Soft Tissue Injuries From Car Crashes
Soft tissue injuries from a car crash can have dramatic effects. Often, we think of a car crash as a violent explosion of metal, glass, and plastic. But it is not always so. Some crashes do not have a lot of visible property damage to either car. Yet the personal injuries can be surprisingly bad. […]
Houston Plant Fire Case Gets Class Cert
A victory in the Wheeler v. Arkema Plant Fire Case in Crosby, TX occurred yesterday. Judge Ellison of the Federal District Court for the Southern District of Texas issued an Order certifying a class of approximately 28,000 people (over 10,000 properties). The full 111-page order can be read here: Arkema Ruling on Class Certification and […]
Am I being exposed to PFOS/PFAS?
Unlike just 5 years ago, most people have now heard about the “Forever Chemicals” known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. These chemicals are more commonly referred to as PFAS. PFAS are widely used in numerous products from food containers to infant car seats. PFAS are known as Forever Chemicals because the components break down extremely […]
Atrium Hernia Mesh Lawsuit Update
A global settlement has been reached to resolve Atrium hernia mesh lawsuits. What is the atrium hernia mesh lawsuit about? Approximately 3,000 cases are pending in MDL 2753. The cases concern injuries caused by several models of the C-Qur hernia mesh implants manufactured by Atrium Medical Corp., Maquet Cardiovascular US Sales, LLC and Getinge AB […]
Ways to Protect Your Children on the Road
Children under 12 need to be safely secured in a car seat to prevent injuries, or even death, in the event of a crash. In 2019, more than 600 children 12 and younger died in motor vehicle crashes nationwide. More than 91,000 were injured. At least 38 percent were not buckled properly. It is important […]
Cancer Caused by PFAS – PFOA and PFOS
Scientists continue to study the health effects of exposure to C8 chemicals. These chemicals include PFAS, PFOA, and PFOS. To date, scientific research shows exposures to these chemicals cause certain cancers and appear to be strongly associated with other cancers and adverse health effects. What is the AFFF MDL Litigation? Legal claims related to exposure […]
Bard Hernia Mesh Case Update
The second trial in the Bard hernia mesh MDL (MDL 2846; In Re: Davol, Inc./C.R. Bard, Inc., Polypropylene Hernia Mesh Products Liability Litigation) just concluded. Thankfully, it resulted in a verdict for the plaintiffs. What are the trials about? Plaintiffs filed suit for injuries sustained after having mesh manufactured by C.R. Bard., Inc. (“Bard”) implanted […]
The Problem with Oilfield Pits
Oilfield pits are ground excavations (earthen storage) designed for storing liquids and sludges utilized in or produced during oil and gas exploration and production operations. The first oilfield pit in Louisiana was excavated in the first oilfield in Louisiana in conjunction with the first oil well in the Evangeline Field in the early 1900’s. The […]
10 Ways to Keep Safe on the Road
Spring and summer vacations mean more road traffic. The more cars on the road, the more dangerous it can be. Your safety is important and there are some things you can do to help make sure you keep yourself and others safe. Wear your seatbelt. This is the one of the most preventable ways to […]
Should Superfund Sites Still Shock Us?
Recently an article discussing 100 people being diagnosed with cancer from the same New Jersey high school came across my desk. It was sent to me by multiple people who were all shocked and horrified by the fact that so many members of a single community suffered from such serious conditions from a Superfund Site […]