Between an explosive political climate and a global pandemic, the ins and outs of the U.S. justice system are more convoluted than ever before. If you are looking for more help on the latest changes in the legal system, you will find it here.
Michigan State University Professor David Foran resigned after reports of sexual assault were confirmed by the University’s own investigation. At least four women reported instances of being sexually assaulted by Foran, according to MSU’s Office of Institution Equality (OIE) report. Foran, a former criminal justice…
Last month, Fisher-Price issued a recall of its 4-in-1 Rock ‘n Glide Soothers and its 2-in-1 Soothe ‘n Play Gliders due to the death of four infants while using the Soothers. According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), both products are hazardous…
As an active member of the civil justice community, I have been part of the American Association for Justice for many years. AAJ has been around for more than half a century – although the name has evolved over time – and works to promote…
A Louisiana man recently filed a new paraquat lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. He names as defendants the manufacturers of the herbicide, including Syngenta AG and Chevron USA, Inc. He brings the action against them to recover damages…
Anyone is capable of sexual harassment, misconduct or assault. However, when these crimes are perpetrated by a licensed professional that people trust to help them in vulnerable times, it can be especially disturbing. Unfortunately, sexual misconduct by professionals happens every day. New Jersey is cracking…
Speeding is becoming so commonplace on our roads that we do not give it much thought when we see someone driving above the speed limit. However, this dangerous habit is proving to be one of the topmost causes of traffic accidents, accounting for a quarter…
It’s been over a year since Zantac manufacturer Sanofi recalled its heartburn drug from the market because of cancer concerns. Now, the lawyers representing plaintiffs against the company have accused Sanofi of destroying internal emails tied to the product recall. Zantac Manufacturer Admits Failure to…
The Collateral Source Rule prohibits a party from introducing evidence of insurance or a third-party providing coverage in order to offset any type of damages claimed. This rule applies to both plaintiffs and defendants in every personal injury case. A defendant cannot introduce evidence that…
Through my work in the settlement planning space, I often help individuals who have sustained catastrophic injuries that have upended their lives. While many of my clients bear lifelong physical scars from their injuries, others suffer in ways that are not as immediately noticeable. I…
When you visit a medical professional, you expect to be treated just like that – professionally. Unfortunately, sometimes these professionals use their credentials and trust to take advantage of their patients. Sexual misconduct by professionals is a disturbingly common occurrence in the United States and…
