Michael Hamilton Kugler

Michael Hamilton Kugler, an accomplished attorney at GoldLaw - Personal Injury Lawyers in West Palm Beach, Florida, has dedicated his career to securing justice for victims of negligence. Known for his tenacity, compassion and respect, he builds unique and honest relationships with his clients, demonstrating his commitment to fighting for their rights.

Starting his legal career at the Office of the State Attorney in Palm Beach County, Mr. Kugler gained extensive experience by prosecuting over 100 jury trials. His cases ranged from DUI to capital sexual battery to death penalty cases. As a key member of the Special Victim’s Unit, he prosecuted some of the most violent predators, providing a voice for child victims of sexual abuse.

In his pursuit of justice, Mr. Kugler has faced high-profile adversaries, including Mercedes-Benz, Toyota Motor Corporation, Fiat Chrysler and Michelin. He has successfully managed wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases against major hospital corporations such as Tenet, Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, Advent Health, Baptist Health and Cleveland Clinic.

Originally from Los Angeles, California, Mr. Kugler moved to South Florida on an academic scholarship to the University of Miami, where he obtained a degree in business administration. Before transitioning to law, he worked as a licensed stockbroker in the financial industry. He earned his law degree from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law, participating in multiple mock trial teams and serving as vice president of Nova’s trial organization.

Mr. Kugler's professional affiliations and contributions are noteworthy. He is a current commissioner and former chair of the Palm Beach County Commission on Ethics, co-chair of the Palm Beach County Bar Association’s Civil Practice Committee and a founding member of the Palm Beach County Sexual Assault Response Team. Additionally, he is involved with the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County and contributes to TrueCrime MTN, a YouTube channel covering high-profile trials. He has also appeared as a legal professional on local NBC and CBS television affiliates.

Mr. Kugler is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the Palm Beach County Bar Association, the Palm Beach County Justice Association and the Florida Justice Association. He has achieved notable recoveries for his clients, including settlements of $8.0 million for medical malpractice, $5 million for a birth injury, $3.25 million for a wrongful shooting incident, $1.9 million for severe burn injuries from a defective product and $800,000 for victims of sexual assault.