Dolman Law Group Podcast

“I think the general public has been bamboozled by this tort reform.” Contrary to popular belief, juries are not awarding unmerited “nuclear” verdicts in Florida, so recent tort reform legislation may be doing more harm than good.In this episode of The David vs. Goliath Podcast, hosts Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe welcome Fort Lauderdale trial lawyer Anthony Russo Jr. to discuss the drawbacks of the recent tort reform legislation in Florida. Anthony, Matt, and Stan talk about the reality of tort practice in Florida and how so-called “tort reform” really affects plaintiffs seeking compensation for their damages.Learn More and Connect☑️ Anthony Russo Jr. | The Russo Firm | LinkedIn☑️ Matt Dolman | Twitter | LinkedIn  ☑️ Stan Gipe ☑️ Dolman Law Group☑️ Dolman Law Group on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube☑️ Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTubeEpisode Snapshot  How badly did Ron DeSantis hurt plaintiffs in Florida?Doesn’t tort reform prevent consumers from havi

The public often has a negative perception of attorneys, especially plaintiffs attorneys. What many don’t know is the crucial role plaintiffs attorneys play in championing the rights of everyday people, often against incredible odds.In this episode of The David vs. Goliath Podcast, Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe welcome Marcus Susen, of Susen Law Group, where they discuss the legal intricacies of mass tort cases, the challenges plaintiffs' attorneys face when taking on contingency fees, and the need for effective leadership structures to manage the claims of those impacted.Marcus also shares a compelling perspective on corporations' treatment in the legal system, the challenges faced by plaintiffs' attorneys, and the limitations of the FDA and the government when it comes to protecting consumers.In this episode: [01:14] Getting into leadership in the mass tort litigation space: Marcus shares how he started, the competition, and his journey to get to where he is today.[04:00] Mass tort case consolidation and l

Ever wondered how to combat the fake online reviews?In this episode of the David vs. Goliath Podcast, Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe welcome Curtis Boyd, founder of The Transparency Company, to discuss the power of online reviews and how his company is helping to combat illegitimate reviews.Curtis explains the different types of fake reviews, how businesses can be negatively impacted by them, the process of identifying and addressing fake negative reviews, and disputing fake positive reviews. He also discusses the need for better moderation and verification systems and the challenges of getting big tech companies like Google to address fake reviews.In this episode: [00:42] Reviews are Prominent Factors in Google's Algorithm: Reviews play a significant role in Google's algorithm, and it’s important to understand their impact on local rankings.[01:25] The Transparency Company's Approach to Identifying Fake Reviews: Curtis explains their work in building algorithms, software, and AI to detect false online review

In this week’s episode, hosts Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe discuss that changes to Florida's insurance laws primarily benefit insurance companies at the expense of consumers. The legislation was criticized for allowing companies to escape corporate negligence and shifting the burden to consumers and businesses.The bill was sold as a benefit to consumers despite lacking language that would lead to reduced insurance premiums. Rather, the new legislation shifts money from consumers to insurance companies without providing any benefit to consumers, while insurance companies continue to welcome record-setting profits.In this episode: [01:01] Escaping corporate negligence: The new law allows insurance companies to avoid being held liable for mistakes, shifting the burden onto consumers and businesses. [07:12] Pressure to settle claims: The legislation makes it more difficult for consumers and businesses to pressure insurance companies to settle claims quickly and fairly.[09:22] Nuclear verdicts: Framed as excessi

In this week’s episode, hosts Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe share valuable insights into navigating the complexities of tort law and insurance coverage. We discuss the distinctions between intentional torts and negligence, focusing on the insurance coverage implications for each. Intentional torts occur when someone purposely causes harm. Negligence arises from unintentional harm due to careless actions.Florida law doesn’t provide insurance coverage for intentional acts, making it vital for attorneys to identify and correctly present cases involving underlying negligence. We delve into specific case types, such as negligent transmission of sexual disease and security cases.Matt and Stan share examples of how framing cases strategically can result in insurance coverage even when harm may initially seem intentional. It’s essential to have a skilled attorney who can present a case in a way that triggers insurance coverage. Most people don’t have sufficient liquid assets to cover large claims. It’s also ess

