Tampa is one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the United States, and the rapid population growth has outpaced road infrastructure improvements. The convergence of I-275, I-4, and I-75 creates one of the most complex and congested interchange systems in the Southeast. The Malfunction Junction interchange (I-275/I-4) has been under reconstruction and remains one of the most crash-prone locations in the region.
At Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys, our Tampa personal injury lawyers have recovered over $1 billion for injury victims since 1993. Whether you were injured in a car accident, truck collision, slip and fall, or lost a loved one due to negligence, we are ready to fight for you.
Contact us or call (813) 945-6188 or toll-free (888) 653-0605 for a free consultation. You pay nothing unless we win.
Practice Areas in Tampa
Car Accident Lawyer
Aggressive representation for collisions on I-275 and throughout Hillsborough County.
Truck Accident Lawyer
Holding trucking companies accountable for crashes caused by overworked drivers, poorly maintained equipment, and federal regulation violations.
Slip and Fall Lawyer
Pursuing property owners who fail to maintain safe premises for visitors and customers.
Wrongful Death Lawyer
Helping families seek justice and financial security after a preventable death.
Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Fighting for fair compensation for riders injured by negligent drivers.
Tampa Office Location
Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys
2701 W Busch Blvd
Tampa, FL 33618
Local Phone: (813) 945-6188
Toll-Free: (888) 653-0605
Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
Florida’s Modified Comparative Negligence Rule and What It Means for Your Tampa Case
Florida follows modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar (Fla. Stat. § 768.81, as amended by HB 837 in 2023). If you are 51% or more at fault for your injuries, you are barred from recovering any compensation. If you are 50% or less at fault, your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. Medical malpractice claims are exempt from the 51% bar and still follow pure comparative negligence.
Why this matters: Insurance companies now have a powerful financial incentive to push your fault above 50%. If they succeed, you recover nothing. This makes it critical to have experienced legal representation from the start, before you give a statement or accept any fault.
Florida’s No-Fault Insurance System: Florida is a no-fault state. Drivers carry $10,000 in Personal Injury Protection (PIP), which covers 80% of medical expenses and 60% of lost wages up to the policy limit, regardless of who caused the accident. You must seek medical treatment within 14 days of the accident or lose PIP benefits. To step outside no-fault and file a lawsuit, you must have a significant and permanent injury (Fla. Stat. § 627.737).
Serving Tampa and Surrounding Communities
Serving: St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Brandon, Temple Terrace, Plant City, Riverview, Wesley Chapel, Land O’ Lakes, Lutz, and communities throughout Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, and Polk counties
Why Choose Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys in Tampa
$1 Billion+ Recovered. Since 1993, our firm has recovered over $1 billion for injury victims across the country.
No Fee Unless We Win. We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Local Knowledge, National Resources. Our Tampa attorneys understand Hillsborough County’s courts, judges, and insurance practices while drawing on the resources of a nationwide firm with 60+ offices.
Tampa Personal Injury FAQs
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Tampa?
Florida gives injury victims two years (Fla. Stat. § 95.11(3)(a), as amended by HB 837, effective March 24, 2023) to file. Wrongful death claims must be filed within two years from the date of death (Fla. Stat. § 95.11(4)(d)).
What is Florida's fault rule?
Florida follows modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar (Fla.
Is Florida a no-fault state?
Yes. Florida is a no-fault state.
How much does a Tampa personal injury lawyer cost?
Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys works on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we win.
Where will my Tampa personal injury case be heard?
Most cases are heard in the Hillsborough County Circuit Court, part of the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit.
What areas do you serve from your Tampa office?
Our Tampa personal injury lawyers serve clients throughout Hillsborough County and the surrounding area, including St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Brandon, Temple Terrace, Plant City, Riverview, Wesley Chapel, Land O’ Lakes, Lutz, and communities throughout Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, and Polk counties.
Contact a Tampa Personal Injury Lawyer at Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys
If you have suffered a personal injury in Tampa, the team at Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys is ready to fight for the recovery you deserve.
Call us today at (813) 945-6188 or toll-free (888) 653-0605, or contact us online for a free consultation.