Personal Injury, Hurricane and Property Damage Attorneys in Jacksonville, FL
Are you a Jacksonville area resident who has recently suffered an injury, due to no fault of your own, and you’re trying to figure out what to do now? Was your home or business damaged during a hurricane and your insurance company is denying your claim?
If you find yourself in a situation where your life has been turned upside down due to an event that was entirely out of your control and you don’t know where you’re going to get the money to recover, consider contacting Kanner & Pintaluga. Our Jacksonville personal injury and property damage attorneys have made it their life’s work to fight for people like you.
Our Law Firm’s Approach to Hurricane Damage and Property Damage Cases
Property damage cases, especially those involving hurricane damages, are a bit different. In these cases, our clients have usually filed a property damage claim to their insurance company to get money to repair damages their home suffered during a hurricane. The insurance company sometimes denies these claims, saying that the types of damages our client’s home suffered isn’t covered under their insurance policy.
It’s understandable that you’d feel wronged by this response. You’ve paid premiums for as long as you’ve owned your home, which should entitle you to some peace of mind that when a natural disaster strikes your insurance company will help pay for the cost of repairs.
There are several reasons an insurance company may deny a hurricane damage claim in Florida. When hurricanes hit, home and business insurance companies often ship in a lot of out of state claims adjusters or utilize claims adjusters with minimal experience to deal with the high volumes of claims they are receiving due to the hurricane. These claims adjusters may not be as experienced as they should be, meaning they’ll make mistakes and say damage that should be covered isn’t covered.
Insurance companies have also changed their policies over the years due to natural events like hurricanes. They exclude certain types of damages from your policy, like storm surge flooding, because they don’t want to pay out an exorbitant amount of money to policy holders after a hurricane. However, there are still a lot of types of damage that are covered, like wind damage or wind-blown rain.
Kanner & Pintaluga in Jacksonville will use our resources and knowhow to investigate your claim and document how the damage to your home was caused. We’ll also analyze your homeowners insurance policy and go to the insurance company with evidence proving why your claim should be honored.
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Common Personal Injury Cases in Jacksonville
According to the Florida Business Observer, Florida residents filed 28,342 personal injury claims between March 2022 and March 2023. More than 62% of these cases are filed in civil court. This is more than any other state in the country. Additionally, the Florida Department of Health states that accidents are the leading cause of unintended injury and death in residents under the age of 44.
These numbers are quite staggering. With such high personal injury claims and litigation rates, having an experienced personal injury lawyer in Jacksonville is essential. The law firm Kanner & Pintaluga has vast experience with various case types.
Jacksonville Car Accident Lawyers
According to FLHSMV, Duval County sees more than 13,847 traffic-related injuries annually from over 23,000 incidents. This comprises more than 6% of the state’s total car accidents each year. Additionally, the City of Jacksonville has been designated a Focus City by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) due to the excessive number of pedestrian and bicycle fatalities in the area.
If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Jacksonville, Florida, hiring an experienced car accident lawyer can help you navigate the legal process and secure the compensation you deserve.
Motorcycle and Boating Accidents
Studies released by The Florida Times Union state that Duval County leads the state in motorcycle accidents and fatalities. 52 motorcycle crashes took place in Duval County in the first two months of 2025 — meaning there’s nearly one motorcycle crash every two days. Motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable to severe injury, with the average crash costing riders about $66,000.
Additionally, as a city on the water, Jacksonville sees higher boating rates and water sports-related incidents than much of the country. The expert attorneys at Kanner & Pintaluga are familiar with the unique needs faced by Jacksonville residents regarding vehicle accident injury claims and litigation.
Slip and Falls
According to the Florida Department of Health, slip and fall accidents are the leading cause of non-fatal hospitalizations in Duval County. In 2020, nearly 3,000 Duval County residents suffered a slip and fall injury resulting in an Emergency Room visit. Senior citizens and manual laborers are the two demographics most likely to be affected.
Leading causes of slip and fall accidents include poor weather, poorly maintained properties, uneven pavement, wet surfaces, inadequate lighting, improperly cleared walkways, lack of handrails, and defective flooring. Common slip and fall injuries often include broken bones, soft tissue injuries, head trauma, and herniated discs.
An experienced Jacksonville, Florida, lawyer fighting on your behalf can help maximize your settlement following a slip and fall.
Workplace Injuries
Studies provided by Florida State University show that there are nearly 90,000 workers’ compensation claims in the state each year. In 2023, the state paid over $1.5 billion in benefits to injured workers. The top five industries involved in WC claims include fleet drivers, aviation workers, warehouse employees, laborers, and heavy machine operators.
Back injuries are responsible for 9.4% of all workers’ compensation claims in Florida, while shoulder injuries (5.44%) and neck injuries (4.76%) are close behind. Nearly 30% of all claims note three sustained injuries per case.
Additionally, approximately 99% of all WC cases are adjudicated within a year of being introduced to the court. If you’ve suffered a workplace injury, hiring an experienced workplace injury lawyer can help ensure you receive the compensation and benefits you’re entitled to while navigating the complex workers’ compensation process.
Medical Malpractice & Wrongful Death
The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation tracks medical malpractice and wrongful death claims in the state. According to the institution, Florida is the fourth-largest U.S. state in total medical malpractice premiums. In 2022, the state closed nearly 3,000 medical malpractice claims.
