The talc powder that Johnson & Johnson marketed and sold as having the “purest protection” was found through research to contain asbestos. It is widely recognized that exposure to asbestos causes lung cancer. The good news is that there are over 19,000 pending lawsuits against Johnson & Johnson for their harmful talc powder, which means […]
When consumers purchase and use products, they put a certain amount of trust in the manufacturers of those products. They believe that the products will not only fulfill a need but, that they are also safe. Pesticides use various chemicals to control the populations of harmful insects and promote lush, beautiful, lawns and gardens. Some […]
There's a good chance you have bought something on Amazon in the past month and it may be counterfeit. With Amazon cornering almost 40% of the e-commerce market it's almost guaranteed that they will sell us a product. When using Amazon do you pay attention to whether the item is from a third-party seller or […]
All across the country people are debating vaping. Where is the line for personal rights? Do e-cigarettes provide a healthier alternative to traditional tobacco products? Do the limited health problems constitute a viable reason to totally eliminate their sales? There are major debates on the governmental floors of multiple states St. Louis Park, Minnesota voted […]
At first glance, e-scooters sound like a fantastic idea. They're readily available in many cities, and they offer a great alternative to walking and driving. But what many people don't know is that a lot of cities have banned them; either partially or completely. That action was taken due to the number of people who […]
Do you remember the case involving the duck boat rides in Springfield, Missouri? Seventeen people died as a result of that incident, but the case is not over yet. A Grand Jury has indicted two more people for their alleged misconduct and negligence. The Superceding Indictment The superceding indictment replaced the original one to include additional […]
Defective products can cause a lot of harm. When most companies learn about a problem with their product, there's a recall and the situation is rectified. But that's not what happened when a company sold earplugs to the United States military, even after they knew they were defective. Defective Earplugs Led to Injury and Legal Action […]
Most people are aware of the multiple lawsuits that Johnson & Johnson is facing. The claim is that their talcum powder led many women to develop cancer, and those women are looking for justice. A lot of them will be disappointed to learn that they might not get it. Missouri Supreme Court Ruling in Johnon […]
The world has never been more connected than it is right now. In many cases, that connectedness is good. It helps people stay in touch with the people they love, or haven’t seen in a long time. In other cases, the Internet and various apps can actually do a lot of harm. For example, take […]
In recent news, drug manufacturer Daiichi Sankyo agreed to a $300-million settlement for those suffering at the hands of commonly-prescribed high blood pressure medication, olmesartan, for failure to adequately warn patients about drug risks. Dangerous drugs remain in-use for high blood pressure patients, and the St. Louis personal injury attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman want […]
