Tampa Personal Injury Attorneys
At Hancock Injury Attorneys we have helped our injured clients beat the insurance companies and recover what they deserve since 1996. In addition to over 30 years of experience in personal injury litigation, Attorney Mike Hancock has insider secrets from his background as a former insurance defense attorney to beat the insurance companies at their own game; we always stay one step ahead.
Yes, Hancock Injury Attorneys is not a big “advertising” firm that you hear about constantly, and we like it that way. This way we are able to give each and every single client a personalized experience and make sure they feel like they are a part of our family.
Why do we this? Because no one protects you more than family. We understand the importance of family and believe we aren’t just representing our clients, but our clients’ families as well. When you come in, you will meet with Attorney Mike Hancock; not a paralegal or assistant. He will be involved in every single part of your case. You should always feel welcome to call Attorney Mike Hancock but hopefully, you feel like you will not have to, as our goal is always to keep you updated to the fullest extent with the assistance of our experienced paralegals.
At Hancock Injury Attorneys, we only represent those injured by another’s negligence. This includes those injured in car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip or trip and falls, product liability accidents and those involved in a wrongful death accident or with a traumatic brain or spine injury. Following our promise to provide exceptional client care, we do not take any fees unless we win your case. We also will never take more money than our client for a case, even if that means reducing our fee.
Our connection with our community is important to us. Mike not only works in the Carrollwood community but also lives in the community and contributes his time to Carrollwood organizations. This includes the North Tampa Bar Association, the Carrollwood Civic Association and the Carrollwood Area Business Association.
Below are just a selection of the honors and awards Hancock Injury Attorneys have received. For more information on our individual lawyers Mike and Claire Hancock.
Our Client-Centered Approach
Our Vision
Show our community what exceptional client-care looks like.
Our Mission
To protect our community every day by providing exceptional legal representation. Using our core values of strength, intelligence and compassion, we seek to exceed expectations of our clients every day.
We know our client on a first-name basis – and our clients know us. Our phones are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We will answer your questions, make recommendations and provide you with a free, confidential evaluation of your injury claim, all without obligation to use our legal services.
We believe in protecting our community. We make our community a safer place by holding those negligent accountable for the safety rules they break and the harms and losses they cause.
We are compassionate and caring. We have a family, too. When you contact us, Mike Hancock will personally speak with you on the phone or answer your questions by e-mail. After that, if you decide to proceed, you will personally meet with Mike to further discuss your claim. You will be listened to, your questions answered and we will and take as much time as necessary to answer them all.
We are smart. We know that we simply can’t bully our way into results by shouting “we are aggressive” or “we are tenacious.” Insurance companies and the attorneys they hire aren’t impressed with such advertising or slogans. Investigation is important. Preparation is necessary. Strategy is critical. Experience counts. With more than 40 years of combined experience on both sides of personal injury claims, Mike Hancock and Claire Hancock know how to successfully achieve justice in your personal injury, wrongful death and insurance claims.
We are strong. Our record of success is known throughout Florida. Our opponents know who we are and take us seriously. They know that we go into every case with the goal of achieving justice and holding the negligent parties and their insurance companies accountable for the harms and losses they inflict, and achieving nothing less than full compensation for our clients.
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Awards And Recognitions
AV-Preeminent* Rated Tampa Personal Injury Attorney
Mike Hancock has earned the AV-Preeminent* rating for legal proficiency and ethical standards from Martindale-Hubbell and lawyers.com. The Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ are an indicator of a lawyer’s high ethical standards and professional ability based on the confidential opinions of local attorneys and judges. An “AV” rating is the highest possible rating and means that the lawyer has been rated by other attorneys and judges in terms of professional ability and professional ethics. Only 5% of attorneys in the US have this rating.
Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected peer review publication in the legal profession. Recognition in Best Lawyers is widely regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor, conferred on a lawyer by his or her peers. For more than three decades, our publications have earned the respect of the profession, the media, and the public, as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals anywhere.
Florida Super Lawyer
In 2011, 2012, 2013, 2017 and 2018, Mike Hancock was named one of Florida’s SuperLawyers. Only 5% of Florida attorneys are chosen each year for this distinctive honor. Florida’s SuperLawyers are attorneys who undergo a statewide nomination process, independent research on each candidate and then recognition by other attorneys and judges for the excellence of their legal skill.
Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Mike Hancock is a proud member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum – recognition for the numerous verdicts and settlements in excess of $1 million that the Tampa personal injury attorneys at Hancock Law Firm have obtained for our clients. Please see our client testimonials and examples of our notable verdicts and settlements.
Tampa’s Top Rated Lawyer
In 2016 and 2012, Mike Hancock was named one of Tampa’s Top Rated Lawyers. Tampa personal injury attorneys are chosen for inclusion based solely on a vote of his or her peers, earning the distinction of reaching the highest level of ethical standards and professional excellence. Attorney Mike Hancock was voted one of Tampa’s Top Attorneys for Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Litigation. The list of 132 lawyers was peer-selected by over 11,000 attorneys across Tampa Bay and includes only four Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Litigation attorneys.
Top 100 National Trial Lawyers
The National Trial Lawyers is a professional organization composed of the premier trial lawyers from across the country who exemplify superior qualifications as civil plaintiff or criminal defense trial lawyers. This national organization provides networking opportunities, advocacy training, and the highest quality educational programs for trial lawyers.
Lead Counsel Rated
The Lead Counsel Verification was established in 1997 as a quality assurance tool consumers and businesses can use to quickly and easily evaluate a prospective attorney’s ability and credibility. When you see the Verification, you can be assured the attorney has met strict qualification standards that include:
- Professional Experience
- Peer Recommendations
- Spotless Disciplinary Record
Law Firm 500 2016, 2018 Honoree- One of the Fastest Growing Law Firms in the Country
Hancock Injury Attorneys was recently honored as one of the fastest-growing law firms in the country. Please check out the press release and more information by clicking here.
A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau
Hancock Injury Attorneys received an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for our excellent reputation and our commitment to make a good faith effort to resolve any consumer complaints. Factors that have raised Hancock Law Firm’s rating include the length of time we have been operating, since 1996, that no complaints have been filed with the BBB and that the BBB has sufficient background information to grant this highest rating.
CNBC
Featured in an article on CNBC for Attorney Claire Hancock’s business advice on how to stay organized and multitask in a high-demand career. Read the article here.
Florida Trend’s Florida Legal Elite
Less than 2% of active Florida Bar members practicing in Florida appear among the exclusive Florida Legal Elite. Now in its 18th year, Florida Legal Elite presents the state’s top licensed and practicing attorneys selected by their peers.
Best Law Firm 2022
Over 15,000 law firms across the country are reviewed and ranked by U.S. New and Best Lawyers each year. Rankings are based on a thorough evaluation of peer evaluations, client reviews, and more.