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$120 Million Verdict Awarded in Cerebral Palsy Birth Injury Lawsuit

Personal Injury / April 3, 2024 / 4 minutes of reading / By / , , , , , , , ,

Cerebral palsy is a devastating condition that affects a person’s ability to move, maintain balance, and control their muscles. It is caused by abnormal brain development or damage to the brain, often occurring shortly before or during birth. In some cases, cerebral palsy is the result of medical malpractice, where negligent care during delivery leads […]

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Chicago Hospital System Faces Lawsuit for Allegedly Enabling Sexual Abuse by Former OB/GYN

Personal Injury / March 28, 2024 / 4 minutes of reading / By / , , , , , , , , ,

A Chicago hospital system is facing a lawsuit filed on behalf of 300 women who claim they were sexually assaulted by a former OB/GYN. The accused, Fabio Ortega, was arrested for criminal sexual assault in 2018 and pleaded guilty, resulting in a three-year prison sentence. He was released in October 2023 after completing his parole

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Roundup Weed Killer: Bayer’s Search for a Glyphosate Replacement

Product Liability / March 22, 2024 / 3 minutes of reading / By / , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

In recent years, Roundup weed killer, manufactured by Bayer, has faced significant controversy due to its active ingredient, glyphosate. The herbicide has been linked to an increased risk of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, leading to an onslaught of lawsuits against the company. Bayer officials have now revealed that they are in the process of testing a potential

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Bayer Considers Controversial Bankruptcy Scheme to Settle Roundup Lawsuits

Product Liability / March 22, 2024 / 4 minutes of reading / By / , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

The controversy surrounding Bayer AG and its Roundup weedkiller continues to escalate as the company faces massive verdicts in non-Hodgkins lymphoma lawsuits. With a wave of additional trials set to take place throughout 2024, Bayer is reportedly considering a controversial bankruptcy scheme known as the “Texas two-step” to force settlements through the U.S. bankruptcy system.

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EPA Implements Stricter Limits on Ethylene Oxide Emissions

Personal Injury / March 19, 2024 / 3 minutes of reading / By / , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

In response to growing concerns over the health risks associated with ethylene oxide (EtO) emissions, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized new rules aimed at reducing the release of this carcinogenic gas into the environment. The regulations, which target commercial sterilization facilities, seek to protect communities living near these facilities and mitigate the

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Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit: A Step Toward Settlement

Personal Injury / March 22, 2024 / 4 minutes of reading / By / , , , , , , , , ,

The U.S. government is one step closer to settling thousands of claims alleging illnesses and deaths related to the contaminated water supply at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Between the years 1953 and 1987, the water supply at Camp Lejeune was contaminated with toxic chemicals, causing severe health issues for veterans and their family members.

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Nursing Home Staffing Shortages, Abuse, and Neglect: A Lingering Issue Post-COVID-19

Personal Injury / March 11, 2024 / 4 minutes of reading / By / , , , , , , ,

The COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on nursing homes across the United States, exposing longstanding issues of staffing shortages and infection control. A recent report released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) sheds light on the challenges faced by long-term care facilities and emphasizes the need for

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Uber Accused of Withholding Documents in Sexual Assault Probes, Playing a ‘Cat and Mouse Game’

Personal Injury / March 5, 2024 / 4 minutes of reading / By / , , , , , , ,

Uber, the popular ride-hailing company used by people all over the world, has come under scrutiny for its alleged failure to produce documents related to government probes into sexual assaults involving its drivers. Despite a court order giving Uber until January 31, 2024, to provide documents related to government investigations or inquiries into sexual assault

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Survivors of Archdiocese of Baltimore Sexual Abuse Must File Claims by May 31

Personal Injury / March 4, 2024 / 3 minutes of reading / By / , , , , , , , , , ,

The Archdiocese of Baltimore has been at the center of a disturbing scandal involving sexual abuse perpetrated by priests and members of the clergy. As a result of the Archdiocese’s recent bankruptcy filing, survivors of childhood sexual abuse within the Archdiocese have only three months left to file claims in bankruptcy court. The Pervasive Issue

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Sterigenics Lawsuits and Settlements: Understanding the Impact of Ethylene Oxide Exposure

Personal Injury / March 1, 2024 / 4 minutes of reading / By / , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

The issue of ethylene oxide exposure and its potential health risks has gained significant attention in recent years. One company that has faced legal action and public scrutiny due to its ethylene oxide emissions is Sterigenics. With medical sterilization facilities across the United States, Sterigenics has been at the center of numerous lawsuits and settlements

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