Florida's HB 837, the new tort reform bill signed by Governor DeSantis, contains sweeping limits on lawsuits and is likely to have detrimental consequences for accident and injury victims in Florida. While it may appear reasonable to those outside the legal profession, Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe are here to debunk common misconceptions and reveal the true impact of this bill on accident victims in Florida.Initially aimed at addressing nuclear verdicts (which are quite rare), the bill has evolved to create chaos in areas such as doctors' fees in personal injury cases, negligent security standards, and the ability to pursue minor claims, among others. Furthermore, the bill favors insurance companies by forcing citizens to cover attorney fees, enabling these companies to manipulate the law and profit from countless claims. Join hosts Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe in this episode as they delve into the detrimental implications of the new tort reform bill and what it means for you. They examine each amendment in d

The landscape of legal marketing is evolving rapidly. You can no longer rely solely on word-of-mouth referrals if you want to scale your practice. How do you craft a legal marketing strategy that targets your specific audience?Invest in the areas where your potential clients are. In 2023, this means putting your marketing dollars into social media. This is an essential step to connecting with others, getting in front of potential clients, and staying top-of-mind in a competitive market.In this episode, show hosts Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe sit down with Larry Nussbaum, attorney and President of Altman Nussbaum Shunnarah, to talk about effective legal marketing in today’s world. Larry divulges strategies for maintaining relationships, utilizing social media for business, and choosing to be authentic in a changing world. Larry also shares his thoughts on the future of legal marketing and social media and the marketing frameworks his team is working on now. In this episode: [00:31] Stan Gipe and Matt Dolman

Personal injury law is a saturated field — there are thousands of firms battling for top spots on Google search results. So, how do you stand out from your competitors? In this episode, personal injury attorneys Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe talk with SEO expert Chris Dreyer about why SEO matters, Google’s recent algorithm update, the importance of link building, ChatGPT, and strategies and tools to never run out of valuable keywords and content.In this episode: [00:13] Today’s guest, SEO expert and Rankings.io founder Chris Dreyer[01:43] What a google algorithm is and why it matters[04:29] What a ‘link’ is when referring to SEO and what it has to do with your Google ranking[08:26] Red flags to watch out for when speaking with SEO companies[16:14] Tools for identifying valuable keywords and search terms[20:22] SEO is a long-game strategy[23:33] Understanding “white hat” and “black hat” when talking about SEO[25:18] How AI content like ChatGPT will affect SEO[34:32] How Dolman Law uses SEO to position th

Actor Alec Baldwin will face charges in connection with the accidental shooting of Halyna Hutchins on the set of the movie ‘Rust'. Prosecutors announced that Baldwin and Hannah Gutierrez Reed, the film’s armorer, will each be charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter.Dolman Law Group Attorneys Matt Dolman, Stan Gipe, and Bryan Hannan discuss the charges against Baldwin, if celebrities receive special treatment from the courts, how they think the Baldwin case will play out, and the big mistake Celsius made by not paying Flo Rida what they owned him.In this episode: [00:41] Summary of the case against Alec Baldwin [02:38] What manslaughter is and whether the charges against Alec Baldwin seem fair[5:46] How Alec Baldwin may have sabotaged his case by speaking publicly about the incident[08:16] Discussion of other actors being killed on set[10:41] How a live bullet may have made it into the chamber of the gun[15:53] The possible precedent that this case may cause for performers[19:54] Summary

When your child is born the only thing you should worry about is the drive home. You expect that the hospital and doctors in delivery have done everything to the highest standard, performed every test to ensure your child's health, and informed you of any potential problems that happened during labor.If you think your child may have suffered a birth injury then this episode is for you.Find the answers to your medical malpractice questions on the David vs. Goliath podcast with elite personal injury lawyers Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe and their returning guest, successful personal injury and medical malpractice attorney Kyle Newman. Matt and Stan ask the tough questions that parents may be afraid to ask when suspecting an injury occurred at birth, such as the red flags that something may have gone wrong in delivery and what claims may be available to you if you choose to take your case to court.In this episode: [00:27] Matt introduces today’s guest, New York personal injury attorney Kyle Newman [01:41]