Common malpractice claims include misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis, surgical errors, medication errors, birth injuries, and failure to treat. If you believe you’ve been a victim of medical malpractice, hiring an experienced malpractice lawyer can help you pursue justice and secure the compensation you deserve for your injuries or loss. Don’t face large hospital networks, physician practices, and insurance companies alone.
Additional Accidents & Injuries
While these are a few of the most common personal injury claims Kanner & Pintaluga handles throughout Jacksonville and Duval County, our personal injury attorneys represent a wide range of injuries and circumstances. Other common accidents and events include:
- Dog Bites and Animal Attacks
- Product Liability
- Premises Liability
- Swimming Pool Accidents
- Construction Site Incidents
- Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect
- Negligent Security
- Commercial Vehicle Accidents
- Hit-and-Run Accidents
- Ride Share Accidents
- And More
Get the Help You Need with Your Injury or Hurricane Damage Claim
Whether you were injured in an auto accident due to a negligent or distracted driver, or your property has been damaged and your insurance company doesn’t want to pay for the damages, Kanner & Pintaluga in Jacksonville is here to help. We’re ready to fight for you.
Types of Hurricane Damage Claims
According to Augurisk, Duval County has a Natural Disaster Risk Score of over 62%. The largest threats are hurricanes and tropical storms. Tropical Storm Elsa (2021), Hurricane Isaias (2020), and Hurricane Dorian (2019) are a few examples of extreme weather events that have wreaked havoc in the area. Over 95% of the streets in Duval County are susceptible to coastal flooding–an astonishing number.
In addition to flooding, strong winds, wind-driven rain, fallen debris, and tornadoes pose significant risks to property in the event of a storm. At Kanner & Pintaluga, our Jacksonville, Florida, lawyers are familiar with litigating property damage claims and are ready to fight for you.
We handle hurricane damage claims, including:
- Roof Damage
- Wind Damage
- Interior Damage
- Deck Damage
- Loss of Personal Property
- Loss of Use
- Damage to Siding, Doors, and Windows
- Flood and Water Damage
- Structural Damage
- Damage to Pavement, Driveways, and Landscaping
- And More
Most Florida homeowner’s policies require you to notify the carrier of storm damage within 30-to-60 days of a storm. Contact an attorney at Kanner & Pintaluga today for more information regarding your claim.
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Our Personal Injury Law Firm’s Approach
The most compelling case is one built on accurate, irrefutable evidence. That’s why our first step is always gathering as much proof as possible. We want to be able to lay out a case where it’s clear the negligent party, whether it was a business, a person or a worker, acted improperly and those actions led to your injuries.
We will pull police reports, accident footage and images, medical records, physician depositions and any other evidence necessary to craft a case that shows who did what to cause the injuries that you were unfairly subjected to.
Our goal is to go into negotiations with the opposing attorneys armed with a clear, factually accurate timeline of events that led to your injury as well as a clear accounting for all the costs that resulted from your injury.
These costs go beyond just your medical bills and rehabilitation cost. They should include the money you lost due to being out of work and any money you may need to spend on continuing care and rehabilitation in the future. If you’re no longer able to do the things you love or you’re no longer able to care for your family the way you were able to before your injury, those costs should be calculated into your ultimate settlement as well.
In most situations, the opposing attorneys will see our case before trial and decide it’s not worth their time and money to fight a losing battle in court, and they’ll settle your injury claim for a fair amount. If they would rather take the case to trial, we’ll be happy to meet them there and argue your case in front of a judge or jury.
Award-Winning Trial Lawyers On Your Side
While just 3%-5% of claims ever reach a courtroom in the state of Florida, it’s imperative to have an experienced personal injury lawyer in Jacksonville, FL, fighting on your side. With award-winning trial lawyers on your side, you can trust that your case will be handled with expertise, dedication, and a strong commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for you.
We work diligently to maximize your settlement and resolve your case quickly so that you can focus on recovery. When you choose the Jacksonville personal injury lawyers at Kanner & Pintaluga, you gain the advantage of skilled representation backed by a proven track record of success.
Why Hire a Jacksonville Personal Injury Lawyer?
Hiring a Jacksonville personal injury lawyer ensures you have a dedicated advocate fighting for your rights and helping you navigate the complex legal process.
The lawyers at Kanner & Pintaluga have extensive knowledge of Florida’s personal injury laws, with more than twenty years of experience, and can help you maximize your compensation for damages, including:
- Medical Bills
- Property Damage and Loss
- Lost Wages and Future Lost Earnings
- Pain and Suffering
- Punitive Damages
- And More
We have vast local expertise in litigating in Jacksonville courts, with a proven track record of securing fair settlements and trial wins for clients.
Making a Difference for Clients & Making Our Community Safer
Experiencing a personal injury due to another party’s negligence is life-changing. At our law firm, we’re not just focused on winning cases — we’re dedicated to making a real difference for our clients and contributing to a safer community in the greater Jacksonville area.
By holding negligent parties accountable for their actions, we help prevent future accidents and encourage safer practices, all while ensuring that our clients receive the justice and compensation they deserve. Together, we work toward a safer, more secure future for all Jacksonville, Florida residents.
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Jacksonville, FL 32207
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