Matthews Injury Law
Proven trial attorneys dedicated to the passionate pursuit of justice on behalf of our clients and their families. We handle cases throughout Florida involving auto accidents, truck and work zone crashes, brain and spine injury, and wrongful death.
This lawyer is licensed to practice in Florida and has no record of discipline from the Florida bar association. *
Matthews Injury Law
Proven trial attorneys dedicated to the passionate pursuit of justice on behalf of our clients and their families. We handle cases throughout Florida involving auto accidents, truck and work zone crashes, brain and spine injury, and wrongful death.
This lawyer is licensed to practice in Florida and has no record of discipline from the Florida bar association. *
Managing partner Marc Matthews started his career defending large corporations across the country in catastrophic motor vehicle and product liability cases. While he successfully defended Fortune 100 companies, he saw first-hand how large corporations could afford to drain time and resources from regular people like you during a case.
Marc knew his legal skills and tenacity in the courtroom would better serve people who had wrongfully been injured, so he founded Matthews Injury Law in 2014. His goal was to leverage his years of experience to aggressively seek justice for the hurt, which is what he and his team do every day.
It is no secret that there is an abundance of personal injury lawyers in Florida. But the Matthews Injury Law team's deep knowledge of state laws, experience, results in the courtroom, and compassion for clients are unrivaled. Unlike other firms, Marc personally meets with new clients, and the team is always prepared to take cases to trial when insurance companies are not willing to treat their clients fairly.
When you or a family member is injured, you need attorneys who will help you start moving forward. You need attorneys who can successfully handle the battles that lie ahead and who have done it before. And you need attorneys who are fearless and unrelenting in taking on any opponent and fighting for you to ensure that you obtain the justice you deserve. You have found those attorneys in Matthews Injury Law.
Our Firm Philosophy is straightforward: we will never be outworked in seeking the justice that our clients deserve. Every case has a Team of lawyers and paralegals reviewing and strategizing every step of the way, from the initial consultation through trial if necessary.
Growing up in a blue collar family, Managing Attorney Marc Matthews was the first person in his family to go to college, let alone law school. He saw firsthand the value of hard work. And he learned from an early age that the benefits that others might have had handed to them - whether it was money, opportunity, or connections - would never beat relentless hard work. Financial resources can diminish; opportunities can be wasted; and connections can be lost. But a relentless drive to succeed, particularly on behalf of others, will always flourish. Mr. Matthews believes that "it is impossible to beat someone who never gives up." The Matthews Injury Law Team takes that philosophy into the work we do every day on behalf our clients.
Every personal injury claim is different, and our team of injury lawyers knows how to develop a strategy for the best possible results in each individual case. We identify all sources of compensation from all liable parties and will not stop until you receive the settlement or award you deserve.
Insurance companies will not volunteer to pay you everything you deserve. Sometimes, it is necessary to take your case to court to ensure you receive justice, and you want the right attorney representing you. Our team fights for the full range of damages our clients are entitled to, including:
- Medical Bills
- Lost Wages
- Future Medical Expenses
- Future Lost Earning Ability
- Out-of-Pocket Expenses
- Pain and Suffering
- Mental Trauma
- Permanent Disability
- Permanent Disfigurement
- Punitive Damages
- Wrongful Death
- Survivor Damages
When another party caused your injuries, they should be held responsible for covering all of your losses. We take on negligent drivers, corporations, and insurance companies, both in and out of court. If someone acted in an egregious or intentional manner that led to your injuries, we will not hesitate to fight for punitive damages in front of the jury.
If you want a law firm that will not back down and will relentlessly see your case through to the best possible results, you want Matthews Injury Law.
Main Office
1228 E 7th Avenue
Suite 200
Tampa , FL 33605
(813) 530-1000
Free Initial Consultation
We only get paid if we recover money for you.
