John Morgan is known for many things: he’s a prolific lawyer, the head of America's largest injury law firm, a mainstay on televisions across the nation—and in recent years, he has become "Pot Daddy." The 420-friendly persona was bestowed on John due to his… Read more
Ryan Christopher Rodems was born in Buffalo, New York, in December 1966 and moved to Lakeland, Florida, in 1973.
Mr. Rodems has been a member of the Florida Bar since 1992 and is admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court, Middle District and Southern District of Florida and the U.S… Read more
On March 26th, 2024, The Francis Scott Key Bridge, a major bridge in Baltimore, collapsed after being struck by a freighter, sending a large section of the bridge into the Patapsco River and taking several people down with it. Morgan & Morgan is standing by the victims of this… Read more
Train accidents can be catastrophic, potentially affecting the lives of countless individuals and causing considerable damage to the health, property, and well-being of those caught up in the disaster.
How common are train derailments, and how do trains derail? According to the… Read more
What: The Electric and Stovetop Pressure Cookers
Who: … Read more
No other battery can store as much energy as a lithium-ion battery, but the extra hours of power they provide electronic devices comes with a trade off; they occasionally burst into flames.
Only a small percentage of all products with lithium-ion (li-ion) batteries combust. Several high-… Read more
Several studies have linked Lipitor and other cholesterol-lowering statin drugs to an increased risk of diabetes, particularly in middle-aged and older women.
It is believed that the maker of Lipitor, Pfizer, Inc., failed to… Read more
The attorneys at Morgan and Morgan investigated potential lawsuits on behalf of patients who were treated with the anemia drug Omontys.
The FDA has announced that all lots of the drug have been recalled due to reports of serious allergic reactions, some of which resulted in… Read more
According to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), violent crimes in the state increased by 2.3 percent in 2020 compared to the previous year. However, Lakeland property owners… Read more
Whether it is the culmination of a bad day or the incident that ruins a good one, getting involved in a car accident represents one of life’s most unpleasant events. After the initial shock wears off, you should follow a series of steps that set you up for… Read more
Polk County is leading the charge in an effort to remove bureaucratic obstacles standing in the way of veterans’ spouses receiving the benefits they are entitled to. By simply revising the death certification issuing process, Polk County is creating an policy that could help thousands of spouses… Read more
For the past thirteen years Essure has been heralded as the only nonsurgical method for permanent birth control. The now decades-old device, manufactured by Bayer HeathCare, is increasingly being linked to a number of … Read more
Tomorrow, The Florida Supreme Court will vote on the recommendation to abandon the Daubert Standard in favor of the Frye Standard. The Florida attorneys at Morgan & Morgan have rallied behind this cause with the hope of reforming the rules of evidence in Florida. Of the 100… Read more
To raise awareness about motor vehicle safety, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will be kicking off its Safe Cars Save Lives bus tour this week. The public safety campaign will see NHTSA staffers traveling through four southern states to raise public awareness about… Read more
You put a lot of trust in other people when you drive your car or ride your motorcycle. You trust that when you’re riding in your lane, oncoming traffic will stay in its own lane. In 2006, a Morgan & Morgan client from Seminole County, Florida, certainly held this belief.
A train crash at the 69th Street Transportation Center in Upper Darby, Penn., overnight left at least 42 people injured in a collision that resulted in what one passenger has called a “bloody scene.”
At about 12:10 a.m. Tuesday, a Norristown High Speed Line train carrying passengers… Read more
If you are afraid to ride in a helicopter, you’re not alone, and your fear is justified. According to the U.S. Helicopter Safety Team (USHST), the rate of fatal helicopter crashes in the U.S. actually climbed significantly… Read more
On Tuesday night, August 2, 2022, the U.S. Senate voted to pass the … Read more
What: 42 Gree dehumidifier models with brand names Kenmore, GE, SoleusAir, Norpole, and Seabreeze. (See full list below)
What: 11-Speed Bonded Hollowtech II Road Cranksets
Who: … Read more
What: The 8oz and 12oz CUPKIN Double-Walled Stainless Steel Children’s Cups.
Who:… Read more
Trulicity is a well-known medication used to treat diabetes and promote weight loss. However, it's important to be aware of its potential side effects before deciding if it's the right choice for you or your loved one. Unfortunately, the manufacturers did not fully disclose all the side effects… Read more
You’ve probably seen Ozempic commercials on TV many times. This self-injected drug promises to treat Type 2 diabetes and, to some extent, promote weight loss. At least, that’s what Novo Nordisk, the manufacturer, wants you to know. However, what you don’t see in these commercials is that this… Read more
When choosing the nursing home for your loved one, you likely did your homework, ensuring that the facility would offer them the utmost care. Unfortunately, despite those efforts, there are cases when the unthinkable can happen. Elder abuse does occur in nursing home facilities, even though it… Read more
Women who suffered mesh complications after undergoing pelvic organ prolapse repair surgery with a trans vaginal mesh may have legal recourse. On July 13, 2011, the FDA announced that patients undergoing pelvic organ prolapse repair with a surgical mesh may be at a greater risk for mesh… Read more
It has come to our attention that some users of Mounjaro, a popular self-injected drug used to treat Type 2 diabetes, have reported serious side effects. One of the most concerning Mounjaro side effects is gastroparesis, which is essentially a "paralyzed stomach." The major issue here is that… Read more
The following product recalls have been announced this week—make sure you’re in the know.
