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I am a Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney in Panama City, Florida. I serve the 14th Judicial Circuit and other major cities in Florida.
After handling hundreds and hundreds of personal injury cases I realized the problem is not putting the case together - the problem is the people that keep causing injuries, most often, don't have the resources or insurance to pay for the problems they cause. Accordingly, buying Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage is an absolute must.
Secondly, if insurance is available, the insurnace companies have no problem letting the injured party ruin their case on their own. What you do after an injury is very, very important. You must get some information on how cases work and what you need to do make sure your case has the strongest chance of success.
This is where my focus is today. That is what my blog is about; what my books are about; what my videos are about; and what my practice is about. I wish you the best and hope you find something about my practice helpful to you.
I started in the field of Personal Injury Law in Law School when I worked as a clerk in Birmingham, Alabama for Tipler & Larkin all the way back in 1992. Steve Tipler taught me that handling cases properly is all about details, details, details. I have never forgotten that. Tom Larkin taught me you must know people in the community to be effective.
To this end, everyone must be treated fairly - no matter their occupation, status, or pay grade. I have done this and continue to do this each and every day.
I was born and raised in Panama City, Florida. I love the people and the community. I am married. My wife Carla and I have two children.
| Douglas Blake Dykes: | Member at The Syfrett, Dykes & Furr |
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311 Magnolia Ave Panama City, FL 32401-3124 |
| Website: | https://www.sdf-law.com/attorneys/douglas-b-dykes/ |
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Syfrett, Dykes & Furr
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The most common personal injury case arises from an automobile accident. Learning all I can about how these crashes happen, how the injuries occur, where the Defense attacks the injuries, and what motivates insurance adjusters and ultimately jurors to resolve these claims in my clients favor is something I do with a passion. I enjoy my profession, the law, and helping people put their lives back together after an auto accident.
This the broad category that encompasses all personal injury cases. From defective products to dog bite cases, this category covers them all. This category also includes "premises liability cases" where people are injured in stores and shopping centers.
Florida's Wrongful Death Statute specifically provides that its purpose is to shift the burden created in the wrongful death to the at-fault party. The damages available under the wrongful death statute are very specific and fully developing each area of damage is something I focus on doing with every wrongful death case. I personally handled all aspects of the litigation in the case of Davis v. Bruhaspati, Inc. This opinion was published by the First District Court of Appeal in 2005.
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Justice Association | Member | 2000 - 1900 |
| Bay County Bar Association | Member | 2000 - 1900 |
| Florida Justice Association | Member | N/A |
| Bay County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
| Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers Section | Member | N/A |
| Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers Section | Member | 2010 - 1900 |
| Florida Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney | Member | 2014 - 1900 |
| Florida Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney | Member | N/A |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
| Voted #2 Best of Bay | Panama City News Herald | 2014 |
| Florida Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney | Florida Bar | 2014 |
| Voted # 1 Best of Bay Attorney | Panama City News Herald | 2013 |
| Voted # 2 - Best of Bay for Attorney | Panama City NewsHerald | 2012 |
| Voted #1 Best of Bay Attorney in 2011 Reader's Choice Contest | Panama City News Herald | 2011 |
| Outstanding Adjunct Instructor | Gulf Coast Community College | 2007 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Coast Community College | Associate of Arts | 1990 |
| Florida State University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1991 |
| Florida State University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1991 |
| Samford University, Cumberland School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1993 |
| Samford University, Cumberland School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1993 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Davis v. Bruhaspati, Inc. et al. (First District Court of Appeal 2005) | Settlement for Estate of our client |
| Dursa v. State Farm | Verdict in favor of my client. |
| State | Number | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FL | 998443 | 1994 | 09/15/2021 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Word Association Publishers | Pursuing Justice for the Injured | 2012 |
| Word Association Publishers | The Ultimate Consumer Guide to Personal Injury Cases in Florida | 2008 |
| Word Association Publishers | The Ultimate Consumer Guide to Automobile Insurance in Florida | 2007 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Emerald Coast Chapter NASW | Florida Automobile Insurance | 2011 |
| Business Builders of the Emerald Coast | What is Your Plan in the Event of An Accident? | 2009 |
| Rotary Club | Florida Automobile Insurance | 2008 |
| Open to the General Public | Florida Automobile Insurance & What to Do After a Crash | 2008 |
| Students at A.D. Harris High School | Florida Automobile Insurance | 2007 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney | Syfrett & Dykes Law Offices, P.A. | 1993 - 1900 |
| Attorney | Syfrett & Dykes Law Offices, P.A. | N/A |