9-5:30
Sandy Moreno
Yes
English, Spanish
-
Pinellas Office
13630 58th St. N
Suite 100
Clearwater, FL 33760
Matthews Injury Law employs a team of personal injury lawyers who have recovered millions in verdicts and settlements for car accident victims. We treat every case like it is our only case.
Around six million Americans get into auto accidents each year. Some car accidents result only in property or vehicle damage. However, other accidents resulting in serious injury or even death create life-altering situations for the drivers, passengers, or pedestrians involved, as well as their families. According to the National Safety Council, roughly 40,000 people die each year in motor vehicle accidents, and 4.6 million roadway users become injured enough to require medical attention at an estimated cost to society of $432 billion annually.
If you or a loved one gets into a car accident, your first priority will be to address any injuries and follow-up on medical treatment, as well as work with your insurance company to get the vehicle repaired. In addition, make sure to seek the help of an experienced auto accident attorney so you can pursue any compensation to which you are entitled. Matthews Injury Law employs a team of personal injury lawyers who have recovered millions in verdicts and settlements for car accident victims. Please visit our Results page, and then call to find out how we can help you and your family.
Auto Accident Settlements and Verdicts Weâve Won
Below are just a few of the personal injury verdicts and settlements* we have won for our clients, primarily in the Tampa metro area, as well as Pinellas, Hillsborough, Polk, and Sarasota counties.
-Spinal Cord Injury (Motor Vehicle Crash) - $19,300,000 Verdict
-Wrongful Death (Truck Crash), $11,000,000 - Verdict
-Traumatic Brain Injury (Motor Vehicle Crash) - $16,400,000 Verdict
-Shoulder and Low Back Injuries (Car Accident) - $4,300,000 Verdict
When an accident results in the death of a loved one, it is devastating for everyone. Our attorneys have been handling wrongful death cases throughout the State and the Nation for more than two decades. We know how to get your family through.
When a catastrophic accident causes the death of a loved one, family and friends are left picking up the pieces and trying to make sense of the situation. If a person dies due to an event caused by another partyâs negligence, survivors of the deceased may have a right to seek damages through a wrongful death claim. In these cases, it must be proven that the person or entity the wrongful death claim is brought against (the defendant) was responsible for the fatal accident. Itâs important to know how to file a wrongful death claim and who can collect wrongful death damages based on Florida law. The wrongful death attorneys at Matthews Injury Law have helped victimsâ families recover damages in verdicts or settlements. Contact us for a consultation today.
Wrongful Death Verdicts Weâve Won
-Wrongful Death, Spinal Cord Injury, Truck / Work Zone Crash â $11,000,000 (Verdict)
-Wrongful Death, Negligent Care of Incapacitated Individual â $5,000,000 (Verdict)
-Wrongful Death, Motorcycle Crash â $2,456,575 (Verdict)
-Wrongful Death, Premises Liability â $1,500,000 (Settlement)
Our Firm Philosophy is straightforward: we will never be outworked in seeking the justice that our clients deserve. Every case has a Team of lawyers and paralegals reviewing and strategizing every step of the way, from the initial consultation through trial if necessary.
Growing up in a blue collar family, Managing Attorney Marc Matthews was the first person in his family to go to college, let alone law school. He saw firsthand the value of hard work. And he learned from an early age that the benefits that others might have had handed to them - whether it was money, opportunity, or connections - would never beat relentless hard work. Financial resources can diminish; opportunities can be wasted; and connections can be lost. But a relentless drive to succeed, particularly on behalf of others, will always flourish. Mr. Matthews believes that "it is impossible to beat someone who never gives up." The Matthews Injury Law Team takes that philosophy into the work we do every day on behalf our clients.
Mr. Matthews spent several years working in the trial departments of some of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the U.S., including Holland & Knight, LLP and DLA Piper US LLP, representing companies in cases involving truck crashes, catastrophic injury and product liability, and business disputes.
