One Million Dollar Settlement Thomas & Lawrence was hired by the estate of a local teenager who was tragically killed in an accident. Although the persons responsible for the accident carried liability insurance, the insurance company claimed that the type of accident was not covered under the policy. Our attorneys prevailed by demonstrating that the insurer’s position made no sense as its construction of the insurance policy language would result in no insurance coverage for almost every conceivable type of accident, making the insurance which was paid for essentially worthless. The wrongful death case was settled for the full amount of the insurance policy limits.

Another Appellate Victory Following oral argument, the First District Court of Appeal upheld a jury verdict in favor of our client. At trial, Thomas and Lawrence successfully convinced the jury that the defendant was 100% at fault for an auto accident. The Court of Appeals rejected the defendant's argument that our client should have been found to be at least partially at fault for the accident. Because of the Court of Appeal's ruling, our client has received the full amount of her judgment plus interest.

$1,500,000.00 Settlement Reached Our client suffered significant injury in an accident that left her permanently disabled. Thanks to the settlement, she will be able to get top-rated medical care for her on-going problems. As a working mother and wife, the settlement will also help to replace her permanent loss of wages.

Thomas & Lawrence Wins Trial.
A Duval County jury returned a verdict in excess of $235,000.00 in favor of our client injured in an automobile accident that occurred on Jacksonville’s westside. Our client was eastbound on 103rd Street. The other driver was traveling westbound and was attempting to make a left turn across the eastbound lanes of traffic. That driver failed to yeild to our client’s oncoming vehicle resulting in a nearly head-on collision. Our client suffered fractures to both bones in her lower right leg, requiring surgery for the implantation of a steel rod. Prior to trial the defendant offered $130,000.00 to settle the case.

Thomas & Lawrence wins appeal.
Our client, a local oncologist, was sued by his former employer, the University of Florida, for allegedly violating a non-compete agreement. Thomas & Lawrence won the case by proving that the University had no legitimate business interest in preventing the doctor from continuing to work for a different employer. The University appealed, and the appellate court upheld our client's victory.

Personal Injury

Thomas & Lawrence, P.A. represents individuals and companies in claims involving people injured in accidents seeking recovery for physical and emotional injuries as well as medical bills and lost wages throughout Florda. Personal injury claims include motor vehicle accidents or collisions, medical malpractice, defective products, boating accidents, premises liability, false arrest, defamation, and other accidents or incidents which result in injury or death.

Insurance Law

Thomas & Lawrence, P.A. has experience representing both individuals and insurance companies in disputes relating to the rights and obligations existing between the parties to an insurance contract. These disputes typically arise from an insurance company’s refusal to pay or defend a claim which an individual believes should properly be covered by the insurance agreement. Insurance coverage claims may relate to a wide variety of policies, including homeowners insurance, automobile insurance, health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, credit life insurance and credit disability insurance.

Litigation & Appeals

Thomas & Lawrence, P.A., is a full service law firm representing litigants before both trial and appellate courts. In addition to counseling both plaintiffs and defendants at the trial level in a wide range of matters arising from commercial disputes, personal injury and insurance claims, and employer/employee disputes, our lawyers have successfully briefed and argued appeals before Florida and Federal appellate courts.

Product Liability

Thomas & Lawrence, P.A. provides legal representation in cases involving injury or death caused by products defectively designed or manufactured. Product liability claims can relate to both consumer and industrial products such as automobiles, drink containers, lawn mowers, sports equipment, bicycle helmets, food products, electrical appliances, construction tools, ladders, boats, chemicals, exercise equipment, and home heaters.

Business and Commercial Disputes

We provide representation through a broad range of business and commercial contexts including complex contract disputes, disputes among shareholders and partners of closely held corporations and small partnerships, business torts, non-compete agreements, and counsel regarding the duties and rights of employers and employees. Our commercial litigation practice includes protecting our clients from the claims of others as well as asserting and enforcing our clients' rights.