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St. Augustine Tourist & Visitor Injury Attorneys

Advocating for Visitors Injured in St. Augustine’s Historic & Coastal Areas

Every year, St. Augustine welcomes millions of visitors to its historic district, beaches, and scenic tours. Accidents happen—falls, traffic collisions, water injuries, or rental-related incidents can turn a dream vacation into a crisis.

At St. Johns Law Group, our tourist injury attorneys, including personal injury lawyer Josh Saxon, advocate for visitors who are injured while vacationing. As the largest law firm in St. Augustine, with 12 attorneys and over 265 years of combined experience, we have both the legal strength and local insight to defend your rights—no matter where your home is.


Common Tourist Injury Scenarios

Tourists face unique vulnerabilities when visiting:

  • Slip-and-fall injuries in hotels, rental homes, or historic sites

  • Car or scooter accidents involving unfamiliar roadways or rental vehicles

  • Boating incidents—from jet ski crashes to boat collisions

  • Premises liability injuries in hotels, resorts, or Airbnb properties

  • Pedestrian accidents in crowded downtown or beach areas


Why Tourists Deserve a Local Advocate

  • Insurance & jurisdiction challenges for out-of-state visitors

  • Temporary stays require prompt legal attention—and delicate coordination from afar

  • Local knowledge of courts, medical networks, and evidence preservation is vital

  • True impact: time off the road, mounting medical bills, rental loss, and missed vacation days


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Florida Law for Tourist Injuries

  • Right to compensation is equal, regardless of residency

  • Premises liability laws, including “duty of care,” apply to hotels and rental properties

  • Comparative negligence may impact a claim if a visitor is partially at fault

  • Florida law generally requires filing a claim within 2 years of injury


What Compensation May You Recover?

  • Medical treatment and rehabilitation

  • Lost income (if applicable) or loss of vacation enjoyment

  • Pain, suffering, and mental distress

  • Property damage or costs for canceled plans

  • Wrongful death compensation for family members


Why St. Johns Law Group?

  • Josh Saxon — your vacation advocate with deep local insight

  • No Recovery, No Fee: You pay nothing unless we win

  • Tourist-focused support—remote communication and quick responses

  • Local infrastructure—from court support to medical referral networks

  • Dedicated & Responsive Service® every step of the way


We Practice Across Northeast Florida

We represent tourist injury victims across:

  • St. Augustine’s Historic District, beaches & attractions

  • Anastasia Island and coastal areas

  • Ponte Vedra & Nocatee vacation communities

  • Palm Coast & Flagler County

  • Jacksonville & Duval County

  • Adjacent areas in Southern Georgia


FAQs: Tourist Injuries in St. Augustine

Q1: Can I file a claim if I’m visiting from out of state?
Yes. Florida law protects visitor rights, and we can file on your behalf remote or in-person.

Q2: How do I handle medical treatment if I’m still traveling?
Seek emergency care immediately, then contact our team—we’ll coordinate continued treatment and claimant-transfer procedures.

Q3: Will rental or tourism companies handle my claim?
Not always. Formal claims often require legal support, especially in recovering full compensation.

Q4: Do I need to be back in Florida to file?
No. We handle all documentation remotely and can represent you in court without needing your physical return.

Q5: What’s the deadline to take legal action?
Generally 2 years, but faster action ensures proper collection of evidence and witness statements.


📞Ready to Get Help?

If you’ve been injured while visiting St. Augustine, you don’t have to navigate the legal system alone. Josh Saxon and our experienced team at St. Johns Law Group are here to advocate for you — so you can focus on healing, not paperwork.

📞Call (904) 495-0400 for your free consultation today — wherever you’re visiting from.

Your peace of mind matters — and we deliver the Dedicated & Responsive Service® you deserve.

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