Category Archives: Car Accidents

Seatbelts & Liability In A Florida Car Crash

By Larry Hornsby | Posted on December 3, 2020

On October 30, a child and a 40-year old woman were killed on Northwest 100 Street in Marion County, after the woman lost control of her vehicle and struck a large tree. Two children were in the backseat of the vehicle, and neither were wearing seatbelts; the woman was unfortunately pronounced dead at the… Read More »

Florida Rollover Car Accidents

By Larry Hornsby | Posted on October 23, 2020

The busy and crowded nature of Florida’s roads is well known, especially to locals, but when accidents do happen, it can be shocking how serious the injuries can be. One of the most serious types of accidents that occurs on Florida roads is the rollover crash, where the vehicle flips onto its top or… Read More »

Back Injuries & Car Accident Claims In Florida

By Larry Hornsby | Posted on October 2, 2020

While auto accidents can cause serious, life-long injuries and disabilities, many of the most severe stem from back and spinal injuries. Broken vertebrae and damage to one’s spinal cord can require months and even years of rehabilitation, and if it has happened due to another person’s negligence, it can feel overwhelming to try and… Read More »

Distracted Driving Accidents In Florida

By Larry Hornsby | Posted on June 5, 2020

Floridians are just as attached to their smartphones and electronic devices as any other group of people, but because of the high levels of traffic on Florida roads, distracted driving accidents are somewhat more common than they might be in other states. If you are involved in an accident with a distracted driver, it… Read More »

Been In A Car Crash … With Someone Uninsured! What Now?

By Larry Hornsby | Posted on March 26, 2020

An auto accident is never a pleasant experience, and on Florida roads, they are becoming more and more common. However, there is still a persistent population in Florida that does not comply with the state’s insurance requirements, meaning that if you are in a car crash involving one of those people, you might have… Read More »

Navigating Florida’s No-Fault System After An Accident

By Larry Hornsby | Posted on February 27, 2020

An automobile accident is always a difficult life event to get through, but dealing with liability and insurance afterward can be ten times worse. Unlike most other states, Florida has a pure no-fault system, which can sometimes be a blessing and sometimes a curse for injured drivers. If you have been hurt in an… Read More »

Soft Tissue Injuries In Florida Accidents

By Larry Hornsby | Posted on January 9, 2020

If you are involved in an automobile accident, the natural instinct is to look for broken bones, concussions and injuries that are readily apparent in minutes or hours after the crash. However, it is extremely common for soft tissue injuries (injuries to the tissue between bones or surrounding them) to only become evident days… Read More »

Accidents With Uninsured Motorists In Florida

By Larry Hornsby | Posted on January 3, 2020

Florida has the highest percentage of uninsured drivers in the United States – more than one-quarter of the drivers on state roads at any given time – so unfortunately, the possibility of accidents involving uninsured drivers is very real. If you are in this position, you should be aware of the potential issues you… Read More »

Wrong-Way Crashes In Florida

By Larry Hornsby | Posted on October 9, 2019

An auto accident will never be a welcome event, but wrong-way crashes, where someone strikes you head-on while traveling in the wrong lane, are arguably some of the most frightening. These crashes are unfortunately too common in Florida, and if you are unfortunate enough to experience one, it is critical for you to know… Read More »

Rollover Accidents In Florida

By Larry Hornsby | Posted on July 2, 2019

Because of the sheer amount of drivers in Florida, car accidents are depressingly common. One of the most potentially dangerous types of car crashes is the rollover accident, where a vehicle flips either side over side, or end over end. The amount of weight involved can lead to more injuries, proportionately, than any other… Read More »

Verdicts & Settlements

$396,843 Securities Investment
Fraud Result

Confidential settlement for couple whose life insurance agent misappropriated nearly their entire life insurance investment.

$104,118 Homeowner’s
Insurance Claim

Claim resolved after our involvement and appraisal – Insurance company previously only agreed to pay $52,800 for repairs to client’s house, barn, and fence.

$200,000 Auto Accident

For plaintiff who suffered neck injury and micro disc surgery as a result of a rear-end accident.

$350,000 Negligence

For eye injuries sustained by minor at local theme park due to negligent display of fireworks.

$250,000 Auto Accident

For plaintiff who suffered a neck injury and resulting cervical disc replacement surgery due to car pulling out in front of him.

