Since 1995 · Serving Pinellas County, Florida

Employment Law, Civil Rights & Personal Injury Attorneys Serving Pinellas County, Florida

Marie A. Mattox, P.A. is a Tallahassee, Florida law firm representing individuals throughout Pinellas County, North Florida, and South Georgia. Founded in 1995, the firm focuses on employment law, police misconduct and civil rights law, and personal injury law.

Your fight is our fight.

A Brief History of Pinellas County

The name Pinellas comes from the Spanish phrase 'Punta Pinal,' meaning point of pines, a description applied to the peninsula by early Spanish explorers. Long before European contact, the peninsula was home to the Tocobaga people.

The peninsula was initially incorporated into the much larger Hillsborough County when that county was organized in 1834, and permanent non-native settlement began the following year when Odet Philippe, a French immigrant, became the area's first lasting resident.

Local residents eventually sought independence from Hillsborough County's government, and following a successful referendum, Pinellas became Florida's 48th county on January 1, 1912.

Pinellas County's Economy Today

Tourism remains a leading driver of Pinellas County's economy, with the county's beaches and cultural attractions drawing millions of overnight visitors each year and generating billions of dollars in economic impact.

The county also carries one of Florida's largest manufacturing bases, particularly in electronics and medical devices, and is home to the corporate headquarters of several nationally recognized companies in logistics, technology, and financial services.

Health care and life sciences have grown into major employment sectors as well, anchored by prominent hospital systems and a St. Petersburg innovation district that has attracted a growing number of startups and research-oriented firms.

Founded

1995

Experience

30+ Years

Jurisdictions

FL & GA

Consultation

Free

The firm represents individuals throughout Pinellas County, Florida who have been wronged in the workplace, subjected to civil rights violations, or injured through someone else's negligence. Cases are handled in state, federal, and appellate courts across Florida and Georgia, through negotiation where possible and litigation where necessary.

Florida and federal law protect employees from discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination. Marie A. Mattox, P.A. represents employees throughout Pinellas County, Florida in matters arising under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

The firm's employment law practice includes:

• Disability accommodation and FMLA leave disputes
• Workplace discrimination and harassment, including claims based on race, sex, age, disability, national origin, and religion
• Noncompete and restrictive employment contract disputes
• Retaliation and whistleblower claims
• Wrongful termination

The Fourth and Fourteenth Amendments protect individuals from police misconduct, excessive force, false arrest, and other civil rights violations committed by government authorities. Marie A. Mattox, P.A. has litigated civil rights cases throughout Florida and Georgia courts for more than 20 years and represents Pinellas County clients in these matters.

The firm's civil rights practice includes:

• Excessive force claims
• False arrest and unlawful detention
• Civil rights abuses occurring while a person is in custody
• Other civil rights violations by government actors

Serious injuries caused by car accidents, truck collisions, and negligence can leave victims facing medical bills, lost income, and long-term uncertainty. Marie A. Mattox, P.A. represents injury victims and holds negligent parties accountable, pursuing full compensation on behalf of clients throughout Pinellas County, Florida and Georgia.

The firm's personal injury practice includes:

• Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents
• Wrongful death claims
• Defective vehicles and road hazards
• Uninsured and underinsured motorist claims

Additional Legal Services

In addition to its primary practice areas, Marie A. Mattox, P.A. also handles business law, criminal defense, and family law matters for clients in Pinellas County and the greater Tallahassee area. Contact the firm directly to discuss whether these services fit your specific situation.

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