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Lakeland Florida Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers Florida injury law. By Rivas Law Group, LLC.

http://www.rivaslawgroup.com/blog/

Mar 18
Man killed in vehicle fire in Tampa, FL

Man killed in vehicle fire in Tampa, FL

Two law officers helped save the driver of a car carrying two men; when it slammed into a tree and caught fire early on the morning of Saturday, February 23, 2013. According to the Tampa Bay Times, at approximately 3:30 … Continue…
Mar 18
Plant High School student killed in Jefferson County, FL accident

Plant High School student killed in Jefferson County, FL accident

As two Plant High School seniors began a road trip to Tallahassee, FL to pick up one of the young girl’s sisters, no one would have expected the sad turn of events that led to one of the teen’s untimely … Continue…
Mar 13
Seffner, FL man killed when house engulfed in sinkhole

Seffner, FL man killed when house engulfed in sinkhole

As we all watched the local news, horrified by what we saw, a Seffner, FL man lost his life when his home was engulfed in a huge sinkhole that opened up under his house one evening. According to ABC Action … Continue reading →The…

Rank this Week: 685

Philadelphia Car Accident Lawyer…

Philadelphia Car Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers car accidents, personal injury and wrongful death. By Reiff & Bily.

http://www.philadelphiacaraccidentlawyerblog.com/

Mar 18
Airbag and Fuel System defect Lawyer Weighs In On Recent 2013 Nissan and Infinity Recall

Airbag and Fuel System defect Lawyer Weighs In On Recent 2013 Nissan and Infinity Recall

We are lucky to live in a time when automobiles are recalled, as a matter of course, whenever facts reveal that it may be defective and potentially dangerous. But, on the other hand, it is pretty alarming when a major automobile manufacturer…
Mar 9
Justice for Victims of Truck and Bus Accidents Caused by Drivers Being Forced to Work too Many Hour

Justice for Victims of Truck and Bus Accidents Caused by Drivers Being Forced to Work too Many Hour

In the last few years, our firm has undertaken multiple cases against bus companies and trucking companies, in which people were killed and catastrophically injured because a driver had been forced to drive more than the maximum allowable…
Mar 5
Inexperienced Drivers and Poorly-Designed Vehicles such as SUV’s and Passenger Vans: A Lethal Combination

Inexperienced Drivers and Poorly-Designed Vehicles such as SUV’s and Passenger Vans: A Lethal Combination

Despite years of warnings about the tendency of oversized vehicles such as SUVs and passenger vans to roll over, the oversized passenger van has become steadily more popular. The problem is that, as the sizes of these vehicles increase and…

Rank this Week: 989

Sacramento Personal Injury Lawyer

Personal injury information and news. From Sacramento attorney Ed Smith.

http://sacramento.injuryboard.com/

Mar 5
Is wearing a bike helmet a law in California?

Is wearing a bike helmet a law in California?

Whenever you take to the streets on your bicycle, it is important to not only be safe, but to be aware of the laws and regulations that can impact your daily ride. Staying aware of posted traffic signage and your surroundings can go a long…
Oct 24
California Law for Bicycle

California Law for Bicycle

Bicycling can be a rewarding way to spend an afternoon, get into shape, or bond with friends and loved ones, but you must always be aware of the laws and regulations that surround bicycling, and ensure that you and those around you are safe,…
Sep 19
Experts Warn about Burn Injuries at the Playground

Experts Warn about Burn Injuries at the Playground

With summer in full swing, most parents are very aware of the safety precautions needed to enjoy the sun and fun. We pack the sunblock, hydrate the children faithfully and frequently, are extra-vigilant near water, and sign up the kids for…

Rank this Week: 738

Florida Accident Attorney Blog

Covers premises liability, work related injury claims, and vehicle accident updates. Published by Florida personal injury law firm, Chalik & Chalik.

http://www.floridaaccidentattorneyblog.com/

Feb 5
South Florida Traffic Among Worst in the Nation, Urban Mobility Report Say

South Florida Traffic Among Worst in the Nation, Urban Mobility Report Say

A new report confirms what people who live and work in Broward County, Palm Beach County and Miami-Dade County already know: South Florida traffic is frustrating at best, dangerous at worst. Fort Lauderdale car accident injury attorneys like…
Jan 30
Florida Motorcycle Riders : Continental Tires Recalled Due to Risk of Inflation Lo

Florida Motorcycle Riders : Continental Tires Recalled Due to Risk of Inflation Lo

Just like for car and truck drivers, tires are an integral part of motorcycle operating safety. Miami, Florida defective tire accident attorneys like us keep track of tire safety recalls issued by the U.S. government. The National Highway…
Jan 15
December Safety Recalls Include Popular Makes of Cars -- Chrysler, Honda, Hyundai, and Subaru Among Them

December Safety Recalls Include Popular Makes of Cars -- Chrysler, Honda, Hyundai, and Subaru Among Them

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) SaferCar.gov website issued its list of recalled motor vehicles and equipment December 2012. While no defective tires or child car seats were recalled last month -- a full 12 pages of…

Rank this Week: 984

Indiana Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers accidents, insurance disputes, medical malpractice and nursing home abuse. By Crossen Kooi, LLP.

http://www.indiana-injury-lawyer-blog.com/

Jan 22
INDIANA WORKER IS CRUSHED IN PRESS WHILE ON THE JOB

INDIANA WORKER IS CRUSHED IN PRESS WHILE ON THE JOB

A Fort Wayne man was severely injured after his arm was caught in a press at the northeast Indiana Valbruna Slater Stainless plant where he was employed. First responder's indicated that the man's arm was nearly completely severed when they…
Jan 21
OHIO CRASHES SERVE AS A STERN AND SERIOUS REMINDER FOR INDIANA DRIVERS TREVELLING IN WINTER STORMS

OHIO CRASHES SERVE AS A STERN AND SERIOUS REMINDER FOR INDIANA DRIVERS TREVELLING IN WINTER STORMS

It took only a few minutes for conditions on Interstate 275 near Cincinnati to go from clear to white-out. According to authorities, just at 11:30 am on Monday, January 21, 2013, roads became almost instantly icy and slick as a squal of…
Apr 25
THE INDIANA INJURY LAWYERS OF CROSSEN KOOI LAW DISCUSS THE INDIANA STATE TRAUMA CARE COMMITTEE

THE INDIANA INJURY LAWYERS OF CROSSEN KOOI LAW DISCUSS THE INDIANA STATE TRAUMA CARE COMMITTEE

The injury lawyers of Crossen Kooi Law discuss Indiana's attempts to address trauma issues and injuries issues in the State of Indiana and how the State has moved to address these concerns.

