Yes. If we represent you in your personal injury case, we do not charge any fee upfront. You only pay us if we obtain a settlement or verdict for you. Our fee is a percentage of the amount you receive, so you don’t have to worry about being able to afford quality legal representation when you are injured. Also, we can advance the costs of the lawsuit, such as court filing fees and expert witness fees, so it doesn’t cost you anything out of your pocket to pursue your claim. Our costs are reimbursed from the settlement or verdict we obtain for you.
Crane Accident Attorney in Pensacola
Injured in a Crane Accident? Get the Guidance You Deserve
Cranes keep Pensacola’s projects moving, from waterfront developments and shipyard work to commercial builds along Davis Highway and major road improvements. When a crane fails or jobsite safety breaks down, the consequences are immediate and severe. If you or a loved one suffered injuries in a crane incident anywhere in Pensacola or the surrounding Panhandle, you deserve clear guidance and strong advocacy.
Law Office of J.J. Talbott represents injured workers, subcontractors, bystanders, and grieving families in crane accident cases. We move fast to protect evidence, identify every responsible party, and pursue the maximum compensation available through workers’ compensation, third-party liability, and other insurance sources.
Call the Law Office of J.J. Talbott at (850) 695-8331 for a free, no-obligation case review or send us a message through our secure form. We respond quickly and can start your claim today.
Crane Accidents in Pensacola and Your Rights
Crane work is common along the Gulf Coast, including at industrial facilities, port operations, and commercial builds. When something goes wrong, injuries may involve fractures, crush injuries, amputations, spinal cord damage, or traumatic brain injuries. Florida law allows you to pursue benefits or damages depending on how and where the event occurred and who is responsible.
Common causes we investigate
- Improper assembly or inadequate inspection
- Overloading or miscalculating load weight and swing radius
- Ground failure or outriggers not properly set
- Weather-related hazards such as high winds or lightning
- Faulty rigging, slings, or shackles
- Mechanical failure or defective components
- Inadequate training, supervision, or site communication
- Electrocution from contact with power lines
Who may be liable
Determining liability in a crane accident is fact-intensive. Potentially responsible parties can include a general contractor, subcontractor, crane owner or operator, signal person, site safety consultant, maintenance provider, property owner, or the manufacturer of a defective part. We collect evidence quickly, preserve inspection and maintenance records, and coordinate with qualified engineers to pinpoint the fault and pursue every available path to recovery.
Workers’ Compensation and Third-Party Claims
If you were injured while working, Florida workers’ compensation can provide medical treatment and a portion of lost wages regardless of fault. However, workers’ compensation does not pay for the full scope of your losses, such as pain and suffering.
When a third-party case may exist
You may have a separate negligence or product liability claim against a company or person other than your direct employer. Examples include a crane rental company that failed to inspect equipment, a subcontractor that overloaded a pick, or a manufacturer that produced a defective turntable, hoist, or safety device. A third-party claim can allow recovery for losses that workers’ compensation does not cover, including full lost earnings, future loss of earning capacity, and non-economic damages.
Coordination matters
Our firm coordinates your workers’ compensation benefits with any third-party personal injury claim to maximize your net recovery and manage reimbursement issues. Timely action helps protect your rights and evidence.
What To Do After a Crane Accident in Pensacola
The steps you take after an injury can affect both your health and your claim.
Immediate steps
- Get medical help right away and follow all treatment recommendations.
- Report the injury to your employer or site supervisor as soon as possible.
- If safe, photograph the scene, the crane setup, rigging, ground conditions, and any visible defects.
- Collect names and contact details for witnesses, subcontractors, and the crane rental or owner.
- Do not provide a recorded statement to an insurance company before you have legal guidance.
- Contact a Pensacola crane accident lawyer to protect evidence and meet critical deadlines.
Compensation Available in Florida Crane Accidents
Every case is different, but recoverable damages can include medical expenses, rehabilitation and prosthetics, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, property damage, and out-of-pocket costs. In a third-party lawsuit, you can also seek compensation for physical pain, mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life, and, when appropriate, punitive damages. Families who lose a loved one may pursue a wrongful death claim for funeral expenses and related losses.
Catastrophic injury considerations
Severe injuries require careful documentation of future medical needs, home or vehicle modifications, vocational limitations, and life care plans. We work with treating physicians and qualified specialists to translate complex medical findings into clear, compelling evidence for insurers and juries.
