A car crash, slip and fall, workplace accident can upend a person’s life. Trying to pay their medical bills, cover rent, and make up for lost wages can seem like an impossible task — especially if the insurance company has denied or undervalued their claim.… Read more
Timing is everything, especially when it comes to hiring a personal injury lawyer. Whether you got involved in a car accident, slipped and fell at a grocery store, or fell victim to an act of medical malpractice, acting with a sense of urgency represents the… Read more
Our firm handles a wide range of civil cases with the ultimate goal of helping the injured obtain compensation for their injuries and damages. If you need to file a claim or lawsuit in any of the following practice areas, get in touch with us for a… Read more
Legally reviewed by Garrett D. Lee, Trial Attorney at Morgan & Morgan, on June 10, 2024.
It’s common for insurance companies to… Read more
School should be a safe and protected environment. While the overwhelming majority of teachers, administrators, and school workers do an excellent job and deeply care for their students, incidents of negligence do occasionally occur. If you experienced a traumatic incident at your school, such… Read more
“Anything that can go wrong will go wrong.” – Murphy’s Law
There remains some debate as to the origins of Murphy’s Law. Legend has it that Edward Murphy coined the phrase in response to the failure of several new measurement devices. Murphy’s Law might have originated in a lab, but one… Read more
Whether you were out of state on vacation or turning at a stop sign by your home when you got in an accident, accidents always happen suddenly and without warning. After sustaining injuries, you may quickly realize that the insurer will do whatever it takes to minimize or outright deny your… Read more
What happens if someone falls on your property? They may seek legal help, and you could be liable for their injuries and damages in certain instances. Someone falling and suffering an injury on your premises can be stressful and worrying. You may be concerned about being liable for the… Read more
Airbags are supposed to save lives and protect us in an accident. However, defective airbags, such as those manufactured by Takata Corporation, could be ticking time bombs. Although subject to several recalls, vehicles on the road today may still contain dangerous airbags. When they deploy… Read more
Personal injury lawsuits require patience, attention to detail, and much more, but they don’t legally require the plaintiff to retain an attorney. However, although there’s no legal obligation, their experience and legal knowledge can help guide you through… Read more
Attorney Ashley Winstead's father suffered a severe accident that changed the course of their lives.
The injury was so debilitating that he was never able to work again,… Read more
In a recent safety advisory, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a stern warning to the owners of nearly 84,000 older Nissan vehicles in the United States. Equipped with unrepaired Takata airbags, these vehicles pose a… Read more
A defect in a construction project can lead to disaster. When building owners and operators rely on builders, engineers, and architects, they expect high-quality work.
A failure to provide reliable construction services can cause significant property damage. In some instances,… Read more
In the event that you are helping someone else to file a lawsuit and they're hoping to recover pain and suffering, you may have questions about the best way to gather this information. If you are curious about how to calculate pain and suffering costs for a friend, it's a good idea to gather as… Read more
You waited for this day to arrive for a long time. After months of numerous legal maneuverings, your slip and fall lawyer has finally reached an agreement with the other party to settle your case. The combination of lost wages and rapidly mounting medical… Read more
The aftermath of a personal injury incident can trigger a considerable amount of stress, which you need to shake off before following a few steps that help you receive just compensation for any injuries sustained. First, you notify the proper authority,… Read more
They say timing is everything, and the saying has special relevance for victims of personal injury incidents.
As the home of the Daytona 500 and the epicenter of annual… Read more
If you or a family member suffered an injury in a work accident, you might wonder how to pay for medical treatment and income loss. Fortunately, most workers injured in Jersey City qualify for workers’ compensation benefits such as wage replacement, medical care, and others.
However,… Read more
Usually, motorists can avoid driving in flooded roadways by following flood watch warnings. But in the case of extreme storms like Tropical Storm Colin, which has caused extensive flooding around here in the St. Petersburg area this week,… Read more
A Mecklenburg County woman filed a lawsuit Friday alleging a stampede sparked by pop star Gwen Stefani at her PNC Pavilion concert in Charlotte, North Carolina last year left the woman with a broken leg.
