With Attorney Michael O. Massey's distinguished legal background—including a J.D. with High Honors and an LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Florida College of Law—our firm applies exceptional analytical skills to complex injury cases. Our expertise covers a comprehensive range of serious injuries, including:

  • Traumatic Brain Injuries - From mild concussions to severe TBI resulting in cognitive impairment, memory loss, personality changes, and diminished quality of life

  • Spinal Cord Injuries & Paralysis - Including quadriplegia, paraplegia, and partial paralysis requiring lifetime care

  • Permanent Disability - Conditions that prevent return to previous employment or require vocational rehabilitation

  • Amputations - Loss of limbs or digits requiring prosthetics and adaptive equipment

  • Severe Burns - First through fourth-degree burns causing permanent disfigurement, pain, and psychological trauma

  • Significant Scarring - Visible disfigurement affecting self-image and quality of life

  • Blindness - Partial or complete vision loss requiring significant life adjustments

  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Debilitating psychological conditions following traumatic events

  • Fatal Injuries - Representing families who have lost loved ones due to negligence

Understanding the Impact of Serious Injuries

Drawing on his experience as both a construction litigation attorney and judicial clerk for Chief Judge Maurice M. Paul in the U.S. District Court, Attorney Massey recognizes that catastrophic injuries fundamentally change lives. Our team has witnessed firsthand how these injuries affect not just the victim but entire families and support networks. The physical, emotional, and financial toll can be overwhelming.

Immediate Injury Consequences

  • Physical Trauma - Acute pain, hospitalization, surgical interventions, and intensive care

  • Initial Medical Expenses - Emergency services, specialized trauma care, and diagnostic testing

  • Lost Income - Immediate time away from work during critical recovery periods

  • Emotional Distress - Trauma, anxiety, depression, and adjustment to new limitations

Long-Term Injury Considerations

  • Ongoing Medical Treatment - Regular physician visits, specialist consultations, and therapy sessions

  • Extensive Rehabilitation - Physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and cognitive rehabilitation

  • Adaptive Equipment - Wheelchairs, prosthetics, medical devices, and assistive technology

  • Architectural Modifications - Home and vehicle adaptations to accommodate mobility limitations

  • Personal Care Assistance - Home health aides, nursing care, and daily living support

  • Medication Management - Ongoing prescription needs and pain management protocols

  • Future Medical Procedures - Surgeries, treatments, and interventions throughout life

  • Permanent Disability Accommodations - Vocational rehabilitation or permanent disability compensation

Comprehensive Injury Case Analysis

Attorney Massey's background as an editor for the Florida Tax Review and Senior Research Editor for the Florida Journal of International Law provides a strong foundation for our meticulous analytical approach. Our injury case evaluation includes a thorough computer-generated actuarial analysis based on a nationwide database of over 100,000 injury cases. This scientific methodology helps us:

  • Document the full scope of your injuries with medical precision

  • Project lifetime medical costs based on injury type and severity

  • Calculate expected rehabilitation requirements and timeframes

  • Estimate necessary accommodations and assistive technology

  • Quantify diminished earning capacity and lost future income

  • Assess appropriate compensation for pain and suffering

  • Determine the full financial impact of permanent impairment

This data-driven approach, combined with Attorney Massey's expertise in complex financial analysis from his work as an International Tax Senior Consultant at Deloitte & Touche, ensures we pursue compensation that truly reflects both the immediate and lifelong consequences of catastrophic injuries.

