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What are the Toxic Chemicals Found in AFFF Firefighting Foam?

July 19, 2023

Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) is a type of firefighting foam used by most civilian and military units to suppress fires. However, this firefighting foam contains toxic “forever chemicals” called per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that can cause severe health issues if a person is exposed to large quantities. When AFFF firefighting foam is used, PFAS can persist in the environment through soil and drinking sources,

Plaintiffs Propose New Warning Label for Tylenol

July 19, 2023

Recent studies have indicated that pregnant women that consistently use Tylenol during their pregnancy can expose their children to the risk of autism. Tylenol is a popular over-the-counter pain reliever used by pregnant women to relieve physical pregnancy aches and pains, but it contains endocrine disruptors that can alter fetal development. Because of this, plaintiffs have begun suggesting a new warning label for Tylenol. Many

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Types of Nursing Home Abuse

July 18, 2023

Nursing home abuse is any type of abuse that someone at a nursing home experiences from fellow patients, nursing home staff, or administration. Some older adults require assistance from nursing home staff due to their declining physical condition and cognitive functioning. However, some people take advantage of an older person’s condition and physically, emotionally, sexually, or financially abuse them. Victims of nursing home abuse can

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How Does Standard of Care Affect a Medical Malpractice Claim?

July 17, 2023

Medical professionals owe it to their patients to treat them with proper care that meets accepted industry standards. This is the standard of care they owe patients to treat them in a way that mitigates harm and can put them in a position to recover from their severe injury, illness, or other medical condition. However, some medical professionals breach that standard of care through negligence

How Can Autism from Tylenol Affect a Person’s Life?

July 15, 2023

According to recent scientific studies, prenatal exposure to Tylenol can result in an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis. Tylenol, also known in its generic form as acetaminophen, contains endocrine disruptors that can expose a child to developmental disorder risk. Women commonly use Tylenol during pregnancy to relieve aches and pain, but consistent exposure to Tylenol can expose their child to autism risk. Autism can affect

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Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?

July 13, 2023

Victims of severe injuries from personal injury accidents, such as traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), broken necks, and internal injuries, can experience enough harm to cause a life-threatening impact. These personal injury accidents like car, motorcycle, and truck accidents can cause wrongful death. The surviving family members of the victim who passed away can experience economic and non-economic damages, as they will have to pay for

What Are The Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents?

July 13, 2023

A bicycle accident can cause significant damage and severe injuries to bicyclists because bicycles have little protection to protect them from impact. Bicycle accidents can result from the negligence of bicyclists, motor vehicle drivers, bicycle parts manufacturers, etc. Some common causes of bicycle accidents include distracted driving, speeding, dooring, defective bicycle parts, etc. If you were the victim of a bicycle accident, you could file

Chemical Hair Relaxers Can Cause Ovarian Cancer

July 11, 2023

Women who use chemical hair relaxers at least four times a year can expose themselves to a greater risk of hormone-sensitive cancer, such as ovarian cancer. These products contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), carcinogenic chemicals that can cause hormone imbalance and cancer in the reproductive system. Ovarian cancer is one of the health issues caused by higher estrogen levels, and it can cause symptoms such as

How Much is a Product Liability Claim Worth?

July 10, 2023

Consumers can suffer severe injuries from defective or dangerous products, such as car parts, toys, medication, etc. These can leave the designer, manufacturer, distributor, or seller of the product liable in a product liability claim. To recover compensation for damages, such as medical bills, lost earning potential, and mental anguish, you must prove the at-fault party’s negligent behavior is why the dangerous product caused your

How to Recover Compensation from a Car Accident With an Uninsured Motorist

July 8, 2023

Following a car accident, victims normally have many options to recover compensation for damages like medical bills, property damage, and pain and suffering. One of the ways to recover compensatory damages is by filing a car accident claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company. You and your car accident lawyer can negotiate a settlement with their insurer that can pay you for your economic and

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What are the Toxic Chemicals Found in AFFF Firefighting Foam?

Plaintiffs Propose New Warning Label for Tylenol

Types of Nursing Home Abuse

How Does Standard of Care Affect a Medical Malpractice Claim?

How Can Autism from Tylenol Affect a Person’s Life?

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?

What Are The Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents?

Chemical Hair Relaxers Can Cause Ovarian Cancer

How Much is a Product Liability Claim Worth?

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