Personal injury

Overview

​​Losing someone or suffering personal harm is never easy, especially when caused by someone else’s actions or decisions. ​​Our team works to hold negligent parties accountable, and we fight tirelessly for the compensation and justice that our clients deserve across a range of issues including but not limited to:

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Personal Injury and Wrongful Death

In everything from car accidents, to workplace incidents, to medical malpractice, we handle every aspect of your case, from gathering evidence and building your claim, to negotiating with insurance companies and going to trial if necessary.

Aviation Accidents

We represent victims who have sustained injuries or lost loved ones due to commercial aircraft and private aircraft accidents, both domestically and internationally. We also represent passengers who have suffered from accidents or incidents during flights or during the entire process of taking an airline flight, from boarding, to in-flight incidents to landing and disembarking.

Car and Vehicle Accidents

Colson Hicks Eidson fights for victims who have been seriously injured or lost loved ones in car, truck, and motorcycle accidents caused by the negligence of others. Our experienced personal injury attorneys pursue maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, permanent disabilities, and wrongful death claims. Motor vehicle accidents can have devastating physical, emotional, and financial consequences. Whether your crash involved a distracted driver, drunk driver, speeding, reckless driving, commercial truck, or uninsured motorist, our team has the experience and resources to hold negligent parties accountable.

Private Aircraft and Helicopter Accidents

These have higher rates than airplane accidents and include helicopter emergency medical services and sightseeing tour crashes. We represent those affected by accidents that occur on the ground or in the air.

Premises Liability

Our premises liability lawyers represent individuals who have been catastrophically injured due to the failure of a property owner to properly maintain their premises, creating a dangerous condition that causes injury. Examples of premises liability accidents include trip and falls, slip and falls, electrocution, accidental drownings, being hit by a falling object, being crushed or otherwise injured. These accidents occur at shopping centers, restaurants, hotels, in parking lots, retail stores, office buildings, apartment complexes, on escalators and elevators, and other businesses or public spaces.

Negligent Security

Our firm represents individuals and families who have suffered catastrophic injuries or the wrongful death of a loved one due to the failure of a property owner to provide adequate security. These include incidents at fast food restaurants, shopping centers, parking lots, apartment complexes, schools, gas stations, and other commercial properties.

Toxic Substance Torts

In exposure in the workplace, environment, or from consumer products that can cause long-term health effects and even death, we take the time to understand the science behind the exposure, as well as the unique circumstances of each case.

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New U.S. Attorney’s Office and DOJ Whistleblower Non-Prosecution and Awards Pilot Programs

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida has launched a new Whistleblower Non-Prosecution Pilot Program. It reinforces the recent efforts of the Department of Justice Criminal Division’s new Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program.

The local pilot program offers non-prosecution agreements in exchange for the early and voluntary self-disclosures of criminal conduct.  The Department’s pilot program offers financial rewards to a whistleblower who provides original and truthful information about corporate misconduct that results in a successful forfeiture.  

Both pilot programs require the prompt disclosure of truthful and complete information.   

At Colson Hicks Eidson, our attorneys have advised and represented clients across the full range of internal investigations, government inquiries, enforcement actions, whistleblower actions, and civil and criminal trials.  For further information, contact us at 305-476-7400 or info@colson.com.

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Firm Insights

Colson Hicks Eidson Named to the 2027 Edition of “Best Law Firms”

Colson Hicks Eidson has been named to the 2027 edition of “Best Law Firms” by Best Lawyers®, recognized at both the national and regional levels. Twelve of the firm’s attorneys were also named to the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers across multiple practice areas.

Best Lawyers® ranks top lawyers and law firms through a peer review process, using feedback from lawyers, clients, and professional references, along with firm data. 

We’re proud to be recognized in the following categories:

National

  • Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Plaintiffs

Miami

  • Bet-the-Company Litigation
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Criminal Defense: White-Collar
  • Insurance Law
  • Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Plaintiffs
  • Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
  • Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs
  • Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants

About Colson Hicks Eidson

Colson Hicks Eidson is a renowned law firm based in Miami, Florida, that is recognized as one of the top trial firms in the United States. Built on a foundation of nearly 60 years of dedication forging strong client relationships, Colson Hicks Eidson handles local, national, and international litigation, with cases spanning from Miami, Florida, and throughout the United States, to matters in the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and Europe. Learn more at: www.colson.com.

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Colson Hicks Eidson Partners Named 2026 Circle of Excellence Award Honorees

We are pleased to announce that the Miami-Dade Bar has named partners Stephanie A. Casey and Thomas A. Kroeger 2026 Circle of Excellence Award honorees. Stephanie was recognized in the Civil Litigation category and Tom in the Appellate category.

Both were selected for exemplifying skill, integrity, and professionalism in their respective practice areas, with honorees chosen by a committee of past recipients following input from the local legal community.

Stephanie has more than 15 years of experience handling complex civil litigation and class actions in state and federal courts, on both the plaintiff and defense sides. She represents businesses, injured consumers, whistleblowers, and individuals improperly denied health benefits.

Tom’s practice focuses on complex civil litigation and appellate matters, including personal injury, wrongful death, medical negligence, product liability, and other complex disputes. He has argued appeals before state and federal appellate courts, including the Eleventh and Eighth Circuit Courts of Appeals.

They will be honored at the Miami-Dade Bar’s Annual Awards Ceremony on November 18 at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables. Register here. 

About Colson Hicks Eidson

Colson Hicks Eidson is a renowned law firm based in Miami, Florida, that is recognized as one of the top trial firms in the United States. Built on a foundation of nearly 60 years of dedication forging strong client relationships, Colson Hicks Eidson handles local, national, and international litigation, with cases spanning from Miami, Florida, and throughout the United States, to matters in the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and Europe. Learn more at: www.colson.com.