Rank this Week: 801

Las Vegas Injury Lawyers Blog

Covers Nevada car accidents, motorcycle accidents, and other personal injury news. By Parker Scheer LLP.

http://www.lasvegasinjurylawyersblog.com/

Jan 10
Supreme Court Grants Review to FLSA Case Testing Whether an Employee can Waive Arbitration - Las Vegas Employment Law Attorney Andre Lagomarsino

Supreme Court Grants Review to FLSA Case Testing Whether an Employee can Waive Arbitration - Las Vegas Employment Law Attorney Andre Lagomarsino

The Supreme Court has granted review to an FLSA case that raises several critical arbitration questions such as whether a court will enforce an employee's express agreement that 1) prohibits class action employment claims and 2) waives class…
Jan 9
Supreme Court Hears Argument Regarding Whether a FLSA Collective Action Should be Dismissed when Named Plaintiff's Claim Becomes Moot - Las Vegas Employment Law Attorney Andre Lagomarsino

Supreme Court Hears Argument Regarding Whether a FLSA Collective Action Should be Dismissed when Named Plaintiff's Claim Becomes Moot - Las Vegas Employment Law Attorney Andre Lagomarsino

The Supreme Court recently heard arguments in Genesis Healthcare v. Symczyk to decide whether a Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) collective action should have been dismissed because the named plaintiff's claim became moot. Laura Symczyk was a…
Jan 8
Death of Las Vegas 7-Year Old Results in Criminal Charges Against his Mother and Step Father - Las Vegas Criminal Defense Attorney Andre Lagomarsino

Death of Las Vegas 7-Year Old Results in Criminal Charges Against his Mother and Step Father - Las Vegas Criminal Defense Attorney Andre Lagomarsino

The death of a Las Vegas 7-year old boy has resulted in criminal charges against his mother and stepfather. Almost three months ago, Roderick "RJ" Arrington, left his maternal grandmother and natural father, and moved from Bloomington, IL to…

Rank this Week: 756

Modesto Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers personal injury, auto accident, and workers' compensation news and issues. By Ben Roberts.

http://www.modestoinjurylawyerblog.com/

Dec 1
California Cell Phone Tickets and Your Insurance Rate

California Cell Phone Tickets and Your Insurance Rate

Insurance companies are coming after your money! In the state of California, it's illegal for all drivers to talk on a cell phone and to text message behind the wheel. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), we are…
Nov 23
Modesto Premises Liability & Holiday Shopping Safety

Modesto Premises Liability & Holiday Shopping Safety

Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year as bargain-hunters hit the malls and stores to try to save on their Christmas shopping and score the hottest items of the year. Unfortunately, what is supposed to be a fun holiday…
Nov 20
Modesto Injury Lawyers Wish You a Safe Thanksgiving!

Modesto Injury Lawyers Wish You a Safe Thanksgiving!

Over the Thanksgiving season, many people travel home to see their families. In fact, according to a November report by AAA, holiday travel will be increasing this year for the third consecutive year. AAA indicates that an estimated 43.6…

Rank this Week: 981

Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyers…

Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyers Blog

Covers Georgia automobile accident, personal injury, trucking accident and wrongful death issues. By Victor J. Faenza.

http://www.atlantapersonalinjurylawyersblog.com/

Nov 23
Another Pedestrian Critically injured in Metro Atlanta Reminds Everyone to Follow the Rules of the Road

Another Pedestrian Critically injured in Metro Atlanta Reminds Everyone to Follow the Rules of the Road

As an Atlanta personal injury lawyer, I was depressed to read in the AJC online about another pedestrian being hit by a car and critically injured in Marietta, Georgia. According to the article, the pedestrian was struck last Friday night…
Nov 11
What to Look for When Hiring an Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyer?

What to Look for When Hiring an Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyer?

Experience, experience, experience! In my opinion, the most important thing to look for when hiring a personal injury lawyer to handle personal injury or wrongful death claims in metro Atlanta and north Georgia is experience. And not just…
Nov 4
If You Have a Criminal Record, Your Claim for Personal Injuries Could be Affected

If You Have a Criminal Record, Your Claim for Personal Injuries Could be Affected

One of the many things I do as an Atlanta personal injury lawyer is to understand all the factors that can affect the value of a personal injury lawsuit. Whether the lawsuit arises out of a car accident, tractor-trailer accident, a slip and…

Rank this Week: 676

San Diego Personal Injury Lawyers…

San Diego Personal Injury Lawyers Blog

Covers product recalls, auto accidents, and personal injury news. By Kerckhoff Law.

http://www.sandiegopersonalinjurylawyersblog.com/

Nov 18
The Top Ten Ways To Prevent A Car Accident In San Diego Or El Centro ~

The Top Ten Ways To Prevent A Car Accident In San Diego Or El Centro ~

The following advice is given in an effort to assist drivers while on the road, in order to avoid accidents: 1. Avoid using the "fast lane." By using the center or right lane on multi-lane roads, you have more "escape routes" should a…
Nov 17
Per The FDA, No Deaths Linked To Energy Drinks ~

Per The FDA, No Deaths Linked To Energy Drinks ~

The Food & Drug Administration recently announced that it doesn't have enough evidence to regulate energy drinks despite dozens of reports that link the drinks to consumer deaths. Despite the fact that high-caffeine energy drinks have been…
Nov 13
Helpful Tips For Plaintiffs Involved In Automobile Accidents ~

Helpful Tips For Plaintiffs Involved In Automobile Accidents ~

Have you been involved in an automobile accident? Are you at fault? Are you unsure about what you should do (or should have done) in order to preserve your rights in dealing with the other party's insurance company? Or are you the victim…

Rank this Week: 1006

California Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers personal injury news involving truck, ATV and highway accidents. By Estey & Bomberger, LLP.

http://www.california-injury-lawyer-blog.com/

Oct 16
Feds Seize Lead-Contaminated Children's Halloween Costume

Feds Seize Lead-Contaminated Children's Halloween Costume

SEATTLE - The Seattle Times and CNN reported more than 1,300 Halloween pirate costumes manufactured in China were recently seized because high lead levels were detected in the buttons. The costumes, which were headed for a Seattle-area…
Sep 20
Increased Risk of Falling when Wearing Skechers Shape-ups Toning Shoe

Increased Risk of Falling when Wearing Skechers Shape-ups Toning Shoe

Skechers claims Shape-ups curved sole will get you in shape without ever having to step foot in a gym. But several independent studies have found no evidence to substantiate Skecher's claims. What cannot be disputed, however, is that the…
Sep 6
Consumer Reports Issues Safety Alert for the Dream on Me Bistro High Chair

Consumer Reports Issues Safety Alert for the Dream on Me Bistro High Chair

On September 6, 2012 Consumer Reports issued a safety alert for the Dream on Me Bistro High Chair because an unharnessed child could slide down to the floor or slip out of the side of the chair, posing a serious fall-related injury risk. An…

