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INJURED IN AN AUTO ACCIDENT?
Hogan Smith, led by Brian and Austin Hogan, has represented injured people in Florida for over 20 years. We have won more than $100 million in settlements for our clients. With locations throughout Florida, we work with a vast network of reputable medical professionals, accident reconstruction experts, and legal support staff to offer our customers the best possible service.
Hogan Smith is known throughout Florida as the pit bull of law firms. When deciding what kind of legal counsel you need for an accident, personal injury, or medical malpractice case in the State of Florida, we're the firm to represent you well. A member of our knowledgeable staff will welcome you, and one of our attorneys will personally handle your case. We have a skilled group of paralegals, investigators, and office assistants who can respond to your inquiries swiftly and effectively.
"I've been hurt in an accident, do I need legal representation to get full compensation?"
Due to the hundreds of insurance claims that have been rejected, delayed, or underpaid, Hurricane Milton policyholders may face underpayment for their flooded car.
Due to the hundreds of insurance claims that have been rejected, delayed, or underpaid, Hurricane Milton policyholders may face underpayment for their flooded car.
To be a thriving firm that changes lives and impacts communities across the country. We are not just focused here. We see a future that includes expanding to cities across the nation.
Restoring lives and building community Everything we do will be filtered through this vision. Everyone is a part of living out this vision every day. We all know this vision and live it out every day.
We Specialize In
Vehicular Accidents
Property Claims
Social Security Disability
Medical Malpractice
Slip and Fall
Truck Accidents
Vehicular Accidents
Property Claims
Social Security Disability
Medical Malpractice
Slip and Fall
Truck Accidents
Insurance companies are looking out for one thing, their bottom line. If you settled without legal representation, you probably left money on the table.
Let our personal injury attorneys request documentation, locate medical specialists, and make evaluation requests to win your case.
Boating Accidents | Nursing Home Abuse |
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Car Accidents | Premises Liability |
Motorcycle Accidents | Slip and Fall Injuries |
Truck Accidents | Workplace Accidents |
Medical Malpractice | Wrongful Death |
Insurance companies are required to pay the actual cash value for your totaled vehicle. Don't settle for less! Our experienced litigators will hold the negligent party and the insurance company accountable for any personal injury and/or property damage resulting from your accident. We get paid when you get paid, there are no upfront costs to you.
HOgan SMITH FIGHTS for you
If you have been injured due to the negligence of another party, you may be entitled to compensation. In these trying moments, Hogan Smith is on your side. We understand the disruption to your life caused by injuries resulting from factors beyond your control. We help you, the victim, take back that control.
If you or a loved one was injured by someone else's negligence, let us help you get the care you need. We will fight for every dollar you are owed. Don't wait another day, let's get your life back on track.
EST ANNUAL COST OF FLORIDA CAR ACCIDENT FATALITIES
According to
CDC, the economic toll of fatal auto accidents in Florida in recent years was more than $4.4 billion, including the
expense of medical care, missed income, and property damage. Due to the rise in the cost of living, costs of treating injuries brought on by common causes and traffic accidents have often skyrocketed to the millions. Contact Hogan Smith today to determine if you or your loved one have a personal injury case.
An insurer may contact you with an initial offer if you file a personal injury claim. Remember that you might not be fairly compensated by this offer. It takes time to assess your damages precisely, and an insurance provider will want you to accept a minimal payment.
To ensure that your family is receiving everything to which they are entitled, we can evaluate any offer. If required, we can litigate your case and seek a just settlement. Even though some cases are settled before they go to trial, we occasionally file a lawsuit right away.
Expert Legal Assistance
Brian Hogan and Hogan Smith specialize in providing expert legal assistance in navigating the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) system. With their combined experience and dedication, they guide clients through the intricate process of applying for SSDI benefits, ensuring each individual's unique needs are addressed. Brian Hogan and Hogan Smith are committed to advocating tirelessly on behalf of their clients to secure the financial support they need to navigate life with dignity and peace of mind despite their disabilities.
Our Team
These are the folks who make it all happen. The Hogan Smith team is a skilled group of attorneys, paralegals, and experts. Hogan Smith has a stellar reputation in the personal injury industry due to its history of experience and tried-and-true methods, which include early investigation, a careful review of medical records, assisting and directing clients to appropriate medical providers, and thoroughly evaluating economic and emotional losses, to name just a few.
Brian holds both a Finance and Law degree from the University of Florida. Brian began his Orlando law career defending insurance companies. Since 2000, Brian has dedicated his practice to representing injured parties and their families.