Relying on that experience, Mr. Matthews joined forces with one of the preeminent plaintiffs’ firms in the State of Florida, prosecuting catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims through verdict. In 2013 alone, he obtained two verdicts* in excess of ten million dollars. Always striving to passionately represent his clients in seeking to maximize their recovery, Mr. Matthews formed Matthews Injury Law in 2014. In 2018, Mr. Matthews obtained one of the Top 10 Car Accident Verdicts* in the State of Florida.
Born in Bradenton and raised in Pinellas County, Mr. Matthews attended the University of Central Florida on an academic scholarship before graduating from the University of Florida College of Law with honors. Since law school, Mr. Matthews has lived and practiced law in Orlando, West Palm Beach and Tampa, Florida. Mr. Matthews previously served as a member of the national trial counsel team for an international Fortune 100 trucking company. His experience includes litigating cases throughout the State of Florida and the nation involving catastrophic trucking accidents, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, tire blowouts/rollovers, wrongful death, product liability claims, and commercial actions.
In recognition of his legal skills and ethical standards, Mr. Matthews received an AV Preeminent Rating – the highest rating given to lawyers – from Martindale Hubbell. Martindale Hubbell has been a reliable source for over 130 years for those seeking experts in the legal industry.
Mr. Matthews is admitted to practice in all of the state and federal courts throughout Florida. He has appeared in the Northern, Middle, and Southern District Courts of Florida in cases ranging from multi-million dollar business disputes to multi-million dollar insurance claims. And he has tried cases ranging from wrongful death to motor vehicle accidents to real estate property claims to breach of contract disputes. Mr. Matthews has taken cases to trial in jurisdictions ranging from Walton County to Hillsborough County to Manatee County to Orange County to Miami-Dade County. And in seeking to fully represent his clients’ best interests in pursuing the justice they deserve, Mr. Matthews has also prosecuted cases through appeal when necessary.
Mr. Matthews is a 2009 graduate of Leadership Tampa Bay. In an effort to stay involved in his community outside of work, Mr. Matthews serves on the Board of Directors of three charitable foundations – Palma Ceia Little League, Vincent Jackson’s Jackson in Action 83 Foundation, which supports military children and families, and The Ryan Nece Foundation, which strives to empower student leaders to impact giving in their communities. Mr. Matthews is the Chairman of the Board of the Ryan Nece Foundation. Mr. Matthews also supports the Sidewalk Stompers, a nonprofit committed to providing safe crosswalks and sidewalks for children trying to get to school safely.
(*Verdicts are before deductions for attorneys’ fees, expenses, and comparative negligence, if any. As each case must be litigated on its own facts, past results are not indicative of future outcomes).
Awards & Distinctions
-AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
-Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
-Top 10 Trucking Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
-Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
-Florida Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine
-Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America, National Advisory Board Member
-Superb (10.0) Avvo Rating
-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Life Member
-Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Life Member
-Top Personal Injury Lawyer, TAMPA Magazine
-Top Lawyers in Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay Magazine
Publications & Presentations
-Invited Speaker at the Florida Justice Association’s Hell on the Highways Seminar: Motivating the Trucking Carrier to Settle, December 2013
-Invited Speaker at the Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association’s (TBTLA) Trucking Law Seminar
-Invited Speaker at the National Business Institute (NBI) Seminar Truck Accident Litigation 101: Medicare Set-Aside, Negotiation and Trial Tips
-Invited Speaker at American Association for Justice (AAJ) Annual Convention: Trucking Litigation Group, How to Maximize Case Value
-Invited Speaker at the Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America (APITLA) Super Summit: How to Bullet Proof Your Trucking Case for Trial
-FJA Journal, Article: Tales from the Defense – The Rise of the Negligent Selection and Hiring Claim
Matthews Injury Law is Of Counsel with the firm McIntyre Thanasides Bringgold Elliott Grimaldi & Guito, PA
Bar Number: 711098
Florida, 2004
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science, Pre-Law, 2000
University of Florida
Juris Doctorate (Law), 2003
Mr. Matthews spent several years working in the trial departments of some of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the U.S., including Holland & Knight, LLP and DLA Piper US LLP, representing companies in cases involving truck crashes, catastrophic injury and product liability, and business disputes.
