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    Welcome to Avera & Smith

    Avera & Smith has been representing Floridians for more than 70 years. We fight relentlessly to deliver justice for our clients and help them win for more.

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    Decades of Service in Florida

    When Bill Avera began practicing law more than 70 years ago, he set the high standards of practice that have made Avera & Smith the successful firm it is today. And our commitment to never treating our clients like numbers has always remained. You can expect caring service, experienced attorneys and state-of-the-art supporting technology.

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    Big Wins for Our Clients

    Avera & Smith represent Floridians in and out of the courtroom. From personal injury claims and workers’ compensation to criminal defense, the firm’s legacy is that of personal service and genuine care for its clients.

WE GET RESULTS

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    Traffic Accident

  • $9 Million

    Traffic Accident

  • $30.8 Million

    Traumatic Brain Injury

  • $15.5 Million

    Wrongful Death

  • $37.5 Million

    Drunk Driving

  • $19 Million

    Engle Progeny

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  • $11 Million

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GET THE GOAT WORKING FOR YOU

Avera & Smith Florida personal injury law firmWhen you hire Avera & Smith, you get the GOAT of Florida law firms fighting for you. After 70 years of winning for more, we’ve earned a reputation among insurance companies and defense attorneys for never backing down and fiercely protecting our clients with unmatched legal skill.

This often leads to higher settlement offers and awarded verdicts for our clients and their families. From life-changing auto and work accidents to lives destroyed by tobacco, the attorneys at our Florida law firm are here to help you get the justice you deserve.

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Practice Areas

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    Car & Truck Accidents

    Injured in a car, motorcycle, or truck accident? Our attorneys will fight to get you every dime you deserve. Insurance companies know our reputation for never backing down, so when they see that Avera & Smith is your law firm, it commands attention and gets results. Get started with a free case review today.

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    Slip & Falls, Personal Injuries

    If you've been injured at a store or business, our Board Certified attorneys have decades of experience taking on major corporations to help get you compensated. Businesses have an obligation to keep customers safe, and if they fail to do so, we will fight to hold them accountable. Get started today with a free case review.

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    Workers’ Compensation & Job Injuries

    If you've been injured on the job, you need a strong advocate to stand up for you to help get you compensated for your injuries. Lance Avera is one of the few Board Certified workers' compensation attorneys in the state and has recovered millions for his clients. He will fight for you and your family. Call us today and we'll review your case for free.

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    Criminal Defense

    When facing a criminal charge, you need an experienced Gainesville lawyer. Our criminal defense team are the attorneys Gainesville knows will fight for their rights. If you’ve been arrested for assault and battery, drug possession, DUI/DWI, theft, white-collar crimes or other offenses, we can help.

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    Medical Malpractice

    Sometimes, and more often than you’d think, medical professionals make mistakes that can severely impact the health of their patients. We are the law firm Gainesville relies on to recover damages related to negligence and many other cases involving medical malpractice, such as pharmacy errors, a failure to diagnose and more.

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    Business Law

    When business disputes arise, we are the attorneys Gainesville companies call. That’s because we have over 65 years of experience handling complicated matters that could affect your business. Make sure you’re represented by a Gainesville lawyer who knows the city and the law.

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    Elder Abuse and Neglect

    Placing an elderly parent or loved one in the care of someone else is never an easy decision. You want the best for them. However, when it comes to nursing home negligence and other forms of elder abuse, Florida has its fair share of cases. Our firm is well-versed in elder exploitation law. Put our legal services for the elderly and their families to work for you.

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    Wills, Trusts and Estate Law

    With state-wide experience handling will and trust disputes, Florida attorneys Avera & Smith are the team you want at your side. Our expertise with estate and inheritance issues, including power of attorney and trust disputes, has helped clients receive the justice they deserve.

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  • As the law firm Gainesville has trusted for over 70 years to fight on their behalf, we are more than ready to represent you. Put our experience and reputation to work. We are trial-tested attorneys Gainesville turns to time and time again. If you need help with any legal matter, whether it’s serious personal injury, workers’ compensation, criminal defense, medical malpractice or business law, contact us. The consultation is absolutely free.

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