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Airbnb & Vrbo Injury & Wrongful Death Airbnb & Vrbo Injury & Wrongful Death$16.25 Million Settlement in Negligent Security Case Involving Fatal Shooting in Florida Short-Term Rental Community

June 3, 2026

The Haggard Law Firm Secures $16.25 Million Settlement in Negligent Security Case Involving Fatal Shooting in Florida Short-Term Rental Community Attorneys Pedro Echarte and Michael Haggard of The Haggard Law Firm, together with co-counsel Joey Rafaeli and Erik Feingold, secured a global settlement totaling $16.25 Million, along with additional confidential settlements, on behalf of the...

$2 Million Settlement in Fatal Child Drowning Case at Florida Resort-Style Short-Term Rental Property

Airbnb & Vrbo Injury & Wrongful Death Airbnb & Vrbo Injury & Wrongful Death Drowning Drowning Premises Liability Premises Liability$2 Million Settlement in Fatal Child Drowning Case at Florida Resort-Style Short-Term Rental Property

May 13, 2026

$2 Million Settlement in Fatal Child Drowning Case at Florida Resort-Style Short-Term Rental Property Lawsuit Raises Major Safety Questions for Vacation Rentals with Waterpark Amenities The Haggard Law Firm’s Adam Finkel and Michael Haggard have settled a fatal drowning lawsuit involving the death of a child at a large “resort-style” short-term rental property in...

Drowning Product LiabilityWARNING: Two Pool Drain Cover Recalls in One Week Raise Serious Entrapment and Drowning Concerns

May 12, 2026

WARNING: Two Pool Drain Cover Recalls in One Week Raise Serious Entrapment and Drowning Concerns Pool safety is back in the spotlight after the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced two separate recalls of pool drain covers in the same week, both due to violations of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Spa Safety Act...

Drowning Premises LiabilityPool Safety at Hotels, Apartments, and Vacation Rentals: Legal Requirements, Risks, and Accountability

May 1, 2026

Pool Safety at Hotels, Apartments, and Vacation Rentals: Legal Requirements, Risks, and Accountability For decades, The Haggard Law Firm has represented families in fatal and non-fatal drowning cases involving commercial properties—hotels, apartment complexes, and short-term vacation rentals. These tragedies are often preventable and frequently trace back to failures to follow established pool safety laws and regulations. As a firm committed...

Drowning Drowning$6 Million Settlement Following Fatal Child Drowning In Retention Pond

April 28, 2026

The Haggard Law Firm’s Pedro Echarte and Michael Haggard, along with co-counsel Christopher O’Toole, have secured a $6 Million settlement in a fatal drowning case involving a 2-year-old child. Child drownings remain one of the leading causes of accidental death for young children in Florida. When these incidents occur at apartment complexes or other residential...

$2.575 Million in Negligent Security Sexual Assault Case Involving Delivery Driver

Negligent Security Negligent Security Sexual Abuse Sexual Abuse $2.575 Million in Negligent Security Sexual Assault Case Involving Delivery Driver

April 15, 2026

$2.575 Million in Negligent Security Sexual Assault Case Involving Delivery Driver The Haggard Law Firm’s Maegan Bridwell, Kimberly Wald, and Michael Haggard secured a $2.575 Million recovery in a negligent security, sexual assault (abuse) case, demonstrating how property owners can be held accountable when their failures contribute to violent crimes—even when the assault...

Drowning Medical Malpractice Premises LiabilityTwo Haggard Law Firm Cases Among List of Top 10 2025 Settlements

April 6, 2026

Two Haggard Law Firm Cases Among List of Top 10 2025 Settlements The Haggard Law Firm is proud to announce that two of it cases were recognized among the Top 10 Premises Liability, Product Liability, and Medical Malpractice Settlements of 2025. These cases showcase the law firm’s commitment to holding negligent property owners accountable...

Negligent Security Negligent Security Premises Liability Premises Liability$18 Million Global Settlement after Florida Judge Strikes Defendant’s Pleadings for “Fraud Upon the Court”

March 31, 2026

Florida Judge Strikes Defendant’s Pleadings for “Fraud Upon the Court” After Concealing Insurance Coverage Osceola County, Florida — In a significant sanction ruling, a Florida circuit court judge struck the pleadings of a corporate defendant after finding clear and convincing evidence of fraud upon the court stemming from the intentional concealment of insurance coverage. The...

Sexual AbuseSexual Assault Awareness: Survivor Support and Legal Insight

March 31, 2026

April Is Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Know Your Rights and Resources April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month—a time to elevate the voices of survivors, provide critical information, and ensure those affected understand their rights and options. If you or a loved one has experienced sexual assault, support is available. You can contact the National Center for...

General Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Product LiabilitySeaWorld Ride Incident Renews Safety Discussion

March 10, 2026

Theme Park Ride Injuries: What Victims Need to Know After Reported SeaWorld Orlando Incident Theme parks and tourist attractions are designed to provide fun and excitement, but when accidents occur, guests can be seriously injured. Recent news media reports have highlighted an incident at SeaWorld Orlando, underscoring how quickly a day of entertainment can become a medical emergency—and...

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Airbnb & Vrbo Injury & Wrongful Death Airbnb & Vrbo Injury & Wrongful Death$16.25 Million Settlement in Negligent Security Case Involving Fatal Shooting in Florida Short-Term Rental Community

Airbnb & Vrbo Injury & Wrongful Death Airbnb & Vrbo Injury & Wrongful Death Drowning Drowning Premises Liability Premises Liability$2 Million Settlement in Fatal Child Drowning Case at Florida Resort-Style Short-Term Rental Property

Drowning Product LiabilityWARNING: Two Pool Drain Cover Recalls in One Week Raise Serious Entrapment and Drowning Concerns

Drowning Premises LiabilityPool Safety at Hotels, Apartments, and Vacation Rentals: Legal Requirements, Risks, and Accountability

Drowning Drowning$6 Million Settlement Following Fatal Child Drowning In Retention Pond

Negligent Security Negligent Security Sexual Abuse Sexual Abuse $2.575 Million in Negligent Security Sexual Assault Case Involving Delivery Driver

Drowning Medical Malpractice Premises LiabilityTwo Haggard Law Firm Cases Among List of Top 10 2025 Settlements

Negligent Security Negligent Security Premises Liability Premises Liability$18 Million Global Settlement after Florida Judge Strikes Defendant’s Pleadings for “Fraud Upon the Court”

Sexual AbuseSexual Assault Awareness: Survivor Support and Legal Insight

General Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Product LiabilitySeaWorld Ride Incident Renews Safety Discussion

June 3, 2026$16.25 Million Settlement in Negligent Security Case Involving Fatal Shooting in Florida Short-Term Rental Community

May 13, 2026$2 Million Settlement in Fatal Child Drowning Case at Florida Resort-Style Short-Term Rental Property

May 12, 2026WARNING: Two Pool Drain Cover Recalls in One Week Raise Serious Entrapment and Drowning Concerns

May 1, 2026Pool Safety at Hotels, Apartments, and Vacation Rentals: Legal Requirements, Risks, and Accountability

April 28, 2026$6 Million Settlement Following Fatal Child Drowning In Retention Pond

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