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50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Fort Lauderdale Personal Injury Law Firm
Thomas & Pearl is a Fort Lauderdale-based personal injury law firm with over 45 years of experience advocating for accident victims across South Florida. Since 1973, we have represented more than 40,000 clients in complex cases involving motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death, slip and fall injuries, workers' compensation, and social security disability. Our relentless approach combines deep legal expertise with personalized service, ensuring clients receive maximum compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.We prioritize integrity and tenacity in negotiations with insurance companies while maintaining a strong trial-ready posture. Our team's decades of combined experience in both defense and plaintiff representation provide unique insights into case strategy. We offer free consultations with no obligation, operating on a contingency fee basis to ensure access to justice regardless of financial circumstances. Community involvement remains central to our mission through charitable initiatives and local outreach programs.
Services
Car Accidents
Truck Accidents
Workers' Compensation
Slip and Fall
Wrongful Death
Motorcycle Accidents
Boat Accidents
Social Security Disability
Nursing Home Abuse
Defective Products
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer over 45 years of experience in personal injury law
- Our attorneys have handled 40,000+ cases across Florida
- We operate on a strict contingency fee basis
- Our team includes former insurance defense attorneys
- We maintain active community involvement programs
What people say
Excellent service
Professional manner
Amazing experience
On top of things
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Services
Car Accidents
Our experienced attorneys handle all types of motor vehicle collision cases, including liability disputes and insurance negotiations. We help clients recover compensation for medical expenses, vehicle damage, and emotional trauma. With decades of experience in Florida's legal system, we ensure thorough investigation and aggressive representation to maximize settlement outcomes.
Workers' Compensation
We represent employees injured on the job, navigating complex workers' comp claims and appeals processes. Our team ensures clients receive proper medical treatment coverage and wage replacement benefits. We challenge denied claims and provide courtroom representation when necessary, leveraging deep knowledge of Florida's workers' compensation laws.
Wrongful Death
Our firm handles wrongful death claims resulting from negligence, pursuing justice for families who lost loved ones. We address medical malpractice, transportation accidents, and premises liability cases. We help recover funeral costs, lost income, and emotional damages while providing compassionate legal guidance during difficult times.
Slip and Fall
We represent clients injured due to hazardous property conditions, including inadequate security and maintenance failures. Our attorneys investigate incidents, document evidence, and prove property owner negligence. We seek compensation for medical bills, rehabilitation costs, and quality-of-life changes caused by preventable accidents.
Social Security Disability
Our legal team assists clients with disability benefit applications and appeals, handling complex paperwork and hearings. We specialize in proving eligibility for individuals with severe injuries or chronic conditions. We ensure compliance with federal regulations while advocating for timely approval of critical financial support.
People
Brian S. Pearl
Senior Founding Partner
Co-founder with 50+ years of legal experience, handling 25,000+ cases. Graduated cum laude from University of Miami Law School, twice receiving Book Awards. Served as local charity president for over two decades.
Jason B. Pearl
Attorney
South Florida native with 15+ years of personal injury experience. Nova Southeastern University law graduate with Workers' Compensation Book Award. Regular community event participant and radio legal commentator.
Nathan Hoy
Trial Attorney
Former insurance defense attorney with 12+ years of litigation experience. Represents clients in personal injury and wrongful death cases. Active in youth sailing foundation initiatives and community outreach programs.
Dara Paulsen
Attorney
Cum laude Syracuse Law graduate with focus on public health systems. Specializes in personal injury and first-party property claims. Former education advocate and courtroom-tested trial attorney with federal court admissions.
Merrill H. Thomas
Office Administrator
30+ years managing firm operations while leading community initiatives. Coordinates annual back-to-school and Christmas charity programs. Former medical assistant with dual degrees in medical assisting and humanities.
Questions
What types of cases does Thomas & Pearl handle?
We handle all personal injury cases including car accidents, workers' compensation, slip and fall injuries, wrongful death, and social security disability claims across South Florida.
How does your payment structure work?
We work on a contingency fee basis - you pay nothing unless we win your case and recover compensation for your injuries.
Can I schedule a consultation without obligation?
Yes, we offer completely free case evaluations with no obligation. Our attorneys will review your situation and discuss potential legal options.
What makes your firm different from others?
With 45+ years of experience and former insurance defense attorneys on our team, we combine deep legal knowledge with relentless advocacy to maximize client compensation.
How long will my case take to resolve?
Case duration varies by complexity, but we work efficiently to resolve matters promptly while ensuring thorough preparation for negotiations or trial when necessary.
Do you handle cases outside Fort Lauderdale?
Yes, we represent clients throughout Broward County and across South Florida, with flexible meeting options including home visits when needed.
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Reviews (6)
Jessica Chandler
Jan 15, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
This Law Firm has helped me tremendously! They went above and beyond to provide excellent service! I would recommend them to everyone!
This Law Firm has helped me tremendously! They went above and beyond to provide excellent service! I would recommend them to everyone!
Mary Jessica Crimmins
Oct 25, 2021
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O stars. Do not recommend. Lawyer got more money from my car accident settlement than I did. I am the one with permanent injuries. Made a joke when signing papers about how he got more money than I did and that "usually upsets him". Was I supposed to be amused that you are laughing your way to the bank while I struggle to get out of bed every day? No justice here. Drunk driver walked away with probation and you walked away with most of the money for a case that never even went to court. Called when he saw my initial one star review. You don't like my review? Maybe don't take advantage of people
Natalee Nicole
Jan 07, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
My process was easy, the communication was great. They work fast and get good results. Id recommend them to everyone. Thank you for a job well done.
My process was easy, the communication was great. They work fast and get good results. Id recommend them to everyone. Thank you for a job well done.
Will Sams
Jan 01, 2021
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One of the easiest processes of my life. Great team, very informative and really care for the client. My case took just under a year for a motor vehicle accident and I couldnt be happier. I would recommend 10/10 times, no need to look for another attorney!!!
Boris Santa
Oct 22, 2020
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!!!JASON WINS!!! Great office. Knowledgeable, professional and friendly. Definitely recomending Jason and his Team. Thank you so much for working on my case.
Tammy Crawford
Dec 04, 2019
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The best attorney's around. Experienced and professional. I highly recommend, this is my second time using them. They really fought for me on this case. I absolutely Love them. Very friendly and respectful staff.
