical malpractice lawyer promptly. If a lawsuit is determined to be the right course for you, your lawsuit must be filed before the statute of limitations and other restrictions apply.
Boating and watercraft accidents: Florida’s waterways are one of our state’s greatest natural assets, but jet skis, boats and other watercraft can be dangerous. Passengers and operators are at risk of serious injuries in accidents, including concussions, broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, and internal injuries. If you believe that your boating accident was the result of reckless behavior or negligence, our boating accident lawyers can help you deal with the insurance company of the person or entity that’s responsible. Contact us for a free consultation before you agree to any settlement.
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If you’ve been injured in an accident, your choice of a personal injury lawyer can make all the difference. The difference between getting the medical care you need for the best chance at recovery and having to pick and choose. The difference between a fair settlement that puts you back on stable ground and a lifetime of struggle. Choose with care.
Put first things first: Right after an accident, you’ll need two things. The first is access to the medical care you need, which may include testing, surgical procedures, medication, follow-ups, physical therapy, counseling and more. Even if your injuries seem minor at first, it’s important to get checked out–sometimes injuries aren’t noticable immediately or worsen over time. The second is a buffer between you and an insurance company that wants to save money at your expense. At Harrell & Harrell, P.A., we help with both.
Determine your needs: If your case involves serious injuries, the death of a loved one, or the likelihood that multiple parties may be held liable, your needs are different than someone who has minor injuries in a straightforward accident. A complex case requires experienced trial lawyers, even if you don’t think you’ll need to go to trial. Ask potential personal injury law firms how many cases like yours they have handled and how much trial experience they have.
Do some homework: As with any important decision, take the time to do research and check with friends and family for references so that you can narrow down your list. Resist the temptation to rely on advertising alone as a way to vet potential personal injury lawyers; instead, research the firms online and visit their websites to read the profiles of individual lawyers to see what type of experience they have. You’ll also want to look for information on how long the firm has been in existence and what practice areas they focus on. Some firms handle personal injury cases if asked to do so, but personal injury may not be their main practice area. You want experts representing you that have experience not only in personal injury, but also in cases that are similar to yours.
Schedule a consultation with one of our lawyers: Take advantage of a free consultation with one of our personal injury lawyers. We’ll do our best to make you feel comfortable expressing all of your concerns and have ample time to ask questions. A trustworthy personal injury lawyer will be honest about the strength of your case. Keep in mind that a personal injury case can take many months to settle—we want you to feel comfortable entering what may be a long-term client-lawyer relationship.
Find out who would work on your case. It’s customary for your case to be handled by a team of people at a personal injury law firm, particularly if your case and the circumstances surrounding your accident are complex. You should, however, be given a clear answer when you ask who will be doing the actual work on your personal injury case. You’ll also want to know how often you can expect to hear from your lawyer and how available he or she will be to you as your case progresses. Get an understanding of this before you choose a lawyer in order to avoid any misunderstandings once the firm begins work on your case.
Don’t give in to pressure. A reputable lawyer will not pressure you to rush into signing a retainer agreement. You should be allowed the time necessary to make sure you thoroughly understand the retainer, any contingency fees, and any other aspect of how the lawyer’s services will be paid for. At Harrell & Harrell, P.A., we work on a contingency basis, which means we only get paid if we are successful in settling your case. We will be glad to review the details of this with you in our initial free consultation.
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