Winter Haven Personal Injury Lawyers

Winter Haven Florida Personal Injury & Accident Lawyers Near You

If you or a loved one has been injured due to someone else’s negligence, working with an experienced Winter Haven personal injury lawyer can significantly impact the success of your case. With over 35 years of experience, our legal team has a strong track record of representing clients involved in car accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, medical malpractice, and a wide range of personal injury claims throughout Winter Haven and the surrounding areas.

We provide a free case evaluation with no obligation. If your situation calls for more specialized expertise, we can connect you with a personal injury lawyer who focuses on complex car accident cases. Our firm is committed to offering compassionate guidance through every step of the legal process while delivering aggressive representation to help you secure the compensation you rightfully deserve.

Winter Haven, Florida is the home of many of our friends and clients. Due to its humid subtropical climate, at its best during the winter months, it didn’t take us long to figure out how Winter Haven got its name.

In terms of natural features, we can’t decide which one we like better – the Chain of Lakes with its fishing, boating, and skiing opportunities, or the Legoland Florida botanical gardens.

In our opinion, however, the best attribute of Winter Haven is the friendliness and authenticity of its people.

Unfortunately, however, Winter Haven is no more immune than anywhere else from hidden dangers that only surface when an accident occurs. Texting motorists, carelessly manufactured pharmaceuticals, overworked medical staff, and vicious dogs are several among a multitude of dangers that could turn a tranquil life into a nightmare in the space of an instant.

The damage done to your life by a serious accident can be multidimensional. Pain and disability, shock and fear, interruption of your lifestyle, and sudden financial difficulties all compete for your attention just when you are in the worst position to deal with them.

Perhaps the worst part of the experience is finding out that your accident wouldn’t have happened except for the inexcusable carelessness of someone else. We understand the anger you must feel when you try to obtain fair compensation, only to find that the responsible party is playing games with you in an attempt to avoid paying up.

What Our Clients Say About Our Tampa Injury Law Firm

Over 1,000 5-star reviews.

"Very pleased with representation for my case. The entire staff is very professional but also very caring and sympathetic. Would highly recommend. "

– Joanne Michel

"I am extremely pleased with Abrahamson & Uiterwyk. They are very professional, responsive and made my entire process go as smoothly as possible. I highly recommend this awesome team. "

– Katie Mattas

"I was put at ease from the beginning and all along the way. This was important to me since I had no similar experience to draw on. Their prompt telephone, text and email contacts and responses were always timely and detailed. I highly recommend this firm "

– John Lilla

"Abrahamson & Uiterwyk did a phenomenal job helping me with my case. They went above and beyond my expectations. I was informed every step of the way from beginning to the end. "

– Angela Cuono

"I received a referral from a friend for Abrahamson & Uiterwyk and I’m beyond glad I did. I called them while I was in the hospital and they walked me through the entire process along with my legal rights for care…I could not have been more pleased with the professionalism and care that they showed during such a difficult time. "

– Lori Smyth

"I could not recommend this group more! The employees are truly invested in doing everything they can for the best outcome for you and your case! They actually care about your well-being and go above and beyond each time you speak with them. "

– Allanah Rappaport

"Very pleased with representation for my case. The entire staff is very professional but also very caring and sympathetic. Would highly recommend. "

– Joanne Michel

"I am extremely pleased with Abrahamson & Uiterwyk. They are very professional, responsive and made my entire process go as smoothly as possible. I highly recommend this awesome team. "

– Katie Mattas

"I was put at ease from the beginning and all along the way. This was important to me since I had no similar experience to draw on. Their prompt telephone, text and email contacts and responses were always timely and detailed. I highly recommend this firm "

– John Lilla

"Abrahamson & Uiterwyk did a phenomenal job helping me with my case. They went above and beyond my expectations. I was informed every step of the way from beginning to the end. "

– Angela Cuono

Our former clients have provided hundreds of positive online reviews. Nevertheless, each case is different and prospective clients may not obtain the same or similar results. We always strive for excellent client communication and client satisfaction. We would be honored to have the opportunity to review your case.

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The Abrahamson & Uiterwyk Attorneys and Injury Law Team

“A system of hiring an attorney on an hourly basis rewards inefficiency, creates delays and commonly creates negative issues between the lawyer and the client. Representing clients on a contingency basis in which the law firm earns a percentage of the settlement, however, is much more rewarding for the client and the injury attorneys.”

– Erik Abrahamson, Injury Attorney & Partner

Meet Your Injury Law Team

Client Services Manager

Kelly Anne Kelly

As a Client Services Manager, Kelly’s focus is to enhance client satisfaction by continuously looking for ways to fulfill clients’ needs and concerns.

At Abrahamson & Uiterwyk, our Winter Haven personal injury lawyers are committed to protecting our clients from being taken advantage of – and when anyone tries to play games with us, they quickly realize they’ve met their match.

