No. We proudly represent clients throughout the entire great State of Florida.
No. It is not. Immediately after an accident, you are dealing with unexpected physical injuries and economic loss. You do not need the stress of unknown attorneys and their staff or “runners” contacting you to get your case. These phone calls and solicitations only add to the strain that you are already experiencing. These actions are inappropriate; attorneys are not allowed to do this. Many people do not realize that this is illegal and end up retaining the unscrupulous attorney. You have the right to find your own attorney.
You can look it up yourself. These are often public records that you can look up yourself by going to the Clerk of Court for the appropriate county. Below are links to the Clerk of Court for Miami Dade, Broward and Palm Beach County
In these types of cases, Collazo Law Firm will represent you on a contingency fee basis, which means you only pay us if and when we win your case. Our fee would then come in the form of a percentage of the settlement or verdict amount we obtain. By law, for the most part, all wrongful death cases in Florida are handled in this manner.
This is one of the questions that we get asked the most. Although we pride ourselves on always being straightforward and transparent, we cannot give you a dollar amount without knowing the facts of the case. Every wrongful death is different and has its distinct circumstances and facts. As such, each wrongful death case has its own value based on the facts, the circumstances and that law. We know that this is not the answer you need to hear during this extremely difficult time.
You have our word that we will investigate, analyze, strategize, plan, to quickly and efficiently determine the amount that you deserve.
The amount of damages depend on the circumstances surrounding each case. However, under Florida law, you may be able to recover economic damages, non-economical damages, and punitive damages.
In these types of cases, Collazo Law Firm will represent you on a contingency fee basis, which means you only pay us if and when we win your case. Our fee would then come in the form of a percentage of the settlement or verdict amount we obtain. By law, for the most part, all wrongful death cases in Florida are handled in this manner.
This is one of the questions that we get asked the most. Although we pride ourselves on always being straightforward and transparent, we cannot give you a dollar amount without knowing the facts of the case. Every wrongful death is different and has its distinct circumstances and facts. As such, each wrongful death case has its own value based on the facts, the circumstances and that law. We know that this is not the answer you need to hear during this extremely difficult time.
You have our word that we will investigate, analyze, strategize, plan, to quickly and efficiently determine the amount that you deserve.
The amount of damages depend on the circumstances surrounding each case. However, under Florida law, you may be able to recover economic damages, non-economical damages, and punitive damages.
- Call the police and get a police report.
- If you can, take pictures of the damage to all the vehicles involved in the accident.
- Get medical attention immediately.
- Call Collazo Law Firm. We will file your insurance claim and deal with the insurance company.
TIP: Under no circumstances should you allow the insurance company to take your recorded statement without first speaking with an attorney.
In these types of cases, Collazo Law Firm represents you on a contingency-fee basis, which means you only pay us if and when we win your case. Our fee comes in the form of a percentage of the settlement or verdict amount we obtain. By law, for the most part, all accident cases are handled in this manner.
- First thing First. Prepare and Protect your family and property. Make sure to stay informed of all hurricane-related developments.
- Gather all hurricane emergency supplies.
- Gather and store your important documents including insurance policies. TIP: Take a picture with your cellular phone of all important documents.
- Review your insurance policy immediately. Speak with your insurance agent or insurance company to make sure that you have the necessary coverage.
- Take pictures of your home and belongings. Take pictures of every room, the roof, outside structures, pools, sheds, valuables. Take pictures of everything.
TIP. Use this Property Inventory Form to help you track your belongings.
- What should I do after we have suffered hurricane damage to our property?
- Document everything. As soon as it is safe to do so, walk around your property and make a list of the damage. The insurance company and Collazo Law Firm will need this information for your claim. Feel free to use this Property Inventory Form to list your damage.
- Take pictures of the damage. If you can, take pictures of everything that has been damaged. Take pictures of everything, we will figure out which pictures the insurance company will need. No damage is too small, take a picture of it. Also, take pictures of the damage as it progresses.
- Call your insurance company. As soon as you can. Let them know that your property has been damaged. Remember everyone else is calling them also and they usually handle the claims on a first come first serve basis.
- Keep records. Keep notes of every conversation that you have with the insurance company. Keep records of every document that you receive from them.
- Call Collazo Law Firm. Focus on your home and family and let us deal with the insurance company and the claim.
TIP: Below are some resources to help you plan and prepare for a hurricane:
- Red Cross Hurricane Preparedness Checklist
- FEMA
- National Hurricane Center