Yard work is already hard and miserable enough. Adding a significant safety risk because of a defective tool seems like overkill. However, a popular brand has issued a recall of several thousand hedge trimmers because of a faulty trigger switch, which can cause significant injuries because of the defective product. STIHL Recalls…
Major companies like U.S. News & World Report and Leapfrog publish annual hospital ratings both to reward top hospitals for their level of care and to help patients stay informed about the strengths and weakness of their local hospitals. But new reports call the reliability of these ratings into question. Doctors at…
Often when there are multiple defendants in a civil proceeding, the court may consider trying a defendant separately for a variety of reasons. Defendants may file a motion to bifurcate in matters if they feel that it is in their best interest. One such case that illustrates bifurcation was Jones v. Chapman in a Maryland U.S….
In what has been labeled as the most recent chapter of a very disturbing trend, a 55-year old man from New Jersey has died in the Dominican Republic and the cause of death is presently unknown. Dozens of US tourists to the Dominican Republic have experienced adverse health effects while on vacation…
In the wake of a multitude of medical malpractice claims, Wisconsin state officials are making strides to pass a law that would be believed to be the first of its kind in the country. Four state representatives gathered together to propose legislation that would pave the way for implementation of the “Julie…
Most Americans are protected from medical negligence through a combination of state statutes and common law. These laws require doctors to provide a specific standard of care at the same level of care any other reasonable doctor in their position would provide, thus protecting patients from uneducated or careless decisions by their…
In light of the recent highly publicized allegations of sexually-related misconduct, The Washington Post reports the Maryland legislature is now tracking complaints of sexual harassment involving all staff and updating their policies regarding such misconduct. The state government maintains their policies in accordance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Code of Maryland, and Maryland Code…
Several of Pennsylvania’s residents in Bucks and Montgomery Counties are preparing for a mass tort lawsuit against 6 chemical companies. The residents involved in the forthcoming lawsuits have been affected by chemical companies spilling harmful chemicals into their local water supplies. The chemicals in question are known as PFC’s, or Perflourinated Chemicals….
The family of a man who died while being treated at a rural medical center for a sore throat was awarded $4.2 million in the settlement of a malpractice lawsuit. In January 2013, the 32-year-old and father of three went to a rural Hawaii health center for treatment of a sore throat….
The Pennsylvania Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund (Mcare) became law in 2002. Mcare replaced a program known as the Medical Liability Catastrophe Loss Fund (CAT Fund), which was part of the Health Care Services Malpractice Act established in 1975. Mcare required that healthcare providers and entities licensed as hospitals…
When you go out to eat, you generally expect that your food will be fresh, appealing, and delicious. You would never expect your food to be potentially life-threatening to you or anyone in your family. Unfortunately, for one family in Natick, Massachusetts, this was their reality one harrowing evening. The Russo family…
Just last week, a 47-year-old man died after being hit by a car while riding his motorcycle. The tragic accident occurred right after 2:30 pm in West Philadelphia, near the Diamond and 54th Street intersection. The motorcyclist was riding south on 54th Street when he was hit by a car that was driving…
For many medical professionals, the workplace is a cacophony of beeping medical devices. Alarms beep when a heart rate drops, when the blood oxygen level becomes dangerously low, or when there is a sudden change in brain activity. But alarms also beep every time a patient moves in bed and disrupts heart…
When eating at a local restaurant, patrons may not be surprised to see a dirty utensil, chicken that is too cold, or even an unwanted hair on the plate. Even if these things aren’t enough to get you sick, it could be a sign that there are problems in the kitchen that…
Charles Coffield, a resident of West Alexander, PA., fell very ill shortly after consuming a serving of clam chowder at the Chincoteague Chili & Chowder Cook Off. This festival is coordinated by the volunteer fire department in Chincoteague Island. Coffield exhibited reactions including vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, cramping, high fever and more….
Many people often reminisce about the “good old days” prior to children playing with electronics and other devices. Oftentimes parents are seen longing for children to spend more time on the playground in order to get some time outdoors. While a playground is a great source of a child’s activity and fun,…
A hit-and-run driver is responsible for crashing into two parked vehicles in Southwest Philadelphia, causing both vehicles to burst into flames. The accident occurred at the intersection of 71st Street and Dicks Avenue in the middle of the night – the driver lost control, crashed into the vehicles, and fled the scene of…
Plaintiff Bryan Wright was stayed at the Residence Inn by Marriott in Horsham, Pennsylvania. While walking outside on the pavement, Wright slipped on a patch of ice. He sustained injuries to the shoulder and hip that required arthroscopic surgery. A Philadelphia jury heard this slip-and-fall case and awarded roughly $64,000 in damages to Wright….