Relying on that experience, Mr. Matthews joined forces with one of the preeminent plaintiffs’ firms in the State of Florida, prosecuting catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims through verdict. In 2013 alone, he obtained two verdicts* in excess of ten million dollars. Always striving to passionately represent his clients in seeking to maximize their recovery, Mr. Matthews formed Matthews Injury Law in 2014. In 2018, Mr. Matthews obtained one of the Top 10 Car Accident Verdicts* in the State of Florida.
Born in Bradenton and raised in Pinellas County, Mr. Matthews attended the University of Central Florida on an academic scholarship before graduating from the University of Florida College of Law with honors. Since law school, Mr. Matthews has lived and practiced law in Orlando, West Palm Beach and Tampa, Florida. Mr. Matthews previously served as a member of the national trial counsel team for an international Fortune 100 trucking company. His experience includes litigating cases throughout the State of Florida and the nation involving catastrophic trucking accidents, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, tire blowouts/rollovers, wrongful death, product liability claims, and commercial actions.
In recognition of his legal skills and ethical standards, Mr. Matthews received an AV Preeminent Rating – the highest rating given to lawyers – from Martindale Hubbell. Martindale Hubbell has been a reliable source for over 130 years for those seeking experts in the legal industry.
Mr. Matthews is admitted to practice in all of the state and federal courts throughout Florida. He has appeared in the Northern, Middle, and Southern District Courts of Florida in cases ranging from multi-million dollar business disputes to multi-million dollar insurance claims. And he has tried cases ranging from wrongful death to motor vehicle accidents to real estate property claims to breach of contract disputes. Mr. Matthews has taken cases to trial in jurisdictions ranging from Walton County to Hillsborough County to Manatee County to Orange County to Miami-Dade County. And in seeking to fully represent his clients’ best interests in pursuing the justice they deserve, Mr. Matthews has also prosecuted cases through appeal when necessary.
Mr. Matthews is a 2009 graduate of Leadership Tampa Bay. In an effort to stay involved in his community outside of work, Mr. Matthews serves on the Board of Directors of three charitable foundations – Palma Ceia Little League, Vincent Jackson’s Jackson in Action 83 Foundation, which supports military children and families, and The Ryan Nece Foundation, which strives to empower student leaders to impact giving in their communities. Mr. Matthews is the Chairman of the Board of the Ryan Nece Foundation. Mr. Matthews also supports the Sidewalk Stompers, a nonprofit committed to providing safe crosswalks and sidewalks for children trying to get to school safely.
(*Verdicts are before deductions for attorneys’ fees, expenses, and comparative negligence, if any. As each case must be litigated on its own facts, past results are not indicative of future outcomes).
Awards & Distinctions
-AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
-Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
-Top 10 Trucking Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
-Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
-Florida Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine
-Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America, National Advisory Board Member
-Superb (10.0) Avvo Rating
-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Life Member
-Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Life Member
-Top Personal Injury Lawyer, TAMPA Magazine
-Top Lawyers in Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay Magazine
Publications & Presentations
-Invited Speaker at the Florida Justice Association’s Hell on the Highways Seminar: Motivating the Trucking Carrier to Settle, December 2013
-Invited Speaker at the Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association’s (TBTLA) Trucking Law Seminar
-Invited Speaker at the National Business Institute (NBI) Seminar Truck Accident Litigation 101: Medicare Set-Aside, Negotiation and Trial Tips
-Invited Speaker at American Association for Justice (AAJ) Annual Convention: Trucking Litigation Group, How to Maximize Case Value
-Invited Speaker at the Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America (APITLA) Super Summit: How to Bullet Proof Your Trucking Case for Trial
-FJA Journal, Article: Tales from the Defense – The Rise of the Negligent Selection and Hiring Claim
Matthews Injury Law is Of Counsel with the firm McIntyre Thanasides Bringgold Elliott Grimaldi & Guito, PA
Bar Number: 711098
Florida, 2004
University of Central Florida Bachelor of Science, Pre-Law, 2000
University of Florida Juris Doctorate (Law), 2003
Managing partner Marc Matthews started his career defending large corporations across the country in catastrophic motor vehicle and product liability cases. While he successfully defended Fortune 100 companies, he saw first-hand how large corporations could afford to drain time and resources from regular people like you during a case.
