Gainesville Car Accident Lawyer
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If you’ve been injured in a Gainesville car accident, you don’t have to navigate the aftermath alone. Whether the crash happened on Archer Road during rush hour, at the I-75 / Newberry Road interchange, on NW 13th Street, or near the University of Florida campus, the days that follow can feel overwhelming — calls from insurance adjusters, medical bills from UF Health Shands or HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, time off work, and injuries that don’t always heal as fast as the property damage. West Law Firm is here to help.
As a Gainesville-based car accident attorney serving Alachua County, Zach West has spent his career representing accident victims throughout North Central Florida, recovering compensation for medical bills, lost wages, vehicle damage, and pain and suffering. Each car accident case is unique, and Zach personally takes the time to understand how the crash has affected you — not just your finances, but your daily life — and pursues every dollar of compensation you’re owed under Florida law.
You matter to us
If you’ve been involved in a car accident, you may be able to get compensation for your injuries.
How can I get compensation after a car accident?
- Medical Expenses
- Lost Income
- Property Damage
- Physical Pain & Suffering
- Mental Pain & Suffering
- Punitive Damages
I can help victims of any type of accident.
Were you injured in a Gainesville car accident?
After serious car accidents, victims often face both immediate financial pressures and long-term hardships as they struggle to recover.
Our Gainesville accident lawyer will demand payment for all of your medical bills related to the wreck & we can also account for lost income if you are no longer able to work or must take a lower-paying job due to what has happened to you.
We will demand payment for the cost to repair or replace your vehicle, as well as any other personal property that was damaged or destroyed in the wreck.
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Car Accident Cases We Handle
No matter how the crash happened, West Law Firm fights for accident victims across Gainesville, Florida.
Rear-End Collisions
The most common car accident type. Often involves whiplash, back injuries, and disputed fault when both drivers were braking.
T-Bone & Intersection Crashes
Side-impact collisions caused by red-light running, failure to yield, or distracted driving — usually result in serious injuries.
Head-On Collisions
The most severe crash type. Often catastrophic injuries requiring immediate, experienced legal representation.
Hit-and-Run Accidents
When the at-fault driver flees the scene, recovery often comes through your own uninsured motorist coverage — we know how to maximize it.
Drunk or Impaired Driver Crashes
Crashes caused by DUI drivers may support claims for punitive damages on top of medical bills and lost wages.
Uber, Lyft & Rideshare Accidents
Rideshare crashes involve layered insurance policies that confuse most drivers — we know which carrier covers what.
What Our Clients Say
Verified 5-star reviews from West Law Firm's Google Business Profile
"I couldn't have been happier with West Law Firm! I got in a wreck, then called them right after the police and my mom, and they guided me through that, and through the rest of the process."
— Isaac B.
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"My wife was injured by a person who turned in front of her. She had a fracture and her car wrecked. The hospital and ambulance bills started coming in. I was quickly over my head. Zach and his team took care of everything."
— Rick
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"My sincere thanks to Zach West and his staff for helping me through a most difficult time. His compassion and knowledge goes beyond words. He really listens and treats you like a person, not just a number."
— Kathy M.
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The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
Car Accidents in Gainesville & Alachua County
Local knowledge that matters when your case is filed in Alachua County.
Where Crashes Happen
High-volume crash corridors in Gainesville include Archer Road, NW 13th Street (US-441), Newberry Road (SR-26), Williston Road, and SW 34th Street. The I-75 / Archer Road and I-75 / Newberry Road interchanges see frequent collisions, especially during UF home games, class shift changes, and seasonal tourist traffic to Florida’s natural springs.
Where You’ll Be Treated
Most serious car accident victims in Gainesville are transported to UF Health Shands Hospital, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, or the Malcom Randall VA Medical Center. We work directly with billing departments, ER physicians, and lien holders at all three.
Where Your Case Will Be Heard
Car accident lawsuits in Gainesville are filed in the Alachua County Courthouse — part of the Eighth Judicial Circuit — at 201 E University Avenue. Our office is just steps away, and we are in this courthouse regularly for our Alachua County cases.
Serving Gainesville Car Accident Victims
Our office is located in downtown Gainesville, just minutes from the Alachua County Courthouse and walkable from UF’s campus. We represent car accident victims throughout Gainesville and across North Central Florida.
West Law Firm
14 E University Ave, Suite 207Gainesville, FL 32601
352-654-1996