James Waller Dodson
The Florida Bike Guy
Jim Dodson spent many years of his long legal career as a partner in a large personal injury law firm, but he had some different ideas about how to practice law. He envisioned a practice centered on the clients’ needs, where he could get to know his clients and be personally involved in their cases. He wanted to create an environment where any client would feel comfortable about calling, where every client with a question about their case could easily get an answer, and where all clients could expect to have their phone calls returned. Jim turned this vision into a reality when he opened his own practice in 2001.
At Jim Dodson Law, Jim and his staff work with every client to develop a close, personal relationship based on mutual respect and trust. We focus on helping the injured and the families of those who have died because of some other person’s wrongdoing. Jim has been practicing law for more than 25 years and accepts only personal injury and wrongful death cases. He uses his experienced negotiating skills against insurance companies who know he’s willing and able to try any case in court if his client’s case requires it, and he’s a formidable opponent before a jury. With good reason, the Tampa Bay Times lists Jim as one of the area’s best attorneys, and Martindale-Hubbell consistently gives him their highest possible rating for his legal skill and ethics.
Jim Dodson Law provides a free consultation to anyone who has been seriously injured in an accident caused by another person. Even if you’re not sure that you have a case, we will give you straight answers to your questions. We take cases on a contingency fee arrangement. All legal fees come out of the settlement or verdict, and you pay nothing unless we win money for you.
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Free Consultation
We offer a lot more than a free consultation. After an accident or an injury your life has dramatically changed and you have questions - do I have a case, do I need an attorney, who will pay my medical bills and lost earnings, what can I expect when dealing with the insurance company and more. In our free case evaluation review, we will answer your questions and analyze the kind of help you need. If you do not need to hire a lawyer we will be honest and tell you this. There is never any obligation to hire our firm. We also offer numerous free consumer guides to help you understand what to expect and what to look for in hiring an attorney. This information is available to you at no cost or obligation. -
Contingent Fees
The cost of legal services is always a big concern for any client, especially someone who has been unable to work because of injuries suffered in an accident. Recovering from injuries is enough to handle without the added burden of how to pay for a lawyer. We remove this worry by offering our legal services on a contingency fee basis. What does this mean to you? Simply that there is NO FEE until our personal injury attorneys successfully win money damages for you.
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Car Accidents
- Bicycle Accidents
- Brain Injury Victims
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Wrongful Death and Fatal Accidents
- English: Spoken, Written
I Received Top Notch Service From Jim Dodson Law
Every step of the way his staff was available to me. Anytime I had questions they were very quick to respond. They kept me informed of the entire process.
I Always Heard Back from Jim
A client testimonial who said "everything in the end worked out very well and I appreciate everything that’s been done for me here at Jim Dodson Law’s office."
Cyclist Gets Hit By Vehicle While Cycling in a Group Ride
Cyclist who was cycling in a group ride talks about how Jim being a cyclist was so beneficial for the settlement of her case. She highly recommends Jim's firm.
Testimonial from Cyclist Who Injured His Hip
I called my local riding club and they recommended Jim Dodson Law. It seemed like a good idea to call an attorney that had expertise in bicycle accidents.
Testimonial From a Client Who was in a Hit & Run Bike Crash
From the time I called ’til right now, I was taken care of. They kept in touch with me and Mr. Dodson, himself called me several times to see how I was doing.
Meet the Jim Dodson Law Firm in Clearwater, Florida
Jim Dodson assembled a group of people to work at his law firm. People of great character and integrity that he knew would treat the clients the way they deserve.