At the July 2016 concert, Stefani… Read more
Explosions occur when substances catch fire or react in a way that they expand rapidly and violently. Blasts in homes and businesses can occur in a variety of forms, from ignited flammable dust to steam bursts to natural gas leaks that come into contact with flame. The force of explosions is so… Read more
Derrick R. Connell is the managing partner of the Melbourne and Titusville, Florida offices of Morgan & Morgan, P.A. Derrick’s primary practice focuses on representing clients injured in serious automobile collisions, wrongful death, premises liability, general personal injury cases, and… Read more
Personal injury lawyers in Kissimmee handle a wide variety of cases, including car accidents, slip and falls, product liability, and medical malpractice. With dozens of attorneys practicing personal injury law in Kissimmee and throughout Central Florida, how… Read more
Even when you live in paradise, accidents and injuries can happen. If you or a loved one has been injured, it’s important that you speak to an experienced personal injury attorney who can help you determine what your next steps should be.… Read more
When you suffer a serious injury, it’s easy to feel like you’re alone. In addition to the physical and emotional pain, medical bills and lost wages can quickly cause tremendous financial strain. How are you ever going to pay for all this and move on with your… Read more
Falling victim to a personal injury incident can create a wide variety of problems, some of which can produce long-term negative consequences. Some of the injuries sustained require months of treatment and rehabilitation sessions, which can run medical bills… Read more
If you sustained one or more injuries as the result of a personal injury incident, you should follow a series of steps that help you to recover from financial losses. Whether you got involved in an accident or another party committed one or more acts of… Read more
Employees in the state of Indiana are guaranteed certain rights by law. Workers who are hurt while performing their job duties should not have to manage the costs and losses on their own.
When it comes to seeking medical care, the simple truth is this: most of us seek medical care to feel better, not worse. While that may seem obvious, unfortunately, for many people, that doesn’t always end up being the case. You may have gone to a medical provider you trusted with the… Read more
If you are considering filing a medical malpractice claim, it is only understandable that you’re probably wondering what the process will be like. How are settlements and verdicts reached? How long does it usually take? And what might your case be worth?
At Morgan and Morgan, we… Read more
Many workers who experience injuries on the job may feel the need to ask, “How does workers’ compensation work?” The answer is somewhat simple, but the process for getting the workers’ compensation that you need and deserve can be complicated. That’s why many work accident victims turn to… Read more
According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), falls result in more than eight million hospital emergency… Read more
Though patients assume that their doctor and pharmacist are fully informed and have made the best possible decisions for their health, sometimes prescription drug errors can put the lives of patients at serious risk. There are two major types of prescription drug errors that are pervasive within… Read more
According to a study released by the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI)… Read more
Atlanta, Georgia, is one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the United States. From 2015 to 2020, metro Atlanta experienced a population surge of … Read more
This summer has been hot — and will get hotter. For the first time since temperatures started being recorded, forecasters say all 50 states will experience above-average temperatures for at least the next three months, according to the National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center. This… Read more
If you or a loved one suffered a personal injury, the potential costs of hiring an attorney could weigh heavily on your mind. Victims often face steep medical bills, property damage, and other expenses related to their injury and, understandably, are hesitant to incur additional costs. … Read more
Living in an apartment has many advantages. Typically, a landlord or property management company deals with many of the headaches that homeowners could face.
But accidents and injuries can happen anywhere, even in your apartment. When an apartment fire happens and you become… Read more
If you have been hurt in an accident or have sustained an injury in Las Vegas, it is important to speak with a qualified attorney as soon as possible. This can help you to ensure that you can recover the compensation that you deserve.
If you are wondering how to hire a personal… Read more
When you’re looking for a ride, your safety is a top priority. But what are the differences between traditional taxis and newer rideshare services like Uber? Are taxis safer than Uber or other rideshare apps?
Many people have heard of a “characters for hire” lawsuit. Still, most people are unaware of what type of legal action these lawsuits are.
If you are wondering, “What is a characters for hire lawsuit?” read on. A characters for hire lawsuit involves the legal domain known as “… Read more
Do-it-yourself culture is big in America. The internet has accelerated the tendency to forego professional help and figure things out for ourselves. Being self-reliant can increase confidence and resilience, help us learn new things, and save money.
But there are some things you shouldn’… Read more
Tennessee could revisit a bill that would allow employers to opt-out of the state’s workers’ compensation insurance program and instead purchase their own through a private insurer. The… Read more
If your insurance protects your property against sinkholes, you may want to file a claim after sinkhole damage. The claims process seems pretty straightforward on paper, except when it's time to implement it in real life. The truth is that your insurer will not immediately approve your claim.… Read more
With the emergence of vaping and e-cigarettes in the past decade, federal and state crackdowns on the products - many of which were untested - were inevitable. Philadelphia may have stringent laws about vaping, but most of Pennsylvania… Read more
Do you own a Ford Focus? Understanding the mechanical problems common with this vehicle could save you time, money, and injury.
A class action lawsuit, consumer complaints, and repeated manufacturers' recalls offer evidence of the difficulties experienced by a large number of Ford Focus… Read more
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A massive fire engulfed a marina in Lake Texoma, TX Wednesday, injuring a contract worker and burning nearly two dozen boats.
The fire spread from boat to boat{: target=_blank} until… Read more
A self-driving car operated by Uber struck and killed a woman crossing a street in Tempe, Arizona, on Sunday, March 18, raising safety concerns about just how ready these vehicles are to be driving on roads in our communities.
Although the vehicle had a human driver sitting in the driver… Read more