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Hurricane Isaias: A Reminder That Hurricane Preparation Is Essential Everywhere

Hurricane damage is not limited to Florida, the Gulf Coast, or the Coastal Carolinas, nor is the havoc these storms wreak limited to flooding. The…

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New York Extends Window for Child Sexual Abuse Victims to File Claims

Survivors of childhood sex abuse now have an extended window of opportunity to pursue justice, both from their abuser and the organizations that…
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Tropical Storm Isaias Wallops the East Coast

Tropical storm Isaias is rapidly charging up the East Coast after making landfall Monday night in Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina. At that time,…
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3M Earplug Lawsuit: Federal Judge Rejects Government Contractor Defense

In a blow to 3M, the makers of defective earplugs used by American soldiers abroad, a federal judge in Florida ruled that the company is not entitled…
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Tropical Storm Hanna Wreaks Damage Across South Texas

The first hurricane of the season in the Atlantic, Hurricane Hanna, made landfall along the Gulf Coast of southern Texas on Saturday before weakening…
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What To Expect In A Virtual Hearing

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed day-to-day life in innumerable ways, and the legal system has not been immune to these changes. Now, the majority…
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Manhattan Scaffolding Collapse Kills One, Injures Three

One worker was killed and three others were wounded in a scaffolding collapse at a residential building in Manhattan’s Murray Hill neighborhood on…

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ACCIDENT AND INJURY

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Manhattan Scaffolding Collapse Kills One, Injures Three

One worker was killed and three others were wounded in a scaffolding collapse at a residential building in Manhattan’s Murray Hill neighborhood on…
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Florida Drivers Should Avoid Roosevelt Bridge “at Risk of Imminent Collapse”

As if Florida doesn’t have enough problems, this morning the U.S. Coast Guard warned that the Roosevelt Bridge in Stuart is “at risk of imminent…
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Injured Working On The Railroad? What You Need To Know Before Filing A FELA Claim

If you’re a railroad worker who’s been injured on the job, you can file a workers’ compensation claim that is unique to the railroad industry,…

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MESOTHELIOMA

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A Brief History of the Asbestos Industry's Great Cover-up

Commercials for mesothelioma often promote one thing: the $30 billion compensation fund for victims of asbestos. These commercials air so often that…
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Did a Father's Hugs Give His Daughter Mesothelioma?

Bedtime stories, playing in the park, and loving hugs from parents — these are some of the most cherished memories of childhood for many adults. But…
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Did You Know Asbestos Was Never Banned in the US? That Could Change

The use of asbestos, a known carcinogen, has never been banned in the U.S., but that may change soon. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on…

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CONSUMER ALERTS

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6 Things You Didn't Know About Filing a Lawsuit

If you’re like most people, “going to court” sounds pretty scary. It conjures images of solemn judges, dark-paneled courtrooms, fancy lawyers, oaths…
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Two Tragic Deaths Underscore Dangers of Riding ATVs

This past weekend, a 12-year-old in Kentucky and a 16-year-old in Tennessee died from injuries sustained while riding all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). On…
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3M Officials Say Soldiers Not “Entitled to Know” About Earplug Flaws

Recently unsealed documents have revealed that 3M officials knew there were potential issues with their safety gear, but believed soldiers didn’t…

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FIRM NEWS

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Farmers Reach $400 Million Dicamba Herbicide Damage Settlement With Manufacturers 

After years of lawsuits and negotiations, farmers whose livelihoods were impacted by Dicamba herbicide are finally receiving justice. A number of…
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Matt Morgan’s Community Bail Fund Has Raised Over $200,000

With protesters across the country getting arrested for exercising their Freedom of Speech, there has been a massive influx of donations to bail…
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John Morgan Launches Change.org Petition to Fix Florida’s Broken Unemployment System

Click Here to Sign John Morgan's Change.org Petition to Fix Florida's Unemployment System. John Morgan has made Ron DeSantis an offer he may not be…

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LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT

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Supreme Court Rules Discrimination Against LGBT Employees Illegal

Today, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that employers cannot discriminate against their employees based on their sexual orientation or gender identity…
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Independent Contractor Or Employee?

It’s a common question in the workforce: whether you’re an employee or an independent contractor. You might wonder, why does it matter? I’m paid the…
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Are You Eligible For Paid Leave?

In March, Congress passed a law meant to help workers in the wake of COVID-19. This law is deeply significant for the U.S., which lacks centralized…

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