After being ordered to pay billions of dollars related to lost legal battles concerning the product, Johnson & Johnson halted the sale of its talc-based baby powders. The baby powder will no longer be sold in the United States and Canada. The company made the announcement in May of 2020 and claimed that it was […]

Millions of people have lost their jobs as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. With their jobs, these people have also lost their health insurance. This is particularly stressful at a time when we are facing a serious health crisis. You do have some options, however, if you have lost your health insurance. Get on […]

In September of 2019, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that potentially harmful levels of a cancer-causing agent had been found in products containing ranitidine. These products included heartburn medication Zantac. The long-term use of Zantac had been primarily linked with colorectal cancer, but now a connection has been established between Zantac and breast […]

If you’ve been involved in a car accident, you’re likely nervous and confused about what to do next. It can be hard, but it’s important to stay level-headed during this difficult time. There are some critical things you should not do after a car accident. Leave the Scene Leaving the scene of an accident that […]

According to an analysis published in June by JAMA Pediatrics, pod-based e-cigarettes may be more addictive than other types of e-cigarettes. Juul pods and other similar devices, deliver 60% more nicotine than regular cigarettes. These pod-based devices are designed to deliver nicotine in a low-pH form, which is less harsh compared to other e-cigarette devices. […]

Amputation is one of the most life-altering injuries a negligence victim can suffer. The victim of amputation has to learn a whole new way of living and getting through the day. If you suffered from an amputation injury, you are likely facing years of struggle and financial obligations. What is an Amputation Injury? An amputation […]

The initial surgery for a hernia repair is stressful enough. You have to miss work, and you may undergo a long and painful recovery process. Managing your treatment and your medical bills can be overwhelming. If you now need to undergo a second surgery because your hernia mesh is defective, you are not alone. Defective […]

According to the Insurance Information Institute, in 2018, more than 1.8 million people were injured in car accidents. Like the causes of car accidents, car accident injuries can vary widely. Some injuries, however, are more common in car accidents. Several factors come into play in the types of injuries seen. For instance, whether individuals were […]

Hundreds of pages of court documents were unsealed in April by a federal judge in Florida. These documents were related to the lawsuits against manufacturer 3M and their defectively designed earplugs that were used by members of the military in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. The released documents include emails, depositions, memos, and receipts related […]

People across the country are remaining home as a result of COVID-19. This has led to an increased number of people riding their bikes and taking walks around their neighborhood. Given the increase in bicyclists and pedestrians, it has become more important than ever to be aware of safety issues. Here are some helpful tips […]