While taking legal action may not be a priority for those who have lost a loved one, it is important for survivors of the decedent to consider retaining a wrongful death lawyer as soon as possible.
Traffic Violations
If you or a loved one were injured by a commercial truck driver and you wish to pursue legal action to receive the compensation you deserve, you will have to prove negligence on the part of the truck driver and any other parties you believe are responsible. To establish that the accident resulted due to negligence, your lawyer will establish the parameters of the truck driver’s duty of care and demonstrate that there was a breach of that duty that led to your injuries and related damages. A few common examples of negligence for truck drivers include texting while driving, speeding, running a red light or stop sign, and falling asleep at the wheel Due to the high-risk nature of truck drivers’ work, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations stipulate drivers must adhere to the following regulations: Maintenance of logbook detailing hours driven Documenting hours of service and rest breaks Adhering to scheduled and legally-mandated maintenance requirements Proper loading of truck cargo, including hazardous materials Non-use of controlled substances and alcohol Driving no more than ten hours per work day For a full list of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) related to truck drivers, click here.
Sex Crimes
In a 2010 report on physical and sexual assault in male prisons, 21 percent of the 6,964 inmates who participated in the study claimed to have been physically assaulted by a staff member and 1.98 percent claimed to have been sexually assaulted by a staff member. In both sets of statistics, staff-on-inmate physical and sexual assault occurred more frequently than inmate-on-inmate assaults of the same kind.
Fraud
Whistleblower lawsuits are complex, but our legal team has the know-how to handle your case. Our attorneys are experienced in litigating qui tam and other whistleblower claims, from healthcare fraud to defense contractor fraud, and we have the resources to cover the expenses associated with your lawsuit. We can...
Theft
Assault
Identity Theft
Companies with negligent cybersecurity practices put their customers at risk of financial loss, identity theft, harassment, and various other preventable hardships. These businesses should be held accountable for failing to protect sensitive data.
Kidnapping
Another type of police misconduct is wrongful arrest without probable cause. Arresting a person without probable cause is the same as a kidnapping, and it can have devastating financial, emotional, and physical consequences for the victims. Persons who are wrongfully detained may be entitled to compensation once they’re exonerated. Contact us to learn more about how our civil rights lawyers may be able to help.
Hit and Run
Being involved in a hit-and-run accident can be a terrifying experience. If the other driver leaves the scene, it’s important to stay calm and take specific steps to protect your rights and improve your chances of recovering compensation.
Morgan & Morgan’s business attorneys have successfully recovered millions of dollars in Florida courtrooms in cases involving a breach of contract and business tort claims. Our attorneys represent both businesses and individuals in contract lawsuits and have significant experience handling complex cases involving: asset-purchase agreements, construction contracts, commercial leases, employment contracts, business debts, licensing contracts, and many other types of agreements.
The process of recovering workers’ compensation benefits can be time-consuming and frustrating, but an experienced workers' compensation attorney could make it easier for you. If you or a loved one has been hurt on the job and your claim is denied, please fill out a free case evaluation form to learn more about how our workers’ compensation lawyers may be able to help you.
Wrongful Termination
Morgan & Morgan’s employment attorneys file the most employment litigation cases in the country, including those involving wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage theft, employee misclassification, defamation, retaliation, denial of leave, and executive pay disputes.
Employment Discrimination
Misclassifying a worker as an independent contractor to not have to comply with Equal Employment Opportunity Commission laws, which prevent employment discrimination
Employment Contract
Over the past decade, corporations have increasingly placed arbitration clauses into consumer and employment agreements and contracts.
Employment Litigation
The employment and labor lawyers at Morgan & Morgan have successfully pursued thousands of labor and employment claims for the people who need it most.
Severance Agreement
Is the combination of base cash compensation, deferred compensation, performance bonuses, stock options, executive perks, severance packages, and more, awarded to high-level management employees. Executive compensation packages have come under increased scrutiny by regulatory agencies and shareholders alike. If you face a dispute during the negotiation of your executive pay package, our attorneys may be able to assist you.
Sexual Harassment
Workplace harassment can also take the form of quid pro quo harassment. This means that the harassment results in an intangible change in an employee’s employment status. For example, an employee may be forced to tolerate sexual harassment from a manager as a condition of their continued employment.
Slip & Fall Accidents/Premises Liability Slip & fall lawsuits are a bigger deal than some think. After all, you didn’t just fall for seemingly no reason. This isn’t just a matter of you being a clutz. Those who slip and fall on someone’s property may find themselves with an injury that could have been avoided had the property owner not neglected to repair their broken facilities. Sometimes a grocery store or restaurant fails to clean up spilled food, drink, or cleaning solution. A railing could be loose. Steps could be loose and in poor condition. The list goes on.
Construction Litigation
Our experienced construction litigation attorneys represent owners, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and design professionals in disputes arising out of both public and private projects throughout Florida.
Property Damage
If you’re able, collect information at the scene, including photos of the accident, contact information for witnesses, and any visible injuries or property damage.
As America's largest personal injury firm, boasting an army of over 1,000 attorneys with offices in every state, Morgan & Morgan can be there for you, no matter where you are.
Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice is alarmingly common in the United States. In fact, a Johns Hopkins study found that medical errors kill more than 250,000 Americans every year, making it the third-leading cause of death behind only heart disease and cancer.
Auto Accidents
Social Security Disability
The attorneys at Morgan & Morgan understand the impact a denied Social Security Disability claim can have on an individual and their family, especially when these benefits are the applicant’s main source of income. More often than not, applications for Social Security disability are initially denied; however, an initial denial does not necessarily mean that the applicant is not entitled to benefits.
Dog Bites
Dog bites can be traumatic experiences, causing physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial burdens. If you or a loved one has been bitten or attacked by a dog, you should take your injuries seriously, seek medical attention, and get legal help for compensation.
Slip and Fall Injury
A slip and fall injury might seem minor at first, but the consequences can be long-lasting and severe. These accidents can lead to physical, emotional, and financial challenges, affecting nearly every aspect of your life. At Morgan & Morgan, we understand the profound impact slip and fall injuries can have, and we are here to help victims recover the compensation they deserve.
Accountants and accounting firms are held to strict professional standards. When they provide client services such as tax preparation, auditing, business consulting, and asset management, accountants must follow these standards at all times. In cases where an accountant fails to abide by rules of the profession, and their clients consequently suffers financial loses, accountants may be subject to a malpractice lawsuit for their errors and negligence.