Auto Recalls and Your Rights
Auto recalls are an unfortunately common occurrence, especially these days. Whether due to a manufacturer’s defect or a failure to comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, auto recalls happen all the time. One of the most widely publicized cases surrounds Takata airbags. You may have heard about this case in the news, but […]
Auto Recalls and Your Rights
Auto recalls are an unfortunately common occurrence, especially these days. Whether due to a manufacturer’s defect or a failure to comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, auto recalls happen all the time. One of the most widely publicized cases surrounds Takata airbags. You may have heard about this case in the news, but […]
Medical Malpractice: Foreign Objects Forgotten in Patients
As we’ve discussed in the past, medical malpractice is the third leading cause of death in the United States. From birth injuries to surgical errors and misdiagnosis, there are numerous different types of medical malpractice. One of the most common medical errors that we see – and one of the worst – is when an […]
Poisonous but Perfect Nails: Peek into an Unsafe Enviroment
The world of cosmetology seems like it’s all about making you look beautiful from head to toe but it can have adverse, life changing effects on people working in the industry. Manicurists have been particularly affected. Many have reported to have serious medical problems after working in the nail and beauty industry for an extensive […]
Proving Fault in a Slip and Fall Accident
One of the most common types of accidents in the United States are slip and fall accidents. Unfortunately, thousands of people are injured every year due to a preventable slip and fall accident. From slipping or tripping on a wet floor, falling on defective stairs, or tumbling to the ground because of an unkempt part […]
Talcum Powder and Ovarian Cancer
In February 2016, a Missouri jury awarded $72 million in damages to the family of Jamie Fox, an ovarian cancer patient who died in October 2015, allegedly due to extensive use of the talcum powder produced by Johnson and Johnson. Talcum or talc is a naturally occurring mineral, containing magnesium, hydrogen and silicon and is […]
Injured on an Airbnb Property: Who is Responsible?
As warmer weather approaches, people start planning for spring and summer getaways. Travelling is more convenient than ever today with limitless vacation options and easily accessible, affordable accommodation available all over the US and outside. Airbnb has made a huge contribution to making travel as customized and budget friendly as possible. The Airbnb community spans […]
Myths & Misconceptions about Sexual Assault and Violence
Sexual violence is unfortunately a common occurrence in the United States and worldwide. Given the fact this is a global problem, one would think that we have a good understanding of the subject. However, there are many myths and misconceptions about sexual abuse and violence out there today. In order to protect victims and put […]
What Provokes People to Abuse the Elderly?
In recent years there has been a lot of attention regarding the care of elderly in nursing homes. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect are both on the rise, which is causing a lot of anxiety and trepidation for both the elderly and their loved ones. Even if you have done your research and think […]
Wrongful Birth: A Medical Malpractice Claim
Advances in technology now allow doctors to observe the development of a fetus in the womb in detail. If the doctor’s negligence or lack of proper, required care leads to the birth of a child with disabilities, that the parents would have chosen to abort had they known, the parents can file a wrongful birth […]