How much does it cost to hire a personal injury attorney?

We work on a contingency fee basis. That means you pay nothing up front and no fee at all unless we recover compensation for you. Your initial consultation is always free.

What is the deadline to file a personal injury claim in Florida?

Florida's statute of limitations for most negligence-based personal injury claims is generally two years from the date of the injury. Deadlines vary by case type, so it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights.

What types of damages can I recover?

Depending on your case, you may be entitled to recover medical expenses, lost wages and future earning capacity, pain and suffering, and other related costs. In wrongful death cases, surviving family members may recover additional damages.

How long will my case take?

Every case is different. Some claims settle in a matter of months, while others that require litigation can take longer. We work efficiently while making sure your case is fully and fairly valued.

Do I have to go to court?

Most personal injury cases settle without a trial. However, we prepare every case as if it will go to trial, which puts us in the strongest possible position to negotiate a fair settlement.

How Long Do You Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in Florida?

Deadlines are unforgiving. Missing the statute of limitations can end your case before it begins.

Mark H. Wright

March 5, 2026 · 5 min read

The general deadline

For most negligence-based injury claims, Florida now sets a two-year deadline from the date of injury. Filing late almost always means losing the right to recover.

Exceptions that change the clock

Claims against government entities, wrongful death cases, and injuries to minors follow different timelines. Some shorten the window dramatically.

Why waiting hurts your case

Beyond the legal deadline, evidence fades and witnesses move. The strongest cases are built early.

About the author

Mark H. Wright

Mark H. Wright is a trial attorney whose practice focuses on serious injury and wrongful death: premises liability, products liability, negligent security, insurance disputes, and automobile, truck, and motorcycle collisions.

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How Long Do You Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in Florida?

The general deadline

Exceptions that change the clock

Why waiting hurts your case

Know your rights before you need them

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