Marc knew his legal skills and tenacity in the courtroom would better serve people who had wrongfully been injured, so he founded Matthews Injury Law in 2014. His goal was to leverage his years of experience to aggressively seek justice for the hurt, which is what he and his team do every day.
It is no secret that there is an abundance of personal injury lawyers in Florida. But the Matthews Injury Law team's deep knowledge of state laws, experience, results in the courtroom, and compassion for clients are unrivaled. Unlike other firms, Marc personally meets with new clients, and the team is always prepared to take cases to trial when insurance companies are not willing to treat their clients fairly.
When you or a family member is injured, you need attorneys who will help you start moving forward. You need attorneys who can successfully handle the battles that lie ahead and who have done it before. And you need attorneys who are fearless and unrelenting in taking on any opponent and fighting for you to ensure that you obtain the justice you deserve. You have found those attorneys in Matthews Injury Law.
Our Firm Philosophy is straightforward: we will never be outworked in seeking the justice that our clients deserve. Every case has a Team of lawyers and paralegals reviewing and strategizing every step of the way, from the initial consultation through trial if necessary.
Growing up in a blue collar family, Managing Attorney Marc Matthews was the first person in his family to go to college, let alone law school. He saw firsthand the value of hard work. And he learned from an early age that the benefits that others might have had handed to them - whether it was money, opportunity, or connections - would never beat relentless hard work. Financial resources can diminish; opportunities can be wasted; and connections can be lost. But a relentless drive to succeed, particularly on behalf of others, will always flourish. Mr. Matthews believes that "it is impossible to beat someone who never gives up." The Matthews Injury Law Team takes that philosophy into the work we do every day on behalf our clients.
Every personal injury claim is different, and our team of injury lawyers knows how to develop a strategy for the best possible results in each individual case. We identify all sources of compensation from all liable parties and will not stop until you receive the settlement or award you deserve.
Insurance companies will not volunteer to pay you everything you deserve. Sometimes, it is necessary to take your case to court to ensure you receive justice, and you want the right attorney representing you. Our team fights for the full range of damages our clients are entitled to, including:
- Medical Bills
- Lost Wages
- Future Medical Expenses
- Future Lost Earning Ability
- Out-of-Pocket Expenses
- Pain and Suffering
- Mental Trauma
- Permanent Disability
- Permanent Disfigurement
- Punitive Damages
- Wrongful Death
- Survivor Damages
When another party caused your injuries, they should be held responsible for covering all of your losses. We take on negligent drivers, corporations, and insurance companies, both in and out of court. If someone acted in an egregious or intentional manner that led to your injuries, we will not hesitate to fight for punitive damages in front of the jury.
If you want a law firm that will not back down and will relentlessly see your case through to the best possible results, you want Matthews Injury Law.
Main Office
1228 E 7th Avenue
Suite 200
Tampa , FL 33605
(813) 530-1000
Free Initial Consultation
We only get paid if we recover money for you.
9-5:30
Sandy Moreno
Yes
English, Spanish
-
Pinellas Office
13630 58th St. N
Suite 100
Clearwater, FL 33760
Matthews Injury Law employs a team of personal injury lawyers who have recovered millions in verdicts and settlements for car accident victims. We treat every case like it is our only case.
