When you're injured in an accident, your focus should be on recovery: not medical bills, lost wages, and calls from insurance adjusters. You shouldn't have to fight them alone.
We work closely with our clients from start to finish, with direct access to attorney Jeffrey K. Green throughout every case. We handle motor vehicle accidents, trucking accidents, fall-down cases, and wrongful death claims. Jeffrey Green spent 15 years defending insurance companies before spending the last 21 representing injured people exclusively, and that experience shapes how he anticipates the tactics carriers use against injured claimants.
We are the local law firm providing a Personal Approach with Professional Results.
What to Know About an Injury Claim in Florida
Florida is a no-fault state for car accidents. Your own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage pays a portion of your initial medical bills and lost wages no matter who caused the crash. To pursue the at-fault driver for pain, suffering, and other losses beyond PIP, Florida law generally requires a serious injury, such as a permanent injury or significant and permanent scarring.
Two other rules shape almost every Florida injury claim:
- Time limits. For most negligence claims arising after March 24, 2023, Florida's statute of limitations is two years from the date of the injury. Wrongful death claims also carry a two-year limit. Missing the deadline can bar a claim entirely.
- Shared fault. Florida follows a modified comparative negligence rule. If you are found partly at fault, your recovery is reduced by your share of the fault, and if you are found more than 50 percent at fault, you generally cannot recover damages.
Injury Cases We Handle
- Motor vehicle and motorcycle accidents on local roads and Florida interstates, including I-95 and US-1.
- Trucking accidents involving commercial vehicles. Learn more about truck accident claims in Palm Coast.
- Fall-down and premises liability claims for injuries caused by unsafe conditions on someone else's property.
- Wrongful death claims for families who have lost a loved one because of someone else's negligence.
- Defective product liability claims when an unsafe product causes serious harm.
How Your Case Moves Forward
1. Free consultation
We start by listening. You can meet with us at our Palm Harbor Office Park location or talk with us by phone. We review what happened and explain your options in plain terms.
2. Investigation
We gather the accident report, medical records, witness statements, and other evidence, and we handle communication with the insurance companies so you can focus on your recovery.
3. Negotiation or trial
Many injury claims resolve through negotiation. When an insurer will not make a fair offer, a case may need to go to court. Jeffrey Green's practice includes state and federal trial and appellate work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do after an accident in Palm Coast?
Call 911, make sure everyone is safe, and get medical care. Florida PIP benefits generally require that you receive initial medical treatment within 14 days of the accident. If you can, photograph the scene, the vehicles, and your injuries, and exchange information with the other driver without discussing fault. Speak with an attorney before giving a recorded statement to the other driver's insurance company.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Florida?
For most negligence claims arising after March 24, 2023, the limit is two years from the date of the injury. Some claims have different deadlines, so it is best to talk with an attorney as soon as you can.
Does the consultation cost anything?
No. Your first consultation with Katz & Green is free.
Do you only handle cases in Palm Coast?
Our office is in Palm Coast, and we represent injured people throughout Flagler County and the surrounding areas.
This page provides general information, not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.