Rank this Week: 771

Phoenix Car Accident Lawyer Blog

Published by Breyer Law Offices

http://www.phoenixcaraccidentlawyerblog.com/

Sep 7
Tucson Traffic Accident Involves Multiple Vehicle

Tucson Traffic Accident Involves Multiple Vehicle

Most Tucson traffic accidents involve just one or two vehicles at a time, however, a crash that was reported by Tucson News Now on September 5 involved between eight and 10 vehicles. The crash happened shortly before 10 a.m. at a stoplight at…
Aug 28
Phoenix Motorcycle Collision: Driver on Wrong Side of Road Proves Deadly

Phoenix Motorcycle Collision: Driver on Wrong Side of Road Proves Deadly

Recently, a large number of Phoenix motorcycle collisions have been happening throughout the valley, and we were shocked to hear the news from ABC 15 of another in a long string of fatal crashes that took place on Sunday, August 26, 2012. The…
Aug 20
Avoiding Chino Valley Motorcycle Accidents during Rallie

Avoiding Chino Valley Motorcycle Accidents during Rallie

Avoiding Chino Valley motorcycle accidents throughout the summer, when rallies are high, should be on the minds of riders and other motorists alike. Reports from the Prescott Daily Courier on August 18 indicated the presence of more than 100…

Rank this Week: 764

Machi Law Blog

Covers Texas bankruptcy, personal injury, social security disability information.

http://www.machilaw.com/

Aug 8
Introduction to Bankuptcy

Introduction to Bankuptcy

Congress has been authorized by the US Constitution to enact laws and govern bankruptcy cases. Congress enacted the “Bankruptcy Code” that governs all bankruptcy cases. The procedures of the bankruptcy process are governed by both the…
Aug 7
Wellesley Class Teaches Personal Finance Basic

Wellesley Class Teaches Personal Finance Basic

You can tell a lot about the times we’re in by what college kids choose to study. In the 1960s, humanities were big. In the 1980s, it was all about high finance. Today at Wellesley College in Massachusetts, kids are looking for something a…
Aug 6
Is Your Child in the Right Car Seat

Is Your Child in the Right Car Seat

Car crashes are the number one killer of children 1 to 12 years old in the United States. The best way to protect them in the car is to put them in the right seat, at the right time, and use it the right way. There are so many car seat types…

Rank this Week: 750

Workers Comp & Injury Law Blog

By Ricky Bagolie.

http://bagoliefriedman.blogspot.com/

Jul 29
Bladder Cancer Linked to Diabetes Drug Acto

Bladder Cancer Linked to Diabetes Drug Acto

I am in Chicago learning how the diabetes drug Actos causes bladder cancer and we are looking to speak with families who have suffered through this.
Aug 11
Indiana Delays Clean Up of Deadly Vinyl Chloride Found Near School

Indiana Delays Clean Up of Deadly Vinyl Chloride Found Near School

Jeers to Fort Wayne Indiana officials are just getting around to cleaning up the goundwater and soil contaminated with the deadly chemical vinyl chloride and believed to be situated just a few yards from a local middle school.Notwithstaning…
Jul 3
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Rank this Week: 929

Oregon Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers Portland medical malpractice, injury and product liability news. By Jeff Merrick, P.C.

http://www.oregonpersonalinjurylawyerblog.com/

Jul 26
Oregon Court Upholds Claim for Fraud Against Insurer

Oregon Court Upholds Claim for Fraud Against Insurer

Yesterday, Oregon's Court of
Jul 11
$100,000 Fine in Sexual Harassment Case for Discovery Abuse

$100,000 Fine in Sexual Harassment Case for Discovery Abuse

Last week, a judge sanctioned Fry's Electronics, Inc. for discovery abuse by fining it $100,000, striking affirmative defenses, and declaring "presumptively admissible" reports of prior incidents of sexual harassment. The law firm of…
Jun 4
Age and Sex Discrimination: 9th Circuit Clarifies Use of Statistics.

Age and Sex Discrimination: 9th Circuit Clarifies Use of Statistics.

Last week, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals discussed the use of statistics in proving employment discrimination. By statistics, I mean trying to prove discrimination by comparing the numbers employees: for example, men compared to women…

Rank this Week: 800

Food Law Prof Blog

By Professor Donna Byrne.

http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/foodlaw/

Jan 14
About Food & Drug Law Prof Blog

About Food & Drug Law Prof Blog

If you are interested in serving as an editor of Food & Drug Law Prof Blog for the Law Professor Blogs Network, please contact Paul Caron and Joe Hodnicki by email.
Jan 14
About Food & Drug Law Prof Blog

About Food & Drug Law Prof Blog

If you are interested in serving as an editor of Food & Drug Law Prof Blog for the Law Professor Blogs Network, please contact Paul Caron and Joe Hodnicki by email.
Sep 18
About Food Law Prof Blog

About Food Law Prof Blog

If you are interested in serving as an editor of Food Law Prof Blog for the Law Professor Blogs Network, please contact Paul Caron and Joe Hodnicki by email.

Rank this Week: 713

St. Louis Personal Injury Blog

Covers personal injury and workers compensation. By Joshua P. Myers.

http://www.saintlouis-injury-lawyer.com/

Sep 8
The Cost of Receiving Electronic Records in Missouri Now Has a Cap

The Cost of Receiving Electronic Records in Missouri Now Has a Cap

Many Missouri personal injury attorneys keep a client's files in secure electronic documents in order to reduce the reliance on paper. Electronic documents also makes accessing and storing files easier. Since personal injury cases require…
Sep 5
Illegal Exotic Pet Injures Springfield, Missouri Girl at Wal-Mart

Illegal Exotic Pet Injures Springfield, Missouri Girl at Wal-Mart

During a routine trip to Wal-Mart, and eight-year-old girl was injured in Springfield, Missouri. The little girl was walking through the Wal-Mart parking lot accompanied by her father when she saw a Macaque Monkey sitting in a parked…
Aug 25
New Research Shows That Antidepressants are Harder on Senior

New Research Shows That Antidepressants are Harder on Senior

New studies are now telling that SSRI antidepressants such as Paxil and Effexor may not be the best option for seniors. The drugs seem to have more negative side effects for seniors. Drugs like Paxil and Effexor are in a class of…

Rank this Week: 995

Cerebral Palsy, Erb's Palsy &…

Cerebral Palsy, Erb's Palsy & Birth Injury Blog

Covers Cerebral Palsy, Erb's Palsy, and birth injury issues from a legal perspective. By Robert A. D'lorio.

http://www.cerebralpalsybirthinjuryblog.com/

Jun 22
More Birth Complications During the Night

More Birth Complications During the Night

A recent study of more than 700,000 births found that infant deaths and admission to the neonatal intensive care units were 32 to 47 percent higher during night time deliveries. These numbers were in line with all admissions in to the…
Jun 22
More Birth Complications During the Night

More Birth Complications During the Night

A recent study of more than 700,000 births found that infant deaths and admission to the neonatal intensive care units were 32 to 47 percent higher during night time deliveries. These numbers were in line with all admissions in to the…
Jun 20
Cerebral Palsy Dad

Cerebral Palsy Dad

In honor of father’s day please enjoy the story of Rick and Dick Hoyt; A father that runs triathlons with his son Rick who has cerebral palsy, but the story is about much more than that. Happy Fathers Day!

