Defective Combat Earplugs Lawsuits

When the men and women serving in the U.S. military volunteer to place themselves in harm’s way, they expect and deserve the best protective gear in the world. In the case of 3M earplugs, that’s not what they got. According to the Military Times, 100… read more

Umbilical Cord Prolapse Birth Injury Claims

Umbilical cord prolapse (UCP) is an uncommon obstetric emergency. It can cause permanent impairments or death for the unborn infant. There are two types of umbilical cord prolapse. Overt UCP occurs when the umbilical cord drops through the cervix into the vagina before the baby… read more

Everything You Need To Know About Class Action Lawsuits

Class action lawsuits are an effective way to hold negligent parties responsible for their actions. In fact, class action lawsuits are one of the most powerful tools in the legal system to obtain justice for those injured by a party’s negligence. However, due to scrutiny… read more

Workplace Death Statistics

Fatal workplace accidents are rare, but their impact can be devastating for those who knew and loved the accident victim. Family members may be emotionally and financially traumatized, and co-workers are forever left with the memory of someone dying in the place they must work… read more

How Long Do Class Action Lawsuits Take?

There is no set time it takes for a class action lawsuit to settle or go to trial. Each case is unique, and many factors can affect the timeline. Most people assume that class action lawsuits take a long time to resolve. Some take years… read more

Understanding Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

Truck drivers are very familiar with GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating). They must know the vehicle’s GVWR because of state and federal regulations for the weight of trucks and their cargo.  Trucks are also classified by their GVWR. If the GVWR is high enough, a… read more

Are Tornadoes Worse Than Hurricanes?

Every year, tornadoes and hurricanes take multiple lives and cause billions of dollars in property damage. Being caught in the pathway of these monster storms is a terrifying and helpless feeling, but can one really be worse than the other? When it comes to the… read more

The Dangers of Working on an Oil Rig

Living and working on an oil rig is extremely challenging. The rig needs to be maintained 24 hours a day, which leads to most workers putting in long shifts every day for weeks at a time. While the pay can be exceptional, and the living… read more

How To Check if Your Eye Drops Have Been Recalled Due to Contamination

People use eye drops for many reasons. For example, one may purchase them over-the-counter or have a prescription. Recently, several companies have issued recalls for contaminated eye drops. Using the contaminated eye drops could result in infections and loss of vision.  So, how do you… read more

Most Dangerous Jobs in the U.S. According to OSHA

In 2022, there were 5,486 people killed in workplace accidents across the country, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). That’s up from 5,190 worker fatalities the previous year.  Sadly, a relatively small number of industries represent a disproportionate share of workplace deaths…. read more