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Collier & Associates Law Offices Collier & Associates was founded by personal injury lawyer, Robert Collier to fight for clients because it is the right thing to do. Fla. Se Habla Espanol.

Our lawyers successfully serve people across So. representing individuals in areas of Personal Injury & Business Law. At Collier & Associates Law Offices the driving purpose of our personal injury lawyers is protecting the rights of the injured. Our attorneys are skilled advocates for people who have been injured in medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, auto accidents, slip and falls, and other injuries due to negligence. With law offices in Plantation, we serve people throughout South Florida. Collier & Associates' team of experienced attorneys has successfully represented individuals in cases in the areas of Personal Injury Law and Business Law. Our main goal is to help our clients obtain maximum compensation for the losses they have suffered. Dealing with an insurance company is a daunting prospect, but it is not something you have to face on your own. We deal with insurance companies on a routine basis and can handle all negotiations and legal proceedings on your behalf. To arrange a free initial consultation with an experienced personal injury lawyer in South Florida, contact our law firm online or by telephone at (954) 452-9500. SPECIALTIES
Areas of Practice:
• Nursing Home Abuse
• Medical Malpractice
• Motor Vehicle Accidents
• Truck Accidents
• Slip and Falls
• Trip and Falls
• Wrongful Death. HISTORY
Established in 2000
Collier & Associates was founded by personal injury lawyer, Robert Collier with the goal of fighting for clients because it is the right thing to do. With over thirty (30) years of practicing law in Florida, Robert Collier is experienced in both the state and federal court. He is adept at navigating the complexities of litigation in Florida courts. Robert Collier is committed to providing comprehensive legal representation and achieving favorable outcomes for his clients at every stage of the legal process. He strongly believes victims simply cannot afford to face another injustice in the legal system. “We are here to make sure that does not happen.”

One thing that doesn't get talked about enough: litigation is expensive, and that's true for the attorney too. đź“‹I've put...
09/11/2026

One thing that doesn't get talked about enough: litigation is expensive, and that's true for the attorney too. đź“‹

I've put $75,000 into a case that ended in a defense verdict. That's the nature of this work. When I take a case, I'm not just lending my name to it. I'm betting on it.

That's part of why I'm selective. It's not that I'm turning away people who need help. It's that when I commit to a case, I'm fully in, and that commitment has to go both directions.

If I take your case, it's because I looked at everything and decided it was worth that investment. That's a different kind of accountability than a billboard promise.

Most people assume that if malpractice clearly happened, a case moves forward. That's not always true.The cost of gettin...
09/11/2026

Most people assume that if malpractice clearly happened, a case moves forward. That's not always true.

The cost of getting a medical malpractice case to trial in Florida can run $25,000 to $50,000 or more, and that's before a verdict. If the damages don't justify that cost, the math doesn't work, no matter how clear the mistake was.

That's one of the hardest conversations I have. But I'd rather have it early than string someone along for months.

If an insurance adjuster calls after your accident, here's how to protect yourself:1. Be polite, but don't agree to a re...
09/09/2026

If an insurance adjuster calls after your accident, here's how to protect yourself:

1. Be polite, but don't agree to a recorded statement without speaking to an attorney first.
2. Stick to basic facts: date, location, your name. Avoid speculating about fault.
3. Watch for leading questions. Phrases like 'You didn't really feel hurt right away, did you?' are designed to get a specific answer.
4. Write down the adjuster's name, company, and what was said as soon as you hang up.

Adjusters are professionals. This is their job every day. You're dealing with it once, hopefully. That imbalance is real, and it matters.

Nursing home falls don't always look like neglect from the outside. But the question worth asking is: what was in place ...
09/09/2026

Nursing home falls don't always look like neglect from the outside. But the question worth asking is: what was in place to prevent this?

Was the patient flagged as a fall risk? Was the call light within reach? Was staff checking in at the required intervals?

