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- Judge Orders Zimmer to Pay $2M for Faulty Hip Implant
May 5, 2017
About the Zimmer Hip Implant A recent ruling in New Mexico could be great news to anyone with a defective Zimmer hip implant and also counts as a resounding win for consumer and patients’ rights advocates. As part of the ruling, Zimmer, Inc. has been ordered to pay over $2 million in damages to a New Mexico man after a judge found that the man’s defective Zimmer hip implant suffered from “unreasonably dangerous design” problems...Read More - 5 Common Misconceptions About Personal Injury Claims
Apr 28, 2017
Unfortunately, there is always a chance that you might end up in some sort of accident or situation that leaves you injured. If your injury is severe enough, you will want to file a personal injury claim so that you can recover compensation for your medical bills, medications, further treatment, and damages you might have suffered. It's important to have a lawyer on your side during this time as well. However, there are certain misconceptions...Read More - The Chemical Galaxolide is Being Phased Out of SC Johnson Products
Apr 21, 2017
Galaxolide is a synthetic fragrance that was initially created in 1965. It is a substance that many different manufacturers add to their products to provide a musk scent. Since the 1960s, it has been used in a number of different detergents, fabric softeners as well as perfumes, colognes and more. The usage of Galaxolide is estimated to be over three million pounds annually. Many different environmental groups believe that Galaxolide is very toxic. They believe...Read More - Harbor Freight Class Action Settlement Announced
Apr 14, 2017
In a statement dated March 15, 2017, Garden City Group, LLC has announced the settlement of a class action case brought against discount tool retailer Harbor Freight. Harbor Freight Class Action Settlement The lawsuit alleges that Harbor Freight violated consumer protection laws by using misleading prices for merchandise sold in its stores. The plaintiff, Jeffrey Beck, claims Harbor Freight improperly advertised a sale or “comp at” price on its goods when those items had not...Read More - Beware of Toxic Antimicrobial Chemicals in Consumer Products
Mar 23, 2017
It’s been 20 years since a fine was levied against Hasbro for engaging in false advertising. Hasbro had claimed that their popular Playskool toys, which had been treated with an antimicrobial substance called triclosan, could safeguard the health of children. The use of triclosan and 18 other potentially harmful chemicals in hand soap and other antimicrobial washes were subsequently banned by the Food and Drug Administration. According to the FDA, the manufacturers were unable to...Read More - Product Recall Lawsuit Alleges Samsung Not Honoring Product Recall
Mar 17, 2017
Samsung has been in hot water over the past few months. First, it experienced huge embarrassment after it was forced to recall its latest flagship phablet, the Galaxy Note 7, less than two months after it was released. This was due to a design flaw with the batteries that caused the phones to explode and catch on fire. Shortly after that debacle, there was another issue with the company’s top loading washing machines exploding, as well...Read More - How You Might Get Burned By Worker’s Comp Fraud
Mar 10, 2017
Worker’s compensation is designed to help those who are injured at work and lose their income as a result. It could be an employee who fell at work and needs several months of physical therapy to recover. If the employer cannot pay for the victim to spend months out of work, worker’s compensation is an insurance policy paid for by all employers to assist their employees in this instance. If a victim chooses to accept...Read More - Why You Should Not Use Social Media When Involved in a Serious Personal Injury Case
Feb 3, 2017
Social media is everywhere. From sharing photos on Instagram to stories on Snapchat, you can update your status to brag about a promotion or complain about heavy traffic on Facebook. Almost three-quarters of all adults with a computer and internet access use at least one social media platform regularly. Many use social media to promote their business, to share their stories with loved ones, and to stay engaged and entertained throughout the day. They also...Read More - Worst Defective Products of 2016
Jan 20, 2017
When consumers purchase products, it’s assumed they will be made as safe as possible. However, that is not always the case. More and more, products from virtually every category are found to be defective, leading to injuries and sometimes death. When this happens, those affected by the manufacturer’s negligence turn to attorneys skilled in handling incidents involving defective products. As 2017 has begun, here is a look back at some of the worst defective products...Read More - How to Cash In On Class-Action Lawsuits
Jan 13, 2017
When it comes to class-action lawsuits, many people think there is little chance they will see any compensation by being a participant. However, when you happen to receive a letter or postcard in the mail asking if you want to participate in a class-action suit, don’t be so quick to toss it in the trashcan. Instead, there are several tips you should follow to ensure you receive as much compensation as possible by participating in...Read More