Matthew Charles Erjavec

Matthew Charles Erjavec

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Lakewood Ranch, FL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident ... +3 more

8470 Enterprise Circle, Suite 300, Lakewood Ranch, FL

About Matthew

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 19 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2006

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Erjavec Injury Law

8470 Enterprise Circle, Suite 300, Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202

Erjavec Injury Law

8405 U.S. Highway 301, Parrish, FL, 34219

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Matthew Charles Erjavec's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, caring, and confident.

I was involved in a car accident. We were constantly getting calls and letters from the other person's insurance company as well as from Medicare. We tried to handle these as they came, however, I was in no condition to handle phone calls or paperwork for most of the following year. We talked to s...everal attorneys but could not get anyone to agree to handle it. My husband found Matt on AVVO and Matt agreed to talk to us. When we arrived, Matt was compassionate and immediately offered to take our case. It was not long after that surgery was needed. Matt handled everything. We are very thankful for the amount of the settlement that we received. We both are extremely pleased with Matt and his handling of our case. We highly recommend him!

Posted by Carlos | April 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Life saver!

My car had gotten flooded back in August 2016, brand new Toyota Camry, the adjuster had said it was a total loss and that everything should be solve within the next couple weeks. Unfortunately, it didn't go as smooth, and the insurance denied my claim. Despite the calls, letters, and emails to attemp...t to get in contact with them, nothing was being solved. I really felt like there was no one there to help me, I felt trapped and discouraged. After many months of looking for an attorney that could help my situation, where not one person was willing to help me, I found Mr. Matthew Erjavec. I cannot describe to you how much of a relief was when he said to me "I'll be able to help you". I was in such disbelieve when I had finally found someone that could help. Mr. Erjavec was very professional and straight forward, saying to me that this type of cases were hard. However, he didn't back down and did what he could to take care of my situation. Sure enough within a couple days, Mr. Erjavec sent a letter to my insurance and all of a sudden they replied, finally! After many attempts of me trying to reach out , yes it only took one letter. Mr. Erjavec is truly passionate about his job and he's really focused on the well being of others, unlike the other seven attorneys I spoke with and only care about the money. I am very thankful and will forever keep a good relationship with Mr. Erjavec. I am referring everybody I know to him because of the experience I've had myself, his law firm is like no other !

Posted by J Erlich | August 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

There when it counts

I hired Matt almost three years ago when I was hit on my motorcycle by a careless driver. I spent the next two years going through ten surgeries and going from wheel chair to crutch to cane. I was at a place in my life I couldn't care for myself and I needed a lot of medical attention. Matt handled a...ll my needs and was a real person when I needed someone to talk to. He went above and beyond the job. He came to the hospital , to my home and set up dr visits for me when I couldn't do it myself. My life was taken away from me and for a long time I wondered if I'd ever get it back. I watched myself transform from a successful young man into a destroyed handicap person. Matt assured me it would be alright and fought for me when the insurance tried to give me as little as possible . I had so many surgeries I watched my life I once knew turn into a new life of complete misery. I couldn't imagine what it would of been like in my condition had I hired another attorney. I felt like Matt was trustworthy and honest with me through the legal battle and in the end my expectations were met. Mind you a legal proceeding is not an overnight journey, it takes time and who you hire is a BIG DEAL! It took years of hell and patience but Matt never pressured me to sell myself short or settle for his benefit. Through the entire legal procedure he looked out for my best interest. I was a very needy client and my injuries are very serious. Had I not hired Matt I doubt I'd of gotten the personal attention from an attorney or the settlement I received. I am very grateful to Matt Erjavec ! Matt if you're reading this thank you for watching over me through the legal proceedings and getting me an unbelievable settlement. I will never forget your service! You're a one of a kind attorney and people would be crazy not to hire you.

