Distracted driving, an epidemic sweeping the nation. As smart phones, Twitter, text messaging, and email become the norm, instances of distracted driving, specifically those involving cell phone use, have skyrocketed. In 2014 alone more than 30,000 people were killed, with 430,000 more injured due to…
Before getting into an “Uber” car in Michigan, or for that matter becoming an Uber driver in Michigan, it would be prudent to thoroughly investigate the idea before proceeding with either plan. There are several inherent insurance related risks associated with doing so when it comes…
After a successful status conference on May 17, 2016, Judge F. Dennis Saylor, IV has issued a new court order in the Zofran MDL, a consolidated litigation that now includes over 200 birth defect lawsuits. Master Pleadings – MDL Order No. 14 In MDL Order No. 14,…
We posted very recently that heartburn medications in the proton pump inhibitor (PPI) drug class, like Prilosec, Nexium, and Prevacid, have been linked to possible dementia and Alzheimer’s symptoms. The drugs have also been linked to heart issues, and kidney damage that not only dangerous,…
Sunny weather has arrived and sunscreen use will naturally go up as people venture out for outdoor activities. Be aware that the protection posted on the bottle or tube might not be as high as advertised. Evaluations of sun protection factor (SPF) in sunscreen products…
Given the frequency with which concussions occur in today’s society, and the valued clients involved in personal injuries of many kinds, this firm will bring any noteworthy news on the subject. An individual might suffer some sort of blow to the head or other head…
Public pools are used indoors and outdoors, but with the summer season arriving they are especially in use as a favorite activity thought of fondly by many. However, before stepping into that public pool, indoors or out, beware that almost 80 percent of public pools…
Target bike helmet customers beware! Pacific Cycle has issued a recall of infant bicycle helmets sold at Target Stores only, due to magnet choking and ingestion problems. The helmets were sold with “SCHWINN” printed on the front for helmets sold at Target January, 2014 to…
A drug frequently used for anxiety problems, sold under the brand name Lyrica (generic name, pregabalin) has been linked to birth defects. In addition to anxiety, Lyrica (or pregabalin) is often prescribed for conditions such as pain, epilepsy, and other brain conditions, with approval by…
Those handy fitness trackers are supposed to let the user know heart rate readings for safe workouts without pushing one’s heart above its limitations. Unfortunately, Fitbit has been named in a lawsuit due its heart rate tracking being found to be inaccurate, endangering those using…