Gomez and Touger, P.A.

How to contact the firm

• Main phone number: 813-876-6622.
• Phones are answered by a live person 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• The firm offers a free consultation for potential clients.

Attorney contact emails

• Guillermo E. Gomez Jr. – ggomez@gotofloridalaw.com
• Joseph M. Touger – jtouger@gotofloridalaw.com
• Michael Hrdlicka – mhrdlicka@gotofloridalaw.com

Languages

• Spanish-speaking attorneys are available ("Los Abogados Hablan Español").
• The firm notes that its attorneys speak multiple languages to support effective communication with clients.

• Attorneys previously served as state prosecutors, so they understand how prosecutors assemble and pursue criminal cases.
• This experience is used to identify weaknesses in the prosecution's case and to develop effective defense strategies.

Investigation and experts

• The firm conducts careful review of the evidence and an independent investigation of each case.
• They work with investigators and experts in:
• Forensics
• DNA
• Accident reconstruction
• Autopsies
• They also review police procedures and, when appropriate, file motions to suppress evidence or dismiss charges based on constitutional issues.

Depositions and pretrial strategy

• Florida law allows pretrial depositions in criminal cases.
• The firm takes extensive depositions to work through all of the evidence and issues in the case.
• Thorough pretrial work can sometimes resolve cases without going to trial.

Trial representation and plea decisions

• The attorneys are experienced trial lawyers prepared to go to trial when that is in the client's best interests.
• They present cases to judges and juries and discuss with clients the risks and benefits of:
• Negotiating a plea agreement, versus
• Proceeding to trial.
• The firm can make recommendations, but the final decision is always the client's.

The firm represents adults, juveniles, businesses, employees, and out-of-state visitors charged with crimes, including:

• White collar crimes: identity theft, embezzlement, insurance fraud, RICO violations.
• Drug crimes: possession, distribution and trafficking.
• Violent crimes: homicide, manslaughter, assault, domestic violence.
• Sex offenses: sexual battery and internet sex crimes.
• DUI / DWI: first-time charges and repeat offenses.

Additional criminal matters

The firm also represents clients in related criminal proceedings and post-judgment matters, including:

• Probation violation cases.
• Sealing and expungement procedures.
• Bond hearings.
• Appeals and post-conviction matters.

Where criminal defense services are provided

• Cases are handled in Florida state and federal courts.
• The firm serves clients in the Tampa Bay Area and Polk County.

• The firm aggressively represents auto crash victims.
• It handles work accidents and other injury-related financial recovery claims.

Experience and results

• Representing auto crash victims since 2001.
• More than 5,000 cases handled.
• Millions of dollars in financial recoveries obtained for clients.

Help with vehicle damage and insurance

• Attorneys help clients pursue payment for:
• Repairing a damaged vehicle, or
• Totaling out (declaring a total loss) the vehicle.
• Depending on the insurance policies involved, either the at-fault driver's insurer or the client's own insurance company may be responsible for vehicle repair or total loss payment.

Building and valuing personal injury claims

• If you are injured in a car crash, you may seek monetary damages from the driver who caused the crash.
• The firm assists clients from the beginning of the case, helping ensure the case is properly valued.

Compensation for injuries and losses

• The firm seeks financial recovery for injuries from the at-fault insurance company.
• Personal injury claims can include:
• Medical expenses
• Lost wages and related financial losses (as permitted by applicable insurance policies and law)

Florida personal injury protection (PIP) benefits

• Under Florida law, insurance carriers are required to provide up to $10,000 in:
• Medical bill compensation, and
• Lost wage compensation.
• The firm helps ensure insurance carriers comply with Florida law and that clients receive the benefits available under their coverage.

Impact on families

• The firm recognizes that when a person is injured, their family is also affected.
• Representation is aimed at securing compensation and benefits that help support the client and their family.

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