Dan earned his law degree from the University of Florida in 2005 with high honors. Dan is a member of the Orange County Bar Association, Florida Justice Association, Central Florida Trial Lawyers Association, and the Florida Bar. He is admitted into all courts in the State of Florida, the U.S. District Court in the Middle District of Florida, U.S. District Court in the Northern District of Florida, U.S. District Court in the Southern District of Florida, the Eleventh Circuit in the United States Court of Appeals, and the United States Tax Court. Daniel has received multiple distinctions as an Avvo Top Attorney, Avvo Client’s Choice Award, and Orlando Family Magazines’ Readers’ Choice for Top Personal Injury lawyer.
Jada is a current student at the University of Central Florida and a native of Florida. She intends to pursue a degree in business finance and break into the investment industry. She works as the firm's intake specialist, assisting with the organization and management of new clients.
No Obligation Consultation
If We Don't Win,
You Don't Pay
Brian Hogan and Hogan Smith have amassed an exceptional track record in a variety of injury and accident disputes over the course of more than twenty years. Our attorneys will fight with you to make sure that you and your family have the resources to cover medical costs, unpaid wages, or future economic hardships due to debilitating injuries, whether the injuries are the result of car accidents or the negligence of business owners.
We maintain you shouldn't be held responsible for the recklessness of another driver, property owner, employer, or medical practitioner. We have made it our mission to file personal injury cases for the most amount of damages possible.
Steps to Compensation
The most crucial action to take following an accident-related injury is to seek medical attention. Some people believe there is no need for an examination because they don't have any acute symptoms following the mishap. Even though you might not have any pain or discomfort right away after the injury, you might experience severe agony a year later.
Additionally, skipping medical care will hurt your chances of receiving financial compensation for your injuries. The insurance companies for the negligent party will utilize the fact that you delayed seeking medical attention after the accident to cast doubt on the severity of your injury and your right to reimbursement.
You could need a personal injury attorney to help you recover the full cost of your medical care if you were in a serious accident, your injuries require ongoing care or frequent hospital trips, or both.
Even if you decide against hiring one, you should at the very least speak with one about your claim. You might not be aware of some regulations, such as the statute of limitations, which establishes a deadline for filing a lawsuit. No matter how little you think your accident or injury was, you might discover that filing a claim is trickier than you anticipated.
The third stage in making a personal injury claim is to notify the party responsible for your injuries and their insurance company that you intend to do so. This can be done by you or by your lawyer. This may occasionally facilitate a speedy resolution of your claim.
Now is the time to gather your medical bills and records from your doctors, talk to them about the full extent of your injuries, find out what kind of ongoing care you will need, gather bills and/or estimates for the damage to your car or personal property, keep track of lost wages, etc.
Your personal injury attorney at Hogan Smith will be responsible for contacting the responsible parties and their insurance company to reach a settlement agreement. You and your attorney will accept the offer if the settlement obtained via negotiations is one you will be content with. But if the respondent does not make a reasonable counteroffer, you can decide to sue in order to get the just recompense you deserve.
If our attorneys cannot reach a settlement agreement with the at-fault parties, we file a lawsuit with the courts. If your case goes to trial, we will present evidence and the judge and jury will decided your compensation.
Insurance offering a settlement of depreciated value?
You Deserve Actual Cash Value
ļ»æAs the victim of a car accident, you are entitled to the total amount needed to replace your vehicle. Extra costs that you might not have considered are:
Hiring a personal injury attorney will help you get the compensation you need to get back on the road and on with your life. Don't waste another day, call Hogan Smith to get started on your claim.
WERE YOU DECLARED AT FAULT?
YOUR INSURANCE STILL MUST PAY
You pay thousands of dollars each year for insurance to guarantee you will be reimbursed should an accident occur. If you carry collision coverage on your vehicle, you are entitled to all benefits required to replace your vehicle and pay for medical treatment, regardless of fault. If your insurance company is refusing to pay what you deserve, contact Hogan Smith today to fight to that which you are entitled.
Calculating the Unseen Personal Injury Costs
Pain and suffering are different for each claimant, but fairly common standards are used to calculate compensation. Things that will be considered are the physical pain caused by the vehicle accident injuries, the after-effects of the pain such as anxiety, loss of sleep, loss of appetite, the pain caused by needed treatments or therapies to treat your injuries, and the subsequent limitations on your life due to your injuries and/or treatments. Hogan Smith attorneys will help you gather the appropriate documentation and evidence to get the maximum compensation for your pain and suffering.
cover end-of-life expenses
When a car accident fatality occurs due to negligence, the family of the deceased may file a wrongful death claim. You may be compensated for damages such as medical treatments, funeral costs, potential future income, and expenses of the dependents of the deceased. Our experienced personal injury attorneys are prepared to help you walk through this process during this difficult time. We help you gather the necessary documents to recover the money you need to cover final expenses, lost wages, and more.
