Quick, plain-language answers to the questions people most often ask us about immigration, personal injury, workers' compensation, and mass tort cases. Each answer starts with a short, direct response, then a brief explanation, with links to learn more. This is general information, not legal advice — every case is different. Se Habla Español.
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Personal Injury & Car Accident FAQ
After a Florida accident, your two biggest priorities are getting medical care and protecting your claim before talking to insurers. Deadlines are strict and most injury lawyers work on contingency, so an early, free consultation rarely hurts.
Below are the questions we hear most from people hurt in car, truck, motorcycle, rideshare, and slip-and-fall accidents. For a deeper walkthrough, see our personal injury lawyer hub and our guide on what to do after a car accident.
Not always for a minor fender-bender with no injuries. But if anyone was hurt, fault is disputed, or an insurer is pushing a fast settlement, a lawyer protects your claim. Most personal injury attorneys work on contingency, so a consultation costs nothing.
Insurance companies have lawyers and adjusters whose job is to pay you as little as possible. An attorney levels that field — gathering evidence, handling the paperwork, and negotiating for full value. Learn more from our car accident lawyer page.
Most personal injury lawyers, including our firm, work on a contingency fee: you pay no attorney fee unless we recover money for you. The fee is a percentage of the recovery, agreed in writing before we start. The initial case review is free.
This means you can hire experienced representation without paying out of pocket up front. Curious what your claim might be worth? Try our case value estimator for a general, non-binding estimate.
Check for injuries and call 911, then move to safety if you can. Photograph the scene, vehicles, and any injuries, exchange information, and get medical care promptly. Avoid admitting fault and be cautious with insurance adjusters before you understand your rights.
Prompt medical treatment protects both your health and your claim, because gaps in care are used to dispute injuries. Our step-by-step guide on what to do after a car accident walks through each move.
Florida has a strict deadline called the statute of limitations, and missing it can bar your claim entirely. The exact time limit depends on the type of case and when the injury occurred, so confirm your deadline with an attorney as early as possible. Do not wait.
Deadlines differ for car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and claims against government entities. Use our statute of limitations calculator for a general estimate, then confirm with a lawyer.
Immigration FAQ
Immigration is federal law, so we help clients nationwide. Timelines and costs vary widely by case type, and mistakes can carry years-long consequences — which is why a confidential consultation before filing is often the smartest first step.
Fees vary by the type and complexity of your case. Many immigration matters are handled for a flat fee, while others are billed differently. Government filing fees are set by USCIS and are separate from attorney fees. We explain our fees clearly and in writing before you hire us.
Because immigration outcomes can affect your entire family, the value of getting it right the first time is high. See our immigration services overview for the types of cases we handle.
It depends on the category and current government processing times. Some marriage-based cases finish in roughly a year; family-preference categories subject to the visa bulletin can take several years. Anyone who guarantees a fast, specific date should be viewed with caution.
Spouses of U.S. citizens generally move faster than siblings or adult children waiting in a preference category. Learn how the process works on our marriage green card and family-based immigration pages.
You can file most applications yourself, and some simple cases do not require a lawyer. But errors, missed deadlines, or triggering a bar to admission can follow you for years. If your case involves criminal history, prior removal, unlawful presence, or a denial, consult an attorney first.
Not sure where you stand? Our free immigration eligibility screener can point you toward possible options before you talk to a lawyer. It provides general information, not a legal determination.
Your consultation with our firm is confidential. Part of our job is to assess risk honestly and help you make an informed decision. We will never pressure you to file something that is not in your interest, and we communicate directly with you in English and Spanish.
Many immigrants are understandably afraid to come forward. Knowing your rights helps — see our know your rights guide and printable know your rights card.
Workers' Compensation FAQ
If you are hurt on the job in Florida, workers' compensation can cover medical care and a portion of lost wages — often regardless of immigration status. Reporting the injury quickly and in writing is critical to protecting those benefits.
In Florida, workers' compensation generally covers eligible employees regardless of immigration status, so an undocumented worker hurt on the job may still be entitled to medical care and wage benefits. Your status does not erase your right to a safe workplace. Speak with a lawyer before signing anything.
Employers and insurers sometimes use immigration status to discourage valid claims. Learn what protections exist on our undocumented worker rights page.
Florida law requires you to report a workplace injury to your employer promptly, and there are separate deadlines to formally file a workers' compensation claim. Reporting late is a common reason claims get denied, so tell your employer in writing and confirm the exact deadlines with an attorney.
If your claim was already turned down, do not give up — see our guide on what to do when a workers' comp claim is denied.
Workers' compensation is not a single lump-sum number; it generally covers authorized medical treatment plus a portion of lost wages, and any settlement depends on the severity of your injury and your ability to return to work. There is no guaranteed amount.
Settlement value turns on medical evidence and wage records, so documentation matters. Read more about a typical workers' comp settlement amount and what drives it.
Mass Tort & Dangerous Product FAQ
Mass torts let many people injured by the same drug, device, or product pursue individual claims together. Unlike a class action, your damages are evaluated on their own facts — and a free review is the only reliable way to learn if you qualify.
These are the questions we hear most from people harmed by defective products, dangerous drugs, and toxic exposure. For more, see our mass tort lawyer hub and our explainer on mass tort vs. class action.
A mass tort is a group of individual lawsuits over the same harmful product or drug, where each person's damages are evaluated separately. A class action treats everyone as one group with one combined outcome. In a mass tort, your case stays your own.
That difference matters because two people harmed by the same product can have very different injuries and recoveries. Our mass tort vs. class action guide breaks it down in plain language.
Generally you may qualify if you used the product or drug and suffered a related injury within the relevant time period. Eligibility rules differ for every case and change as litigation develops, so the only way to know is a free, confidential case review with a mass tort attorney.
Mass tort litigation often takes years, because cases are consolidated and move through bellwether trials and settlement negotiations. Any recovery depends on your specific injuries and the strength of the evidence. No lawyer can promise an amount or a date.
Most mass tort claims are handled on contingency, so you generally pay no fee unless there is a recovery. Learn how payouts are structured on our mass tort settlements page.
Working With Our Firm
We are a bilingual firm serving clients in English and Spanish. Most injury and mass tort cases are handled on contingency, consultations are free and confidential, and we will always explain your options before you commit to anything.
Yes. The initial case evaluation is free and confidential, whether you call, message, or use our intake form. You are under no obligation to hire us, and we will give you an honest assessment of your situation either way.
Yes. We do not just advertise "se habla español" — we practice in Spanish. Founding attorney Oscar De La Rosa and our team communicate directly with Spanish-speaking clients, so you understand every form you sign. You can read this page in Spanish at nuestras preguntas frecuentes.
Our office is at 2937 SW 27th Ave, Ste 101A, Miami, FL 33133. Immigration and mass tort matters are largely federal, so we help clients across the country, while personal injury and workers' compensation cases are generally tied to where the injury happened. Call (305) 787-3175 to find out how we can help.
This page is general legal information, not legal advice. Every case is different and prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Contact an attorney about your specific situation. Se Habla Español.