The FBI is conducting an investigation of a boat fire that claimed 34 lives in California. Over Labor Day Weekend, a diving tour boat burst into flames along the coast of Santa Cruz Island around 3:15 a.m. on Monday. Five crew members escaped and were rescued, but 34 others, who were sleeping below deck…
*This post contains material which may be disturbing to some readers* A United States District Court in Montana recently had a rather horrific torts case added to its docket. A woman, Kimberly Kriege, is suing a trucking company, CRST Expedited, for the emotional trauma she suffered after finding a man’s face on…
Did you know that the required minimum liability insurance limits in Pennsylvania have not changed since 1974? There have been legislative initiatives to address this concern, yet none implemented, as the levels remain at $15,000 per person, $30,000 per accident, and $5,000 for property damage. The majority of states maintain higher minimums of bodily…
Data from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety shows hit and run vehicle accidents occur approximately every minute on U.S. roadways. In 2016, there were approximately 2,049 hit and run accident fatalities, the most since 2009, and a total of 737,100 hit and run accidents occurred in 2015. Dr. David Yang, executive director…
If you were injured due to someone else’s mistake, you might be thinking about bringing a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault party. When you do, you might hear the term catastrophic injuries at some point, especially if this is the category your injuries fall into. What does this term mean, and how will…
After a slip and fall in a grocery store, the grocery store or property owner is generally liable for the accident. However, if you slip and fall and suffer an injury in a government building, who is liable for your damages? If you are injured in a slip and fall injury on…
A playful and fun snowball fight gone wrong is not typically the type of event that would land someone in a medical malpractice case. However, an unfortunate accident that occurred while two men were goofing off in the winter weather after work quickly ended their merriment. Joseph Hineman, a Delaware resident, was…
On December 30, California resident Ji Chang Son filed a lawsuit against electric car maker Tesla for unintended acceleration in their Model X vehicle after his car allegedly accelerated as he was pulling into his garage, crashing into his home. The lawsuit says that Tesla’s Model X has a defect which causes…
A jury, in October, awarded a Nebraska couple $11.5 million in a medical malpractice case, but no amount of money can reverse the severe brain damage their child suffered during birth. The attorney for the couple argued that the delivery, in 2010, was “grossly mismanaged” by the midwife and the doctor when…
Most individuals consider protecting their family and assets from potential liability to be a concern, as evidenced by the thriving insurance industry. Having insurance on hand to protect your home, vehicles, and individual health are certainly the norm. One consideration involves the potential consequences if you face a claim that exceeds your…
This past January, a California Court of Appeals upheld a nearly $20 million jury verdict against the Southern California Gas Company (“SoCalGas”). The jury awarded plaintiff Pengxuan Diao this significant sum after he was permanently injured in a gas explosion in 2011. According to the unpublished opinion of the court, in January…
When a couple has a hard time conceiving a child, they may turn to a fertility clinic for help. Through techniques, including in vitro fertilization, a woman’s egg can be fertilized by her partner’s sperm. This is a popular treatment to help parents conceive and give birth to a child. However, when…
A teen recently brought charges against a trampoline park after suffering a severe spinal injury. The plaintiff, seventeen-year-old Seth Griffith, filed a personal injury lawsuit against JumpTime, an indoor trampoline park. The lawsuit was filed after the plaintiff was seriously injured after attempting a triple front flip into a pit filled with…
Going on a cruise is a fun and relaxing way to spend a vacation. Not only do you get to see interesting places when the ship docks in port but you also get to participate in any number of fun activities aboard the ship itself. However, in recent years, cruise ships have…
A truck driver from Florida lost his life when a drunk driver backed into his tractor-trailer on I-76 last Wednesday. At about 2:30 a.m., a 19-year-old Philadelphia man was driving his Toyota Yaris eastbound on I-76 while impaired. When he passed the Girard Ave. exit, he tried to reverse, but instead lost control…
The Milton Hershey School in Hershey, Pennsylvania faces several claims for negligence brought by former students. Judge Christopher Conner found the private boarding school did not have general responsibility for the overall social welfare of students. Conner found the school’s relationship with the minors contractual in nature and the children remain under the legal custody…