Tesla Cybertrucks
Carlos had just started college, enjoying the typical experiences of a young adult—working, hanging out with friends, and embracing life's possibilities. Like many his age, the thought of needing a lawyer was far from his mind. But then, everything changed in… Read more
The internet is filled with resources that allow us to quickly find answers, which makes it seem like we can be experts at anything. But “Googling” has its limits, especially when the question deals with a complex subject.
Most people do not understand all the different laws that can… Read more
You may be eligible for federal disability benefits if you are not able to perform your job because of a medical condition. Because the federal disability retirement system is very complex, having expert legal representation is crucial. Currently, two systems provide federal disability benefits… Read more
Hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, is a technique for extracting oil and gas reserves from deep underground rock formations using a pressurized mixture of liquids and chemicals. Fracking has only been around for about 20 years. Within that time, it has led to a historic boom in the United States… Read more
The topic of police brutality has dominated headlines throughout the United States for many years. Unfortunately, this problem is still rampant across the country. This article covers some of the most important things you need to know about police brutality in the United States.
Police… Read more
On April 13, 2023, Moen, a company known and centered around their diverse selection of designed kitchen and bath faucets, showerheads, bath safety products, and other home appliances, in collaboration with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (… Read more
At Morgan & Morgan, our aviation attorneys have years of experience handling accident lawsuits, including those arising out of airplane and helicopter accidents. When presented with an aviation accident claim, our Lexington office will work… Read more
From a simple check-up to a major surgery, doctors have a standard of care to perform, and they generally do. The result is an educated, steady hand working to maintain your health.
Occasionally, though, doctors fail to meet the standard of care expected of them. Mistakes or negligence… Read more
Following the Civil War, the Veterans Administration (VA) was born, charged with caring for veterans by providing pensions and disability payments, as well as medical care. It is now known as the Department of Veterans Affairs.
But poor funding, personnel shortfalls, and sometimes… Read more
The following product recalls have been announced this week—make sure you’re in the know.
Fortress Safe Gun Safes
Yet another Mississippi Highway Patrol trooper narrowly avoided catastrophic injury last weekend when his vehicle was hit by an oncoming driver while he was helping a stranded motorist on the side of the road. This comes shortly after last week’s… Read more
Nearly 80 acres of Egmont Key, an island located off the coast of St. Petersburg, were torched last week after a raging wildfire. The fire on Egmont Key was sparked by lightning and continued for several days. As Egmont Key is a Florida State Park and has no human residents, there were no… Read more
The fall season is underway and with that, it also means more deer will be wandering onto a roadway and may cause an accident between drivers and deer, which may result in injuries and fatalities. However, drivers can stay safe on the road by knowing what to do, when they encounter a deer.… Read more
It looks like last years’ repairs to the Venetian Causeway weren’t enough to get the job done, because the bridge was closed yet again last month, according to the Miami News Times.
This closure impacted all residents who need to cross Biscayne Bay on a daily basis, but for our city’s… Read more
Last Thursday, Superior Court Judge James F. Lang gave final approval on a $143 million settlement resolving the class action lawsuit … Read more
A huge development in the ongoing IKEA furniture recall debacle could bring due comfort to some families, but the furniture tip-over problem is far from over.
IKEA… Read more
If you have sustained an injury or developed an illness that leaves you unable to work, you have options. Fortunately, those who are disabled can file for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits.
Individuals who are ill or injured usually confront more than just the physical… Read more
What: Certain 2023 models of Toyota and Lexus vehicles.
Who: … Read more
At 64 years old, Marie* had been battling schizophrenia for nearly half her life. After three decades of wrestling down a sense of stability, her new medication, aripiprazole, threatened to unravel it all. Six months after a modest bump in her dosage, a nasty and irresistible urge to gamble – a… Read more
As the American Civil War came to a close, President Abraham Lincoln called upon America “to care for him who shall have borne the battle.”
This admonition ultimately gave birth to the Veterans Administration (VA) and now the modern Department of Veterans Affairs, whose primary… Read more
Caring for our veterans has always been a rocky prospect in America, dating back to Shays’ Rebellion, an event that weighed significantly on the writing of the Constitution. Later on, after the Civil War, the Veterans Administration (VA), now the Department of Veterans Affairs, was born.
… Read moreAs the American Civil War came to a close, President Abraham Lincoln called upon America “to care for him who shall have borne the battle.”
This admonition ultimately gave birth to the Veterans Administration (VA) and now the modern Department of Veterans Affairs, whose primary… Read more