Florida Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer · Since 1977

Over $250 Million Recovered. A 97% Success Rate.

When the stakes are your health, your family, and your future — James O. Cunningham brings over four decades of precedent-setting trial experience to fight for every dollar you deserve.

$250M+
Recovered
97%
Success Rate
40+
Years Experience

Recognized by the Industry's Highest Authorities

Avvo Rating
10.0 Superb
Martindale-Hubbell
AV Preeminent
The Florida Bar
Board Certified
National Trial Lawyers
Top 100
Super Lawyers
Florida Elite
Orlando Style Magazine
Attorney of the Year
Why Clients Choose James O. Cunningham

Battle-tested.
Principled.
Results-driven.

$250 Million+
Recovered

Hundreds of millions in verdicts and settlements won for Central Florida injury victims across four decades of practice.

97%
Success Rate

A documented record of winning — built on preparation, experience, and the willingness to take cases to trial when necessary.

Zero Risk
No Fee Unless You Win

Contingency-fee representation means you face zero financial risk. We only get paid when you do.

Board Certified
by The Florida Bar

Civil Trial Law Board Certification — one of the most rigorous credentials in the Florida legal community, held by very few attorneys.

Elite Recognition
Top Industry Authorities

Avvo 10.0 Superb, AV Preeminent, National Trial Lawyers Top 100, Super Lawyers, Florida Legal Elite, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

Personal Attention
Direct Representation

Your case is personally reviewed by James O. Cunningham — not delegated to a paralegal. You get experienced counsel from the first call.

Cases We Handle

Aggressive Legal Representation Across
All Major Practice Areas

Since 1977, the Law Offices of James O. Cunningham has fought for the rights of injured Floridians across a broad range of personal injury matters — with the same relentless commitment to maximum recovery every time.

Discuss Your Case
  • Car & Truck Accidents
    From minor collisions to catastrophic semi-truck crashes — maximum compensation including a $3.75M car accident recovery.
  • Wrongful Death
    Standing with grieving families to hold responsible parties accountable and secure the financial security they deserve.
  • Motorcycle Accidents
    Leveling the playing field against biased claims adjusters with aggressive advocacy and a proven record.
  • Medical Malpractice
    Holding healthcare providers accountable — including a $4.5M medical malpractice verdict on behalf of our clients.
  • Premises Liability & Slip and Fall
    Pursuing full accountability when property owners fail their legal duty to maintain a safe environment.
  • Aviation & Boating Accidents
    Complex accident cases requiring specialized experience — including a $1.7M aviation crash recovery.
  • Construction Accidents
    Injured workers deserve more than minimums — we recovered $2,990,000 in a construction accident case.
  • Product Liability — Roundup, Mesothelioma & Talcum Powder
    Pursuing full corporate accountability for dangerous products that cause life-changing harm.
  • Pedestrian & Amusement Park Accidents
    Investigating every angle of liability for those struck in crosswalks or injured at Florida attractions.
  • Nursing Home Abuse & Cruise Ship Accidents
    Fierce representation for vulnerable clients — nursing home neglect, abuse, and maritime injury claims throughout Florida.
A Legacy of Results

Selected Verdicts & Settlements

$4.5 Million
Medical Malpractice
$3.75 Million
Car Accident
$2,990,000
Construction Accident
$1.7 Million
Aviation Crash
$1.5 Million
Electrical Accident
$1.2 Million
Wrongful Death
$990,000
Motorcycle Accident
$775,000
Car Accident
$700,000
Boating Accident

Results depend on specific facts and legal principles applicable to each case. Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes.

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James O. Cunningham
Attorney at Law
Since 1977 · Orlando, Florida
10.0
Avvo Superb
About James O. Cunningham

Four Decades of Fighting for
the People of Florida

Since 1977, James O. Cunningham has dedicated his career to one mission: winning justice for people who have been hurt through no fault of their own. What began as a commitment to Central Florida accident victims has grown into one of the region's most decorated personal injury practices — with over $250 million recovered, a 97% success rate, and a legacy of precedent-setting verdicts that have changed lives and shaped Florida law.