How the Law Office of J.J. Talbott Builds Your Crane Injury Case
Our approach is hands-on and evidence-driven. We prepare every case as if it will be tried to a verdict so that insurers understand the full risk of underpaying a legitimate claim.
Our investigative process
- Site inspection and documentation of crane configuration and ground conditions
- Preservation of electronic load moment indicators and event logs when available
- Requests for safety manuals, lift plans, daily inspection checklists, and maintenance records
- Review of training records for operators, riggers, and signal persons
- Analysis of weather data and wind conditions for the date and time of the lift
- Identification of all contracts that define control and safety responsibilities
- Consultation with crane operation, rigging, and metallurgical professionals
Negotiation and litigation
We push for a fair settlement when possible and are ready to file suit to secure depositions, subpoenas, and expert testimony. We keep you informed at every stage and make sure your medical and financial needs come first.
Local Issues That Affect Crane Accidents
Pensacola jobsites face unique conditions. Coastal winds can change quickly. Sandy or waterlogged soil can compromise outrigger pads and ground stability. Power lines near crowded urban corridors increase electrocution risk. Our team understands how these factors interact with Florida regulations and industry standards to establish negligence and causation.
Union and non-union workers, subcontractors, and bystanders
We represent crane operators, ironworkers, laborers, riggers, electricians, delivery drivers, and nearby pedestrians or motorists who were struck by a load or debris. Your legal options depend on your relationship to the site and the parties in control, which we sort out from day one.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline to file a crane accident case in Florida?
Florida law imposes strict filing deadlines that depend on the type of claim. Personal injury and wrongful death cases have different statutes of limitations, and workers’ compensation claims have separate timelines. It is best to contact a lawyer as soon as possible so that evidence can be preserved and deadlines are met.
Can I recover compensation if I was partly at fault?
Florida allows recovery even if you share some responsibility, but your compensation can be reduced by your percentage of fault. A careful investigation can correct inaccurate assumptions about responsibility.
Do I have a case if I am receiving workers’ compensation?
Yes, you may. Workers’ compensation is one avenue. If a third party, such as a subcontractor, crane owner, or manufacturer, contributed to the accident, you may also bring a separate claim to recover additional damages.
Who pays my medical bills after a crane injury?
If you are an employee, workers’ compensation typically pays for authorized medical care. In a third-party case, medical bills may be paid from a settlement or verdict. We help coordinate benefits and protect your net recovery.
How much is my crane accident case worth?
Value depends on liability, the severity of your injuries, medical care, lost income, future limitations, and available insurance. We assess these factors and provide a transparent strategy for negotiation or trial.
Should I talk to the insurance adjuster for the crane company?
Not before you have legal counsel. An adjuster’s questions can be used to limit your claim. Our office handles all communications so you can focus on healing.
What if defective equipment caused the accident?
Defective design or manufacturing can support a product liability claim against the maker or distributor. We work with engineering specialists to determine defects and prove how they caused your injuries.
Ready to Move Forward in Pensacola with a Proven Crane Accident Team
Serious crane injuries demand fast action and local knowledge. Our Pensacola team can secure evidence, coordinate your care, and pursue full compensation while you recover. Your consultation is free and confidential, and you pay nothing unless we win.
Schedule your free case evaluation today. Call (850) 695-8331 or send us a message through our secure contact form.
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Should I Settle My Case Pre-suit, or Should We Go to Court?
The decision of whether to settle a personal injury case pre-suit or whether to file a complaint should not be decided quickly but should be based on an evaluation of numerous factors. Some attorneys may tell you that you can get a larger total settlement if they file suit but is it really in your best interest to file suit?
For example, in a personal injury case, if you file a suit:
1) The attorney’s fee increases after you file suit to 40%.
2) Your cost increases after you file suit (filing fee, depositions, mediations, etc).
3) After you file a suit, you will have to sit for a deposition. This will require you to take off from work in order to attend as they typically run several hours long;
4) You will have to continue to go to the doctor to substantiate any claims for future medicals (which will increase doctor liens or subrogation amounts claimed by your health insurance company).
5) Your case will continue unsettled for a year or more.
6) The insurance company will thoroughly examine your medical and employment background.
