Morgan and Morgan's Practice Areas

Morgan and Morgan is a personal injury law firm with offices across Florida and other states. The firm handles cases where someone has been injured or harmed due to another person's or company's negligence or wrongdoing. Their main practice areas are car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall injuries, wrongful death, and medical malpractice.

The firm also takes cases involving defective products, dog bites, and premises liability — situations where property owners failed to maintain safe conditions. They handle both individual cases and class actions, where many people with similar injuries sue the same defendant together.

Morgan and Morgan operates on a contingency fee basis, meaning they collect payment only if they win your case or reach a settlement. You do not pay upfront legal fees. This structure is standard in personal injury law because it allows people without when ready cash to pursue claims.

Key Takeaways

  • Morgan and Morgan primarily handles personal injury cases where negligence or wrongdoing caused your injury, including car accidents, slip and falls, and medical malpractice.
  • The firm works on contingency, so you pay nothing unless they win or settle your case.
  • They take cases in Florida and other states, with multiple office locations, so geography may affect whether they can represent you.
  • Initial consultations are typically free, and you can discuss your specific situation with an attorney before deciding whether to hire them.
  • The firm handles both individual cases and class actions involving multiple injured people suing the same defendant.

Car and Truck Accident Cases

Car accident cases make up a significant portion of Morgan and Morgan's work. These include collisions caused by driver error, distracted driving, speeding, or drunk driving. The firm investigates how the accident happened, gathers police reports and witness statements, and works with medical providers to document your injuries.

Truck accident cases are handled separately because they involve different rules. Commercial trucks are subject to federal regulations about driver hours, maintenance, and cargo loading. When a truck causes an accident, the investigation often uncovers violations of these rules, which strengthens your claim. The firm pursues claims against the truck driver, the trucking company, and sometimes the cargo loader or truck manufacturer.

Slip, Fall, and Premises Liability Claims

Premises liability cases arise when a property owner or manager failed to maintain safe conditions or warn visitors of known hazards. A slip and fall in a grocery store, a fall from a broken staircase in an apartment building, or an injury from inadequate lighting are all premises liability claims. Morgan and Morgan investigates whether the property owner knew or should have known about the danger and whether they took reasonable steps to fix it or warn people.

These cases require proof that the hazard existed long enough that the owner should have discovered it, or that the owner was already aware of it. Security camera footage, maintenance records, and prior incident reports often become key evidence. The firm also handles cases where a property owner failed to provide adequate security, leading to assault or theft.

Medical Malpractice and Wrongful Death

Medical malpractice cases involve injury or death caused by a doctor, hospital, or other healthcare provider's failure to meet the standard of care. This might include surgical errors, misdiagnosis, medication mistakes, or failure to order necessary tests. These cases are complex because they require informed testimony from other medical professionals to establish what the standard of care was and how the defendant fell short.

Wrongful death cases arise when someone dies as a result of another person's negligence or intentional act. Morgan and Morgan pursues these on behalf of the deceased person's family members or estate. Damages in wrongful death cases can include lost wages the deceased would have earned, loss of companionship, and funeral expenses. These cases explore to deaths from car accidents, medical malpractice, workplace accidents, and other negligent or wrongful acts.

Product Liability and Defective Product Cases

Product liability cases involve injuries caused by a defective or dangerously designed product. This includes defective car parts, faulty medical devices, contaminated food or drugs, or unsafe children's products. The firm investigates whether the product had a manufacturing defect (something went wrong during production), a design defect (the design itself was unsafe), or inadequate warnings or instructions.

Product liability cases often become class actions when the same defect affects thousands of units. Morgan and Morgan may represent a group of injured consumers against a manufacturer. These cases require technical investigation, informed testimony about how the product failed, and evidence of prior complaints or recalls.

Dog Bite and Animal Injury Cases

Dog bite cases fall under personal injury law because the dog's owner is legally responsible for injuries the dog causes. Florida law holds dog owners liable for bites even if the dog had no history of aggression. Morgan and Morgan handles cases involving serious bites, infections, scarring, and psychological trauma from dog attacks.

The firm also takes cases involving other animals — horse injuries, exotic animal attacks, or injuries from animals kept on someone's property. These cases typically involve claims against the animal's owner or the property owner who allowed the dangerous animal to be present.

How to Contact Morgan and Morgan About Your Case

Morgan and Morgan offers free initial consultations. You can contact the firm by phone, through their website, or by visiting an office in person. During the consultation, an attorney will listen to what happened, ask questions about your injuries and medical treatment, and explain whether your situation fits within their practice areas.

Bring any documents you have: police reports, medical records, photos of the scene or your injuries, insurance information, and correspondence with the other party or their insurance company. The attorney will explain the process, discuss what compensation might be available, and tell you whether they can take your case.

If Morgan and Morgan declines your case, ask for a referral to another firm. Many personal injury attorneys work in networks and can recommend someone who handles the type of case you have.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Morgan and Morgan handle cases outside Florida?

Morgan and Morgan has offices in multiple states beyond Florida, including Georgia, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, and others. However, not every office handles every type of case, and some states have different laws. Contact the office nearest you to confirm they handle your specific situation.

What if I am partially at fault for the accident?

Florida uses comparative negligence, meaning you can still recover damages even if you were partly responsible, as long as you were not more than 50 percent at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. Morgan and Morgan will evaluate how fault is likely to be assigned in your case.

How long does a personal injury case usually take?

straightforward cases may settle within months, while complex cases involving serious injuries or disputed liability can take one to three years or longer. Medical malpractice and product liability cases often take longer because they require informed investigation. The firm will give you a realistic timeline based on your specific case.

What if the insurance company denies my claim?

Morgan and Morgan can file a lawsuit against the at-fault party if the insurance company denies your claim or offers too little. The firm handles the lawsuit from start to finish, including discovery, negotiation, and trial if necessary. You still pay nothing unless they win or settle.

Can I hire Morgan and Morgan if I have already hired another attorney?

Generally, no — you cannot have two attorneys representing you in the same case. If you are unhappy with your current attorney, you may be able to switch, but you will need to formally end the relationship with the first firm. Discuss this with Morgan and Morgan during your consultation.