Plaintiff Latasha Hartman brought a civil action for damages against David Clark after slipping at a Chick-fil-A restaurant that he owned and incurring an injury. Clark moved for a summary judgment and the court did accept the motion. A summary judgment is applicable when there is an absence of material fact in…
Amy and Michael Metz were walking home from a party in the early morning hours amid blizzard-like conditions; both were intoxicated. The details are vague but Amy became unresponsive along the way and her husband continued home without summoning help or contacting emergency responders. Her body was found in the snow near their home that morning. This…
We often take for granted the safety of surroundings. Toxic chemicals associated with dangerous health risks are often lurking in our water, home products, and even in our children’s toys. Last year, researches at the Boston University School of Public Health released a study in the Environmental Health journal on the health effects…
The Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma was the victim of some negative effects from an oil company’s fracking practice within the region. The Cummings Oil Co. and Eagle Road Oil have both been named in a lawsuit filed in the tribal court of the Pawnee Nation for actions that resulted in damage to…
The South Dakota Division of Insurance requires that medical liability insurers in the state submit a report with a summary of claims each year. In 2016, these providers paid out merely $1.8 million in settlements in resolution of 12 cases. This is a considerable disparity compared to $6.4 million spread among 18 settlements in 2015, and…
As the summer months approach, many people will be heading out to theme parks for a day of fun and amusement. There are many parks to choose from around the country including Disneyland, Disney World, Universal Studios, Sea World, and Six Flags. While most who visit these entertaining venues come home with…
A Philadelphia nursing home settled a claim of wrongful death with the son of the deceased for $145,000, split between a wrongful death claim and a survival claim. Ola Simmons died from respiratory conditions, which the claim asserts was due to negligence demonstrated by the nursing facility. A settlement conference involving plaintiff John Simmons, the administrator of…
The family of a man who drowned while in police custody, was awarded $9 million in the settlement of a lawsuit filed in federal court. The 20-year-old Arizona State University student from Iowa was boating with friends on the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri in May 2014 when he was arrested…
Donna Fletcher filed a personal injury lawsuit in Philadelphia County Common Pleas Court naming Juan Pena as the defendant. She was walking down a sidewalk on Pena’s property when she tripped, fell, and was injured. There was a pipe extending outward from a drain that caused the fall. The judge deemed that…
Suicide is a tragic way for a family to lose a loved one. Friends and family often feel guilty for not doing something, or not noticing the warning signs. In some cases, people close to the suicide victim feel responsible for the death. In Florida, a man believes that his wife’s doctor…
Maryland is one of only a few states that does not have a dram shop liability law. Dram shop laws can hold a bar or restaurant that serves alcohol liable for the actions of a patron who becomes impaired at their location and then cause injuries and/or property damage. This scenario is most common where a customer gets drunk and gets into a car…
One of the most common injuries that happens in the U.S. is a dog bite. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, no fewer than 4.5 million Americans suffer injuries as a result of a dog bite every year, with nearly 20% of these bites becoming infected. While nearly half…
The Pennsylvania Insurance Commissioner and State Police Department issued a warning to remind drivers that this time of year is when you are most likely to be involved in a deer-related collision. Nationally, the number of these crashes declined, but in Pennsylvania, they increased during 2017. PennDOT data shows that the state…
The 10-year-old son of a state lawmaker died over the weekend at a waterpark in Kansas City, Kansas. The boy died while on the Verrückt water slide at the Schlitterbahn Waterpark. He was killed on a day the park honored elected officials and their families with free admission. At 17 stories, the…
The Maryland legislature enacted a significant change in the realm of private passenger automobile insurance recently. This change culminated from the passage of Senate Bill 0403 and House Bill 0005 and went into effect in October 2017, applying to all new auto insurance policies entered into as of July 2018. When an insurer sells…
A recent survey by the Pew Research Center indicated that far too many people in the U.S. do not recognize the danger of walking on or near roadways while distracted. Roughly 77% of respondents felt that using mobile devices while walking down streets was an acceptable practice. Over 65% of those in the U.S….