Mr. Cunningham is a Florida Bar Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer — a distinction held by a small fraction of attorneys in the state, awarded only to those who demonstrate mastery of civil trial law through examination, experience requirements, and peer review. He is also NBLSC Board Certified, holds an Avvo Rating of 10.0 Superb, is rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, and has been recognized by The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, Super Lawyers, Florida Legal Elite, and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

At the heart of this firm is a simple pledge: open, honest, and fair representation from the first meeting to the last. Mr. Cunningham personally reviews every case submission and works relentlessly to pursue the maximum compensation you deserve. You pay nothing unless we win.

Florida Bar Board Certified NBLSC Board Certified National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum Attorney of the Year — Orlando Style Magazine
How We Work

From First Call
to Full Recovery

Every case follows a proven path — built on meticulous preparation, honest counsel, and the relentless pursuit of the maximum recovery your injuries demand.

1-877-FL-INJURY
1
Free Case Evaluation

Call 877-FL-INJURY or submit your case online. Attorney James O. Cunningham personally reviews all submissions — at no cost and no obligation to you.

2
Investigation & Strategy

We gather evidence, consult experts, assess the full scope of your injuries including long-term financial implications, and build a comprehensive legal strategy.

3
Aggressive Negotiation

Most cases settle before trial. We negotiate from a position of documented strength, with a trial record that insurance companies take seriously.

4
Trial-Ready Advocacy

When a fair settlement isn't offered, we take your case to court. Mr. Cunningham's precedent-setting verdicts demonstrate what happens when insurers underestimate him.

5
Full Recovery & Beyond

We don't close a case until you have received the compensation you deserve — covering medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and long-term costs.

"Mr. Cunningham is an excellent and knowledgeable attorney. I am extremely happy with the service he has provided for me and my family. I will definitely use Mr. Cunningham in the future if I ever need an attorney again."
— John, Personal Injury Client
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Nothing upfront. The firm works exclusively on a contingency fee basis — meaning if there is no successful recovery, you owe nothing. You pay only when we win your case.

The firm maintains a 97% success rate, built over decades of diligent case preparation, skilled negotiation, and aggressive courtroom advocacy on behalf of injured Floridians.

The firm handles car and truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, wrongful death, medical malpractice, premises liability, slip and fall, construction accidents, aviation crashes, boating accidents, nursing home abuse, product liability, and mass tort claims including Roundup, mesothelioma, and J&J Talcum Powder cases.

Throughout Central Florida — including Orlando, Lake Mary, Kissimmee, Daytona Beach, Debary, Deland, Inverness, Lakeland, Winter Haven, Tampa, The Villages, Mt. Dora, Clermont, Titusville, and Cocoa.

Seek medical attention first. Document the scene if you are able. Do not give recorded statements to insurance adjusters before speaking with an attorney. Contact our firm for a free case evaluation — early action protects your rights and your evidence.

Board Certification by The Florida Bar is the state's highest credentialing standard for attorneys. It requires demonstrated experience, a rigorous written examination, and peer review — and is held by only a small percentage of Florida lawyers. Mr. Cunningham holds this distinction in Civil Trial Law.

Every case is different. Mr. Cunningham evaluates not just your current injuries but also their long-term financial implications — including future medical costs, lost earning capacity, and pain and suffering — to pursue the maximum compensation your situation warrants. A free evaluation is the first step.

Justice Starts With a Phone Call

Your Recovery Begins
Today.

A free, no-obligation case review with attorney James O. Cunningham. No upfront cost. No risk. Just answers.

Main Office
500 Delaney Avenue #404
Orlando, Florida 32801
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Phone
(407) 425-2000 1-877-FL-INJURY (Toll Free)
Available 24 hours · 7 days a week
Email
jim@cunninghampilaw.com
Free 30-minute case evaluation
All submissions reviewed personally

Serving Central Florida

Orlando Lake Mary Kissimmee Daytona Beach Debary Deland Inverness Lakeland Winter Haven Tampa The Villages Mt. Dora Clermont Titusville Cocoa