Rank this Week: 899

Covers injuries to minors, medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, nursing home abuse & neglect, premises liability, products liability, and wrongful death. Published by Portland, Oregon personal injury attorney Matthew D. Kaplan.

http://www.oregoninjurylawyerblog.com/

May 17
Portland Wrongful Death Issues Emerge in Niteclub Shooting

Portland Wrongful Death Issues Emerge in Niteclub Shooting

Even as police investigate the death last week of a 33-year-old man outside a Northeast Portland strip club the circumstances surrounding the incident have raised serious questions about how well the club was handling its security…
May 9
Oregon Product Recall: BMW acknowledges air bag issue

Oregon Product Recall: BMW acknowledges air bag issue

The really surprising thing about the BMW recall announced this week is not the fact that some older models in the German carmaker’s line had what USA Today describes as “potentially shrapnel-producing airbags.” Rather, it…
May 6
Police Search for Oregon Hit-and-Run Driver

Police Search for Oregon Hit-and-Run Driver

An Associated Press dispatch republished this morning in The Oregonian recounts a Salem hit-and-run car accident last night that that left a tow-truck driver injured. According to the news agency a tow truck was parked Sunday evening on a…

Rank this Week: 1110

ThePopTort

Covers the civil justice system. By the Center for Justice & Democracy.

http://www.thepoptort.com/

May 17
Lawsuit’s Hard Knock Life Gets a Break

Lawsuit’s Hard Knock Life Gets a Break

Hi. My name is Annie Lawsuit and let me tell you, it’s not easy being me. Politicians constantly insult me. The media constantly misrepresent me. I’ve had Presidents of the United States attack me - by name! My ability to...
May 14
Leaked Memo from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce!

Leaked Memo from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce!

Hey, look what just appeared in our inbox! Confidential Memo From: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce To: Our Unceasingly Persecuted Members Re: Those Unhinged State Attorneys General Date: May 14, 2013 ------------------------------- I don’t…
May 13
Hockey’s Smash Hit

Hockey’s Smash Hit

Admittedly, it’s not exactly like watching someone get thrown to the lions, but I think we all need to acknowledge that watching today’s most popular sports means witnessing the slow disintegration of athletes' brains. It was only…

Rank this Week: 1267

Auto Accident Lawyers Blog

Covers Chicago car accidents, bus accidents and bike accidents. By the Pintas & Mullins Law Firm.

http://www.autoaccidentlawyers-blog.com/

May 17
Chrysler Recalls Nearly 470,000 Jeep SUV

Chrysler Recalls Nearly 470,000 Jeep SUV

Auto recall attorneys at Pintas & Mullins report that Chrysler is recalling 469,000 of its Jeep Grand Cherokees and Commanders due to gear shifting problems. There has already been more than 25 crashes and two injuries associated with the…
May 16
Click it or Ticket Mobilization in Illinoi

Click it or Ticket Mobilization in Illinoi

Auto accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins announce the kickoff of the 2013 Click It or Ticket campaign, which will run through Memorial Day. The Illinois State Police, along with more than 500 other law enforcement agencies, will be…
May 14
Chicago Mayor Proposes Increased Fines for Reckless Motorists and Bicyclist

Chicago Mayor Proposes Increased Fines for Reckless Motorists and Bicyclist

Bicycle crash lawyers at Pintas & Mullins announce Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel's new proposals that would significantly increase fines for careless bicyclists and motorists alike. Among other things, the new ordinances would raise fines…

Rank this Week: 1366

Baltimore Auto Accident Attorneys…

Baltimore Auto Accident Attorneys Blog

Comments on auto accident and injury law. By Belsky, Weinberg & Horowitz, L.L.C.

http://www.baltimoreautoaccidentattorneys.com/

May 17
Motor Vehicle Bills Passed into Law

Motor Vehicle Bills Passed into Law

Sixty-eight insurance bills were introduced in the 2013 session of Maryland's General Assembly. Eighteen of the bills dealt with motor vehicle insurance issues, only a few survived the legislative gauntlet to become law. These are the motor…
May 6
Appeals Court Rejects Argument that Statute of Limitations Should Have Been Extended in Insurance Case

Appeals Court Rejects Argument that Statute of Limitations Should Have Been Extended in Insurance Case

In a strongly worded opinion, Maryland's Court of Special Appeals has rejected the notion of expanding the amount of time for filing a civil claim. Maryland courts will not recognize an exception to the Statute of Limitations without action…
Apr 29
Cases Involving Texting and Driving Dismissed by Court

Cases Involving Texting and Driving Dismissed by Court

Lawsuits involving texting and driving are starting to make their way through the courts. One recent set of cases involved a multi-vehicle accident that, some say, stemmed from a commercial driver being distracted by the texting system in his…

Rank this Week: 1576

Maryland Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers medical malpractice, personal injury verdicts, truck accidents, and uninsured motorists. By Miller & Zois.

http://www.marylandinjurylawyerblog.com/

May 17
Timing of Discovery Obligation

Timing of Discovery Obligation

Lawyers always argue over anything where there is not black and white set rules. (Actually, we argue when there are set rules, too.) No one exactly knows the rules of the sequences of discovery because the rules are whatever the motions'…
May 14
Should We Lower BAC for Drunk Driving in Maryland?

Should We Lower BAC for Drunk Driving in Maryland?

Today, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said we should lower the blood-alcohol limit from .08, the current standard, to .05. The NTSB argues that the U.S. is too lenient when it comes to drunk driving and wants the U.S. to…
May 9
Uninsured Motorist Claims: We Really Can Name the Insurance Company

Uninsured Motorist Claims: We Really Can Name the Insurance Company

Last week, the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland decided the case of Davis v. Martinez. This was an appeal where the trial court entered an order that permitted the underinsured motorist insurer (State Farm) to participate in the trial…

Rank this Week: 1411

The Chicago Bicycle Advocate

Covers bicycle defects, accidents and laws. By Brendan H. Kevenides.

http://www.mybikeadvocate.com/

May 17
Cycling Club President Gives Video Tour Of Dearborn Bicycle Lane

Cycling Club President Gives Video Tour Of Dearborn Bicycle Lane

Anne Alt, president of the Chicago Cycling Club, takes us on a tour of the Dearborn Bike Lane in the middle of a busy work day. (Courtesy of The Chicago Tribune). I agree with Anne's take on its importance in encouraging new,…
May 15
Two Chicago Area Bicyclists Killed One Day Before Remembrance Ride

Two Chicago Area Bicyclists Killed One Day Before Remembrance Ride

On a day when bicyclists around the world will honor fellow cyclists killed by drivers, the Chicago area is mourning the death of two cyclists. A woman in her 30s and an 83 year old man were killed in separate incidents about 12 hours…
May 10
Through All The Changes, City Cyclists Must Protect One Another