Common Causes of Serious Injuries We Handle

Our practice addresses severe injuries resulting from various accident types, each with unique injury patterns and medical considerations:

Vehicle-Related Trauma

  • Car Accidents - Traumatic brain injuries, spinal fractures, internal organ damage, and complex orthopedic injuries

  • Motorcycle Accidents - Road rash, degloving injuries, traumatic amputation, and severe fractures

  • Commercial Truck Collisions - Crushing injuries, severe lacerations, and catastrophic multi-system trauma

  • Pedestrian Impacts - Blunt force trauma, lower extremity fractures, and head injuries

  • Bicycle Accidents - Facial trauma, dental injuries, and neurological damage

Premises Liability Injuries

  • Slip and Fall Accidents - Hip fractures, traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, and complex fractures

  • Structural Failures - Crush injuries, multiple trauma, and entrapment injuries

  • Swimming Pool Incidents - Near-drowning injuries, spinal cord damage, and anoxic brain injuries

  • Inadequate Maintenance - Injuries from collapsed structures, broken railings, or unstable surfaces

  • Building Code Violations - Electrical injuries, fire-related trauma, and injuries from unsafe conditions

Attorney Massey's experience in construction litigation at Vezina, Lawrence, & Piscitelli, P.A. and Moye, O'Brien, O'Rourke, Hogan & Pickert, P.A. provides valuable insight into premises liability cases involving structural and construction-related injuries.

Other Serious Injury Causes

  • Product Failures - Toxic exposure, mechanical injuries, and burns from defective products

  • Security Failures - Assault injuries, penetrating trauma, and psychological injuries

  • Professional Negligence - Preventable medical complications, birth injuries, and delayed diagnosis injuries

  • Animal Attacks - Severe lacerations, facial injuries, and post-traumatic stress

  • Recreational Accidents - Sports injuries, boating accidents, and adventure tourism injuries

Time-Sensitive Injury Documentation and Evidence

For serious injury cases, swift action is critical. Under Attorney Massey's direction, our team applies the same rigor and attention to detail he developed earning multiple Book Awards in Evidence and Civil Procedure at the University of Florida. The medical evidence connected to your injuries requires immediate preservation and documentation:

  • Medical Documentation - Securing detailed emergency records, diagnostic imaging, and specialist evaluations

  • Injury Photography - Professional documentation of visible injuries at various healing stages

  • Accident Scene Evidence - Physical evidence collection before changes occur

  • Witness Statements - Testimony about the injury mechanism and immediate aftermath

  • Expert Medical Opinions - Early involvement of specialists to document injury causation and prognosis

  • Digital Evidence - Preservation of surveillance footage, electronic data, and communications

  • Forensic Analysis - Scientific evaluation of injury mechanisms and contributing factors

Our team works with medical professionals to ensure that the full extent of your injuries is properly documented from the earliest stages, creating an unbroken chain of medical evidence that supports your case.

Client-Centered Catastrophic Injury Representation

Our Selective Approach

Since establishing Massey & Duffy, PLLC in 2003, Attorney Massey has deliberately maintained a limited caseload to ensure each serious injury claim receives full attention and resources. This approach allows us:

  • To spend extensive time understanding your specific injuries and medical needs

  • To consult with leading medical specialists about your particular injury type

  • To create comprehensive life care plans tailored to your specific condition

  • To prepare thoroughly for every aspect of your case, from discovery to trial

  • To be available to you throughout your medical journey and legal process

The Massey & Duffy Injury Case Difference

When Attorney Massey represents you for a serious injury:

  • Personalized Medical Coordination - We help navigate complex healthcare systems and specialist referrals

  • Evidence-Based Approach - We use medical science to document and prove your injuries

  • Cutting-Edge Resources - We employ medical illustrators, animation specialists, and top medical experts

  • Comprehensive Damages Assessment - We evaluate all aspects of how your injury affects your life

  • Skilled Negotiation - We present compelling medical evidence to maximize your recovery

  • Trial Preparation - We prepare every case as if it will go to trial, developing compelling presentations of medical evidence

Your Next Steps

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury, Attorney Michael O. Massey invites you to contact our office for a confidential consultation. With his background in both litigation and complex financial analysis, he will review your medical records, discuss the specifics of your injury, and explain how we can help you secure the compensation necessary for your recovery and future care.