Pocono Tranquil Gardens, a nursing home in Eastern Pennsylvania, is currently in the midst of a wrongful death lawsuit brought by the family of Orlando DePascale, Sr. who died while under the care of the home in 2014. The lawsuit claims that a lack of bed rails, insufficient supervision, and a lack…
A court is tasked with deciding whether a wrongful death suit should be dismissed regarding the death of Christie Cathers, who allegedly tried to run over sheriff deputies when they shot and killed her. The named defendants include the Monongalia County Homeland Security Emergency Management Agency, Sheriff Al Kisner, and the Monongalia…
Though it has been well established that not all diagnostic tests are good for patients, the problem continues to grow. As a recent article in the New York Times reported, elderly men are being screened for prostate cancer at alarmingly high rates, despite recommendations from authorities voices in medicine. In 2008, the…
Paul Michalec, a 47-year-old engineer for a hotel, rode with another worker to pick up materials at American Supply Company (ASC) in Philadelphia. After backing their box truck up to the loading dock, it was determined that the truck sat much lower than the dock. An ASC employee directed them to pull onto a…
General Motors has announced that it is recalling more than 3.4 million SUVs and trucks in the United States due to a brake issue. The company says it has 113 reports of crashes and 13 injuries related to the brake problem. The recall includes several models of the Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Yukon, GMC Sierra, Cadillac…
All too often in the media today we are seeing stories of people being killed in officer-involved shootings. The facts in every case vary and there are certainly situations where deadly force is necessary to protect the officer or others. Sometime, however, the family of the deceased believes the officer was mistaken…
It has been a tough year for many families in Philadelphia. It would be nice to finally get together with close family, gather around for a festive meal, exchange gifts, and watch the kids’ excitement when they wake up to presents. Unfortunately, many families instead end up rushing to the emergency room…
The number of claims resulting from dog bites was 18,122 in 2016 and rose to 18,522 in 2017. The Insurance Information Institute (III) reports dog-related injuries made up approximately 30% of homeowner’s insurance claims in 2017–totaling roughly $700 million. Kristin Palmer, of III, says the average cost per claim has also risen, which indicates…
Hospital dramas can make emergency departments look like exciting places where doctors are called on to make split second decisions to save patients’ lives. An ER doctor will immediately respond to the presenting symptoms with a specific medication and dosage. However, in real-life emergency departments, some doctors may not be so sure…
The family of a 12-year-old in Texas who suffered a severe rope burn at the hands of her classmates filed a case last month seeking $3 million in damages. The family is seeking millions not only to cover the costs of medical expenses, disfigurement, and emotional turmoil from the injury, but also…
When a patient goes to the hospital for surgery, they expect the surgeons to check and double-check that they are operating on the right patient. Doctors should verify the patient’s identity, medical procedure, and make sure they have they know whether the surgery is to take place on the right or left…
Joyce Fenstermaker was 71-years-old when she was struck and killed in a collision in the parking lot of the Titusville Moose Lodge. Sharon Brittain was driving her Jeep and was heavily intoxicated at the time of the crash. Brittain is currently incarcerated after a criminal conviction for involuntary manslaughter. The family of Fenstermaker…
Across the U.S., adults traveling in passenger vehicles are required to wear seat belts, with New Hampshire being the lone exception. Maryland statutes require those occupying either the front or rear seats of a traveling vehicle to wear a safety belt. Generally, law enforcement in Maryland may not stop a vehicle solely for an adult’s…
The Institute for Legal Reform (ILR) recently presented how excessive civil litigation costs continue to plague the country at their SummitXX conference in Washington D.C. They explained that households are each indirectly spending thousands every year toward these costs. They reported that approximately 57% of the total expense is paid in plaintiff compensation and…
Earlier this month, we covered the federal investigation into a boat fire that claimed dozens of lives in California. “Conception,” a diving tour boat, burst into flames along the coast of Santa Cruz Island during the middle of the night. Five crew members were able to escape but 34 others, who were sleeping…
According to officials with the Prince George County Fire Department, a six-year-old girl incurred serious injuries “consistent with an electrocution” last week just outside of the MGM National Harbor Resort in Oxon Hill, Maryland. The Department’s Assistant Chief, Alan Doubleday, says the girl remains in critical condition and another man who attempted…