Through All The Changes, City Cyclists Must Protect One Another

Lots of folks - well meaning and otherwise - claim to be watching out for the best interests of city cyclists. At the end of the day, if we truly are the "community" we often claim to be, it is up to each of us to watch the backs of our…

Rank this Week: 1287

Mesothelioma Lawyers Blog

Covers legal issues surrounding asbestos exposure and mesothelioma. By Law Offices of Jeffrey S. Glassman LLC.

http://www.mesotheliomalawyers-blog.com/

May 17
New Asbestos Detection Device Introduced by Scientist

New Asbestos Detection Device Introduced by Scientist

Asbestos is a killer. Manufacturers and employers knew this for decades, even as they continued to peddle products that contained the deadly material, putting both workers and consumers at risk. Our Boston mesothelioma attorneys know that…
May 13
Asbestos Among Top Work Dangers in Massachusett

Asbestos Among Top Work Dangers in Massachusett

A new report released by a group effort involving some of the state's most outspoken worker safety advocates reveals that mesothelioma remains a serious threat to Massachusetts workers. In "Dying to Work in Massachusetts: Loss of Life and…
May 13
Asbestos Trade Block Effort Thwarted By Powerful Industry

Asbestos Trade Block Effort Thwarted By Powerful Industry

A measure that would have reduced the growing threat of asbestos exposure in developing nations has failed. Our Boston mesothelioma attorneys know that while this doesn't directly affect our community, it marks a significant blow in the…

Rank this Week: 1586

Seattle Car Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers various accident and injury accident topics. Published By Seattle, Washington attorneys at the Farber Law Group.

http://www.seattlecaraccidentlawyerblog.com/

May 16
Bicyclist injured in Seattle accident

Bicyclist injured in Seattle accident

A bicyclist was taken to Harborview Medical Center's trauma unit after he was hit by a car on Thursday around 1pm. The bicycle accident occurred on Lake Washington Boulevard South in the 2000 block. Kyle Moore of the Seattle Fire Department…
May 8
Kirkland Sound Transit bus accident kills 2, injures 1

Kirkland Sound Transit bus accident kills 2, injures 1

Two people were killed and one person was seriously injured last night when a Sound Transit bus apparently had some type of mechanical failure, went through a red light and struck an SUV in a Kirkland intersection around 9:33pm. The accident…
May 3
2 women killed in separate Seattle car accident

2 women killed in separate Seattle car accident

We have seen two fatal car accidents in Seattle in the past week. While both accidents are under investigation from the Seattle Police Department, it is possible that both accidents were alcohol-related. That is even more tragic because, if…

Rank this Week: 1275

Illinois Bicycle Law

Covers Illinois cycling laws and news. By Michael Keating.

http://www.illinoisbicyclelaw.com/

May 16
Victim of Fatal Bicycle Crash Outside Busse Woods Identified

Victim of Fatal Bicycle Crash Outside Busse Woods Identified

The victim of the fatal bicycle collision that occurred Tuesday morning near the Busse Woods Bicycle Trail in Schaumburg, Illinois has been identified. The victim of this tragic crash was 46 year old Rosaleen Waters of Elk Grove Village.…
May 16
Chicago Again Ranked As a Top "Bikeable" City

Chicago Again Ranked As a Top "Bikeable" City

Walk Score, a website known for ranking the "walkability" of specific residential locations based upon proximity to amenities such as restaurants and grocery stores, recently released its new bike score rankings. The rankings assign a…
May 15
Schaumburg Bicyclist Killed in Crash Outside Busse Woods Bicycle Trail

Schaumburg Bicyclist Killed in Crash Outside Busse Woods Bicycle Trail

View Larger MapAnother fatal bicycle collision occurred in the Chicagoland area on the morning of Tuesday, May 14. The victim was struck by a motor vehicle around 9:00 a.m. in Schaumburg, Illinois. According to the Illinois State Police,…

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The Airbag Blog

Focuses on airbag defects, recalls, litigation and technology. By Taras Rudnitzsky.

http://www.theairbagblog.com

May 16
Honda Recalls Half-Million Vehicles for Air Bag Safety Defect

Honda Recalls Half-Million Vehicles for Air Bag Safety Defect

Honda is recalling 561,422 model year 2001-2003 Honda Civic, model year 2002-2003 Honda CR-V, and model year 2002 Honda Odyssey vehicles to address a safety defect in the passenger side frontal air bag which may produce excessive internal…
Nov 8
Dangerous Counterfeit Air Bag

Dangerous Counterfeit Air Bag

The government agency responsible for car and truck recalls (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) has recently issued a Safety Advisory warning consumers about the dangers of counterfeit airbags.
Mar 22
Airbag Safety Recall Prompted by Infiniti Side Airbag Defect

Airbag Safety Recall Prompted by Infiniti Side Airbag Defect

Nissan is recalling 1,349 model year 2003-2005 Infiniti Q45 vehicles. A wiring connector for the seat mounted airbag may experience increased electrical resistance, resulting in the non-deployment of the side air bags. Non-deployment of side…

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Florida Personal Injury Law Blog

Covers personal injury legal news, including car accidents, insurance law and workers' compensation. By LaBovick & LaBovovick.

http://injurylaw.labovick.com/

May 16
Sailing Rescue: Every Boater MUST Be Prepared Before Going to Sea

Sailing Rescue: Every Boater MUST Be Prepared Before Going to Sea

Earlier this year, two old friends set out from Port St. Lucie, FL to the Virgin Islands on a sail boat. The two gentlemen are 86 and 71 years old. They had invited another friend who turned them down and warned them that the currents and…
May 15
Is a Sterile-Smell Misleading? How One Dentist's Office Committed Terrible Medical Malpractice.

Is a Sterile-Smell Misleading? How One Dentist's Office Committed Terrible Medical Malpractice.

I always hated going to the dentist. Not only does the sound of the drill make the hair on my neck stand on edge, but the smell is terribly distinct. There is just something sickly sterile about the dentist office. But, in…
May 14
Why is it important to give a full accident report to the police?

Why is it important to give a full accident report to the police?