Around six million Americans get into auto accidents each year. Some car accidents result only in property or vehicle damage. However, other accidents resulting in serious injury or even death create life-altering situations for the drivers, passengers, or pedestrians involved, as well as their families. According to the National Safety Council, roughly 40,000 people die each year in motor vehicle accidents, and 4.6 million roadway users become injured enough to require medical attention at an estimated cost to society of $432 billion annually.
If you or a loved one gets into a car accident, your first priority will be to address any injuries and follow-up on medical treatment, as well as work with your insurance company to get the vehicle repaired. In addition, make sure to seek the help of an experienced auto accident attorney so you can pursue any compensation to which you are entitled. Matthews Injury Law employs a team of personal injury lawyers who have recovered millions in verdicts and settlements for car accident victims. Please visit our Results page, and then call to find out how we can help you and your family.
Auto Accident Settlements and Verdicts Weâve Won
Below are just a few of the personal injury verdicts and settlements* we have won for our clients, primarily in the Tampa metro area, as well as Pinellas, Hillsborough, Polk, and Sarasota counties.
-Spinal Cord Injury (Motor Vehicle Crash) - $19,300,000 Verdict
-Wrongful Death (Truck Crash), $11,000,000 - Verdict
-Traumatic Brain Injury (Motor Vehicle Crash) - $16,400,000 Verdict
-Shoulder and Low Back Injuries (Car Accident) - $4,300,000 Verdict
When an accident results in the death of a loved one, it is devastating for everyone. Our attorneys have been handling wrongful death cases throughout the State and the Nation for more than two decades. We know how to get your family through.
When a catastrophic accident causes the death of a loved one, family and friends are left picking up the pieces and trying to make sense of the situation. If a person dies due to an event caused by another partyâs negligence, survivors of the deceased may have a right to seek damages through a wrongful death claim. In these cases, it must be proven that the person or entity the wrongful death claim is brought against (the defendant) was responsible for the fatal accident. Itâs important to know how to file a wrongful death claim and who can collect wrongful death damages based on Florida law. The wrongful death attorneys at Matthews Injury Law have helped victimsâ families recover damages in verdicts or settlements. Contact us for a consultation today.
Wrongful Death Verdicts Weâve Won
-Wrongful Death, Spinal Cord Injury, Truck / Work Zone Crash â $11,000,000 (Verdict)
-Wrongful Death, Negligent Care of Incapacitated Individual â $5,000,000 (Verdict)
-Wrongful Death, Motorcycle Crash â $2,456,575 (Verdict)
-Wrongful Death, Premises Liability â $1,500,000 (Settlement)
Our Firm Philosophy is straightforward: we will never be outworked in seeking the justice that our clients deserve. Every case has a Team of lawyers and paralegals reviewing and strategizing every step of the way, from the initial consultation through trial if necessary.
Growing up in a blue collar family, Managing Attorney Marc Matthews was the first person in his family to go to college, let alone law school. He saw firsthand the value of hard work. And he learned from an early age that the benefits that others might have had handed to them - whether it was money, opportunity, or connections - would never beat relentless hard work. Financial resources can diminish; opportunities can be wasted; and connections can be lost. But a relentless drive to succeed, particularly on behalf of others, will always flourish. Mr. Matthews believes that "it is impossible to beat someone who never gives up." The Matthews Injury Law Team takes that philosophy into the work we do every day on behalf our clients.
Mr. Matthews spent several years working in the trial departments of some of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the U.S., including Holland & Knight, LLP and DLA Piper US LLP, representing companies in cases involving truck crashes, catastrophic injury and product liability, and business disputes.
Relying on that experience, Mr. Matthews joined forces with one of the preeminent plaintiffs’ firms in the State of Florida, prosecuting catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims through verdict. In 2013 alone, he obtained two verdicts* in excess of ten million dollars. Always striving to passionately represent his clients in seeking to maximize their recovery, Mr. Matthews formed Matthews Injury Law in 2014. In 2018, Mr. Matthews obtained one of the Top 10 Car Accident Verdicts* in the State of Florida.
