Florida Toxic Tort Lawyers
When an Injury Changes Everything, You Need a Firm Built for Complex Litigation
Silva & Silva has been involved in cases where individuals and classes of individuals have suffered crippling injuries or death from exposure to toxic substances, like asbestos, mold, and carbon monoxide.
Hazardous Contaminants
Over the last few years, a new type of litigation has emerged as a direct result of recent medical research and publications, which have shown that our everyday environment is, in many instances, contaminated. Sick building syndrome occurs when building occupants experience acute health effects that appear to be related to time spent in the building.
Symptoms associated with sick building syndrome include nausea, dizziness, respiratory problems, coughing, wheezing, and eye, nose, or throat irritation, among others. Basically, the sources for sick building syndrome break down into two major categories: 1) Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (HVAC), and 2) contaminants. The list of contaminants is long and growing. The number one concern on the part of homeowners today is a naturally occurring gas called radon, which is currently the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. Off-gases from formaldehyde-based new carpet padding or fumes from synthetic fibers can also be irritants. Business machines and tobacco smoke add to the problem. Biological contaminants such as mildew, mold, dust mites, bacteria, and pollen rank among the leading potential culprits. Other pollutants are hazardous airborne particulates, such as asbestos and dust from oxidized lead paint.
Winning Toxic Tort Claims
Oftentimes, toxic substances affect large groups of people. Accordingly, class action lawsuits are a favored procedure for victims to pool their resources in cases against defendants with deep pockets.
To prevail in a toxic tort claim, plaintiffs must prove that:
- They were exposed to a dangerous substance;
- They suffered damages as a result of the exposure; and,
- The defendant caused his or her injuries.
Plaintiffs may recover money damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. In certain cases, where the defendant’s conduct is continuous and deliberate, punitive damages may be awarded. Moreover, an injunction may be obtained from the courts, requiring a defendant to stop the conduct causing harm.
Silva & Silva
Complex Cases. Courtroom Results.
From aviation disasters to structural collapses, our trial lawyers take on complex catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases that demand aggressive litigation and withstand scrutiny.
OUR MISSION
Case Results for Catastrophic Injury
& Wrongful Death Claims
Justice is not measured by numbers alone—but outcomes matter when accountability is denied. Our firm has secured landmark results for victims of negligence and mass harm, including:
For the Victims of the Champlain Towers
For the Victims of a Terrorist Attack
For a Victim of Medical Malpractice
For the Victims of a Wrongful Death Boating Accident
For a Victim of Negligent Security
For Victims of the FIU Bridge Collapse
Trial Lawyers for Serious Cases
Our Law Firm
Silva & Silva is not a volume-settlement firm. We focus on complex litigation involving catastrophic injuries and wrongful death.
With seven attorneys and a deep litigation support team, our firm prepares every case for trial from day one.
Founding partners Jorge E. Silva and Carlos Silva have built a reputation for handling high-stakes matters across Florida. Our attorneys collaborate closely on major cases to deliver strategic, aggressive representation.
Additionally, attorney Orlando Silva is both a physician and a lawyer — a rare and powerful combination in catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation.
Carlos Silva
Carlos E. Silva gives a voice to victims and families who have suffered traumatic injuries and tragic deaths as a result of tortious conduct.
Jorge Silva
Jorge E. Silva is passionate about protecting victims and families who have suffered catastrophic medical malpractice events.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
Clients often say the difference is in how they’re treated. They’re not just another case; they’re people going through something serious. With honest guidance, consistent communication, and a results-driven approach, Silva & Silva has earned the trust of clients who needed someone in their corner.