A majority of those living in the state of Florida, at one time or another, has been involved in an auto accident. Whether it be in a parking lot fender bender or a highway collision, more often than not the police arrive. The investigating…

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Accident and Injury Law Blog

Covers auto and truck accident,medical malpractice and products liability issues. By national law firm Miller and Zois.

http://www.accidentinjurylawyerblog.com/

May 16
You Can't Drive Your Bike Drunk, Hit a Pothole and Bring a Successful Personal Injury Lawsuit Because the World Is Not That Crazy

You Can't Drive Your Bike Drunk, Hit a Pothole and Bring a Successful Personal Injury Lawsuit Because the World Is Not That Crazy

The Indiana high court ruled on Monday, agreeing that plaintiff's claim in bike accident case should be dismissed against a local municipality because there is no liability if you get drunk and hit a pothole. I gotta tell you, I'm a personal…
May 16
Zometa Loss at Trial

Zometa Loss at Trial

A New Jersey state court gave Novartis a defense verdict in a jaw injury lawsuit in this mass tort claim. The issue in this cases is largely about warnings: what did Novartis have to communicate to doctors about the risks of Zometa with…
May 14
RV Power Awning Recall

RV Power Awning Recall

Domestic USA has announced the recall of its 9100 Power Awnings, Weatherpro Awnings and Motor Service Kits. It has been determined that if an important step was bypassed in the installation of the power awnings, it could potential damage…

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Miami Injury Lawyer Blawg

The Law Offices of Mark A. Kaire, P.A.

http://www.miamiinjurylawyerblawg.com/

May 16
Methadone Dangers and Side Effect

Methadone Dangers and Side Effect

What is methadone? Methadone is a man-made (synthetic) compound. It is a narcotic (opioid) analgesic. This means it's made by man for the purpose of treating pain. However, it is also used to treat opioid dependency. As an anti-addictive,…
May 15
Benchmark For Drunk Drivers Could Be Lowered

Benchmark For Drunk Drivers Could Be Lowered

Its no secret that Impaired driving remains one of the biggest killers in the United States. In particular, drunk driving accidents in Miami and Miami Beach are a common occurrence. The National Transportation Safety Board today…
May 13
Depakote Birth Defects when Taken During Pregnancy

Depakote Birth Defects when Taken During Pregnancy

Depakote is an anti-seizure medication that is taken in oral form. This medication, as the generic divalproex, was first approved in 1978 for the treatment of epilepsy and other seizure disorders. Depakote (divalproex) is also used to treat…

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Reeves, Aiken & Hightower LLP Blog

Covers South Carolina personal injury and criminnal law news.

http://www.rjrlaw.com/blog/

May 16
What to Expect at a DMV Restoration Hearing?

What to Expect at a DMV Restoration Hearing?

If you are suspected of driving while intoxicated, and when the officer asks you to blow into a breath-test, refusal to take such test will result in the automatic revocation of that person’s license. The revocation will vary, in…
May 16
Does a Delayed Reaction at a Stop-light Give Rise to Reasonable Suspicion?

Does a Delayed Reaction at a Stop-light Give Rise to Reasonable Suspicion?

The answer is, as it oftentimes is with the law, it depends. If a driver is delayed at a green light in North Carolina, this appears to be an extremely fact specific inquiry. When initiating a traffic stop, police simply need…
May 16
U.S. Government Proposes Decreasing BAC Level from 0.08 to 0.05

U.S. Government Proposes Decreasing BAC Level from 0.08 to 0.05

The United States Government has proposed cutting the threshold for drunken driving from 0.08 blood alcohol concentration (B.A.C.) to 0.05 slicing the standard almost in half. This proposal came about after statistics illustrate…

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Products Liability and Injury…

Products Liability and Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers Defective Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices, Products Liability, and Medical Malpractice. By Robinson Calcagnie Robinson Shapiro Davis, Inc.

http://www.productsliabilityinjurylawyer.com/

May 16
PRODUCTS LIABILITY—NEGLIGENT INFLICTION OF EMOTIONAL DISTRESS

PRODUCTS LIABILITY—NEGLIGENT INFLICTION OF EMOTIONAL DISTRESS

Fortman v. Förvaltningsbolaget Insulan AB, (Second District, January 10, 2013) 212 Cal.App.4th 830, 151 Cal.Rptr.3d 320, 13 Cal. Daily Op. Serv. 437, 2013 Daily Journal D.A.R. 441 A woman who suffered severe emotional distress when she…
May 9
PRIMARY ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK—IN-HOME CAREGIVERS

PRIMARY ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK—IN-HOME CAREGIVERS

Gregory v. Cott, (Second District, January 28, 2013) --- Cal.Rptr.3d ----, 13 Cal. Daily Op. Serv. 1027, 2013 Daily Journal D.A.R. 1217 An employee of a home care agency who was working as an in-home caregiver for an 85-year-old woman…
May 7
Issues of Product Safety: Facts of Medical Devices and Medication

Issues of Product Safety: Facts of Medical Devices and Medication

In the first entry of our Product Safety blog series, the legal team at Robinson Calcagnie Robinson Shapiro Davis, Inc. discussed general issues related to defective products. While any product may potentially be defective, drugs and medical…

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Plaintiffs-Advocate

Covers personal injury. By Khorrami, LLP.

http://plaintiffsadvocate.wordpress.com/

May 16
Alabama Man Awarded $1.7 Million In Construction Accident

Alabama Man Awarded $1.7 Million In Construction Accident

Christopher “Brock” Hill, an Alabama man who suffered multiple injuries after a tragic construction accident, has been awarded $1.7 million against international construction company ThyssenKrupp and several other companies. The…
May 6
A “Gang Sweep” at a High School Leads to Class Action

A “Gang Sweep” at a High School Leads to Class Action

A class action lawsuit has been filed by the American Civil Liberties Union after a “gang sweep” was conducted at West High School in Salt Lake City. During the sweep, up to 40 students of color were detained, questioned,…
May 3
Couple Sues Arby’s after Slip and Fall

Couple Sues Arby’s after Slip and Fall

Ohio resident Melody Hill and her husband Steve are suing for personal injuries after Melody sustained injuries at an Arby’s in Huntington. The complaint was filed in Federal Court against the Cartee Restaurant Group, which owns and…

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Workers' Law Watch

Covers workers’ compensation law and drug injuries. By Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano, LLP.

http://workerslawwatch.com/

May 16
Nanotechnology in the Workplace

Nanotechnology in the Workplace

Posted in workplace accidentsWorkplace Injuryworkplace safetyToday’s post comes from guest author Leonard Jernigan from The Jernigan Law Firm. During cancer research in 1986 an accident created the first man-made nanoparticle, an…
May 13
NY Roofing Contractor Fined for Falling Short on Fall Protection

NY Roofing Contractor Fined for Falling Short on Fall Protection

Posted in workplace accidentsWorkplace Injuryworkplace safetyThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) works to save workers’ lives throughout New York by fining employers who fail to comply with workplace safety…
May 9
6 Attorneys Named As 2013 SuperLawyer

6 Attorneys Named As 2013 SuperLawyer

Posted in Firm NewsVictor Pasternack, Barbara Doblin Tilker and Jordan Ziegler (top row). Catherine Stanton, Edgar Romano and Robert Saminsky (bottom row). We are proud to congratulate each of Victor Pasternack, Barbara Doblin Tilker,…

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The Virtual Lawyer

Discusses the law, legal news and the practice of law in England and Wales. By Steve Cornforth.

http://thestevecornforthblog.blogspot.co.uk/

May 16
Insurers accuse law firms of flouting referral fee ban

Insurers accuse law firms of flouting referral fee ban

It is just over a month since the Government’s ban on referral fees in Personal Injury cases came into force. As we know this was driven by the insurance industry that then used the ban, and the supposed savings, to drive down fees…
May 14
Tragedies, cuts, injustices and truckers - a blogger's year..

