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Your Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Florida
Gerber Law has built a reputation as a trusted legal advocate for personal injury victims in Florida since 2001. Led by attorney Maria Gerber, our firm combines over 25 years of legal expertise with a client-centered approach to deliver aggressive representation in complex cases. We specialize in personal injury law, including motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, and defective product claims, with a proven track record of securing substantial settlements and verdicts.Our team prioritizes direct client communication, offering home and hospital visits to accommodate clients' needs. With memberships in prestigious legal organizations like the American Bar Association and Florida Justice Association, we maintain the highest standards of legal practice while operating on a contingency fee basis to ensure accessible justice for all clients.
Services
Personal Injury Law
Car Accident Claims
Motorcycle Accidents
Truck Accident Cases
Medical Malpractice
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of experience in Florida personal injury law
- Direct attorney communication and personalized case strategy
- Contingency fee basis - no payment unless we win
- 24/7 availability for emergency consultations
- Proven track record of multi-million dollar recoveries
Associations and certifications
- American Bar Association
- Florida Justice Association
- American Association for Justice
What people say
Compassionate and aggressive representation
Exceeded expectations
Professional expertise
Timely communication
Significant financial recoveries
Services
Car Accident Claims
Gerber Law provides expert legal representation for Florida car accident victims. Our attorneys investigate all collision types, including rear-end, head-on, and hit-and-run incidents. We prove liability through evidence collection, accident reconstruction, and expert testimony while calculating full compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With experience handling complex cases involving catastrophic injuries, our team negotiates with insurance companies and litigates when necessary to ensure fair settlements.
Motorcycle Accidents
Our motorcycle accident specialists handle cases involving severe injuries like traumatic brain damage and spinal cord trauma. We counter insurance company tactics through comprehensive investigations, expert witness testimony, and evidence preservation. Our attorneys address unique Florida laws affecting motorcyclists while pursuing maximum compensation for medical costs, rehabilitation expenses, and lost income. We challenge biased claims and prove liability through accident reconstruction and technical analysis.
Truck Accident Cases
Gerber Law represents victims of semi-truck and commercial vehicle accidents. We investigate regulatory violations, driver fatigue, and equipment failures while identifying all liable parties including trucking companies and manufacturers. Our attorneys handle complex claims involving cargo-related accidents, jackknife collisions, and hazardous material incidents. We leverage federal and state regulations to prove negligence and secure compensation for catastrophic injuries, property damage, and wrongful death claims.
Medical Malpractice
Our medical malpractice attorneys handle cases involving surgical errors, misdiagnosis, and birth injuries. We work with medical experts to prove breaches in standard care while calculating economic and non-economic damages. The firm challenges healthcare providers' defenses through thorough discovery processes and expert testimony. We pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost earning capacity, and pain and suffering while handling complex wrongful death claims against hospitals and medical professionals.
Defective Products
Gerber Law represents victims of defective consumer products and dangerous medications. We investigate design flaws, manufacturing defects, and inadequate warnings while proving liability through industry standards analysis. Our attorneys handle automotive defect cases, pharmaceutical injuries, and unsafe children's products claims. We pursue compensation for medical costs, lost income, and emotional distress while challenging manufacturers' defenses through expert engineering analysis and consumer behavior studies.
People
Maria Gerber
Founding Attorney
Maria Gerber, a former State Prosecutor with 21 years of civil trial experience, founded Gerber Law in 2001. She brings unique perspective as both a legal expert and personal injury victim, combining prosecutorial experience with compassionate representation. Her track record includes multi-million dollar recoveries in complex personal injury cases across Florida.
Elizabeth Liz Owens
Paralegal
Elizabeth began her legal career in personal injury law in 2000, gaining valuable experience in insurance defense before joining Gerber Law. With 14 years in the field, she provides expert case management and client support while maintaining deep knowledge of injury claim defense strategies.
Lauren Aguilera
Legal Assistant
Lauren has served as Gerber Law's dedicated legal assistant since 2017. She specializes in client communication and case coordination, bringing passion and commitment to supporting accident victims throughout their legal journey while ensuring personalized attention to each client's needs.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a car accident in Florida?
Seek medical attention, document the scene, exchange information with involved parties, report to law enforcement, and contact Gerber Law immediately for legal guidance.
Does Gerber Law work on a contingency fee basis?
Yes, we operate on a contingency fee basis - you pay no legal fees unless we successfully recover compensation for your case.
How does Gerber Law handle insurance company negotiations?
Our attorneys manage all insurance communications, using proven strategies to counter lowball offers and ensure fair compensation for medical expenses and damages.
What types of personal injury cases does Gerber Law handle?
We handle car accidents, motorcycle crashes, truck accidents, medical malpractice, defective product claims, and other personal injury cases across Florida.
What is the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Florida?
Most personal injury claims must be filed within two years from the accident date, though exceptions exist for medical malpractice and government entity cases.