The answers to those questions live in the facility's records. And those records are what actually tell the story.

If a loved one has fallen in a nursing home, don't wait for the facility to explain it away. Get the documentation.

Something I don't think people expect when they work with me: the attorney calls back. Not a case coordinator. Not an in...
09/07/2026

Something I don't think people expect when they work with me: the attorney calls back. Not a case coordinator. Not an intake specialist. Me.

Larger firms run on volume. That's not a criticism, it's just how the model works. When you've got hundreds of open files, you need a system. That system usually means the attorney becomes hard to reach.

I take fewer cases on purpose. When I take yours, it's because I believe in it. And if you call with a question, you can expect to hear from me within 24 hours.

Some people want the biggest name on the door. I get that. But some people just want to be able to talk to their attorney.

Traffic patterns in South Florida have changed a lot over the years. One of the biggest shifts I've seen: rideshare vehi...
09/07/2026

Traffic patterns in South Florida have changed a lot over the years. One of the biggest shifts I've seen: rideshare vehicles are everywhere now, and most passengers have no idea what coverage actually applies to them if something goes wrong.

Florida law governs rideshare coverage based on the driver's status at the time of the crash. Three different statuses, three different coverage scenarios. Most riders don't know any of that until they're already in a bad situation.

The best time to understand this is before you need it.

When I get a medical malpractice inquiry, here's what actually happens before anything moves forward.I get the records. ...
09/05/2026

When I get a medical malpractice inquiry, here's what actually happens before anything moves forward.

I get the records. That can take anywhere from 48 hours to two months depending on the facility. Then I review them. If there's something there, they go to an independent medical expert for a signed opinion.

Only after that does any pre-suit notice go out, and the defense then has 90 days to respond. They deny the claim almost every time, even in cases where the facts are clear.

I'm telling you this because most people don't know any of it exists. They think you call an attorney and something happens quickly. The reality is the opposite, and I'd rather you know that from the start.

Here's what happens after you call a personal injury attorney in Florida, at least on the medical malpractice side:1. We...
09/05/2026

Here's what happens after you call a personal injury attorney in Florida, at least on the medical malpractice side:

1. We request your medical records. That process alone can take anywhere from 48 hours to two months depending on the provider.
2. I review them to decide if an expert evaluation is even warranted.
3. If it is, a qualified expert reviews the records and provides a signed affidavit.
4. A pre-suit notice goes out under Chapter 766.
5. The defense has 90 days to respond.
6. They deny the claim 98 to 99 percent of the time, even in clear-cut cases.
7. Mediation is required before the case goes to trial.

That's the process. It takes time, it costs money, and there are no shortcuts. Understanding that upfront is part of how I try to work with people honestly.

South Florida traffic has changed a lot over the years. One of the biggest shifts: rideshare is everywhere now.We may be...
09/03/2026

South Florida traffic has changed a lot over the years. One of the biggest shifts: rideshare is everywhere now.

We may be one of the last generations where getting a driver's license felt like a rite of passage. For a lot of younger people, calling a rideshare is just faster than dealing with parking.

That's not a judgment. But it does mean more people are putting their safety in the hands of a driver they know nothing about. Rideshare companies do screening, but screening has limits.

Knowing what coverage applies before you need it, including your own uninsured motorist policy, is a lot more useful than figuring it out after an accident.

One thing worth knowing about rideshare accidents in Florida: your own uninsured motorist coverage can be one of your mo...
09/03/2026

One thing worth knowing about rideshare accidents in Florida: your own uninsured motorist coverage can be one of your most important protections.

People assume the rideshare company's policy will take care of everything. Sometimes it does. But coverage depends on exactly what the driver was doing at the moment of the crash, and those details matter a lot under Florida law.

If you're in a rideshare regularly, take a look at your own UM coverage before you need it.

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7390 NW 5th Street, Suite 10
Plantation, FL
33317

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5am
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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