Tragedies, cuts, injustices and truckers - a blogger's year..

This blog hit two significant landmarks over the weekend. Firstly we reached 200 blog posts since it was started just over a year ago. Secondly we also reached 50,000 hits – so that is about 250 reads per posting, on average.From…
May 9
214 operations on the wrong part of the body....

214 operations on the wrong part of the body....

I just want to follow on from Tuesday’s blog about under reporting of doctors who are guilty of repeated poor treatment. This has been followed by a report from the BBC on the frightening number of major mistakes over the last four…

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Product Liability Attorney Blog

Covers various product liability topics such as hormone replacement therapy, Ketek, Trasylol, and Vioxx settlements. By St. Louis, Missouri and Godfrey, Illinois personal injury law firm, Carey & Danis.

http://www.productliabilityattorneyblog.com/

May 16
SSRIs Like Paxil May Increase Surgery Risk

SSRIs Like Paxil May Increase Surgery Risk

A new study that was recently published in JAMA Internal Medicine is suggesting that patients taking SSRI antidepressants like Paxil may be at an increased risk of complications during surgery. The risks include bleeding and death. During…
May 15
Fly Study Aids in Finding the Roots of Depression

Fly Study Aids in Finding the Roots of Depression

According to information from a new study that was published in the journal Current Biology, animals (including humans), “often hunker down as they develop sleep or eating disorders, ulcers, and other physical manifestations of…
May 13
Vaginal Mesh Lawsuit Filed Against Cook Medical

Vaginal Mesh Lawsuit Filed Against Cook Medical

With over 40 lawsuits already filed against Cook Medical over vaginal mesh complications because of the company's Surgisis and Stratasis products, the case filed on April 2, 2013 by a Georgia resident did not come as much of a surprise. The…

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Alabama Injury Attorneys Blog

Covers Alabama accidents and personal injury news. By Cross & Smith, LLC.

http://www.alabamainjuryattorneys-blog.com/

May 15
Alabama Traffic Safety: Seat Belts Still First Line of Defense this Summer

Alabama Traffic Safety: Seat Belts Still First Line of Defense this Summer

Alabama needs to get better about buckling up. Our Tuscaloosa car accident lawyers know that you can't always prevent a crash from occurring, but your first line of defense is to make sure you and your passengers are strapped in. A report…
May 10
Alabama Distracted Driving Crashes Targeted by USDOT

Alabama Distracted Driving Crashes Targeted by USDOT

There is no question that the primary responsibility to remain distraction-free behind the wheel lies with the driver. However, given the huge scope of the problem and the enormous price we pay as a society, the U.S. Department of…
May 1
Alabama Cycling Safety: Fatalities Jump 9 Percent in One Year

Alabama Cycling Safety: Fatalities Jump 9 Percent in One Year

A new report reveals that 2011 was a dangerous year for cyclists. Our Birmingham personal injury lawyers have learned that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has just released statistics revealing a nearly 10 percent spike in…

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Railroad Accident/FELA Lawyers…

Railroad Accident/FELA Lawyers Blog

Covers railroad accidents and F.E.L.A. (Federal Employers Liability Act) claims. By Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis & Appleton.

http://railroadaccidentfelalawyers.com/

May 15
CSX Launches Investigation After Employee Injured In Charlotte, NC Train Crash

CSX Launches Investigation After Employee Injured In Charlotte, NC Train Crash

By Randy Appleton, VA/NC Railroad Injury Attorney CSX has announced that it will be conducting an investigation into a recent accident that took place outside of Charlotte, North Carolina and left one track maintenance employee injured.…
May 14
Railroad Workers Hurt by Third Party Negligence Have FELA claims Against Employer

Railroad Workers Hurt by Third Party Negligence Have FELA claims Against Employer

By Rick Shapiro, Railroad Worker Injury Attorney Our firm represented a railroad engineer against CSX under the provisions of the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). This case is somewhat unique since the engineer’s injury did not…
May 13
Railroad Workers Injured In Chemical Explosion Caused By Train Derailment Sue CSX

Railroad Workers Injured In Chemical Explosion Caused By Train Derailment Sue CSX

By Richard Shapiro, Virginia (VA) Railroad Injury Attorney The Paducah & Louisville Railway and CSX are currently facing lawsuits from workers who were injured in a fire that occurred during the cleanup of a derailed train. Two…

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Wynn & Wynn Blog

Covers injury and workers' compensation law.

http://www.wynnandwynn.com/our-blog/

May 14
Mass: 32 Workplace Deaths,1,800 Diagnosed With Work Related Cancer

Mass: 32 Workplace Deaths,1,800 Diagnosed With Work Related Cancer

Sadly, workplace injuries have become a reality on many jobs. A recent report done in Massachusetts, however, showed that at times more then just an injury may occur. The report was entitled Dying For Work In Massachusetts, and it showed that…
May 7
Can Undocumented Immigrants Make A Claim After A Car Accident?

Can Undocumented Immigrants Make A Claim After A Car Accident?

There are many provisions in place to assist someone who has been injured in a car accident, but what if the person injured is not in the country legally? Does that mean that the undocumented immigrant cannot receive the compensation…
May 7
Can You Receive Compensation For A Fall In The Grocery Store?

Can You Receive Compensation For A Fall In The Grocery Store?

Items often get knocked over or spilled in a grocery store, and because of the type of flooring in these stores, it is unfortunately a common occurrence for shoppers to slip and fall on these spills. If you slip and fall and are injured in a…

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Maryland Personal Injury Lawyer…

Maryland Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers medical malpractice and personal injury news. By Joseph H. Ostad, P.A.

http://www.marylandpersonalinjurylawyerblog.com/

May 14
Rockville Lawyer Blog:What is Medical Malpractice?

Rockville Lawyer Blog:What is Medical Malpractice?

What is medical malpractice you ask? As an experienced attorney with offices in Rockville and Baltimore Maryland, I can tell you that many people are unaware of their rights when it come to Medical Malpractice and hospital errors.Statistics…
May 1
Baltimore Lawyer Blog:Getting Life Insurance Payments from Insurance Company

Baltimore Lawyer Blog:Getting Life Insurance Payments from Insurance Company

As an experienced Baltimore attorney I have unfortunately witnessed many cases of insurance companies delaying payments to my clients after the death of a loved one. Why do they do this you ask? The company you faithfully paid all these years…
Apr 8
Baltimore Lawyer Blog: Insurance Claims & Death Benefits.

Baltimore Lawyer Blog: Insurance Claims & Death Benefits.