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Colson Hicks Eidson Partners Named to the 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America Guide

We are pleased to announce that all of our partners have been named to the 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America guide. Congratulations to Susan Carlson, Stephanie A. Casey, Dean C. Colson, Lewis S. “Mike” Eidson, Joseph J. Kalbac Jr., Julie Braman Kane, Thomas A. Kroeger, Zachary A. Lipshultz, Roberto Martínez, and Curtis Miner.

We are proud to celebrate their work and the exceptional litigation talent across our firm. This recognition reflects their dedication to excellence in advocacy, meaningful contributions to complex litigation matters, and continued leadership within the legal profession.

This guide is based on a record number of submissions, combined with journalistic research and independent vetting through clients and peers.

Click here to read the full guide.

About Colson Hicks Eidson

Colson Hicks Eidson is a renowned law firm based in Miami, Florida, that is recognized as one of the top trial firms in the United States. Built on a foundation of nearly 60 years of dedication forging strong client relationships, Colson Hicks Eidson handles local, national, and international litigation, with cases spanning from Miami, Florida, and throughout the United States, to matters in the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and Europe. Learn more at: www.colson.com.

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Colson Hicks Eidson Secures Key Rulings in Fatal Fisher Island Ferry Collision

Colson Hicks Eidson has secured key rulings on behalf of the family of Cristian Fernandez in a wrongful death lawsuit arising from a 2023 collision between a Fisher Island ferry and a recreational vessel in Miami’s Government Cut.

During a September 1 hearing, Eleventh Judicial Circuit Judge Abby Cynamon granted the estate’s motion for partial summary judgment, finding that the defendant was operating and in control of the recreational vessel when it collided with a Fisher Island ferry. Cristian, a 27-year-old passenger aboard the recreational vessel, tragically lost his life in the collision.

The court also denied the defendants’ motion for partial summary judgment regarding the ferry, finding that the evidence concerning any alleged navigational rule violations was disputed.

Colson Hicks Eidson partner Thomas A. Kroeger argued the motions on behalf of Cristian Fernandez’s estate. Tom and partner Julie Braman Kane represent the Fernandez family in the litigation.

Colson Hicks Eidson is proud to continue representing the Fernandez family in seeking justice for Cristian.

Media coverage includes:

Law360 – Boater Was In Control In Fatal Ferry Crash, Fla. Judge Rules

About Colson Hicks Eidson

Colson Hicks Eidson is a renowned law firm based in Miami, Florida, that is recognized as one of the top trial firms in the United States. Built on a foundation of nearly 60 years of dedication forging strong client relationships, Colson Hicks Eidson handles local, national, and international litigation, with cases spanning from Miami, Florida, and throughout the United States, to matters in the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and Europe. Learn more at: www.colson.com.

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Twelve Colson Hicks Eidson Attorneys Recognized in 2027 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®

Congratulations to Colson Hicks Eidson attorneys, Susan Carlson, Stephanie A. Casey, Dean C. Colson, Lewis S. “Mike” Eidson, Joseph J. Kalbac, Jr., Julie Braman Kane, Thomas Kroeger, Roberto Martinez, and Curtis Miner, who have been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.

And congratulations to Eleni I. Constant, Zachary A. Lipshultz, and Sabrina S. Saieh, who are each recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.

Best Lawyers’ lists of outstanding lawyers are developed through peer review surveys where tens of thousands of lawyers evaluate their professional peers. Best Lawyers recognized attorneys in all of the firm’s core practice areas. 

Susan Carlson

  • Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs

Stephanie A. Casey

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs

Dean C. Colson

  • Bet-the-Company Litigation
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
  • Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs
  • Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants
  • Professional Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs

Lewis S. “Mike” Eidson

  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs
  • Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs

Joseph J. Kalbac Jr. – “Lawyer of the Year”

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Insurance Law
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
  • Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs

Julie Braman Kane

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs

Thomas Kroeger

  • Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs

Roberto Martínez

  • Bet-the-Company Litigation
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Curtis Miner 

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Criminal Defense: White-Collar
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs
  • Personal Injury Litigation –  Plaintiffs

Eleni I. Constant

  • Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs

Zachary A. Lipshultz

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs

Sabrina S. Saieh

  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
  • Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs

About Colson Hicks Eidson

Colson Hicks Eidson is a renowned law firm based in Miami, Florida, that is recognized as one of the top trial firms in the United States. Built on a foundation of nearly 60 years of dedication forging strong client relationships, Colson Hicks Eidson handles local, national, and international litigation, with cases spanning from Miami, Florida, and throughout the United States, to matters in the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and Europe. Learn more at: www.colson.com.

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Nine Colson Hicks Eidson Partners Named to the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Litigators Guide

We are pleased to announce that nine of our partners have been named to the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Litigators guide. Congratulations to Stephanie A. Casey, Dean C. Colson, Lewis S. “Mike” Eidson, Joseph J. Kalbac Jr., Julie Braman Kane, Thomas Kroeger, Zachary A. Lipshultz, Roberto Martínez, and Curtis Miner.

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding work of our partners and the exceptional litigation talent across our firm. This recognition reflects their unwavering dedication to achieving outstanding results for clients and their continued leadership within the legal profession.

This guide is based on a record number of submissions, combined with journalistic research and independent vetting through clients and peers.

Click here to read the full guide.

About Colson Hicks Eidson

Colson Hicks Eidson is a renowned law firm based in Miami, Florida, that is recognized as one of the top trial firms in the United States. Built on a foundation of nearly 60 years of dedication forging strong client relationships, Colson Hicks Eidson handles local, national, and international litigation, with cases spanning from Miami, Florida, and throughout the United States, to matters in the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and Europe. Learn more at: www.colson.com.

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