Whether on private or public land, at a business or a residence, there may be negligent acts, malfunctions and other situations that can result in your being injured through no fault of your own.

The legal issues surrounding severe injury are as varied as the types of accidents that cause them. Life-altering injury may be as simple as ongoing back pain from an accident that you didn’t have before to suffering a traumatic brain injury, loss of mobility or any other type of long-term injury that causes a person to live life differently than he or she did before.

At Avera & Smith, we have spent more than six decades assisting clients who have suffered life-altering injuries of almost every type. We know that insurance companies tend to fight cases of life-altering injury with special determination because it almost always causes them long-term expense. And we know how to fight back to get you the compensation you deserve.

Avera & Smith injury attorneys represent those who have suffered all types of serious injuries, including:

• Spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Broken bones and fractures
• Injuries to children
• Back injuries
• Neck injuries
• Burns
• Paralysis
• Electrical injuries
• Scarring and disfigurement
• Nursing Home Abuse

Brain Injury Lawyers in Gainesville

Each year, more than 100,000 Floridians suffer brain injuries. Many of those who have suffered simple concussions make do without medical treatment by a specialist; however, a significant percentage of these need specialized medical care and services.

What to Do After a Head Injury

After an accident, you may feel fine. But you should still see a physician in order to determine the extent of any injuries you may have sustained. This is particularly important if you have suffered a blow to the head because the symptoms of a brain injury do not always reveal themselves immediately. If necessary, we can refer you to a qualified medical specialist who can properly evaluate your injuries.

In settlement negotiations or in court, Avera & Smith will work tirelessly to build a strong and effective case, designed to help you or your loved one obtain full compensation for all of your economic and non-economic losses.

Broken Bones & Fractures

Following an accident, it is important to have your injuries properly diagnosed and to get the medical treatment appropriate for your particular circumstances. An inadequate insurance settlement may prevent you from getting the care you need.

Our law firm represents people in cases involving all types of fracture and broken bone injuries, including:

• Simple fractures: when a bone breaks, but does not pierce the skin
• Compound fractures: when a bone breaks and pierces the skin
• Incomplete and hairline fractures: when a bone cracks, but does not entirely break
• Greenstick fractures: when a bone bends, but does not break—common in children
• Comminuted fractures: when a bone fragments into several pieces

Our lawyers work with orthopedic specialists at UF Health Shands Hospital at the University of Florida, Gainesville; North Florida Regional Medical Center; and other institutions to learn about our clients’ medical and rehabilitation needs.

Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers

Avera & Smith provides results-oriented representation for accident victims who have suffered all types of spinal cord injuries, ranging from herniated disks to paraplegia.

Our lawyers will work with your doctor or other medical specialists to understand your current and future medical needs. We will establish and document the liability of the party responsible for your injury. Finally, we will place a value on your losses for inclusion in your claim, including medical costs, lost income and pain and suffering. Avera & Smith will seek the best possible result for you.

Developing a Customized Life Care Plan

In cases involving paralysis and paraplegia, we will work with a life care planner. This medical professional will develop a comprehensive outline of the medical treatment, rehabilitation therapy and personal services the accident victim will need for the remainder of his or her life. This will be a detailed plan, customized to meet the specific needs of the injured person and his or her family. For example, it may include the need for a wheelchair van, or even alterations to a home or long-term care in a residential facility.

The road back from a life-altering back injury can be long and difficult. Avera & Smith will provide you or your loved one with strong representation, working hard to help you get the medical care, personal services and compensation you need to rebuild your life.