Zantac made headlines in 2019 when Valisure, an online pharmacy, informed the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) about its dangers. Valisure reported finding large quantities of a contaminant called N-Nitrosodimethylamine or NDMA in brand-name and over-the-counter (OTC) ranitidine. As a result, the pharmacy petitioned the FDA to have Zantac recalled and suspend sales of […]
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A wrongful death action allows family members or personal representatives to demand compensation from someone who caused their loved one’s death. Whether the at-fault party caused the victim’s death intentionally or negligently, this legal recourse seeks to hold them accountable. Intentional acts include battery and assault. For instance, a caretaker harms a nursing home resident,
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A state court jury awarded a man who lost a leg due to a medical misdiagnosis $20 million in damages. The victim, Steven Luppold, alleged that the Lowell General Hospital twice misdiagnosed his throbbing knee as sciatica. When Luppold asked for an examination from his primary care provider, CT scans showed his leg was dying.
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Any place can be at risk for slips, trips, and falls. But certain areas and industries are more prone to these accidents. In 2021, 46.2 percent of fatal slips, trips, and falls were associated with the construction industry. Regardless of where it may happen, accidents involving slips, trips, and falls can result in severe injuries
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Dealing with a car accident is never easy. At best, you’re looking at property damage and a few hours wasted with the police and insurance companies. In 2021, about 24.69 percent of car crashes injured 5.4 million people. While fatal crashes are rare at 0.0028 percent, they led to 46,980 deaths. Victims have a lot
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Compared to other professional services, legal fees are relatively expensive. US attorneys can charge an average of $50 to $100 per hour, with some specialists billing over $300 per hour. While others may think attorney’s fees are outrageously costly, it’s essential to remember lawyering is a high-pressure job requiring extensive skills and experience. Fortunately, you
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In 2021, the Texas Department of Transportation recorded 541 fatal crashes and 577 deaths in Harris County. However, in 2022, traffic accidents in Harris County only accounted for 560 fatalities. Moreover, Houston experienced 66,988 crashes resulting in 327 road fatalities in 2021. The report shows Houston being the most dangerous city for motorists in the
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Disc herniation is a common medical condition, affecting approximately 5 to 20 cases per 1000 adults yearly. It often occurs in the cervical spine (neck) and lumbar spine (lower back), causing numerous uncomfortable and painful symptoms. The C5 and C6, spinal motion segments, are the most common regions for herniated discs. These two vertebrae are
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United Parcel Service (UPS) is a logistics and global package delivery company based in the US. They operate in more than 200 countries and provide delivery services to approximately 12.7 million customers daily. In 2022, UPS delivered 6.2 billion packages, generating a total revenue of $100.3 billion. As one of the largest fleets of commercial
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In a wrongful death case, the deceased’s representative or immediate family members may institute a claim against the responsible party. Parties in such lawsuits may enter a settlement agreement to compensate the beneficiaries. Moreover, it is a civil case with a lower burden of proof. One recent example of a wrongful death case involves the
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Each year, approximately 841,000 whiplash injuries associated with traffic accidents happen in the US. Whiplash is a neck injury that happens when blunt force trauma damages the neck’s soft tissues. This type of car accident injury usually happens from rear-end collisions. During a rear-end car accident, the head experiences sudden back-and-forth jerking from the transfer
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In Orange County, California, Newport Beach is aspirational living at its best. Miles of beautiful beachfront features luxury homes and hotels for the rich and famous. It rivals Irvine, Laguna Beach, and Los Angeles for Southern California’s best restaurants and spas. They line up along Hoag, San Joaquin Hills Road, and Newport Coast. However, despite
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