I Want to Hire Wolfson & Leon in Hialeah: What Happens When I Call?
When you call Wolfson & Leon at 305-965-3766, a real person answers around the clock, not a voicemail. Within that first call, the firm gathers enough details about your accident to set up a free consultation, which can happen at the Hialeah office at 1840 W 49th St #734, at your home, or at your hospital bedside. You pay nothing upfront and owe no attorney fee at all unless the firm makes a financial recovery for you.
When you call Wolfson & Leon at 305-965-3766, a real person answers, not a recording or an automated menu. The phone line is answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and that first call is just to learn what happened so they can set up your free consultation. You are not signing up for anything by calling. There is no fee unless the firm recovers money for you.
When you call 305-965-3766, who actually picks up?
A live person answers the phone at all hours, every day of the week. The call is confidential and carries no obligation. You are not required to hire the firm just because you called, and you will not be pressured to file a claim before you are ready. The purpose of the call is to gather basic facts so the firm can determine whether a free consultation makes sense for your situation. This is not a voicemail system where you leave a message and wait. You speak directly to someone who can help schedule your meeting in Hialeah, at your home, or even at your hospital bed.
What will they ask you on that first call?
You may be asked to describe what happened in the accident, when and where it occurred, what injuries you have, and what insurance policies are involved. These questions help the firm understand whether Florida law allows a claim and how urgent the next steps are. The team needs this information to prepare for your free consultation, not to make a judgment about your case. Spanish speakers can request to speak in Spanish; the firm’s attorneys and staff speak Spanish.
Where does the free consultation happen, and do you have to come to the office?
The consultation can happen wherever you are: at the Hialeah office at 1840 W 49th St #734, at your home in Hialeah, Hialeah Gardens, Miami Lakes, or Medley, or at your bedside in Hialeah Hospital or Palmetto General. Being hospitalized or unable to drive does not delay your access to legal advice. The consultation costs nothing and comes with no pressure to move forward. It is a chance to ask questions, understand your rights under Florida law, and decide whether to hire a lawyer. Many callers worry that hiring a lawyer means more bills right away, but this meeting is free, in English or Spanish, and you owe nothing if you choose not to proceed.
What does the fee agreement actually say, and what does it cost you to start?
Wolfson & Leon works on contingency. That means you pay no attorney fee unless the firm recovers money for you. The exact percentage is written into the agreement you sign, and it only applies if there is a settlement or verdict. The firm also advances case costs like filing fees, medical records, and expert reports. Ask how those costs are handled if there is no recovery. Do not assume the lawyer’s percentage is the only deduction from your final check. Medical providers and insurers may place liens on your recovery, and case costs may be repaid from the total. Ask about all of this during your free consultation, the written agreement will spell it out clearly.
After you sign, what does the lawyer handle and what do you keep doing?
Once you sign the agreement, the firm generally takes over communication with insurance companies, pulls the police report (which is accessible to lawyers even during Florida’s 60-day crash report confidentiality window under Fla. Stat. § 316.066), secures evidence like dashcam footage or traffic cam video, and handles settlement demands. You continue your medical treatment, save receipts for out-of-pocket costs like prescriptions or crutches, avoid posting about your injuries or daily life on social media, and do not give recorded statements to adjusters without your lawyer present. Bilingual staff can help guide clients through the process in Spanish or English.
Two deadlines that can end your case before it starts
Florida law gives you just 14 days after a crash to get medical treatment or your own PIP insurer can deny coverage entirely [Fla. Stat. § 627.736(1)(a)]. PIP pays 80 percent of reasonable medical bills and 60 percent of lost income, up to $10,000 if a doctor diagnoses an emergency medical condition. It pays from your own auto policy first, not the other driver’s, regardless of fault. Missing that 14-day window shuts off this benefit permanently. Separately, for crashes on or after March 24, 2023, you have two years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit against the at-fault driver [Fla. Stat. § 95.11]. Florida’s no-fault system does not block all claims against the other driver. If you suffer a permanent injury, significant scarring, or permanent loss of a bodily function, you may pursue pain and suffering damages under [Fla. Stat. § 627.737(2)].