Born in Bradenton and raised in Pinellas County, Mr. Matthews attended the University of Central Florida on an academic scholarship before graduating from the University of Florida College of Law with honors. Since law school, Mr. Matthews has lived and practiced law in Orlando, West Palm Beach and Tampa, Florida. Mr. Matthews previously served as a member of the national trial counsel team for an international Fortune 100 trucking company. His experience includes litigating cases throughout the State of Florida and the nation involving catastrophic trucking accidents, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, tire blowouts/rollovers, wrongful death, product liability claims, and commercial actions.
In recognition of his legal skills and ethical standards, Mr. Matthews received an AV Preeminent Rating – the highest rating given to lawyers – from Martindale Hubbell. Martindale Hubbell has been a reliable source for over 130 years for those seeking experts in the legal industry.
Mr. Matthews is admitted to practice in all of the state and federal courts throughout Florida. He has appeared in the Northern, Middle, and Southern District Courts of Florida in cases ranging from multi-million dollar business disputes to multi-million dollar insurance claims. And he has tried cases ranging from wrongful death to motor vehicle accidents to real estate property claims to breach of contract disputes. Mr. Matthews has taken cases to trial in jurisdictions ranging from Walton County to Hillsborough County to Manatee County to Orange County to Miami-Dade County. And in seeking to fully represent his clients’ best interests in pursuing the justice they deserve, Mr. Matthews has also prosecuted cases through appeal when necessary.
Mr. Matthews is a 2009 graduate of Leadership Tampa Bay. In an effort to stay involved in his community outside of work, Mr. Matthews serves on the Board of Directors of three charitable foundations – Palma Ceia Little League, Vincent Jackson’s Jackson in Action 83 Foundation, which supports military children and families, and The Ryan Nece Foundation, which strives to empower student leaders to impact giving in their communities. Mr. Matthews is the Chairman of the Board of the Ryan Nece Foundation. Mr. Matthews also supports the Sidewalk Stompers, a nonprofit committed to providing safe crosswalks and sidewalks for children trying to get to school safely.
(*Verdicts are before deductions for attorneys’ fees, expenses, and comparative negligence, if any. As each case must be litigated on its own facts, past results are not indicative of future outcomes).
Awards & Distinctions
-AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
-Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
-Top 10 Trucking Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
-Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
-Florida Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine
-Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America, National Advisory Board Member
-Superb (10.0) Avvo Rating
-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Life Member
-Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Life Member
-Top Personal Injury Lawyer, TAMPA Magazine
-Top Lawyers in Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay Magazine
Publications & Presentations
-Invited Speaker at the Florida Justice Association’s Hell on the Highways Seminar: Motivating the Trucking Carrier to Settle, December 2013
-Invited Speaker at the Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association’s (TBTLA) Trucking Law Seminar
-Invited Speaker at the National Business Institute (NBI) Seminar Truck Accident Litigation 101: Medicare Set-Aside, Negotiation and Trial Tips
-Invited Speaker at American Association for Justice (AAJ) Annual Convention: Trucking Litigation Group, How to Maximize Case Value
-Invited Speaker at the Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America (APITLA) Super Summit: How to Bullet Proof Your Trucking Case for Trial
-FJA Journal, Article: Tales from the Defense – The Rise of the Negligent Selection and Hiring Claim
Matthews Injury Law is Of Counsel with the firm McIntyre Thanasides Bringgold Elliott Grimaldi & Guito, PA
Bar Number: 711098
Florida, 2004
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science, Pre-Law, 2000
University of Florida
Juris Doctorate (Law), 2003
Mr. Matthews spent several years working in the trial departments of some of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the U.S., including Holland & Knight, LLP and DLA Piper US LLP, representing companies in cases involving truck crashes, catastrophic injury and product liability, and business disputes.
