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The Haggard Law Firm Our trial lawyers represent the rights of people seriously injured or killed through the fault of others. Offices in Coral Gables, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa.

About The Haggard Law Firm, P.A. Since 1972 The Haggard Law Firm, P.A. has represented the rights of people permanently injured or killed through the fault of others. We are passionately committed to our clients and stress the highest level of personal service, professionalism and case preparation. It is our top priority to develop and maintain a sound attorney/client relationship founded on mutual honesty, trust and teamwork providing the best results for our clients. With office in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Tampa serving clients nationwide, our firm handles all categories of personal injury and wrongful death claims, including those related to premises liability, automobile accidents, negligent security, crime victims, liquor/bar liability, pool drowning/drain entrapment incidences, sports injuries, and products liability. Our law firm and attorneys have received a variety of recognitions and awards including listings in Best Lawyers of America, Super Lawyers, Florida’s Legal Elite, The Million Dollar Advocates Forum, The Florida Justice Association’s Perry Nichols Award, TopVerdict’s #1 Verdict in Florida and more. Our firm has received the distinguished “AV” rating from the Martindale-Hubbell Directory, which is based on evaluations by other practitioners in the community and represents the highest rating obtainable. We serve our clients in state and federal courts throughout Florida and around the country, as well as several international jurisdictions. We believe that representation of injured persons does not stop in the office and in the courtroom. Whenever possible, we work with legislators to implement laws that permanently preserves and protects the rights of the public against injury and harm. This proactive approach mirrors our dedication to our clients and their causes. We have been honored that some of our verdicts have led to changes in the law, helping to protect the general public from unreasonable harm.

10/15/2026

The family of 5-year-old Bellamy Dawkins-Morris has retained The Haggard Law Firm following a fatal incident at Riviera Elementary School in Palm Bay, Florida. Bellamy lost his life when a heavy interactive display board fell on him while at school. 🙏🏼

In this news coverage with NBC Orlando (WESH 2), Maegan Bridwell speaks on behalf of Bellamy’s family, addressing the ongoing investigation and the urgent safety questions surrounding the circumstances of his death.

10/15/2026

🚨⚖NEW CASE RESULT ⚖🚨The Haggard Law Firm’s Douglas McCarron secured a $1.5 Million settlement in a fatal drowning case involving an autistic child in a retention pond located directly behind her home in St. Johns County, Florida.

McCarron’s investigation revealed the retention pond’s steep side slopes failed to comply with applicable requirements established by the St. Johns River Water Management District and the Florida Administrative Code.

The evidence also showed that neither the homeowners’ association (HOA) nor its management company had taken steps to address the pond’s compliance issues. The result included a policy limit settlement with the HOA.

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🚨⚖NEW CASE RESULT ⚖🚨The Haggard Law Firm's Douglas McCarron secured a $1.5 Million settlement in a fatal drowning case i...
10/15/2026

🚨⚖NEW CASE RESULT ⚖🚨The Haggard Law Firm's Douglas McCarron secured a $1.5 Million settlement in a fatal drowning case involving an autistic child in a retention pond located directly behind her home in St. Johns County, Florida.

McCarron's investigation revealed the retention pond's steep side slopes failed to comply with applicable requirements established by the St. Johns River Water Management District and the Florida Administrative Code.

The evidence also showed that neither the homeowners' association (HOA) nor its management company had taken steps to address the pond's compliance issues. The result included a policy limit settlement with the HOA.

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10/15/2026

The family of 5-year-old Bellamy Dawkins-Morris has retained The Haggard Law Firm following his death after an interactive display board fell on him at Riviera Elementary School in Palm Bay, FL.

Our Maegan Bridwell spoke with FOX Orlando on behalf of the family about the incident and the questions surrounding how it happened.

We are investigating the circumstances surrounding Bellamy’s death and seeking accountability for Bellamy’s family as they navigate this unimaginable loss.

Watch Maegan Bridwell’s interview with FOX Orlando below.