Posted by Susannah | May 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Honest and Excellent

Last fall I was in a serious car accident and needed a personal injury attorney. Although I am an attorney, I don't practice personal injury, so I reached out to my fellow lawyers to get a referral. A trusted friend recommended Matt and we arranged to meet to discuss my case. I instantly found Matt t...o be straightforward and very honest. He laid out the pluses and minuses of my case along with his plan of attack. I felt he was very knowledgeable and signed a retainer with him that day. He immediately got to work on my case and made a point to keep me updated on the progress. He was always available by phone or email and I was never left wondering where my case stood. He did an exceptional job and got me a very fair settlement in only a few months. I would HIGHLY recommend him to anyone who is facing a personal injury matter. He made a difficult situation much easier.

Posted by anonymous | September 2, 2014

Wouldn't Use Anybody Else

Mr. Erjavec represented me last year after I was injured in a motorcycle accident. Mr. Erjavec and his staff were on top of every aspect of my case and made sure I always knew what was going on. They also took time to answer all of my questions and always made me feel like my case was very importan...t to them. Matt delivered great results for me and I cannot than him enough. I would recommend Matthew Erjavec, P.A. to anybody in need of a personal injury lawyer.

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Matthew Charles Erjavec's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Reynolds

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Warrick

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has a strong knowledge of the law and regularly offers sound (free) legal advice on this site."

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Sean Cleary

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Simon Kabzan

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this individual as a highly respected and knowledgable lawyer in their practice."

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Christopher Gaj

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Erjavec is a knowledgeable and aggressive attorney who knows how to get results quickly for his clients. I strongly recommend Mr. Erjavec for any of your legal needs."

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James Shields

Unknown lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible."

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Justin Shapiro

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Erjavec is a passionate and effective personal injury lawyer. His clients are more than satisfied with his results. I highly recommend him."

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Christopher Hersem

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is a hard working, knowledgeable attorney that fights for his clients and is well respected in the legal community. I am happy to endorse this lawyer."

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David Barrett

Unknown lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Matthew is well known in the legal community and committed to his clients."

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John O'Brien

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Joseph Soler

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt Erjavec is an experienced and dedicated personal injury attorney and an all-around good guy. I highly recommend him to anyone who has been injured and is seeking a trustworthy and powerful advocate."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Top 100 Florida Litigation Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2015

Best of 2014, Kudzu.com

2015

Top Contributor, Avvo.com

2015

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo.com

2012

Best of 2012, Kudzu.com

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Managing Partner, Erjavec Injury Law

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Winters & Yonker, P.A.

2004 - 2004

Clerk, Office Of The State Attorney Pinellas County

2003 - 2003

Clerk, Pennsylvania Office Of Attorney General

Associations

2016 - Present

Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Member

2015 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2014 - Present

Seminole Boosters

Member

2014 - Present

Pitt Alumni Association

Member

2013 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Member

2012 - Present

Legal Aid of Manasota

Member

2006 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Auto Accident - Venice, Florida

$150,000.00

Auto Accident - Bradenton

$120,000.00

Auto Accident - Lakewood Ranch

$150,000.00

Auto Accident - Lakewood Ranch

$300,000.00

Nursing Home Negligence -- Sarasota

$500,000.00

Auto Accident - Lakewood Ranch, Florida

$100,000.00

Auto Accident - Brandon, Florida

$100,000.00

Bicycle Accident - Sarasota, Florida

$100,000.00

Auto Accident - Bradenton, Florida

$100,000.00

Auto Accident - St. Petersburg, Florida

$110,000.00

Motorcycle Accident - Clearwater, Florida

$1,900,000.00

Auto Accident - Venice, Florida

$150,000.00

Auto Accident - Bradenton, Florida

$160,000.00

Auto Accident - Bradenton, Florida

$160,000.00

Premises Liability - Tampa, Florida

$200,000.00

Motorcycle Accident - Bradenton, Florida

$250,000.00

Medical Device - Lakewood Ranch, Florida

Confidential

Auto Accident - Client "At-Fault" - Bradenton, Florida

$400,000.00

Auto Accident - Sarasota, Florida

$850,000.00

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Education

2005

University of Pittsburgh School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Mission Mexico Fund Raiser

Love, Life, Hope

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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