When you’re looking for a ride, your safety is a top priority. But what are the differences between traditional taxis and newer rideshare services like Uber? Are taxis safer than Uber or other rideshare apps?
Many people have heard of a “characters for hire” lawsuit. Still, most people are unaware of what type of legal action these lawsuits are.
If you are wondering, “What is a characters for hire lawsuit?” read on. A characters for hire lawsuit involves the legal domain known as “… Read more
Do-it-yourself culture is big in America. The internet has accelerated the tendency to forego professional help and figure things out for ourselves. Being self-reliant can increase confidence and resilience, help us learn new things, and save money.
But there are some things you shouldn’… Read more
Tennessee could revisit a bill that would allow employers to opt-out of the state’s workers’ compensation insurance program and instead purchase their own through a private insurer. The… Read more
If your insurance protects your property against sinkholes, you may want to file a claim after sinkhole damage. The claims process seems pretty straightforward on paper, except when it's time to implement it in real life. The truth is that your insurer will not immediately approve your claim.… Read more
With the emergence of vaping and e-cigarettes in the past decade, federal and state crackdowns on the products - many of which were untested - were inevitable. Philadelphia may have stringent laws about vaping, but most of Pennsylvania… Read more
Do you own a Ford Focus? Understanding the mechanical problems common with this vehicle could save you time, money, and injury.
A class action lawsuit, consumer complaints, and repeated manufacturers' recalls offer evidence of the difficulties experienced by a large number of Ford Focus… Read more
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A massive fire engulfed a marina in Lake Texoma, TX Wednesday, injuring a contract worker and burning nearly two dozen boats.
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A self-driving car operated by Uber struck and killed a woman crossing a street in Tempe, Arizona, on Sunday, March 18, raising safety concerns about just how ready these vehicles are to be driving on roads in our communities.
Although the vehicle had a human driver sitting in the driver… Read more
Thanks to a recall issued by Stellantis earlier this week, drivers of certain models of Ram Heavy Duty pickups and chassis cab trucks have been warned not to park their vehicles indoors due to the risk of fire. The auto company said in a press release that… Read more
In 2000, Mr. Gerth graduated from Spring Hill College, located in Mobile, AL with a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration and a concentration in Accounting. While at Spring Hill College, he was awarded the 4.0 GPA Greek Honor Award, was selected for Who’s Who Among Students in… Read more
Jonathan Louis May is an attorney at Morgan & Morgan, where he devotes his practice to representing employees in workers’ compensation claims, and the head of the Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Department for Morgan & Morgan. Mr. May has extensive experience handling car and truck… Read more
Kimano Edwards is a trial attorney with Morgan & Morgan who has spent over a decade in public service with experience as a sworn law enforcement officer and a prosecutor in Florida’s 4th Judicial Circuit. As a police officer, Kimano protected and served local communities in Gainesville, FL… Read more
There are many different types of workplace injuries. Workers in every industry face the possibility of on-the-job accidents and physical damage.
According to research from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are thousands of work-related injuries and illnesses each year. If you… Read more
The simple answer to this question is yes, you can. With the help of an experienced bar and club injury lawyer, you can hold a negligent bar or club accountable for your injuries. However, before filing a claim against a club or bar, there are certain things you need to know about these kinds of… Read more
Understanding law practices can be complicated and hard to understand. The law uses specialized language that can be unclear or unfamiliar to someone without legal experience. In many ways, it is similar to learning a new language. There are many different fields of law that apply to very… Read more
When you have been hurt on a ski lift or while skiing, you may have questions about the ski lift lawsuit settlement check process. The support of an experienced personal injury lawyer can make a world of difference in assisting you through this challenging time and in helping you to understand… Read more
The term 'product liability' has multiple meanings and applies in different scenarios as far as personal injury law is concerned. For example, as a consumer, product liability means you can hold another party, most likely the manufacturer of the product, responsible for certain injuries suffered… Read more
The following product recalls have been announced this week—make sure you’re in the know.
Brassica Pharma Eye Ointments
… Read moreFew events are more traumatic than losing a loved one. If their death was preventable, it makes the loss even more devastating. An unexpected death can create financial burdens, including medical and funeral expenses, as well as the loss of a primary wage-… Read more
Big cities can be stressful places to drive, but by the numbers, drivers should be far more wary of country roads, many of which are some combination of poorly lit, poorly maintained, winding, narrow, and… Read more
While 2015 may have been the year of the legal drama comeback, real-life has proven to be as shocking and suspenseful as any courtroom show. From data breaches to corporate crises, here are the top five legal scandals of 2015:
1. Volkswagen Admitting to Cheating Software in Their Cars… Read more
June is National Safety Month, and for its second week, the National Safety Council, which promotes the event, has highlighted various health issues facing Americans. One of the issues the NSC is highlighting for week two is the adverse health risks associated with shift work – doctors, nurses,… Read more
June is National Safety Month, and for its third week the National Safety Council is highlighting the dangers of unintentional death and injury. According to the Centers for Disease Control, unintentional injuries are a major leading cause of injury-related death in the United States, accounting… Read more
Our attorney Donny Owens, with assistance by attorney Brian McClain, recently won a $3.85 million jury verdict for a man who suffered life-altering injuries on a construction site, turning a $5,000 pre-… Read more
A livewire shocked three workers in Beverly, Massachusetts on Jan. 14, when the livewire touched a piece of scaffolding the workers were lifting, CBSN Boston reported… Read more
A pickup truck collided with two tractor-trailers on Interstate 44 outside of Sullivan, Missouri last Wednesday, KMOV 4 reported. The driver of the truck and one of the semi drivers were… Read more
There are certain places where you are more in danger of slipping and falling in Boca Raton than others. As you might expect, places near water, like the Deerfield Beach International Fishing Pier, are a prime slipping hazard. But you may also find a lot of… Read more
Recently, the Jacksonville office of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division determined that Metro Diner’s Jacksonville Beach franchise violated minimum wage and overtime laws. The company was ordered to pay back more than $150,000 in wages to 59 employees.
However,… Read more