Serving Tampa, FL
Personal Injury Lawyer in Tampa
Fighting for injured Tampa residents across Hillsborough County. No fee unless we win. Available 24/7.
Tampa Personal Injury Attorney
Aggressive Representation for Tampa Injury Victims
Tampa is one of Florida's fastest-growing cities — and with that growth comes more traffic, more commercial trucks, and more serious accidents. When you or a loved one is injured in Tampa, you need an attorney who understands Florida law and knows how to take on the insurance companies that fight every claim.
Attorney Juan J. Cordero is a combat veteran, Adjunct Professor of Law, and Top 100 Trial Lawyer with over 26 years of experience fighting for injured Floridians. Our firm has recovered tens of millions of dollars for clients throughout Florida — including a landmark $28.9 million negligent security settlement and a $3.5 million settlement for a teen struck by a commercial truck.
We handle all personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win. Call or text us 24/7 at 305.525.8957.
Tampa's Unique Injury Risks
Tampa's road network — including the I-275 corridor, the Howard Frankland Bridge, and the I-4/I-275 interchange — is among the most congested in Florida. Heavy commercial truck traffic from the Port of Tampa adds to the danger on surface streets throughout Hillsborough County.
The Tampa Bay area also has a high concentration of construction zones, rideshare activity near Ybor City and downtown, and pedestrian-heavy corridors near USF and Hyde Park where negligent security and premises liability incidents occur.
Our firm litigates cases in the 13th Judicial Circuit Court in Hillsborough County and in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida (Tampa Division) for federal claims.
$28.9M
Negligent security settlement
$3.5M
Teen struck by commercial truck
26+
Years litigating Florida injury cases
Bilingual
English & Spanish — Hablamos Español
Tampa Injury Claim Filing Deadlines
Florida's 2023 tort reform shortened most personal injury deadlines to 2 years. Missing your deadline permanently bars your claim.
Case Type
Deadline
Florida Statute
Car / Truck Accident
2 years
From date of accident (§95.11(3)(a), 2023)
Slip & Fall / Premises
2 years
From date of injury (§95.11(3)(a), 2023)
Medical Malpractice
2 years
From discovery; 4-yr repose (§95.11(4)(b))
Wrongful Death
2 years
From date of death (§95.11(4)(d))
Workers Compensation
2 years
From date of injury or last payment
Criminal Defense
Immediate
Contact us the moment of arrest
Do not wait — contact us immediately. Evidence is time-sensitive and deadlines cannot be extended.
Tampa Court System for Injury Cases
13th Judicial Circuit Court
Edgecomb Courthouse, 800 E. Twiggs St., Tampa, FL 33602
Claims over $50,000 — major personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice
Hillsborough County Court
George E. Edgecomb Courthouse, Tampa, FL
Claims between $8,000 and $50,000 — mid-range injury claims
U.S. District Court — M.D. Fla.
801 N. Florida Ave., Tampa, FL 33602
Federal claims, trucking cases, diversity jurisdiction, maritime matters
Tampa Areas We Serve
We represent injured clients from every corner of Tampa and the greater Hillsborough County area, including:
Frequently Asked Questions — Tampa Injury Claims
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Tampa?
Under Florida's 2023 tort reform, most personal injury claims now have a 2-year statute of limitations from the date of the accident. Wrongful death claims must be filed within 2 years of the date of death. Medical malpractice has a 2-year discovery rule with a 4-year absolute repose. Missing these deadlines permanently bars your claim.
Does Florida's no-fault law affect my Tampa car accident claim?
Yes. Florida requires all drivers to carry PIP (Personal Injury Protection) insurance covering 80% of medical bills and 60% of lost wages up to $10,000, regardless of fault. To sue the at-fault driver for additional damages, your injuries must meet Florida's serious injury threshold — permanent injury, significant scarring, or death.
Which court handles my Tampa personal injury case?
Claims over $50,000 are filed in the 13th Judicial Circuit Court at the Edgecomb Courthouse in downtown Tampa. Claims between $8,000–$50,000 go to Hillsborough County Court. Federal claims, including some trucking and maritime cases, are filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, Tampa Division.
Can I recover if I was partly at fault for my Tampa accident?
Under Florida's modified comparative fault law (effective 2023), you can recover damages if you were less than 50% at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you were 50% or more at fault, you cannot recover. An attorney can help minimize the fault attributed to you.
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Juan Cordero Lawyers
1666 John F Kennedy Causeway, Suite 206North Bay Village, FL 33141
Open 24/7 · Bilingual (English & Spanish) · Serving all of Florida
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