Personal Injury

When another's action—or inaction—causes you harm

A personal injury is one caused by another person or party's negligence or intentionally wrongful action, or in the case of defective products, strict liability. 

Most personal injury cases fall under the umbrella of negligence.  Proving negligence on the behalf of a defendant in an injury case requires four factors:

• The party responsible owed you a standard of care
• The party did not provide that basic care
• This breach of care caused you injury
• You are legitimately injured

If all four of these aspects of negligence are present, you may have the right to sue for compensation for your injuries and property damage.  The Law Office of Wendy Doyle, PA in St. Petersburg has assisted injury victims in many areas of personal injury, including—

Our law firm's experience in building cases against responsible parties involved in automobile, boating and many other accidents and injuries can help you get your life back on track.  Contact us today to discuss your case

Aquatic injuries

St. Pete is home to some of Florida's finest beaches.  The water draws crowds for amusement, income, and exercise.  Unfortunately amid fun in the sun, injuries may occur—Florida has the highest rate of boating injuries in the country.  Accidents involving boats, jet skis, and other water sport equipment can result in grave injuries and even death.

The most common types of aquatic injuries are vessel collisions with other watercrafts or fixed objects.  Often these accidents are caused by reckless operation of a boat or jet ski, alcohol use, hazardous conditions, and driver inexperience or error.  Boating law requires safe, licensed operation of watercraft, and the operator therefore owes you a duty of care. Breach of that duty is grounds for legal action.

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You need experienced help to right the wrongs

Sometimes the injury itself is just the beginning.  Medical costs and lost wages can take injury victims by surprise, but The Law Office of Wendy Doyle, PA can help you get back on your feet.  Call the firm at 727-565-4573 or contact us online to schedule your initial consultation, where the first half hour is free.