Detroit, Michigan saw the tragic loss of an award-winning journalist and radio personality, Angelo Henderson in February of 2014. Henderson passed away in his home in the three weeks following a surgery on his left knee. Now, after some careful review of the surgery and other medical proceedings, his surviving wife has…
Yesterday a 16-year-old boy was fatally struck by a train while attempting to take a selfie in India. Selfies are normally associated with narcissism and ‘duckfaces’, but a growing trend of deadly selfies has exposed a darker side to these pictures. In 2015, dozens of people died while attempting to take selfies,…
Anthony Dos Santos brought a civil personal injury claim against Whitewater West Industries in a Lehigh County court after losing part of his leg in a construction accident. Dos Santos was 23 years old when he and two other workers were moving 40-foot long steel objects with forklifts. Whitewater West is a manufacturer and service provider for amusement…
The long winter has taken its toll on roadway surfaces with many motorists encountering large potholes capable of significantly damaging tires, rims, ball joints, struts, exhaust systems and more. The Philadelphia Inquirer cited a report from AAA that annual damage from potholes in the U.S. is an astounding $3 billion. Ryan Slicker was driving…
It is never easy when coping with the death of a loved one. It is particularly difficult if the death was caused by negligent, careless, or reckless actions of another party. In these instances, the survivors of the deceased may pursue a civil claim of wrongful death or a survival action to…
Maryland lawmakers have followed the lead of many other states in implementing guidelines that pertain to bullying. Studies have shown that victims of bullying often experience declines in their mental and physical health as well as in their studies. It is estimated that 75% of the time that children are bullied at…
When someone makes a mistake, the right thing to do is admit the mistake, and then take steps to correct any problems that may have resulted. However, not everyone is so willing to admit that they did something wrong. In the case of a hospital making a mistake, failing to tell the…
Brenda Cleveland visited a McDonald’s restaurant on South Broad Street in Philadelphia recently where she incurred significant injuries after tripping over a curb that was uneven. The claim filed in a county court names the McDonald’s Corporation and the property owner and management company as defendants. She alleges that the defendants demonstrated negligence by…
The parents of two 7-year-old twin boys have decided to file a lawsuit seeking $95 million in damages against a large car manufacturing company. They claim the company’s actions led to a fatal accident that claimed the lives of their sons. Aaron Hill and his wife, Lynetta Hill, are seeking $35 million…
It has been almost two years since whistleblowers outed the VA hospital for falsifying patient records. The Department of Veterans Affairs hospital in Phoenix, Arizona was changing records to hide the fact that patients were waiting much longer than reported before receiving medical care. The VA kept separate documents so that they…
As a patient, you are entitled to review your medical records. These records are important to retain in order to track your medical history, and in the event of a personal injury lawsuit, crucial to helping build your case. Of course, sometimes not all medical records are immediately at your disposal, or…
A Troup Superior Court jury recently made an award in a personal injury case of $2 million on behalf of a former Olympic higher jumper. Plaintiff David Adley Smith, a participant in the 2016 Olympics for Puerto Rico, was involved in a serious car accident on I-85. A Georgia State Patrol report stated that Donggue…
A deadly bus crash took place in Mississippi last month, taking the lives of four people and injuring 35. A CSX freight train was traveling east when it collided with the north-bound bus. The collision pushed the bus nearly 300 feet down the tracks. Now, fifteen of those passengers are filing lawsuits…
Some businesses and industries that are held to a higher standard than others. One of these is the airline industry, which is supposed to have an absolute responsibility to make sure that people are not harmed while on the plane. Just because they have this heightened responsibility, however, does not mean that…
During the early clinical trials of a new Parkinson’s treatment drug, Nuplazid® (pimavanserin) showed promise. Still, many doctors and physicians were cautious about the potential harmful effects that began to show up during the trials. The drug was awarded expedited approval in spite of the concerns. However, by March of last year,…
A disturbing surveillance video caught a driver running into and injuring a small handful of teenagers standing on the sidewalk. The driver of the car then backed away and fled the scene of the car crash. The accident happened on the evening of Sunday, October 13, in Stoneham, Massachusetts, just north of Boston….
