W Marc Hardesty

W Marc Hardesty

also known as Marc Hardesty, William Marc Hardesty

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 35 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Jacksonville, FL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Workers Compensation

4004 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, FL

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Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 50%

Marc Hardesty has handled a variety of serious personal injury and wrongful death cases relating to trucking and car accidents, premises liability, medical negligence. Please see our website regarding a representation of our results from settlement or jury trial verdicts: www.jaxlegal.com

35 years

50%
Medical Malpractice 25%

Please see our website for our experiance: www.jaxlegal.com

35 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

10%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 35 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1990

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

HARDESTY, TYDE, GREEN & ASHTON, P.A.

4004 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, FL, 32207-2037

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W Marc Hardesty's Reviews

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6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Monica | December 3, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Attorney in Jacksonville!

A few years ago I was involved in a car accident that resulted in some injuries. It was my first car accident and I was extremely scared, lost and confused on how to proceed. Marc and his team of legal staff made me feel like everything would be ok and they held my hand throughout the entire painful ...process. I trusted them with my case and they did not disappoint! Marc was able to get my reluctant insurance company to pay the full amount of the policy! I now have the funds that I need to continue my treatment and l cannot be more thankful for all his hard work. I do not believe that any other attorney could have made this happen the way it did. I highly recommend him and his team to anyone who needs assistance with a car accident case and requires an honest and caring attorney who will not let the big companies get the better of us hard working people.

Posted by Ann | July 6, 2010

Auto Accident Attorney

Mark Hardesty of Hardesty, Tyde, Green and Ashton is a fantastic attorney. He was my attorney for an auto accident a couple of years ago. He made sure that I received the best medical care, made sure that the medical expenses were taken care of and most of all .... REALLY had my best interest at hear...t. He kept me informed of everything in my case. I didn't have to worry about a thing. I would recommend Mark 100% and suggest that anyone that needs a great attorney to contact him. He has the best staff ever. Tina, all I can say ... is AWESOME. Thank you Mark and Tina - AnnO. A

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2009

Really Cares

Marc was wonderful. Even when I wanted to give up. It took us almost 6 long years to get my case resolved, but Marc and Ken were great. They both kept me on track. Ken is Marc's assistant, and is good . If I hadn't of been with Marc then I probably would have settled for a pittance. If you are hurt a...t work and want someone who will fight for you, then Marc is the man for you. He cares, he really does, and now a days that's hard to find. An attorney who cares about his client , not just the money. We finally settled in Dec. of 08' to my delight and satisfaction.

Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2008

This Lawyer and his team are excellent in every field.

I was involved in a falling accident which I was impaled by rebar.I went through multipule surgeries.My jounery started in september of 2006.I was life flighted to Shands in jacksonville where I got emergency surgery to keep me alive.Mr.Hardesty was recommended to my wife from her master sargent in h...er reserve unit at this time I was in shands trauma unit fighting for my life.I meet Mr.Hardesy after several weeks after my wife hired him.When i opened my eyes to see who was in the room i noticed I was blind in one eye and little vision in other eye.Mr.Hardesty told me who he was and what he planned on done.He also told me that his parter in his firm would help him in this case,his name is Mr.Frank Ashton.Mr.Hardesty told me that if I even need to talk to him to just pick up the phone and do so,even if I just need to cry.He also told me if I ever call his office and I didn't like the way I was handle buy his staff to let him know.Our case went on for almost 2 years I was in and hospitals for alot of this time.We didn't live in Jacksonville but that didn't stop him or his firm for not keeping us informed.His staff behind the scenes are excellent in every way possible.Through our 2 year jounery we gained true fiends in him ,his partner Mr.Ashton and his staff behind the scenes.I would us his firm for whatever we need legal help for the rest of my life,like I said we came out of all this we great friends

Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2008

When in need......

After undergoing multiple surgeries and recovering from wounds sustained during ifantry combat operations in early 2007, I have had a hard time obtaining a military disability rating that will adequately compensate me for the rest of my life. Mr. Hardesty has done everything in his power to keep me i...nformed throughout this long process, even when things bogged down and there was nothing to do but wait. His extensive knowledge is displayed calmly and professionally. He will give you the bad news with the good, and will keep in constant contact. The time he has served in the military gave him experience that cannot be earned anywhere else, and he will do what he can with a fiery determination. He supported my case 110% from almost one-thousand miles away and we had not even met face-to-face. No matter where I am, he will be the lawyer I'll call.

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W Marc Hardesty's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Endorse. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Sands

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I would recommend Marc to anyone. He is a smart, tenacious attorney that will recover every single penny owed to a client. Great guy"

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Delegal

Workers compensation lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Marc is a true leader in the legal community. He is very aggressive in representing his clients' interests. I have seen him successfully use innovative strategies which have greatly assisted not only his clients, but have helped others as well."

