My question involves bankruptcy in the state of: Florida

I was involved in a car accident 3 years ago. I am suing the other driver as it was his fault and I had injuries resulting in surgery on my arm. The defense Attys are saying my arm was injured before the accident or after the accident as I didn't complain about my arm being sore for about 3 weeks after the accident. So they are fighting it and we still have a ways to go. We do not have a court date until Jan 09. Depositions have not been done yet.
As the result of this accident I took a huge loss. Had to purchase another car and took a bad hit. Missed work with little pay for over a month...on and on.
Creditors call all the time and I cannot keep up.
Can I file bankrupt with an impendig lawsuit? I may only get a small amt and the Atty gets 1/3. It may settle low. I originally thought to pay off all debts with lawsuit funds but I am doubting I will recover.
Can I file bankrupt with impending lawsuit that doesn't go to court for another 8 months?