Judge Frederica Massiah-Jackson declined the City of Philadelphia’s request for a new trial in the case of Degliomini v. Philadelphia Phillies; however, the $3.2 million verdict previously awarded in trial was reduced to the $500,000 statutory limit for claims against governmental entities. Plaintiff Anthony Degliomini was riding a bicycle in a charity event on a city…
Litigation can be an arduous and expensive process for all involved parties. To reduce the potential burden, many members within the healthcare industry include clauses within their agreements with patients that stipulate the use of arbitration in place of a trial should a dispute arise. Essentially the agreement asks the patient to…
Two years after the terrible incident and after a lengthy civil trial that ended with a $38 million verdict against the Baltimore police for shooting and killing Korryn Gaines in a standoff, the judge on the case shocked lots of people by throwing away the verdict. The case bears a review of…
Patients are supposed to emerge from hospitals healthier than when they arrived. But a significant number of older Americans are likely to emerge more disabled after a hospital stay. “In older patients, acute medical illness that requires hospitalization is a sentinel event that often precipitates disability,” according to The Journal of the…
A steamroller is a type of heavy equipment used in construction for leveling surfaces. The name “steam roller” has stuck even though these machines are generally diesel-powered. Roller machines are large and heavy but generally move slowly. They may not seem like they would be very dangerous but every year people are…
Gilead Sciences Inc. asked a California court that various personal injury claims against them be dismissed. According to the Los Angeles Sentinel, Superior Court Judge Carolyn Kuhl has denied this request. Gilead is accused of knowingly withholding safer medications that they were aware of to maintain high profits from their TDF medications that were…
The plaintiff, John Wyman, filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against Julie Scott after developing a stage IIIC malignant melanoma tumor. Wyman first went to see Scott after discovering a lesion on the left heel of his foot. Scott evaluated the lesion and diagnosed it as being an infected wart. Scott prescribed an…
Plaintiff Jennifer Bradley was a student-athlete on the field hockey team at American University in Washington D.C. During her third year, Bradley sustained a concussion during a match. She continued to endure symptoms of a concussion and expressed this, both verbally and in writing, to the team management and trainers. She was…
A New York mother is suing JetBlue Airways, saying the carrier caused her “great emotional distress, extreme fear, horror, mental shock, mental anguish and psychological trauma” after she went to John F. Kennedy International Airport to pick up her 5-year-old son and the airline staff gave her the wrong child. The mother…
The International Shark Attack File (ISAF) recently found that 2015 was the most dangerous year on record for shark attacks. The ISAF – a database administered by the Florida Museum of Natural History and the American Elasmobranch Society, compiling details of all known shark attacks, worldwide – found that there were 98…
In 1946, the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) was enacted, which recognized liability resulting from negligent actions (or inactions) of federal employees operating within the range of their official duties. This meant that the United States would bear potential liability in a suit instead of the individual employee. One of the exclusions within the…
This summer thousands of people across the state of Maryland will partake in recreational activities involving the water. Many people will visit the ocean, as well as the regions many lakes and rivers to go swimming, canoeing, rafting and more. These activities have the potential to be very dangerous, as drowning is…
Michaelangelo Heidenberg, the young son of Timothy Heidenberg and Claudia Grier, accidentally drowned in his father’s swimming pool. His mother, representing the boy’s estate, filed a claim of wrongful death naming the father as the defendant in a Howard County court. Judge Timothy J. McCrone ruled to allow the matter to continue despite the…
The family of 78-year-old Barbara Jones-Davis has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley, an assisted living facility in Philadelphia after the resident fell approximately 15 feet to her death. Jones-Davis, who suffered from dementia and visual impairment, exited the facility through an unlocked door and wandered without supervision. The…
Under a plan proposed to the Northern District of California, Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), as part of its bankruptcy proceedings, would cap compensation for victims of California wildfires at no more than $16.9 billion, a sum that lawyers representing victims of the fires have described as “totally unacceptable.” The $17 billion…
The Mid-Atlantic chapter of AAA has launched a campaign to combat distracted driving, and local gas stations will soon play a part. The campaign seeks to educate drivers on the severity of distracted driving, specifically to note that distracted driving is just as serious as driving under the influence of alcohol or…
Washington D.C. police arrested 56 individuals who were operating all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) on the roads and seized roughly 41 of these vehicles. Off-road style dirt bikes and mini bikes are not permitted on public roadways in D.C. Groups of young people riding these vehicles have reportedly been causing problems across the region,…
In February of 2016, Fresenius Medical Care (“Fresenius”) agreed to settle over 10,000 lawsuits that had been filed against it over one of its kidney dialysis products, GranuFlo. The company will pay out $250 million to settle various lawsuits brought by patients and family members of patients who were injured by the…