7) You could always settle and end up with less money. At the Law Office of JJ Talbott, we aggressively fight for our clients both pre-suit and once a suit has been filed.
When Should I Settle a Personal Injury Case?
We believe that the decision of whether to file suit should be based on an evaluation of many factors and not just whether you can settle for more money. If you have questions about your case, call the personal injury attorneys at the Law Office of J.J. Talbott for your free consultation.
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Should I Provide a Statement to an Insurance Company Without Legal Help?
The attorneys at the Law Office of J.J. Talbott believe that you should NEVER make any sort of statement to an insurance company before you consult an attorney.
Often, the insurance company will contact you soon after the accident to ask you questions about the accident and your injuries. While you may think that the issues are straightforward, the issues may not be apparent. The insurance company may be seeking information so that they can deny or limit your claim.
Speaking with a personal injury lawyer at the Law Office of J.J. Talbott before you give a recorded statement can help protect your rights as we have the experience to identify the relevant issues in your case and help prepare you for the recorded statement. Additionally, we will be there by your side during the recorded statement to help assure that the insurance company does not ask any inappropriate questions.
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Do You Take Cases on a Contingency Fee Basis?
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How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
The cost to hire a personal injury lawyer can vary between cases and firms. Many Personal Injury attorneys charge different amounts based on location and the firms’ history.
However, many lawyers, like the Law Office of J.J. Talbott, charge on a contingency fee basis. What this means is that there are no fees or costs to hire a personal injury lawyer unless you recover a settlement. Then, the attorney fee is based on a percentage of that settlement. In Florida, the maximum contingency fee in a personal injury case is 1/3 of the recovery, pre-suit. If a lawsuit is filed, then the fee increases to 40% of the recovery amount.
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How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
In most cases, the statute of limitations requires that you file your lawsuit within two years of the date of the injury, or else you can be prohibited from recovering from the negligent party. However, this deadline may be longer or shorter depending upon a variety of factors, such as the type of negligence (medical malpractice, birth injury, product defect), the age of the victim (minor, adult), and the status of the defendant (public entity, private person).
Two years may seem like a long time, but it can pass by quickly while you are busy with the aftermath of a serious personal injury, such as concentrating on your physical recovery; dealing with insurance forms, doctor and hospital bills, and other paperwork; and getting back to work or collecting disability. If you are talking to the insurance company about a settlement, these negotiations can drag on past the deadline for you to file a lawsuit if you are not careful, which can be disastrous to your case.
Contacting an attorney soon after the accident will help ensure that the statute of limitations will not be overlooked, as well as handling other important matters such as notifying your insurance company in a timely fashion. Also, your lawyer will get started right away gathering important evidence and preparing your case for the best result either through settlement or verdict.
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How Do I Know if I Have a Personal Injury Case?
Simply being injured in an accident does not mean that you have a personal injury case. The experienced personal injury attorneys at the Law Office of J.J. Talbott are able to tell you whether or not you have a claim.
So, How do I Know If I Have an Injury Case?
However, generally, you must be able to prove three things to establish a case:
(1) that another party was negligent,
(2) that their negligence caused your injury, and
(3) that the injury resulted in your damages.
Depending on the facts of your case, proving negligence and causation may be complex, so it is important to consult with an attorney before making any assumptions about your injury case.
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Do I Need to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Short answer – yes!
Longer answer – It is always a good idea to work with an attorney if you were injured in an accident. Generally, plaintiffs who hire personal injury lawyers to represent them have a higher likelihood of settlement, receive higher amounts and are more satisfied (on average) than plaintiffs who attempt to negotiate or recover damages on their own. When you are injured, it is difficult to focus on healing and deal with insurance companies and medical bills at the same time.
The experienced personal injury attorneys at the Law Office Of J.J. Talbott can assist you in getting the medical care you need, help compile your medical records, compute your damages, and work to settle your case, all while you work on getting better. Give a call today to explore your case options at (850) 695-8331.
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Whether you’re one of the 250,000+ Floridians injured in an auto accident each year, or you’ve suffered an injury at work and your employer’s insurance company is not co-operating, the Law Office of J.J. Talbott can help get you the compensation you deserve. Founder, J.J. Talbott is among the 1% of trial lawyers in the United States who have won multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements.
