A power plant explosion is one of the worst occupational disasters that can happen in any industry, and it typically leaves massive tragedy in its wake. These disasters are nearly always preventable as they are often due to company or worker negligence. It would seem like these would be some of the best maintained and monitored[...]
Date: March 12, 2015 / Accident Attorney / UncategorizedA DUI car accident often produces terrible injuries, and they are responsible for a vast number of motorist and pedestrian deaths every year. The U.S. has a serious drunk driving issue, and according to the CDC, a drunk motorist gets away with driving drunk 80 times on average before they are finally caught. It’s no surprise,[...]
Date: March 11, 2015 / Accident Attorney / UncategorizedSeveral studies published in the last decade have demonstrated a link between heart defects in newborn children and SSRI use, which has raised concerns about a potential increase in the pregnancy death rate. Cardiovascular complications can impact a child’s life well beyond birth, as they greatly increase the chances of more [...]
Date: March 11, 2015 / Drug Injury / UncategorizedConstruction sites, industrial facilities, oil platforms and shipping centers make regular use of heavy equipment, and accidents are a real possibility if proper safety measures are not maintained. Workers must be thoroughly trained, machinery regularly inspected and safety procedures observed by management personnel. This soun[...]
Date: March 11, 2015 / Uncategorized / Workers CompensationThere’s no way to prevent accidents altogether, but injury lawyers can help minimize their impact. Every day, people face a staggering number of small risks, like driving in heavy traffic, working on an active job site, using a variety of appliances and machines, and consuming certain foods and medications. On their own, none[...]
Date: January 8, 2015 / Accident Attorney / UncategorizedTreatment for Low-T syndrome has forced lawsuit preparations on the behalf of hundreds of victims as testosterone supplements can produce serious side effects in some people. For years, safety research into testosterone replacement therapy has lagged behind the popularity of these drugs. This is due in large part to aggressive ma[...]
Date: December 22, 2014 / Drug Injury / UncategorizedIf you’ve been hurt in an ATV rollover crash, an injury attorney might be able to help you get back on the road to recovery. These vehicles are popular among rural thrill seekers, where hills, forests and plenty of open space is available for testing the vehicle’s limits. This can be deadly though, as these vehicles were no[...]
Date: December 17, 2014 / Accident Attorney / UncategorizedThe Takata air bag recall is yet another large-scale safety report that concerns millions of vehicle owners. And, like the GM ignition switch safety alert before it, it involves a serious problem that can result in grave injury and death. Another attribute it shares with the GM alert is secrecy. It is now clear that engineers w[...]
Date: December 16, 2014 / Defective Products / UncategorizedEON and EON Mini are implants created to relieve chronic pain. These implants, which are manufactured by St. Jude, are designed to be placed under the skin and near the spinal column. This can be particularly beneficial for individuals dealing with various types of brain injuries, as it generates small electrical currents that di[...]
Date: November 6, 2014 / Product LiabilityWhat To Do About Cymbalta Side Effects Talk to Our Attorneys about a Cymbalta Lawsuit PLEASE NOTE: TERRY BRYANT IS NO LONGER ACCEPTING NEW CYMBALTA CASES. If you recently stopped taking Cymbalta and experienced withdrawal side effects, you are not alone. The Food and Drug Administration reports that compared to patients who [...]
Date: October 24, 2014 / Drug InjuryTread separation cases can involve extremely serious or fatal injuries because a sudden tire failure can send a vehicle careening out of control. This typically occurs when a tire is not manufactured or serviced properly, or when a driver does not maintain their vehicle properly. In the weeks following a tire defect accident, i[...]
Date: September 25, 2014 / UncategorizedPeople hurt in an accident involving a FedEx truck often need injury lawyer assistance to ascertain the circumstances of the accident and determine who is responsible. Though this freight company regularly receives accolades for its commitment to safety, it contracts nearly 45,000 drivers to deliver packages around the country [...]
Date: September 11, 2014 / Accident Attorney / UncategorizedZoloft side effects take many forms, and many of them are life changing or even fatal. Also called sertraline, its generic name, this medication has been the second most-prescribed selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) since its production. It is one of Pfizer’s most-profitable drugs, and even though it has been on th[...]
Date: September 10, 2014 / Drug Injury / UncategorizedIn recent years, salmonella in peanut and almond butter has captured many headlines. In 2008 and 2009, an outbreak of the bacteria swept across the U.S., sickening 714 people and killing nine, including several children. Families affected by this tragedy often sought the assistance of a child injury lawyer. By the time the outbre[...]
Date: August 28, 2014 / Product Liability / UncategorizedIn the wake of a serious injury, a personal injury lawyer may be contacted in an attempt to hold the responsible party liable. Severe accidents can result in long-term or permanent disability or disfigurement, and the compensation needed to maintain the victim’s health in these cases can be sizable. In general, the larger the[...]
Date: June 27, 2014 / Personal Injury / UncategorizedFuego's Tortilla Grill has voluntarily closed due to salmonella. The College Station Mexican restaurant is not the first restaurant to have similar issues. The Brazos County Health Department is investigating reports of food borne illness. Thirty cases of Salmonella Typhimurium-Ohio serotype cases have been documented and most of[...]
Date: May 26, 2014 / UncategorizedWith so many risks in the petroleum industry, an oil rig injury is a common occurrence in the field. Some platforms are hundreds of miles away from shore, so any worker harmed in an accident may be hours away from medical care. Employers, therefore, must take safety seriously on platforms or their negligence can lead to serious[...]
Date: May 23, 2014 / Uncategorized / Workers CompensationA high-pressure explosion claimed the lives of two West Texas oil field workers and injured nine others in Loving County, Texas on the morning of Wednesday, April 30, 2014. For those impacted by such incidents, consulting an oilfield accident lawyer may be a necessary step to understand legal rights and options. Loving County [...]
Date: May 2, 2014 / Environmental Injury / Wrongful Death