If you’ve been injured in an accident and already had a health condition before it happened, you might wonder: “Will this hurt my case?” The answer is-not necessarily. In fact, Florida law protects people with pre-existing conditions. You can still file a personal injury claim and recover compensation if your accident made your condition worse or caused new injuries.
At The Black Law Company, we represent injured clients across Tampa, including those with pre-existing conditions, and we know how to build strong cases that insurance companies can’t ignore.
Key Takeaways
You can file a claim even if you had a prior injury or condition. Florida law allows compensation for aggravation of pre-existing issues. Insurance companies often try to deny or reduce claims based on your medical history. Proper medical documentation and legal representation are key. The Black Law Company helps Tampa victims recover the full value of their injury claims-even with pre-existing conditions.
What Counts as a Pre-Existing Condition?
A pre-existing condition could be anything from chronic back pain, arthritis, or a previous surgery to an old injury that had healed. The issue becomes legal when your accident either reactivates or worsens the old condition.
How Florida Law Views Pre-Existing Conditions
Under Florida law, you are entitled to compensation if the accident exacerbated your prior condition. Insurance companies may try to argue that your pain or limitations aren’t from the accident but from your medical history. However, the law is clear: if the crash made it worse, they’re still responsible.
Why Medical Evidence Matters
To win your case, you’ll need strong medical documentation showing the difference between your condition before and after the accident. That’s why it’s so important to see a doctor immediately and tell them about both your pre-existing condition and how your symptoms have changed.
How The Black Law Company Can Help
Our legal team works with doctors and medical experts to prove how your injuries were worsened by the accident. We know the tactics insurers use-and how to fight them.
If you’ve been injured in Tampa and have a prior condition, don’t assume your case is weak. Call 813-321-7380 for a free consultation with The Black Law Company today.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I still sue if I had a prior injury?
Yes, if the accident made it worse or caused new symptoms.
2. Will my medical history be used against me?
Possibly-but we’ll counter it with expert evidence.
3. How do I prove the accident made my condition worse?
With detailed medical records comparing your condition before and after.
4. Will my compensation be reduced?
Not if we prove the accident aggravated your condition.
This post was written by Okoye Morgan Jr., a lawyer with extensive knowledge as a car accident attorney East Tampa FL. Okoye is one of the founding partners of The Black Law Company, specializing in personal injury law, trust and estate law, civil litigation law, and criminal defense.
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