Our Maegan Bridwell‘s article published by the Daily Business Review on the “Cornell 7” case. Visit dailybusinessreview....
10/14/2026

Our Maegan Bridwell‘s article published by the Daily Business Review on the “Cornell 7” case. Visit dailybusinessreview.com to read the article.

10/14/2026

Michael Haggard Discusses Theme Park Safety on 11Alive

Following the deadly incident on the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia, The Haggard Law Firm’s Michael Haggard spoke with Atlanta’s NBC affiliate, 11Alive, about amusement park safety and the need for stronger protections.

With decades of experience representing victims and families in theme park and thrill ride accident cases, Haggard discussed the importance of mandatory double restraint systems and consistent safety standards across the country.

Haggard previously represented the mother of 14-year-old Tyre Sampson, who died in the 2022 Orlando FreeFall drop tower accident. That case brought national attention to ride safety and the need for stronger protections.

As investigators examine the Georgia incident, Haggard explains why guest safety must remain a priority at amusement parks nationwide.

10/14/2026

Following the roller coaster tragedy at Six Flags Over Georgia, The Haggard Law Firm's Kimberly Wald appeared live this morning on FOX 35 Orlando to break down post-accident investigations and the urgent need for federal ride safety standards.

In the interview, Wald highlighted: The critical inspection of restraints, sensors, and mechanical checks after a tragedy, how Florida’s Tyre Sampson Act created stricter state oversight and mandatory secondary restraints, and the dangerous gap in uniform federal regulations that leaves riders in other states unprotected

Wald and Michael Haggard worked with our client, Nekia Dodd, Tyre Sampson's mother, to secure accountability and drive Florida's new safety law. Every thrill-seeker in every state deserves mandatory secondary restraints and strict federal oversight.

10/13/2026

Following the death of one man and injuries of several others on the Goliath rollercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia, our Michael Haggard is speaking out on theme park safety and restraint protocols.

In this interview with NBC Orlando / WESH 2, Haggard emphasized the critical need for immediate precautionary measures.

The incident in Georgia has sparked widespread safety reviews across the country, including in Orlando. SeaWorld Orlando to temporarily close Mako, a hypercoaster manufactured by the same Swiss company that designed Goliath, Bolliger & Mabillard.

Haggard urge all parks should temporarily shut down rides built by the manufacturer until a thorough investigation determines the root cause and ensures guest safety.

This story and tragic case continues to develop.

10/13/2026

What does it take to build a career as a woman trial lawyer—and how much has the profession really changed?

🎙🚨⚖ In Episode 5 of Case & Cause Hosted by Michael Haggard ⚖🚨🎙, Michael sits down with two accomplished trial lawyers legendary California trial attorney Mary Alexander and Kimberly Wald, partner at The Haggard Law Firm for a candid conversation about the challenges, progress and realities facing women in trial law.

Recorded in Chicago during the National Training Institute, the conversation explores how the profession has evolved, the challenges women lawyers have faced, and the new heights women continue to reach in the trial bar.

Mary shares what it was like to build her career when she was often the only woman in the room, the importance of saying “yes” to opportunities, finding mentors and stepping into leadership.

Kimberly shares her own experiences, including being the only female plaintiff’s attorney in meetings involving dozens of law firms representing victims of a school shooting, while also highlighting the growing representation of women in leadership roles.

The conversation goes beyond representation. Michael, Mary and Kimberly discuss leadership, mentorship, service and the responsibility trial lawyers have to give back—including helping clients turn devastating experiences into advocacy that can help others.

And, of course, there are some great trial war stories along the way.

🎙️ Watch Episode 5 of Case & Cause Hosted by Michael Haggard on YouTube and listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Watch on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ww0F5isE384

Listen on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/0345mBj4L1lF900dsWvlpQ?si=7b15cae46bda47bb

Listen on Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/.../case-cause.../id6800387195

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Coral Gables, FL
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