In need of a Tampa personal injury lawyer? Distasio Law Firm’s dedicated attorneys are licensed to practice law in the state of Florida and Scott Distasio is a FL Bar Board-Certified Trial Lawyer. When you are searching for the best personal injury lawyers in Tampa, Florida, you came to the right place. With 33 years of dedicated experience, you can trust our law firm is able to take your case all the way through trial to get you the maximum settlement you deserve if and when necessary.
Distasio Law Firm represents clients in the following type of cases, and many others:
- Tampa Car accidents
- Catastrophic injuries
- Dog Bites and Attacks
- Truck accidents
- Wrongful death
- Nursing home abuse
- Medical malpractice
- Pharmacy malpractice
- Premises liability
- Injured Children
- Bicycle accidents
- Boating accidents
Personal Injury FAQs
We provide resources that make the process of filing a personal injury claim in Tampa easier for you, including this list of our most frequently asked questions.
- What Is a Personal Injury Lawyer?
- What Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Do?
- How Much Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Cost?
- What Percentage Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Take?
- When to Get a Personal Injury Lawyer?
- Our Tampa, FL Personal Injury Practice Areas
- Why Our Tampa, FL Personal Injury Clients Choose Us
When Should You Get a Personal Injury Lawyer?
You should call Distasio Law Firm as soon as you are able. Our firm will commit the time and resources to your case that your family deserves. When we work together:
- We will advise you in all aspects of your case so you fully understand your options
- We will act as your advocates throughout every stage of your case
- We will always be available to speak with you
- We will always put your interests ahead of our own
Most cases will end with a settlement before the trial phase. However, we never back down from a necessary trial.
How Much Does a Tampa Personal Injury Lawyer Cost?
The Tampa personal injury attorneys at Distasio Law Firm work on a contingency basis. We receive our fees after your case has successfully concluded. If you don’t get a settlement or an award from your case, you don’t owe us anything.
What Percentage of Your Settlement Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Take?
On average, most personal injury lawyers in Tampa take approximately one-third of a financial award as their payment.
Why Our Tampa, FL, Personal Injury Clients Choose Us
You deserve capable, knowledgeable representation for your Tampa personal injury claim. That is what you’ll get when you work with Distasio Law Firm.
Our Case Results
We provide examples of our results so you can see some of what we do on behalf of our personal injury clients in Florida. Our recoveries include:
- More than $13 million for a pharmacy medication error that resulted in a coma and permanent brain damage
- $1.7 million for the family of an elderly woman who choked to death because of nursing home neglect
- More than $7 million for a boating accident that resulted in quadriplegia.
- More than $1.49 million for a bicyclist who was struck by a car, resulting in serious injuries and a lifetime of chronic pain
Our client testimonials also demonstrate how our personal injury attorneys in Tampa go the extra mile for those who have been harmed in Florida.
Personal Injury Knowledge and Experience
Not all Tampa personal injury attorneys are the same. It’s vital that your lawyer has a deep knowledge of Tampa personal injury law. Attorney Scott Distasio earned a Board Certification in Trial Law by passing the Florida Bar Association’s competency exam in trial law, an accomplishment achieved by less than 1% of all Florida attorneys.
Additionally, Mr. Distasio has earned an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory and a 10 rating by AVVO.
Endorsements From Clients and Other Lawyers
We are proud of the endorsements we’ve received because it shows that we’ve truly made a difference in others’ lives. Our client reviews include:
- “Distasio Law Firm is very professional from the start to the end. Every staff member is very nice and their sense of urgency to reply to email or a phone call is outstanding. Scott is a hands-on attorney who will call you personally to see how you feel and also to give you advice throughout the process. I highly recommend this law firm.” – Alberto Gonzalez, former client
- “Distasio Law Firm has excelled in their performance with my case. The whole process of my case took some time, but they kept me updated the whole time. The paralegals here are informative, concerned, and hard-working. The whole team at Distasio Law Firm is excellent at what they do and they made this whole process as stress-free as possible for me. Thank you, Distasio Law firm.” – Kirin Eves, former client
- “Scott Distasio is a highly competent, diligent, exceptional attorney. His firm employs only the best paralegals and staff and gives your case the respect and attention it deserves. I’m so glad I didn’t give my case to the “billboard lawyers”. Scott’s firm came to me by personal recommendation from someone like me. I hope to return the favor the same way. Thank you, Distasio Law Firm.” – Maria Walloga, former clientAdd Row
We aim to provide this same standard of representation for every personal injury client.
Our Ability to Go to Trial
When an insurance company is deciding whether to settle or go to trial, the plaintiff’s lawyer is one factor they take into consideration. Insurers know that Distasio Law Firm has the resources to take them on in court.
What Is a Tampa Personal Injury Lawyer?
When you work with one of our personal injury lawyers in Tampa, you will understand what we mean by the “Distasio difference.” We specialize in helping clients and their loved ones who are suffering after an accident that was the result of another party’s negligence. We know Florida law and our focus is on getting our clients’ lives back on track.
What Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Do?
While life may never be the same after an accident, a personal injury lawyer in Tampa will work to ensure that the negligent party is held accountable. We may assist you by:
- Working to secure compensation for lost wages both now and in the future if you are unable to work at your pre-injury level.
- Helping you get the necessary medical treatment
- Fighting for compensation for your pain and suffering.
- Working to help you move forward from this incident with the resources you need to build your life back.
What Should You Seek in a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Distasio Law Firm seeks specific criteria when it hires attorneys. You may seek the same criteria in your own lawyer. Your personal injury lawyer should:
- Have experience with your specific case type: Personal injury law covers a wide range of case types, from medical malpractice to auto accidents and premises liability. A client should always seek an attorney who has experience with their specific case type.
- Have proven results: Promising results is easy. Actually delivering is an entirely different challenge. Distasio Law Firm publishes our case results so that clients know what we’ve actually accomplished. Before you hire a law firm for your personal injury case, you should understand what they’ve done for clients before you.
- Be honest and direct: You may find yourself in an unfamiliar situation, whether or not you’ve dealt with a personal injury case before. You likely have questions, and a personal injury lawyer should be more than willing to answer those questions. More specifically, a lawyer should have honest, clear answers to your questions. If you feel that an attorney is not direct or forthcoming, then you may consider hiring a different attorney.
- Be willing to go the extra mile for you: During your free consultation, you may get a sense of a lawyer’s attention to your case. You may also review client testimonials to determine whether an attorney goes the extra mile for their clients. If you don’t feel valued as a client, then an attorney may not be right for you.
Finding the right attorney is not an exact science. However, reading a firm’s client reviews and examining their case results are two ways to start the search process. During your free consultation, you may trust your instincts to determine if a firm is right for you.
Enlist the Help of a Tampa Personal Injury Attorney Today
If you suffered injuries due to another person’s careless, reckless, or intentional actions, you have the legal right to hold them accountable for your losses. A skilled Tampa, Florida personal injury lawyer from our firm could help you recover the compensation you need to move forward with your life. Call today to get started.