With 35 years of practice, over 20,000 personal injury clients, and a combined experience of more than 100 years, we have encountered just about everything. There’s very little in a personal injury case that we haven’t already handled. Personal injury law is our sole focus, and we dedicate ourselves exclusively to it.

You won’t find us defending criminals or handling business contracts – we are solely dedicated to helping injured victims seek the justice they deserve.

Car Accident Lawyers

Florida ranks as one of the most dangerous states to drive in, trailing only California and Texas in terms of sheer accidents and fatalities. Moreover, the accident rate has been rising steadily over the last 5 to 10 years, largely due to distracted driving, such as texting behind the wheel.

If you’re injured in a Florida car accident, chances are someone is responsible. Even if you were partially at fault, you could still be entitled to compensation. Consulting with a car accident lawyer near you can help clarify your rights and increase your chances of receiving the compensation you deserve.

Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers

There’s no accident more preventable than one caused by drunk driving. Driving under the influence is a reckless action that far exceeds the standard of carelessness needed to establish financial responsibility.

A DUI conviction isn’t necessary to win a civil lawsuit for a drunk driving accident – in fact, you can win even if the defendant was acquitted in criminal court. Speak with a car accident lawyer today.

Bicycle Accident Lawyers

Bicycles are among the most vulnerable vehicles on the road, yet even children are legally allowed to ride them down busy streets.

Bicycle accidents often result in severe injuries, and children are disproportionately represented among bicycle accident victims.

These accidents may be caused by a bicycle malfunction or a motorist’s failure to notice the cyclist, among other factors.

Brain Injury Lawyers

Because the brain controls all vital bodily functions, a severe brain injury can result in overwhelming medical costs, a lifetime of lost wages, and significant emotional trauma.

In some cases, you may not even realize you’ve sustained a brain injury until much later, and it may be difficult to link your symptoms back to the incident that caused it.

Product Liability Attorneys

Product liability law applies when injuries result from defective products such as food, medications, household appliances, auto parts, or medical devices.

Many injuries could have been avoided had the manufacturer or designer been more focused on consumer safety.

Birth Injury Attorneys

Birth injuries are unfortunately common and can affect both the baby and the mother. In many instances, the challenge lies in connecting the injury to medical malpractice. For that, you’ll likely need the expertise of an experienced medical malpractice law firm.

We have successfully represented clients in hundreds of birth injury cases.

Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Florida is one of the least pedestrian-friendly states in the U.S., consistently ranking among the highest for both the total number of pedestrian injuries and fatalities, as well as the highest accident rate per capita.

Effective representation is crucial in pedestrian accident cases because it’s easier to “win” a case than to secure the full amount of compensation you’re entitled to.

We also handle the following types of cases:

Since this is only a partial list of the cases we handle, feel free to reach out to us if your injury doesn’t fall under one of these categories.

Our personal injury law firm consistently delivers better settlements. Discover the contrast between initial offers and the ultimate results we secure.

Initial Offer	Final Result	The AU Difference
$1,500,000	$5,000,000	$3,500,000
$0	$5,000,000	$5,000,000
$300,000	$1,600,000	$1,300,000
$0	$1,575,000	$1,575,000
$675,000	$1,330,000	$655,000
$0	$1,260,000	$1,260,000
$450,000	$1,250,000	$800,000
$300,000	$1,074,168	$774,168
$500,000	$1,000,000	$500,000
$80,000	$938,077	$858,077
$125,000	$690,000	$565,000
$7,500	$650,000	$642,500
$50,000	$775,000	$725,000
$58,644	$525,000	$466,356
$9,000	$450,000	$441,000
$55,000	$455,000	$400,000
$65,000	$650,000	$585,000
$55,000	$500,000	$445,000

Personal Injury Settlement Example

$650,000 Settlement for a Slip-and-Fall Accident

Our client, a delightful 56-year-old man, slipped on a foreign substance at a well-known commercial establishment and was injured. After the client received a substantial amount of conservative treatment, his doctor referred him to a surgeon. The surgeon believed the client would need surgery to both his right and left hips.

A demand letter was sent to the defendant’s insurance company. In response, the insurance company offered less than $10,000.00 to settle our client’s case. They claimed that the business was not responsible for causing our client’s fall, and they thought the case had only nuisance value. The insurance company’s offer was substantially less than the total medical bills our client incurred for treatment of the injuries he sustained because of the company’s negligence. This low ball and insulting offer was immediately rejected and a lawsuit was filed. Shortly and quickly thereafter, multiple employee depositions were taken that proved the employees discovered the foreign substance before our client’s fall and yet did nothing to correct it or warn our client of the dangerous condition prior to the fall.

