Workers' Compensation Attorney Serving Land O' Lakes and Pasco County
If you were hurt on the job in Land O' Lakes, Wesley Chapel, or anywhere in Pasco County, you need an attorney who knows Florida workers' compensation law from both sides of the table. Our team has represented injured workers across the state for more than 40 years — and we have a local office right here to serve you. We offer free consultations by phone, in person, or over Zoom, so getting started costs you nothing.
Pasco County Workers Know How Quickly Things Can Go Wrong
Construction crews, warehouse workers, drivers, and tradespeople in the Land O' Lakes area face real physical risk every day. When an injury happens, the workers' comp system moves fast — and it rarely moves in your favor without legal representation. Insurance carriers assign adjusters and defense attorneys immediately. You deserve the same level of preparation on your side.
Our attorneys include two Florida Bar Board Certified Workers' Compensation specialists — a distinction held by fewer than 300 attorneys in the entire state. We also include former defense-side attorneys who spent years representing carriers and employers. We know exactly how insurance companies evaluate claims, where they look for reasons to reduce benefits, and how to counter those tactics on your behalf.
Workers' Compensation Claims We Handle for Land O' Lakes Clients
We represent injured workers throughout Pasco County across a full range of claim types, including:
- Construction site injuries, including falls, equipment accidents, and structural collapses
- Crane operator and heavy machinery injuries
- Repetitive trauma and cumulative injury claims
- Brain injuries and traumatic head trauma from workplace accidents
- Electrocution and electrical burn injuries
- First responder injuries, including firefighters and law enforcement
- Pre-existing conditions aggravated by workplace activity
- PTSD and psychological injury claims
- Lost wages and medical benefits disputes
- Contractor and subcontractor injury claims
Whether your claim was denied, your benefits were cut off, or you have not yet filed and are not sure where to start, we are ready to help.
Why Injured Workers in Pasco County Choose Our Firm
Choosing a workers' compensation attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you will make after a workplace injury. Here is what sets our team apart:
- 40+ years representing claimant-side workers' compensation clients across Florida
- Two Florida Bar Board Certified Workers' Compensation attorneys on staff
- Former defense attorneys who understand how carriers build their cases — and how to dismantle them
- Kristen Emerson, a licensed nurse before becoming an attorney, brings clinical insight to medical disputes that most firms simply cannot match
- Bilingual attorneys — Steve Barbas and Kelly Nunez are fluent in Spanish and English, serving Pasco County's Spanish-speaking workforce at the partner level
- Recognized by Super Lawyers, Florida Legal Elite, Best Lawyers, AV Preeminent, and Avvo 10.0
- Seven-attorney team with long-tenured staff who build real relationships with clients over the life of a case
We have been doing this work since 1989. Our reputation in Florida workers' compensation is built on outcomes, not marketing.
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Serving Land O' Lakes, Wesley Chapel, and All of Pasco County
Our Land O' Lakes office puts experienced workers' compensation representation close to home for Pasco County workers. Whether you work in construction, transportation, warehousing, healthcare, or any other industry, our team is ready to review your case, explain your rights under Florida law, and fight for every benefit you are entitled to receive. We also serve clients throughout Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Clearwater, and Lakeland — statewide reach backed by decades of local presence.
What Florida Personal Injury Clients Ask Before They Call
Do I need a workers' comp attorney in Land O' Lakes, or can I handle my claim on my own?
You can file on your own, but carriers and employers are represented by experienced attorneys from the moment a claim is filed. Without legal representation, you are more likely to accept a settlement that undervalues your injury, miss a critical deadline, or have your claim denied without a proper challenge. A free consultation costs nothing and gives you a clear picture of where you stand.How long do I have to report a workplace injury in Florida?
Florida law requires you to report a workplace injury to your employer within 30 days of the accident or within 30 days of learning that an injury or illness is work-related. Missing this deadline can jeopardize your entire claim. If you are close to that window, contact us immediately.What if my workers' comp claim in Pasco County was already denied?
A denial is not the end of the road. You have the right to petition for a benefits hearing before a Judge of Compensation Claims. Our attorneys handle denied and disputed claims regularly and know how to build the evidentiary record needed to overturn a denial or negotiate a fair resolution.Do you handle workers' comp cases for Wesley Chapel and other Pasco County communities?
Yes. We serve injured workers throughout Pasco County, including Wesley Chapel, Zephyrhills, New Port Richey, Dade City, and the broader Land O' Lakes area. Our Land O' Lakes office is available for in-person meetings, and we also offer phone and Zoom consultations for clients throughout the region.What does it cost to hire a workers' compensation attorney at your firm?
Our workers' compensation representation is handled on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no attorney fees unless we recover benefits for you. Florida law caps contingency fees in workers' comp cases, so there are no surprises. Your free consultation is truly free — no obligation, no pressure.
The Attorneys Handling Your Personal Injury Case
Personal injury litigation at Barbas Nunez Sanders Butler & Hovsepian is led by three attorneys whose backgrounds bring distinct strengths to every case.
Kelly Barcia Nunez
Kelly Barcia Nunez is a Florida Bar Board Certified attorney and founding partner with more than 30 years of litigation experience. Her command of Florida injury law and her direct client communication style have made her one of the firm's most trusted advocates for accident victims.
L. Gray Sanders
L. Gray Sanders spent time on the defense side of civil litigation before joining the firm, which means he approaches every personal injury case understanding exactly how the opposing carrier will evaluate and contest it. That inside knowledge shapes case strategy from the first file review.
Kristen Emerson
Kristen Emerson holds a nursing degree alongside her law license. In personal injury cases involving serious physical injuries, disputed diagnoses, or contested medical causation, her clinical background is a concrete advantage — she understands what happened to your body, not just what the records say.
Someone Else's Negligence Shouldn't Cost You Everything. Let's Talk.
Florida's two-year statute of limitations means the window to act is real. Our personal injury attorneys are available for a free consultation — in English or Spanish — and we don't get paid unless you do. If you were injured in Tampa or anywhere across Florida, the conversation starts here.