Orlando Personal Injury Attorneys

Car Accidents

Car accidents continue to be a major problem in the Sunshine State. In 2021, there were 400,431 crashes and 252,562 total injuries were recorded. In the Orlando Metropolitan Area and Central Florida, 27,390 car crashes were recorded. Statistics show 13,802 of those accidents resulted in 23,065 injuries.

Injuries from accidents typically include head and back injuries, neck and chest injuries and cuts and bruises about the body. Head and back injuries are common because of the force with which vehicles collide. The head may hit the steering wheel, window or windshield. A foreign object may even penetrate the brain. Common back injuries include spinal cord damage and herniated discs.

In relation to neck injuries, whiplash is the most common. It often occurs in rear-end accidents when the head and neck are jerked forward while the body stays still. This motion damages the muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Whiplash can vary from mild to severe.

Some of the chest injuries which occur during accidents are caused by the seatbelt. When the seatbelt tightens to prevent the person from being ejected from the vehicle, many injuries are possible. These can range from minor abrasions and bruising to rib and sternum fractures organ injuries and intestinal injuries.

Car accidents have several causes including:

• Driving under the influence,
• Driving while fatigued
• Distracted driving
• Road conditions
• Weather conditions
• Mechanical issues

Workers’ Comp

If you’ve suffered injuries in the course of your work, you may be covered by workers’ compensation. This is a form of insurance which your employer buys for situations such as this. Workers’ comp ensures your medical bills are paid and you get compensation for time away from work. The amount of compensation you get depends on the nature of your injury and your prognosis. Unlike other types of personal injury, you don’t have to prove your employer was at fault. However, you need to show that you were injured while on the job.

In Orlando, FL, you can be compensated for medical bills, impairment, temporary partial disability, and temporary total disability. However, it is not always to collect benefits. The workers’ comp insurer may deny your claim or agree to pay a substantially reduced sum. In addition, you may disagree with the diagnosis of the doctor approved by your employer. These situations can complicate matters. Our personal injury attorneys in Orlando, FL can sort through all the details. They can help you to get the compensation you deserve either through settlement or formal court action.

Boating Accidents

Going out on the water should be fun in Orlando, FL. Unfortunately, not all boat operators take the necessary steps to ensure safety. Falls overboard and slips and falls often cause injuries. This can be due to overcrowding, collisions with other watercraft or careless operation of vessels.

Burn Injuries

These can be debilitating and disfiguring. Burn injuries may result from explosions, car accidents or fires. They are expensive to treat and victims often suffer emotional distress along with the pain. If someone else’s negligence led to the burns, they should have to pay. A personal injury attorney in Orlando, FL can help.

Construction Accidents

Falls, electrocution, and getting hit by objects are coming on construction sites. While the work is inherently dangerous, employers have a duty to ensure worksites are as safe as possible. If you or a loved one is injured on a construction site, you can seek recourse.

Drunk Driving Accidents

Drivers who get behind the wheel while intoxicated breach the duty of care they owe to other road users. Drunk drivers speed, drive erratically and run stop lights, leaving several injuries in their wake. They have poor judgment and poor reflexes. They should be made to pay for their reckless behavior.

Hurricane Insurance

Homeowners purchase hurricane insurance because they know the damage storms can do. Not only do they destroy homes, but people get hurt in the process. Unfortunately, sometimes insurance companies don’t want to offer compensation for their losses. This is when homeowners come to Burnetti, P.A. for help in negotiations.

Maritime Accidents

Both large cruise ships and small pleasure craft take advantage of Orlando’s beautiful waters. However, it’s not all fun and game and sometimes accidents occur. They may be due to operator inexperience or inattention as well as overcrowding and unsafe speeds. Victims typically fall overboard or get hurt when the boat capsizes.

Mesothelioma/Asbestos

Exposure to asbestos can result in several serious conditions including mesothelioma. This is a form of cancer which affects the lungs, heart, and abdomen. People with mesothelioma may be treated with chemotherapy, radiation or surgery. The road to recovery can be long and expensive.

Premises Liability

Property owners have a duty to maintain safe premises for visitors. If they don’t, poorly maintained sections of their property may lead to injury. Visitors may fall because of uneven surfaces or get struck on the head by falling debris. A premises liability attorney in Orlando, FL can help victims seek compensation.

Retirement Home Abuse

Elderly people are vulnerable to retirement home abuse because of their diminished health. When retirement home staff don’t have proper training or they are overworked, they become more like to abuse residents. Abuse can take the form of neglect, physical abuse, emotional abuse, financial abuse or sexual abuse. Knowing the signs can help relatives know when to seek help.

Slip And Fall

Wet floors, uneven walking surfaces, loose carpets, and missing tiles can all cause slips and falls. Victims may have recourse if the property owner owed them a duty of care. Back injuries, head injuries, broken bones, and bruises are the common injuries which result from a fall.

Spinal Cord Injuries

Spinal cord injuries can result from several types of accidents. These include vehicle accidents, falls, and assault. The pain is usually severe and it makes it very difficult to perform everyday tasks. Sometimes the full effects aren’t felt until years after the accident. This means the cost of treatment is high and recovery can take a long time.

Truck Accidents

By virtue of their size, semi-trucks and tractor-trailers tend to cause significant injuries. Even simple things like a failure to signal can cause a major accident when a truck is involved. Truck accidents may be caused by improper lane changes, reckless driving, overloading or failure to secure a load.

Wrongful Death

It is usually very hard for families when a loved one dies due to someone else’s negligence or reckless behavior. While no amount of money can bring back their relative, compensation can help them to move on. Wrongful death claims can follow car accidents, workplace deaths, medical malpractice or other accidents. Relative can receive compensation for funeral and medical expenses, loss of support, and loss of services.