Our client ultimately had the recommended surgery and thankfully recovered well. The insurance company offered less than six figures to resolve the case after the surgery. This offer was summarily rejected. Our firm then noticed the case for trial, and a mediation settlement conference was held. The insurance carrier initially offered $100,000.00, and then $200,000.00 and $300,000.00 at the mediation. All those offers were rejected, and our attorneys told the mediator that we would walk out of the mediation and proceed to trial unless they negotiated in good faith above half a million dollars. After a very long pause in the settlement negotiations, the insurance company realized that our client was serious about proceeding to trial, and the case finally settled for $650,000.00. Our client was extremely happy with the result as well as our representation.

Featured Case Results

Over the course of our 35 years in practice – all focused exclusively on personal injury work – we’ve been blessed to secure victories that help our clients become whole again.

$20,000,000

Verdict

A teenage male was killed while riding an ATV.

$20,000,000

Verdict

Premises Liability / Wrongful Death

Pasco County, FL

A teenage male was killed while riding an ATV. His neighbor invited him to drive the ATV. He was permitted to operate the ATV without proper safety equipment and without adult supervision. While operating the ATV on the defendant’s property, the teenage male struck a barbwire fence and was decapitated. The defendant’s homeowner insurance failed to timely appoint an attorney to represent the defendant. Subsequent to a default judgment granted by the Court against the defendant, the attorney, who was finally appointed for the insurance company, withdrew from representation of the defendant and we proceeded to trial. At trial, the jury found in favor of the teenage male and awarded his parents $20 million in damages. After trial we proceeded against the insurance company in an effort to collect the judgement. Of course, the insurance company had various defenses which they vigorously asserted. Ultimately a seven figure settlement was reached which enabled our clients to receive some compensation for the tragic loss of their son.
$11,100,000

Verdict

Our client was riding his motor scooter on the Melbourne Causeway (US 192) when he was rear-ended by the at-fault driver.

$11,100,000

Verdict

Motorcyle Accident

Brevard County

Our firm's recent jury verdict illustrates the importance of drivers being diligent in watching out for motorcyclists. Our client was riding his motor scooter on the Melbourne Causeway (US 192) when he was rear-ended by the at-fault driver. He sustained a traumatic brain injury resulting in severe brain damage. He had over $800,000 in medical bills and had significant limitations as a result of the brain injury. We took the case to trial. On the evening of August 11, 2011, a Brevard County jury rendered a verdict in favor of our client for just under $15 million dollars. The jury found that our client was 25% comparatively negligent for not wearing a helmet. Thus, the net verdict was over $11.1 million dollars. We were able to collect the entire insurance proceeds. We pursued a "bad faith" claim against the insurance company in which we attempted to collect the judgment amount which was in excess of their insurance policy. We also pursued an action against additional defendants which were alleged to have contributed to our client's serious injuries. That case was eventually settled for a substantial amount. We hope that these results will enable our client to receive the medical treatment and continual care which he needs for the duration of his life.
$6,100,000

Settlement

A 12-year-old child sustained severe injuries as a result of being struck by a cement truck. At the time of the incident, the child did not have access to the crosswalk due to the fact...

$6,100,000

Settlement

Motor Vehicle Accident

Collier County, FL

A 12-year-old child sustained severe injuries as a result of being struck by a cement truck. At the time of the incident, the child did not have access to the crosswalk due to the fact that the sidewalk was under repair. Given that the driver did not have sufficient time to stop, the child was struck by the cement truck. A law suit was filed against both the driver of the truck and his employer and the contractor who was working on the road and sidewalk.
$5,050,000

Settlement

Plaintiff was riding on a motorcycle when he was struck by Defendant. As a result of the impact Plaintiff was ejected and killed instantly.

$5,050,000

Settlement

Motorcyle Accident / Wrongful Death

Hillsborough County

Plaintiff was riding on a motorcycle when he was struck by Defendant. As a result of the impact Plaintiff was ejected and killed instantly.
$5,000,000

Verdict

This tragic accident happened in Hillsborough County when our client suddenly turned across three lanes of traffic on I-275 and into the path of a truck who did not have sufficient time to stop (we...

$5,000,000

Verdict

Motor Vehicle Accident

Hillsborough County, FL

This tragic accident happened in Hillsborough County when our client suddenly turned across three lanes of traffic on I-275 and into the path of a truck who did not have sufficient time to stop (we believed that the truck was going too fast for the traffic conditions). Her vehicle was crushed, resulting in her sustaining very significant injuries, including severe neurological injuries.
$5,000,000

Verdict

A 34-year-old male who was riding his motorcycle when a tractor-trailer turned left into his right of way. The collision caused his death. He was survived by his wife and two minor children. Case was...

$5,000,000

Verdict

Motor Vehicle Accident / Wrongful Death

Pasco County, FL

A 34-year-old male who was riding his motorcycle when a tractor-trailer turned left into his right of way. The collision caused his death. He was survived by his wife and two minor children. Case was settled for the policy limits of all available insurance.