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Michael Tyde

Personal injury lawyer

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Karl Green

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Steven Sands

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Thomas Delegal

Employment and labor lawyer

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Frank Ashton

Medical malpractice lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Best Lawyers in America, US News and World Report

2015

Best Lawyers in America, US News and World Report

2014

Jacksonville Business Journal, Veterans of Influence

2014

Best Lawyers in America, US News and World Report

2014

Best Lawyers in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Magazine

2013

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Best Lawyers in America, US News and World Report

2012

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Best Places to Work in Northeast Florida, Jacksonville Business Journal

2012

Best Lawyers in Jacksonville, 904 Magazine

2011

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Patriot Award for Support of the Army National Guard and Reserve, Department of Defense

2010

Patriot Award, United States Department of Defense

2010

AV Rated Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Top Law Firms in Northeast Florida 2010, Jacksonville Business Journal

2009

Who's Who Worldwide, Strathmore's

2009

AV Rated Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Best Places to Work in Northeast Florida, Jacksonville Business Journal

2009

"Book of Lists" Top area Litigaton Firms, Jacksonville Business Journal

2008

AV Rated Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Jacksonville Business Journal "Book of Lists" Top Law Firms, Jacksonville Business Journal

2007

AV Rated Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Jacksonville Business Journal "Book of Lists" Top Law Firms, Jacksonville Business Journal

2006

AV Rated Attorney Martindale Hubbell, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Jacksonville Business Journal "Book of Lists" Top Law Firms, Jacksonville Business Journal

2005

Jacksonville Business Journal "Book of Lists" Top Law Firms, Jacksonville Business Journal

2002

Army Commendation Medal (4th award), United States Army

2001

Multi Million Dollar Advocates, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2000

Meritorious Service Medal, United States Army

1992

Bronze Star Medal, United States Army

1988

ABA Moot Court Competition Team, Mercer University, Amercian Bar Association

1987

Client Counseling Competition Southeast Regional Runner Up, American Bar Association, Law Student Division

1977

Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America

N/A

Invited Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Work Experience

1994 - Present

President/ Partner, HARDESTY, TYDE, GREEN & ASHTON, P.A.

1996 - 2003

Judge Advocate General Corps, Lieutenant Colonel, 174th LSO, United States Army Reserves

1992 - 1996

Adjunct Professor, Legal Studies Institute, University of North Florida

1990 - 1994

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office, Fourth Judicial Circuit

1989 - 1990

Certified Legal Intern, State Attorney's Office

1987 - 1988

Summer Associate, Corbin, Dickinson & Duvall, P.A.

1982 - 1986

Unit Manager, The Procter & Gamble Company

Associations

2013 - Present

Jacksonville Public Library Board of Trustees

Trustee

2009 - Present

Florida Workers' Advocates

Advocate

2008 - Present

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)

Member

2008 - Present

American Legion

Member

2007 - Present

Florida Bar Association

Military Affairs Committee

2007 - Present

St Johns Riverkeeper

Legal Board Member

2000 - Present

Jacksonville Justice Association

Member

1999 - Present

Supreme Court of the United States of America

Member

1998 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces

Member

1990 - Present

Jacksonville Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Supreme Court of Florida

Member

1990 - Present

Florida Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Member

1990 - Present

United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

Member

2010 - 2011

Jacksonville Planning Commission

Chairman

2009 - 2010

Jacksonville Planning Commission

Vice Chairman

2006 - 2009

Jacksonville Planning Commission

Commissioner

2006 - 2007

Jacksonville Bar Association

Chairman, Military Affairs Committee

2002 - 2009

Florida Justice Association

Eagle Member

1999 - 2002

Florida Bar Association

Judicial Evaluation Committee

1993 - 1994

Jacksonville Bar Association, High School Advocacy Team

Advisor

1988 - 1989

Student Bar Association, Mercer Univ. School of Law

President

1987 - 1988

Student Bar Association, Mercer Univ. School of Law

2nd Year Representative

Sample of Legal Cases

Turner v. Donzi Marine LLC.

$725,000 Jury Verdict

Confidential Settlement

$675,000.00

Confidential $2.69 million settlement

$2,690,000.00

United States Navy v. Unnamed Petty Officer

Not Guilty of all charges

$6.2 Million Dollar Verdict Against Shands Teaching Hospital Gainesville, Fl

6,219,000.00

Electrocution Claim Resulting in Below knee amputation $1.529 Million Settlement

1,529,000.00 Settlement

Confidential $4.5 Million Recovery for Client

$4,500,000.00

Ayers v. Obi

$2,035,000.00 Verdict for Plaintiff

United States v. SGT. Zorida Gomez

Full Aquittal in General Courts Martial

Gudal v. JD BYrider Auto Dealerships

Won Full Compensability and Death benefits

Gudal v. JD BYrider Auto Dealerships

Awarded Death Benefits for Widow /children

Confidential

750,000.00

Physical Evaluation Board of Marine Corp SGT.

Complete Medical Discharge and Medical Retirement

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Education

1989

Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law

Juris Doctorate

1982

Furman University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

Community Leadership that Makes a Difference

Zoning and Land Use

2008

Litigation Skills: A Short Course For Legal Assistants

Enhancing Your Interview Techniques

2007

FCCJ Conference on Career Futures

Opportunities in Legal Studies

2003

Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act

Deployment Rights including reemployment rights, fair credit practices and protections of mobilized service members afforded under the SSCRA

2001

Business Roundtable

Florida Workers Compensation

Publications

2007

Jacksonville Lawyer Magazine The River's Fab Four

Languages

English

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