Have you lost a loved one recently and been having a difficult time receiving death benefit payment from your insurance provider? If so, you are not alone. As this article in the Bloomberg report suggests thousands of families whose loved…

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Boston Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers Massachusetts motor vehicle accident law. By William D. Kickham, Esq.

http://www.bostonaccidentlawyerblog.com/

May 13
Massachusetts Distracted Driving Accidents Involve Too Many Parent

Massachusetts Distracted Driving Accidents Involve Too Many Parent

Every parent – and of course, every soccer Mom – knows all too well the chaos and confusion that comes with the territory, when you shuttle your children around in the car. What tunes should you play on the radio? How to handle…
May 10
Massachusetts Car-Pedestrian Accidents Need To Be Prevented

Massachusetts Car-Pedestrian Accidents Need To Be Prevented

This blog post is for all of the parents out there who might be reading this. If your child is at home with you right now, lean over and give him or her a big hug, and thank your lucky stars that he or she is safe. And if you by chance are…
May 3
Boston University Student’s Death In Fire Shows Safety Risks of Older Structure

Boston University Student’s Death In Fire Shows Safety Risks of Older Structure

Binland Lee was 22 years old and set to graduate from Boston Univeristy later this month. Tragically, she is dead today, killed last Sunday, April 28 2013, in a three-alarm fire that tore through her apartment in Allston. Beyond Ms.…

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Drug Injury Watch

Site provides developing information about prescription drug side effects as well as up-to-date news from the legal, medical, FDA, and pharmaceutical sectors. From attorney Thomas J. Lamb.

http://www.drug-injury.com/druginjurycom/

May 13
Infuse Bone Graft: Medtronic-Funded Studies Essentially Ignored Serious Medical Complications And Side Effects Associated With Its Back Surgery Product

Infuse Bone Graft: Medtronic-Funded Studies Essentially Ignored Serious Medical Complications And Side Effects Associated With Its Back Surgery Product

A 2009 - 2012 Series Of Investigative Reports Published By The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Exposed Various "Problems" With How Medtronic Went About Boosting Sales Of Infuse (Posted by Tom Lamb at DrugInjuryWatch.com) In the second…
Apr 29
Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft Efficacy And Safety Study By Yale: Widely Anticipated Results Are Set To Be Released In June 2013

Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft Efficacy And Safety Study By Yale: Widely Anticipated Results Are Set To Be Released In June 2013

This Controversial Medtronic Spine Treatment Was Put In The Spotlight By June 2011 Medical Journal Articles About Serious Risks And Problems With Infuse (Posted by Tom Lamb at DrugInjuryWatch.com) The Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft product was…
Apr 22
Mirena IUD Migrations And Perforations Requiring Surgical Removals Result In Growing Number Of Lawsuits Against Bayer

Mirena IUD Migrations And Perforations Requiring Surgical Removals Result In Growing Number Of Lawsuits Against Bayer

First Mirena Case Trial, Baugh v. Bayer, Scheduled To Start May 6, 2013 In South Carolina Federal District Court (Posted by Tom Lamb at DrugInjuryWatch.com) The Mirena lawsuit Kelli Baugh v. Bayer Corporation (USDC, District of South…

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The Atlanta Personal Injury…

The Atlanta Personal Injury Attorney's Blog

Covers motor vehicle accidents. By Stokes & Kopitsky, P.A.

http://www.theatlantapersonalinjuryattorneys.com/

May 13
Bicyclist Dies in Nighttime Crash on Georgia 303 in Brunswick

Bicyclist Dies in Nighttime Crash on Georgia 303 in Brunswick

A 50-year-old bicyclist was recently killed in a Brunswick traffic wreck. According to Corporal Chad Gray of the Georgia State Patrol, the former Waycross resident was riding his bicycle on Georgia 303 in Glynn County near the Turtle River…
May 6
Teen Killed in Tragic Bicycle Accident on North Ola Road in Henry County

Teen Killed in Tragic Bicycle Accident on North Ola Road in Henry County

A Henry County teenager was recently killed by a police cruiser while riding a bicycle. According to Henry County Police Sergeant Joey Smith, the fatal accident occurred when a 14-year-old child rode his bike out of a driveway onto North Ola…
Apr 29
Macon Five-Year-Old Tragically Killed in Pedestrian Accident With Bibb County School Bu

Macon Five-Year-Old Tragically Killed in Pedestrian Accident With Bibb County School Bu

A five-year-old Macon child was tragically killed when she was hit by a Bibb County School bus near her home. The Barden Elementary School kindergartener was reportedly crossing Virginia Drive with other children around 4 pm when she was…

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Maryland Accident Law Blog

Covers national and Maryland state tort and workers compensation legislation. Also focuses on boating, car, motorcycle, pedestrian and truck accidents, as well as medical malpractice and wrongful death. By Lebowitz & Mzhen.

http://www.marylandaccidentlawblog.com/

May 13
Baltimore to Pay $100k in School Bus Death Lawsuit

Baltimore to Pay $100k in School Bus Death Lawsuit

Last week, the City of Baltimore Board of Estimates voted unanimously to pay $100,000 as part of a settlement in a negligence lawsuit relating to the death of a young special needs boy who died after jumping from a school...
May 3
Surgery on Wrong Side of Woman's Brain Prompts Malpractice Suit

Surgery on Wrong Side of Woman's Brain Prompts Malpractice Suit

A medical malpractice lawsuit was filed recently against a St. Lois hospital and neurosurgeon, by the family of a woman alleging that the defendants operated on the wrong side of her brain and skull. According to the complaint, the…
Apr 29
Maryland Man Dies Tragically at Tough Mudder Race

Maryland Man Dies Tragically at Tough Mudder Race

With the warmer weather encouraging outdoor activities, many individuals are taking part in challenging races which as their hallmark involve obstacles, mud, or somehow getting dirty as part of the festivities. One of the most popular types…

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Mass Tort Defense

Covers legal issues relating to defense of mass tort cases and large scale product liability claims. Published by Sean P. Wajert of Dechert, LLP.

http://www.masstortdefense.com/

May 13
New Partner Joins SHB in Philly

New Partner Joins SHB in Philly

Very excited to note for readers the arrival this week of a brand new partner in Shook Hardy's office in Philadelphia (your humble bloggers home base). Debra S. Dunne, Esq. brings to SHB significant expertise in counseling companies regulated…
May 8
Prop 65 Reforms Proposed

Prop 65 Reforms Proposed

Our readers know how Prop 65 has created numerous issues for product sellers and created much litigation mischief in the hands of overzealous plaintiffs. Interesting that earlier this week, California Gov. Jerry Brown (D) said he now…
May 8
Drug and Device Seminar Approache

Drug and Device Seminar Approache

It is spring time -- although you might not know it from the weather -- and it is time for one of the premier educational and networking conferences for the pharmaceutical and medical device defense bar – the DRI Drug and Medical Device…

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