Jul 29, 2024 | Defective Medical Device, Defective Product, Mass Tort News, Product Liability, Safety
In recent years, there has been a surge in lawsuits against medical device manufacturers, and one of the most notable examples is the litigation involving Bard PowerPort. Bard PowerPort, a medical device designed to facilitate the administration of intravenous fluids,...
Jul 2, 2024 | Chemical Injury, Safety, Work Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Explosion, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
A recent federal inspection at Outdoor Furniture Refinishing Inc., also known as Allied Powder Coating, in Houston has uncovered over 40 safety hazards, posing severe safety hazards and health risks to employees. From exposure to toxic chemicals and inadequate...
Jun 13, 2024 | Defective Product, Product Liability, Safety
In a significant development, Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has agreed to a $700 million nationwide settlement to address allegations that the company misled consumers regarding the safety of its talcum-based powder products. This talcum powder lawsuit settlement...
Apr 30, 2024 | Defective Product, Formaldehyde Exposure, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Safety, Workplace Injuries
Formaldehyde is a colorless, strong-smelling chemical that is common in consumer products like construction materials and chemicals. But did you know that it can also be found in food products we purchase at stores? Despite its ubiquitous nature in the environment,...
Apr 2, 2024 | Burn Injury, Defective Product, Product Liability, Product Recall, Safety
Nestlé is recalling more than 440,000 metallic mugs sold in Starbucks-branded gift sets due to safety concerns. More than a dozen consumers have been injured by burns or lacerations when the mugs broke due to heat or hot liquids. The Consumer Product Safety Commission...
Feb 20, 2024 | Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Safety, The Jones Act, Workplace Safety
In the vast expanses of the Gulf of Mexico, where offshore oil rigs dot the horizon and maritime operations hum with activity, safety is paramount. Louisiana, a state intimately tied to the oil and gas industry, has taken a significant step to enhance the safety of...