$1,000,000 Auto Accident

Settlement for automobile accident involving death of a pedestrian caused by the negligence of a drunk driver. This settlement represented the total policy limits.

$400,000 Whistleblower
Claim

Confidential settlement for SEC whistleblower who suffered retaliation.

$1,250,000 Auto Accident

Settlement involving an automobile accident with injuries to the Plaintiff’s lower extremities.

$114,000 Securities Investment
Fraud Result

Settlement against national brokerage firm and financial advisor for a brother and sister who were victims of churning and unauthorized options trading in their retirement accounts.

$100,000 Worker’s Compensation

Settlement for housekeeper who injured back while working for theme park hotel.

$3,000,000 Auto Accident

Settlement for a motorcyclist hit by a tourist driving a rental car.

$1,000,000 Negligence

Settlement for a Plaintiff injured by a defective electric scooter.

$70,000 Slip and Fall

Settlement for man who slipped and fell at bowling alley where alley failed to clean lanes.

$1,850,000 Trucking
Accident

Tractor trailer driver lied to police at scene but we were able to prove his version of events was wrong and recover for the family of a woman killed as a result of the tractor trailer driver’s negligence.

$500,000 Auto Accident

For a Plaintiff was hit by a tractor trailer sustaining back injuries.

$1,150,000 Worker’s Compensation

Recovered worker’s compensation claim involving scaffolding.

$100,000 Worker’s Compensation

Plus on a previously denied neck surgery authorized and paid for by employer for chef who suffered an electric shock injury at work.

$400,000 Auto Accident

Settlement for Plaintiff who was injured after being forced off the road by a tractor trailer sustaining neck injuries.

$5,000,000 Worker’s Compensation

Recovered on a worker’s compensation claim for a woman who sustained serious lung issues as result of inhalation of toxic discharge from a nearby concrete plant.

$200,000 Worker’s Compensation

Settlement for banquet manager at major theme park hotel who injured back while lifting a table.

$250,000 Securities Investment
Fraud Result

Settlement for retired couple who lost important annuity benefits when their financial advisor wrongfully had them withdraw funds from their annuity only to purchase a new annuities to earn more commissions.

$400,000 Worker’s Compensation

Settlement for worker who injured back and hips while on the job.

$6,000,000 Worker’s Compensation

In benefits to injured worker on previously denied claim for treatment for head injury and related complications.

$200,000 Worker’s Compensation

Settlement for housekeeper who injured back while working for theme park hotel.

$300,000 Auto Accident

For plaintiff who suffered a neck injury and cervical surgery as a result of a low-speed rear-end accident with car damage less than $1,000

$400,000 Negligence

Settlement for Plaintiff who was injured after being forced off the road by a tractor trailer sustaining neck injuries.

$3,000,000 Auto Accident

Settlement for a motorcyclist hit by a tourist driving a rental car.

$105,000 Slip and Fall

Settlement for man who slipped in freshly mopped bathroom where there was failure to warn of the wet floor.

$1,000,000 Auto Accident

Settlement for million motorcycle accident involving head injury.

$400,000 Whistleblower
Claim

Confidential settlement for SEC whistleblower who suffered retaliation.

$500,000 Negligence

For a Plaintiff was hit by a tractor trailer sustaining back injuries.

$80,000 Homeowner’s
Insurance Claim

Settlement on previously denied storm damage claim that severely damaged mobile home’s roof and led to black mold. Client was able to replace mobile home with a brand new home.

Client Testimonials

“Hank and Bonnie were worth their weight in gold to me and my case. My experience as a Client at Hornsby Law is extremely positive from the very beginning phone call to Angel at the front desk, to closing everything out months later, they were on top of everything every step of the way.”
– Tommy H. –
“Fantastic Lawyer! No it’s not an oxymoron. Hank is truly a professional and knows exactly what he’s doing. He’s personable and upfront. I was kept abreast of what was going on. And he absolutely was vested in my best interest. He proved to be a genuine one-of-a-kind person in the end. Bonnie and Angel are both sweethearts. I highly recommend this practice.”
– Kimberly W. –
“I had a great experience with Hank and Bonnie working on my auto accident case. They were able to negotiate a higher settlement with the insurance company and lower medical bills. Leaving me with more compensation for my injuries.”
– David S. –