The constant advancement of technology has shifted the world around so much, it often feels like we’re living in a different universe. If they choose, lawyers can now have all of their evidence in one convenient laptop, holding the ability to pull up records in a matter of seconds, to deviate to separate arguments, all while eliminating the headache of carrying boxes of paper up the court steps. Learn more about the positive impact of trial tech on the David vs. Goliath podcast with elite personal injury lawyers Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe and their guest, highly regarded personal injury and medical malpractice attorney Kyle Newman. Matt and Stan explore how the current paper model that most attorneys use feels dated as Kyle speaks about how technology used in trial has evolved, success stories directly connected with technology, and the unlimited potential tech poses for lawyers trying to clearly display their case to a jury.In this episode: [00:27] Matt introduces today’s guest, New York personal injury

Amidst the many studies released concerning correlation between Tylenol use in pregnant women and neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism and ADHD, it’s easy to call facts fiction. But when specialists are providing legitimate, replicable, research time after time, we should probably start listening. Today, it’s time to cut through the outside noise and find the facts in the Tylenol autism lawsuit. Learn more about the research that has led to the historic lawsuit in this episode of the David vs. Goliath podcast with elite personal injury lawyers Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe and their guest, esteemed epidemiologist Ann Bauer. Matt and Stan ask the hard questions concerning the legitimacy of the Tylenol research, why the general public is pushing back against these claims, the FDA’s caution to back the lawsuit, the animal studies that back up the human research of acetaminophen effects on the fetal brain, potential arguments to explain away the need for an added warning label for pregnant women on t

After avoiding a potential death blow, the Tylenol-acetaminophen autism lawsuit has continued to build momentum. With over 20 reputable studies displaying clear correlation between a high dosage of acetaminophen use in pregnant women and children born with neurological conditions, the claim has continued to gain steam, but also criticism. The pushback from wanting something as simple as a label warning pregnant women before Tylenol use has become concerning, but is further validating the claim.Stan Gipe explains the recent losing argument filed by Walmart to derail the claim as preemption. “...The federal government already has a rule out there that addresses the warnings that need to be put on drugs before they're given to pregnant women,” a blanket warning that could cover any effects on pregnant women or their children. Matt Dolman breaks down the studies and desire of this claim, for women to have the full idea of risks when taking Tylenol, pregnant. A simple desire for women to be informed when

When a doctor is entrusted with the task of preparing, monitoring, and delivering a baby, it’s a special responsibility. Every parent deserves to be excited and happy for their new baby, rather than worried about their child’s health and future.Unfortunately not all delivery rooms have the same story. Mistakes during delivery that lead to injuries and birth defects happen, and odds are that a doctor isn’t going to inform parents when they do. It may not be malpractice, but when parents don’t have all of the correct information about their child’s birth, they can be left confused and ill prepared to properly cultivate their child's care and happiness.When mistakes are made that affect you and your child’s future, that future deserves to be compensated. Stan Gipe explains that birth defects and disabilities ranging from mild to severe such as cerebral palsy and erb’s palsy can be traced back to moments where a child was injured or wasn’t breathing in delivery. Cases of brain damage or head trauma can be co

If you’re in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida area and you’ve been the victim of an auto accident, you may think the first thing to do is to call your insurance to start your claim.  What you should do is find an auto accident attorney who can help you build your claim. The goal of an insurance company isn’t for you to be fairly compensated, it’s to pay as little as they need to fulfill their side of the deal. Where insurance companies attempt to resolve accident claims to benefit themselves, your victory is your attorney’s victory.When given a case at the beginning of your claim, an attorney can help you avoid missteps with your insurance, how to approach physical treatment, and build the case you deserve. When they’re given a case months or even years after the accident, it’s difficult to know where to start, where to end, and you risk a much lower level of compensation.Stan Gipe and guest host Becky Dolman share from their experiences how an auto accident attorney given a case at the beginning of the clai

