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Melissa Arnold

Fort Lauderdale Injury Attorneys

Fort Lauderdale, Florida · 14 Years Experience

4.3/5.0 (207 client reviews) Avvo 7.6

About Melissa Arnold

Melissa Arnold founded Fort Lauderdale Injury Attorneys after spending years watching insurance companies shortchange injured workers across Florida. With 14 years of litigation experience, she has handled everything from simple strains to complex permanent disability claims. Her results-driven approach has earned her a reputation as one of Fort Lauderdale's most effective advocates.

Permanent DisabilityWorkers CompensationEmployer Retaliation

Practice Areas

  • Workers Compensation
  • Wrongful Termination
  • Discrimination

Frequently Asked Questions

Melissa Arnold works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in Florida. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.

Melissa Arnold handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Florida, including Permanent Disability, Workers Compensation, Employer Retaliation, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.

In Florida, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Melissa immediately after any workplace injury.

Yes — claim denials are one of Melissa Arnold's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 14 years of experience in Florida workers' comp law, Melissa knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.

Melissa Arnold primarily serves clients in Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding Florida area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Florida and were injured at work, contact Melissa's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.

Education & Credentials

  • J.D. Suffolk University School of Law
  • Bar Florida State Bar, admitted 2012
  • Mbr Florida Workers' Compensation Bar Association