Legally Reviewed by Frank P. Marsalisi on August 11, 2026
Largo drivers, riders, and pedestrians share some of Pinellas County's busiest corridors every day. East Bay Drive, Ulmerton Road, and West Bay Drive carry heavy commuter and tourist traffic, and collisions along these roads regularly send residents to area hospitals for emergency neurological evaluation. Nationally, falls and motor vehicle crashes together account for the large majority of traumatic brain injury (TBI) hospitalizations, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Behind every one of those figures is a real family facing medical bills, lost income, and an uncertain recovery.
At Marsalisi Law, attorney Frank P. Marsalisi has built his practice around traffic-related personal injury claims for clients throughout Largo and the greater Pinellas County area, including traumatic brain injury cases. Every client receives the direct attention of attorney Frank P. Marsalisi, who understands that a serious head injury can turn a family's life upside down in an instant. If you or a family member has suffered a traumatic brain injury because of another party's negligence, contact our Largo personal injury lawyer today to learn what your case may be worth.
⚠ TIME-SENSITIVE — FLORIDA LAW LIMITS YOUR WINDOW TO FILE
Florida's statute of limitations for most brain injury claims is two years from the date of the injury.
Marsalisi Law handles Largo brain injury cases on a contingency fee basis — no legal fees unless we recover monetary compensation on your behalf. Attorney Frank P. Marsalisi provides every client with direct, personal attention from the first consultation through the resolution of the case.
How Florida Brain Injury Claims Work
A traumatic brain injury claim moves through the same legal framework that governs other Largo personal injury cases, but the long-term and sometimes unpredictable nature of TBI recovery makes the deadlines and fault rules below especially important to understand early.
⏱ FLORIDA BRAIN INJURY FILING DEADLINES — LARGO
| Claim Type | Filing Deadline |
| Brain injury — accident on or after March 24, 2023 | 2 years from date of injury |
| Brain injury — accident before March 24, 2023 | Consult an attorney — transition rules apply |
| Wrongful death claim | 2 years from date of death |
Under Florida Statute § 95.11(3)(a), most brain injury victims in Largo have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit in Florida civil court. This deadline was reduced from four years under HB 837, which took effect on March 24, 2023. Many accident victims are still operating under the mistaken belief that the older four-year window applies to their claim. For any accident occurring after the effective date, that assumption is incorrect and could permanently extinguish your right to recover monetary compensation.
Wrongful death claims follow a separate but equally strict deadline. Under Florida Statute § 768.19, the personal representative of the deceased person's estate generally has two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death action. Two years may seem like ample time, but TBI cases often require extended medical monitoring before the full extent of an injury — and the damages that follow it — can be documented. Waiting to speak with a lawyer can limit your options well before the filing deadline actually arrives.
How Florida's Modified Comparative Fault Rule Affects Your Brain Injury Claim
HB 837 also changed how fault is allocated in Florida personal injury cases. Florida now follows a modified comparative fault standard, replacing the previous pure comparative negligence rule. Under the modified standard, your right to recover monetary compensation depends entirely on your share of fault in the accident. Because brain injury damages tend to be significant, insurance adjusters have a strong financial incentive to push a victim's fault share above 50 percent.
0% to 49% At Fault — You May Recover
Your monetary compensation is reduced, not eliminated.
Your award is reduced proportionally by your share of fault. Partial responsibility does not bar your claim — it reduces it.
50% or More At Fault — Recovery Barred
You cannot recover any monetary compensation.
Reaching or exceeding 50 percent of fault extinguishes your right to recover entirely under HB 837 — regardless of how severe your injuries are. A Largo brain injury lawyer can help counter inflated fault arguments before an insurer's account of events becomes the only version on record.
Common Causes of Brain Injury in Largo
Traumatic brain injuries can occur in a wide range of accident scenarios throughout Largo and the surrounding Pinellas County area. Each of these case types carries its own legal considerations, and identifying every liable party often requires a careful review of the accident, the property or vehicle involved, and any applicable insurance coverage.
Car Accidents on Largo's Busiest Corridors
East Bay Drive, Ulmerton Road, and West Bay Drive see a steady volume of rear-end, turning, and T-bone collisions where impact forces are capable of producing serious head trauma even at moderate speeds. If a car accident caused your brain injury, our Largo car accident page provides detailed information about these claims.
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle riders are among the most vulnerable users of Largo's roadways, and motorcycle accident injuries frequently include traumatic brain injuries alongside spinal cord damage and complex bone fractures. Marsalisi Law handles motorcycle accident claims for Largo riders who have been seriously injured through no fault of their own.
Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians face serious head-injury risk when a driver fails to yield at a marked crosswalk, runs a red light, or is distracted or impaired behind the wheel. Marsalisi Law pursues full monetary compensation for Largo pedestrian accident victims who have suffered a brain injury.