Relying on that experience, Mr. Matthews joined forces with one of the preeminent plaintiffs’ firms in the State of Florida, prosecuting catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims through verdict. In 2013 alone, he obtained two verdicts* in excess of ten million dollars. Always striving to passionately represent his clients in seeking to maximize their recovery, Mr. Matthews formed Matthews Injury Law in 2014. In 2018, Mr. Matthews obtained one of the Top 10 Car Accident Verdicts* in the State of Florida.
Born in Bradenton and raised in Pinellas County, Mr. Matthews attended the University of Central Florida on an academic scholarship before graduating from the University of Florida College of Law with honors. Since law school, Mr. Matthews has lived and practiced law in Orlando, West Palm Beach and Tampa, Florida. Mr. Matthews previously served as a member of the national trial counsel team for an international Fortune 100 trucking company. His experience includes litigating cases throughout the State of Florida and the nation involving catastrophic trucking accidents, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, tire blowouts/rollovers, wrongful death, product liability claims, and commercial actions.
In recognition of his legal skills and ethical standards, Mr. Matthews received an AV Preeminent Rating – the highest rating given to lawyers – from Martindale Hubbell. Martindale Hubbell has been a reliable source for over 130 years for those seeking experts in the legal industry.
Mr. Matthews is admitted to practice in all of the state and federal courts throughout Florida. He has appeared in the Northern, Middle, and Southern District Courts of Florida in cases ranging from multi-million dollar business disputes to multi-million dollar insurance claims. And he has tried cases ranging from wrongful death to motor vehicle accidents to real estate property claims to breach of contract disputes. Mr. Matthews has taken cases to trial in jurisdictions ranging from Walton County to Hillsborough County to Manatee County to Orange County to Miami-Dade County. And in seeking to fully represent his clients’ best interests in pursuing the justice they deserve, Mr. Matthews has also prosecuted cases through appeal when necessary.
Mr. Matthews is a 2009 graduate of Leadership Tampa Bay. In an effort to stay involved in his community outside of work, Mr. Matthews serves on the Board of Directors of three charitable foundations – Palma Ceia Little League, Vincent Jackson’s Jackson in Action 83 Foundation, which supports military children and families, and The Ryan Nece Foundation, which strives to empower student leaders to impact giving in their communities. Mr. Matthews is the Chairman of the Board of the Ryan Nece Foundation. Mr. Matthews also supports the Sidewalk Stompers, a nonprofit committed to providing safe crosswalks and sidewalks for children trying to get to school safely.
(*Verdicts are before deductions for attorneys’ fees, expenses, and comparative negligence, if any. As each case must be litigated on its own facts, past results are not indicative of future outcomes).
Awards & Distinctions
-AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
-Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
-Top 10 Trucking Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
-Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
-Florida Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine
-Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America, National Advisory Board Member
-Superb (10.0) Avvo Rating
-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Life Member
-Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Life Member
-Top Personal Injury Lawyer, TAMPA Magazine
-Top Lawyers in Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay Magazine
Publications & Presentations
-Invited Speaker at the Florida Justice Association’s Hell on the Highways Seminar: Motivating the Trucking Carrier to Settle, December 2013
-Invited Speaker at the Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association’s (TBTLA) Trucking Law Seminar
-Invited Speaker at the National Business Institute (NBI) Seminar Truck Accident Litigation 101: Medicare Set-Aside, Negotiation and Trial Tips
-Invited Speaker at American Association for Justice (AAJ) Annual Convention: Trucking Litigation Group, How to Maximize Case Value
-Invited Speaker at the Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America (APITLA) Super Summit: How to Bullet Proof Your Trucking Case for Trial
-FJA Journal, Article: Tales from the Defense – The Rise of the Negligent Selection and Hiring Claim
Matthews Injury Law is Of Counsel with the firm McIntyre Thanasides Bringgold Elliott Grimaldi & Guito, PA
Bar Number: 711098
Florida, 2004
University of Central Florida Bachelor of Science, Pre-Law, 2000
University of Florida Juris Doctorate (Law), 2003
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