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Navigating a personal injury claim in Winter Haven may involve gathering official documents, filing legal paperwork, or accessing court records. Fortunately, several local government offices provide services that can assist you throughout the process.

Winter Haven City Clerk – Access to Public Records & Documents
Winter Haven City Hall
451 Third Street NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881
Phone: (863)-291-5627

The City Clerk’s Office in Winter Haven is a central hub for public information. If your case requires access to city records—such as incident reports, permits, or notarized documentation—the Clerk’s team can help. This office also handles requests related to local ordinances or administrative records that may support your injury claim.

For court-related matters such as filing legal paperwork or obtaining official records, the Polk County Clerk of Courts offers services that can support your personal injury case. Whether you’re beginning a claim or need access to documents for an existing case, their team can help you navigate the filing process and ensure you have the proper documentation in hand.

Need help understanding what to file and when? Our Winter Haven personal injury attorneys are familiar with these local processes and can ensure your documents are completed accurately and submitted on time—so you can focus on your recovery while we handle the legal side.

Can I Sue the Government for Personal Injury?

Sometimes you can, but legal restrictions make winning a lawsuit against the government a more difficult undertaking than winning a lawsuit against a private party. The reason for these restrictions is that when you sue the government, the judgment must be paid by taxpayers. You generally cannot sue the government for negligent planning, but you can often sue it for negligent execution.

You probably cannot sue the state of Florida, for example, for failing to place a guardrail along a dangerous curve, but you might be able to sue if the guardrail failed because it was negligently installed by a state employee.

Damages are limited in such lawsuits, and you must comply with special procedures.

What is an Accident Reconstruction Specialist?

An accident reconstruction specialist is someone who applies scientific principles to the physical evidence of an accident to help determine facts relevant to the case, such as who was at fault.

An accident reconstruction specialist might use stopping distances based on well-established physics, for example, to determine that a drunken driver could not have stopped in time to avoid an accident even if he or she had been sober. Accident reconstruction specialists can be used as witnesses by either side.

Can I Sue a Nursing Home for Abuse or Neglect?

Yes, you can, and there are many ways to win such a lawsuit. Nursing homes are regulated by a multitude of state and federal regulations. If you can prove that the defendant nursing home violated a regulation, and that this regulation harmed the resident for whom you are suing, you can win the lawsuit.

In some cases, it is possible to win a lawsuit against a nursing home without even proving that the nursing home violated a regulation, since even a library full of regulations cannot anticipate every possible circumstance.

Can I Sue a Nightclub for Serving Alcohol to a Drunk Driver Who Injured Me?

Yes, under limited circumstances. Florida’s dram shop law allows you to sue a nightclub for serving alcohol to a customer who injured you, under two alternative circumstances – (i) the customer was a minor (under 21), or (ii) the customer was known to be “habitually addicted” to alcohol.

Florida’s dram shop law, unfortunately, is harder for accident victims to use than the dram shop laws of most other states; in many states, for example, serving an obviously intoxicated customer is enough to trigger dram shop liability for a subsequent car accident.

I Was Injured by a Defective Prescription Drug. Who Should I File a Claim Against – My Doctor or the Drug Manufacturer?

You should file a claim against the drug manufacturer, and perhaps also the distributor and/or retailer of the drug.

If your doctor prescribed the drug to you, you might also have a claim against your doctor.

Remember that a drug does not have to be dangerous to everyone to be considered defective. A drug might have a “warning defect,” for example, if its packaging failed to contain a warning that it should not be used by pregnant women.

At Abrahamson & Uiterwyk, we focus on aggressive and prompt representation, so that we can seek full compensation for your injuries as quickly as possible. You won’t need to put up any money upfront – we work on a “no win, no pay” system, meaning you pay no fees or costs unless we win.

Although we focus on a settlement, we will take your case to court if the other side refuses to cooperate. At Abrahamson & Uiterwyk, we have experienced trial attorneys that, at times, are hired by other law firms for their cases. If you’re searching for a personal injury lawyer near you with a proven track record, our team is ready to help.

If you live or work in Winter Haven, call us today toll-free 24/7 at 800-538-4878, or contact us online to schedule a cost-free, obligation-free consultation of your claim. We can conduct a telephone evaluation or even meet you at your home or office in Winter Haven. Contact us 24/7 and you will find a representative standing by to take your call.

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Winter Haven Personal Injury FAQs

Can I Sue the Government for Personal Injury?

What is an Accident Reconstruction Specialist?

Can I Sue a Nursing Home for Abuse or Neglect?

Can I Sue a Nightclub for Serving Alcohol to a Drunk Driver Who Injured Me?

I Was Injured by a Defective Prescription Drug. Who Should I File a Claim Against – My Doctor or the Drug Manufacturer?

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