Falls and Premises Hazards
Falls remain one of the most common causes of TBI nationally, and unsafe walkways, wet floors, and poorly maintained stairways on Largo properties can lead to a fall serious enough to cause a concussion or more severe brain injury.
Sports and Recreational Impacts
Recreational and sports-related impacts, including contact at local fields, courts, and recreational facilities, can produce concussions and more severe head trauma, particularly when proper supervision or safety equipment was lacking.
Workplace Accidents
Falling objects, machinery incidents, and falls from height on the job can all result in a traumatic brain injury. Workplace brain injury claims may involve workers' compensation, a third-party liability claim, or both, depending on the circumstances.
If the accident that caused your brain injury is not listed above, contact our office for a free consultation, since Frank P. Marsalisi reviews all potential cases directly.
Types of Traumatic Brain Injury
Brain injuries range widely in severity, and the classification of an injury can significantly affect both a victim's treatment plan and the damages available in a claim.
| Severity | General Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Mild TBI / Concussion | Brief disorientation, headache, or dizziness; symptoms often resolve but can persist or worsen without proper monitoring. |
| Moderate TBI | Longer periods of confusion or loss of consciousness, often requiring hospitalization and extended monitoring. |
| Severe TBI | Extended loss of consciousness, significant cognitive or physical impairment, and potential need for long-term or permanent care. |
A critical feature of traumatic brain injury is that symptoms do not always appear immediately. Headaches, memory problems, mood changes, and cognitive difficulties can emerge or worsen over hours, days, or even weeks after the initial accident. Because of this delayed-onset pattern, anyone involved in an accident in Largo should seek medical evaluation promptly, even if they feel fine at the scene, both for their health and to help preserve the medical documentation a future claim may depend on.
Damages Available to Largo Brain Injury Victims
The monetary compensation available in a Largo brain injury claim falls into two primary categories. Economic damages represent verifiable financial losses that can be documented and quantified. Non-economic damages address the broader impact of an injury on a person's daily life and long-term wellbeing. In cases involving especially reckless or willful misconduct, a court may also award punitive damages, though these are reserved for conduct that goes beyond ordinary negligence.
| Economic Damages | Non-Economic Damages |
|---|---|
| Past and future medical expenses, including emergency and neurological care | Pain and suffering |
| Cognitive and physical rehabilitation costs | Emotional distress |
| Lost wages and reduced earning capacity | Loss of enjoyment of life |
| Long-term or permanent care costs | Permanent cognitive or physical impairment |
| Property damage | Loss of companionship (wrongful death cases) |
When a brain injury results in death, surviving family members may also pursue monetary compensation through a wrongful death claim under Florida's Wrongful Death Act, within the two-year deadline described above. Marsalisi Law evaluates every category of damages before advising clients on any settlement offer, since accepting a settlement before the full extent of a brain injury is known can permanently limit the monetary compensation a victim is owed.
How Frank P. Marsalisi Approaches Your Brain Injury Case
Frank P. Marsalisi works on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you pay no attorney fees unless and until he recovers monetary compensation for you. There is generally no upfront cost, and if we do not recover, you do not pay. Frank investigates the cause of the accident, works with your medical providers to document the full extent of your injury, identifies every potentially liable party, and handles communications with insurance adjusters on your behalf. Because TBI symptoms can worsen or change over time, Frank also helps clients account for the cost of future rehabilitation, cognitive therapy, and long-term care when pursuing monetary compensation.
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome in any future case, as every case is different and is evaluated on its own facts.
Why Largo Residents Choose Marsalisi Law
Choosing the right brain injury lawyer after an accident in Largo is one of the most consequential decisions you will make during an already difficult time. Attorney Frank P. Marsalisi has dedicated his legal practice to traffic-related and premises-related personal injury claims for clients in Largo and throughout Pinellas County, providing the focused attention that serious brain injury cases demand. You can learn more about his background and approach on the About Us page.
Direct Attorney Attention
Every client works directly with attorney Frank P. Marsalisi from the first consultation — not a case manager or paralegal.
No Fee Unless You Win
Marsalisi Law handles brain injury claims on a contingency fee basis. You pay no legal fees unless we recover monetary compensation on your behalf.
Familiarity With Largo Roadways
Frank regularly represents injured residents throughout Largo and Pinellas County, giving him familiarity with the accidents that most often lead to serious head trauma locally.
Guidance for Families
In cases where a brain injury proves fatal, Marsalisi Law can also help guide families through a wrongful death claim with care and diligence.
If you or a family member has suffered a traumatic brain injury anywhere in Largo or the surrounding Pinellas County communities, use our contact form to request a free consultation. Attorney Frank P. Marsalisi will review your case personally and explain your legal options at no cost to you.
Frequently Asked Questions — Largo Brain Injury Claims
Contact Marsalisi Law for a Free Consultation
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