Frequently asked questions
Does calling a personal injury lawyer commit me to hiring them?
No. Calling Wolfson & Leon for information creates no obligation. The first call and the consultation are free and confidential. You decide later whether to move forward.
I’m in the hospital right now. Can a lawyer still come to me?
Yes. The firm meets clients at Hialeah Hospital and Palmetto General. Location or medical condition does not prevent you from getting legal help.
My injuries seem minor, broken bones, no. Is it even worth calling a lawyer?
Even “minor” injuries can lead to long-term problems or hidden costs. Florida’s 14-day PIP rule and the two-year lawsuit deadline apply regardless of how you feel today. A free consultation can clarify whether you have a viable claim.
I only speak Spanish. Can I still use this office?
Yes. Attorneys and staff at Wolfson & Leon are fluent in Spanish. All communications, documents, and consultations can be handled in Spanish.
What happens if I miss the 14-day window to see a doctor after my crash?
Your PIP insurer can deny all benefits, even though you paid premiums for that coverage. There is no grace period. If you have not seen a medical provider within 14 days, contact the firm immediately to discuss options.
Hurt in an accident in Hialeah? Call Wolfson & Leon at 305-965-3766 for a free consultation. We speak Spanish, and there is no fee unless we win.
Key facts
- Florida law requires you to seek medical treatment within 14 days of a crash or your PIP insurer can deny the claim entirely. Source: Fla. Stat. § 627.736(1)(a)
- The deadline to file a personal injury lawsuit in Florida for accidents on or after March 24, 2023 is two years from the date of injury. Source: Fla. Stat. § 95.11
- PIP pays 80 percent of reasonable and necessary medical expenses and 60 percent of lost income, up to $10,000 when an emergency medical condition is found, regardless of who caused the crash. Source: Fla. Stat. § 627.736(1)(a)
- Florida crash reports are confidential for 60 days after they are filed, except to the parties involved, their insurers and their attorneys. Source: Fla. Stat. § 316.066
- In Florida, a contingency fee agreement for a personal injury case must be in writing and signed by the client and the lawyer; under a contingency fee, the client pays no attorney fee unless there is a recovery. Source: Rule Regulating The Florida Bar 4-1.5(f)
Frequently asked questions
Does calling a personal injury lawyer commit me to hiring them?
No. The initial call to Wolfson & Leon at 305-965-3766 is informational. You describe what happened and the firm explains your options. Nothing is filed, no case is opened, and you owe nothing for that conversation. You only become a client if you choose to sign a written fee agreement after the free consultation.
I'm in the hospital right now. Can a lawyer still come to me?
Yes. Wolfson & Leon conducts consultations at Hialeah Hospital and Palmetto General, as well as at clients' homes in Hialeah, Hialeah Gardens, Miami Lakes, and Medley. If you cannot travel to the office at 1840 W 49th St #734, let the intake team know your location when you call and they will arrange to come to you.
My injuries seem minor, broken bones, no. Is it even worth calling a lawyer?
Soft-tissue injuries, concussions, and other 'minor'-seeming injuries can have lasting consequences and can still support a legitimate claim. Insurance companies often point to the absence of fractures to justify low offers. A free consultation costs you nothing and lets an attorney assess the full picture before you decide.
I only speak Spanish. Can I still use this office?
Yes. The firm's attorneys and staff speak Spanish. You can conduct your intake call, consultation, and all case communications in Spanish.
What happens if I miss the 14-day window to see a doctor after my crash?
Under Fla. Stat. § 627.736(1)(a), your own auto insurer can deny your entire PIP claim if you do not seek initial medical treatment within 14 days of the crash. PIP is designed to pay regardless of who caused the accident, but that protection disappears if you wait too long. If you are close to or past that window, call the firm immediately, other avenues of recovery may still be open depending on the facts of your case.
This article is general information about Florida law, not legal advice, and reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is different and past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. For advice about your situation, call Wolfson & Leon at 305-965-3766 for a free consultation.
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