And Why It Matters
After an automobile accident, you must proceed quickly. Don't wait to gather evidence in order to establish negligence and your own innocence. Calling the police and speaking with them should be your initial move, provided you do not require immediate transfer to a hospital. Ensure that an accident report is filed and that your description of the incident is included in the report.
It's crucial to compile witness statements and the contact information of anyone who stopped after observing the collision. While the police should question them as well, you should never rely on them to handle this task alone. To be safe and to use later, gather their statements yourself. If you learn that someone has been arrested days later, you can also obtain statements from prospective witnesses.
Making the Most of Your Accident Claim
According to Florida law, a victim of a car accident may have the right and the capacity to pursue compensation for economic compensatory damages, non-economic compensatory damages, and/or damages for pain and suffering when their injuries and/or property damage are caused directly by someone else's carelessness, recklessness, or negligence.
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Even though a car accident is frequently referred to by other names like an automobile accident, auto accident, or motor vehicle accident, this field of law is covered by Florida law's personal injury statutes. For additional information, get in touch with our personal injury attorneys.
It's still possible to obtain the money to which you are rightfully entitled, even if you accepted a settlement for your totaled vehicle. The five-year window in Florida for filing a claim for property damage begins on the day the damage took place. Don't hesitate—get in touch with us right away!
Ready to get started on your claim?
Call us at 800-51-HOGAN
What Our Clients Say
Had the chance to meet Brian Hogan and had an amazing experience, very helpful and full of information. Educated me very well on the process of the many things he is experienced in. Amazing lawyer highly recommend it helpful with every aspect you may need representation in!
Brayan Rodriguez
Wow…..What a place! Brian is a man of Faith and Integrity…..you truly won’t find that at out in the open and welcomed in a lot of businesses. See for yourself and please meet his associates and get their opinions on your situation. When you know you know….
Michael Smith
Scared and unsure about going to a law office, I was put at ease IMMEDIATELY. An extreme professional, who cares about the case, cares about me the client and did nothing to pressure me in any way. I felt treated with a great deal of respect and priority.
Tracy Rea
The stress involved in handling an auto accident claim is sometimes underestimated. People falsely believe that without hiring a personal injury attorney, everything will go according to plan and that the insurance company will provide a reasonable payment. Unfortunately, without a personal injury attorney, the process is rarely smooth.
The auto claim procedure is actually a laborious and time-consuming one, and if you do it without a personal injury attorney, you risk receiving a payout that is significantly less than you deserve. Numerous factors should be taken into consideration before entrusting your case to an experienced personal injury attorney, including intimidating depositions and confrontations with aggressive insurance representatives.
The personal injury attorneys at Hogan Smith are ready to take your case. Contact us today for a free evaluation and let us fight for you!
Most personal injury claims are resolved without going to trial. The parties may agree to a resolution and discontinue the matter at any stage of the aforementioned procedure, even before the complaint is submitted. Get advice on how to obtain the greatest payout by learning more about the personal injury settlement negotiation process.
It may be appropriate to speak with an attorney about your case (and determine the best course of action) if you're considering filing a personal injury lawsuit. Learn how to choose the best personal injury attorney for your needs and your case.
Claims involving uninsured and underinsured motorists entail complicated legal and insurance jargon. You shouldn't attempt to file an uninsured or underinsured driver claim on your own. In a normal uninsured motorist case, the at-fault driver is not typically sued because it is likely that they lack insurance due to their financial situation. In most cases, you are filing a claim with your insurance provider. The goal of insurance companies is to give you the least amount of money; they can even reject your claim and give you nothing. The fact that other parties may share responsibility for your injuries only serves to exacerbate the situation.
When an uninsured motorist causes you harm, Hogan Smith will pursue reimbursement for you using every available legal tactic. Call us to arrange a free consultation.
You can give us a call at 800-51-HOGAN You can also email us at brian@hoganpa.com. You can also use our Contact Form.
When you give us a call, you will be connected directly to our owner, so you can expect immediate attention to your inquiry. So, don’t wait. Call now!
Florida has no-fault car insurance laws. This means that regardless of who caused the collision, drivers are required to have personal injury protection insurance (PIP) to cover their medical costs and other accident-related liabilities. There are limitations on when you can claim compensation from another party due to the no-fault rule.
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