Tampa Workers' Compensation Lawyers Who Know How the Other Side Thinks
We are Tampa's workers' compensation law firm — born here, practicing here since 1989, and built entirely around injured workers who deserve more than the insurance company is offering.
40 Years of Workers' Comp Experience, Right Here in Tampa
When you get hurt at work in Tampa or anywhere in Hillsborough County, the workers' compensation system doesn't automatically work in your favor. Employers and their carriers move fast to control your claim — directing your medical care, disputing your wage loss, and looking for reasons to minimize what you're owed.
We know exactly how they do it, because several of our attorneys spent years on that side of the table. Steve Barbas and Gray Sanders are both Florida Bar Board Certified in Workers' Compensation — a credential held by fewer than 1% of Florida attorneys. That depth of knowledge is what we bring to every Tampa work injury case we take.
What Makes Our Tampa Office Different
- Two Florida Bar Board Certified Workers' Compensation attorneys on staff
- Former defense-side attorneys who now represent injured workers exclusively on the claimant side
- Kristen Emerson holds a nursing and medical degree before her law degree — giving our team clinical insight into injury claims that most firms can't match
- Four Tampa-native attorneys who have practiced here continuously since 1989
- Bilingual legal services in English and Spanish at the partner level
- Seven-attorney team with long-tenured staff and deep client relationship history
- Recognized by Super Lawyers, Florida Legal Elite, Best Lawyers, AV Preeminent, and Avvo 10.0
Work Injuries We Handle for Tampa Clients
Workers' compensation covers far more than a single type of accident. Our Tampa attorneys represent injured workers across a wide range of claims — including construction injuries, repetitive trauma conditions, machine injuries, brain injuries, and PTSD claims. We also handle federal Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act claims for port and maritime workers in the Tampa Bay area.
If you were hurt on the job, denied benefits, or told your injury isn't covered, we want to hear what happened.
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Ready to Talk to a Tampa Workers' Comp Attorney?
If you were injured at work in Tampa or Hillsborough County, don't wait to get legal advice. The sooner you have an attorney involved, the better your position when the insurance company starts making decisions about your care and your benefits. Call us at 813-279-2686 or start your free consultation online.
What Florida Personal Injury Clients Ask Before They Call
Do I need a workers' comp lawyer in Tampa, or can I handle my claim on my own?
You can file a claim without an attorney, but the insurance carrier will have experienced adjusters and lawyers working to limit your benefits from day one. Having a Board Certified workers' comp attorney in your corner levels the playing field — and our consultations are free.How long do I have to report a work injury in Florida?
Florida law requires you to report a work injury to your employer within 30 days of the incident. Missing that window can jeopardize your entire claim. If you're unsure whether you've reported correctly, contact us before that deadline passes.What if my workers' comp claim was denied in Tampa?
A denial is not the end of your case. Most denied claims can be challenged through the Florida workers' compensation dispute process. Our attorneys have handled hundreds of disputed claims and know exactly where carriers overreach.Does your Tampa office serve clients in Hillsborough County and surrounding areas?
Yes. We represent injured workers throughout Hillsborough County and across Florida. We also offer virtual appointments, so geography is never a barrier to getting experienced legal help.Do you have Spanish-speaking workers' comp attorneys in Tampa?
We do. Steve Barbas and Kelly Nunez are both bilingual, partner-level attorneys who handle cases in English and Spanish. Our chat support is also available in both languages.
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.