If you’ve been involved in an accident in the Boca Raton area, it’s critical that you find an attorney and find one quickly. When you have experienced damage from a car accident and liability is clear, it feels like common sense that being insured will lead to your compensation. But when you call your insurance company, they have already started a process to devalue your claim. They're going to do everything they can to keep you from getting money. An attorney does the opposite.Listen in as host Stan Gipe and guest host Becky Dolman educate on the tricks insurance companies may use to payout less money, how to avoid being taken advantage of in your conversations with insurance representatives, and how involving an attorney quickly will maximize your potential of being fairly compensated for your accident. If you are in the Boca Raton, Florida area, find an experienced attorney with a long history of success. It’s important to go with a firm that understands the nuances of these cases and puts you at the

When faced with a difficult case, some lawyers move on, other lawyers settle for a decent compensation. The best lawyers prepare and persevere through the ups and downs of trial when they create the path to win compensation and accountability.Our guest today knows a thing or two about perseverance. From nearly being kicked out of Cornell University to becoming one of the top trial lawyers in the country, Ben Gideon has developed a high level of patience, empathy, and the ability to take a high level of confidence into the courtroom. With a storied career that includes millions of dollars in client compensation, multiple peer-recognition awards, and cases that are still talked about today including (maritime case,) Ben provides a plethora of knowledge, insights, and ideas that every future or current lawyer can benefit from and apply into their work.Learn more in this episode of the David vs. Goliath podcast with elite personal injury lawyers Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe and their guest, top trial lawyer Ben

When a woman is pregnant they are incredibly limited on what medication they can safely take for pain relief, mainly only being able to take acetaminophen. This may be something that pregnant women should think twice about. According to a study in 2021 from Johns Hopkins University, there may be a correlation between Tylenol use during pregnancy leading to autism in children when they’re born. Matt Dolman explains that causes of autism spectrum disorder, a neurological disorder that affects learning, emotional regulation, and social awareness,  aren’t very clear apart from genetics. However, this new study shows a strong change of possible causation. Stan Gipe also elaborates that pharmaceutical companies should be testing and have warning labels to give pregnant individuals the chance to make informed decisions if acetaminophen does have these types of side effects. That a higher dose of Tylenol raises the chances that your child may be born with autism.Whether these studies continue to show f

Social media is an enjoyable escape from work, school, and general life for many, but it can become addictive and even deadly to some. Over 85 lawsuits have spread across 28 federal circuits alleging that social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok have knowingly utilized algorithms to show adolescents certain content which engenders addiction and causes declining mental health from body dysmorphia to suicide.Stan Gipe explains how social media works to create the same response from their users as slot machines, pulling people back in and staying on the platform as long as they can. The intention is to create a group of addicts by triggering the dopamine receptors, and they’ll do it by any means.Matt Dolman shows that despite knowing the negative effects especially on young people, nothing has changed in the way any social media platforms run their processes. Often a false image of life is pushed on kids from social media, images with no blemishes or problems. Dolman Law is handling

When there’s a fire to be put out at an airport or a military base, the first priority is to contain the flames and extinguish what could be a disaster. Rarely is anybody thinking about the methods at which fires are put out, but in recent cases it’s become a question of how a certain firefighting method is affecting the people and property involved.A firefighting foam called AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam) that is commonly used on military bases and airports has been found to be dangerous to people and almost impossible to get rid of, earning the title ‘Forever Chemicals.’Matt Dolman describes the danger of these chemicals over time, explaining that this foam is not used for commercial use unless it’s at a military base. The chemicals can stick around for up to 40 years, get into the water and start to grow into surrounding regions leading to growing cases of cancers, diseases, and ailments have been linked to this foam. Stan Gipe also elaborates that these forever chemicals can’t be eradicated when th