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Glass Cooktops Recalled Due To Fire Risk
Tens of thousands of glass cooktops sold under a variety of popular brands have been recalled due to the fact that they are apparently able to turn themselves on, posing a fire and burn hazard. According to the U.S…
Florida Family's Jeep Caught On Fire Due To A Defective Smartphone
The critically acclaimed Samsung Galaxy Note 7 blew up in sales this year, resulting in a whopping 2.5 million purchases worldwide. Its impressive specifications and unique design proved be very attractive in the eyes…
Mother Suffers Severe Burns From Faulty Hoverboard
Last year hoverboards took the world by storm when they hit the market. Debuted as a battery powered self-balancing scooter, the toy was coveted by all demographics, young and old. Celebrities were spotted riding the…
Not So Sweet - Diabetes Medication Faces Heavy Scrutiny Over Alleged Side Effects
Invokana, also known as canagliflozin, is a diabetes medication that regulates blood sugar levels. The medication falls in the class of a sodium-glucose co-transporter 2.
Telemedicine Technology Helps Doctors See Patients In Antarctica
Technological advances are helping doctors assist patients in new and innovative ways. One of these advances has been the increasing use of telemedicine. Telemedicine is defined by the American Telemedicine Association…
E-cigarettes Are Explosively Popular
The e-cigarette is a helpful tool for smokers. It provides the nicotine of a cigarette, but without all of the toxins and carcinogens normally associated with tobacco cigarettes. An e-cigarette, or "vape" as it is…
National Secure Your Load Day In June Emphasizes Roadway Safety
National “Secure Your Load Day” is now recognized across the country on June 6 th in response to tremendous safety concerns. It began in 2004 with the death of Maria Federici, a 24-year-old, when a large particle board…
Non-Economic Damage Caps Up For Debate In Oregon
When a plaintiff is successful in proving a defendant's liability in a personal injury case, they are then able to recover both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages refer to an amount of money centered…
Nissan Class Action Denial Reversed By Higher Court
A federal appeals court reinstated a proposed California statewide class-action lawsuit accusing Nissan of installing defective hydraulic clutch systems, which can cause a clutch pedal to stick to the floor. The suit…
Mother Awarded $2.5 Million For Negligence That Caused Stillbirth
This week, a Kansas City woman was awarded $2.5 million in a wrongful death case when a physician's negligence led to a stillborn birth of her son in 2010. In Clay County, it is only the second case in the last ten…
Class Actions And Corporations
Reuters reports that Home Depot recently reached a settlement agreement in a class-action lawsuit brought by consumers over the massive data breach in 2014, though the agreement must be approved by the federal court…
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Rules On Negligence Claim Involving Employer Duty To Exercise Reasonable Care
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled that when an employer's stored data is breached exposing employee's personal information, it is a failure in their common law duty to exercise reasonable care. The decision changes…
Preparing For Testimony In A Personal Injury Case
At some point during your personal injury or medical malpractice case, you may be called upon to testify. This could be in a deposition or it could be at trial. In rare cases, you may be required to testify at a…
Will I Lose My Personal Injury Case Award Settlement If Filing For Bankruptcy In Maryland?
The American Bankruptcy Institute's data for 2016 indicated that there were 11,287 cases of Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Maryland. Victims in severe personal injury cases are likely to experience financial problems as often…
"I'm Sorry About That" - Apology Laws
A term that is relatively common within medical malpractice law is that of apology laws. Apology laws pertain to situations where health care providers, who have injured patients as a result of their medical negligence…
Possible Increase For Children Drowning In Philadelphia This Summer
Summer is approaching, although it feels very different this year because of COVID-19. Kids have been out of school for months and many are looking forward to traditional summertime activities like swimming at the local…
Crane Collapse In NYC
Manhattan is famous for its skyscrapers. The island boasts some of the most iconic high rise buildings in the world including the Empire State Building, the Flatiron Building, and One World Trade Center. Constructing…
Florida Supreme Court Rules Hospitals May Not Withhold Records In Malpractice Cases
A ruling by the Florida Supreme Court marked a general victory for injured patients in medical malpractice cases - without having much bearing for the parties involved, who settled the lawsuit on the eve of oral…
Pennsylvania Highway Safety Law Awareness Week Was February 18th – 24th
Pennsylvania hosts Highway Safety Law Awareness Week in February (this year it was the week of the 18th). The program is facilitated by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Pennsylvania State…
Philadelphia Jury Returns Verdict In Favor Of Defense In Slip & Fall Case
Carmen Ruiz, 54, brought a premises liability claim against Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (TJUH) in Philadelphia after a slip-and-fall accident in a hallway. She claims to have slipped on a liquid and injured her…
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