Tobacco litigation has been the source of significant controversy for the past 15 years, and there have been major developments in recent months. Bloomberg is reporting that Philip Morris USA announced that it, along with other cigarette makers, would release to 17 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico their respective portions of more than $4
Though birth injuries can occur through the fault of no one, birth injuries are sometimes caused by medical malpractice. Medical malpractice is when a doctor or other medical professional injures a patient due to negligence. In the case of a birth injury, a newborn is often the victim of the negligence. When a birth injury is caused by
A class action lawsuit may seem intimidating and confusing because there are so many parties involved and because the legal procedures differ from traditional lawsuits. In many ways, however, a class action lawsuit is like any other legal proceeding. The following explains what can be expected in a class action lawsuit. First, in order to initiate a class action
Illinois law requires students to provide proof of immunization to be admitted into school. Until now, parents could exempt their students from this requirement for either medical or religious reasons. When based on religious grounds, parents simply had to write a letter to local school officials stating that having their children vaccinated violated their religious beliefs. That law recently changed
After a workplace accident, you may be wondering, “when do you need a workers’ comp attorney?” When filing a work injury claim, victims may need a workers’ compensation attorney for guidance on documentation, damages, and denials. Illinois law requires your employer in Chicago and other communities throughout Illinois to carry workers’ compensation insurance coverage. Workers’ compensation pays
The code of silence among police officers is enforced to create a bond of solidarity, but it often results in financial liability when injuries occur. Dangers of a Police Code of Silence When the police code of silence perpetrates injury on innocent victims, or in some cases criminals, city officials may pay the price. The
Power linemen face numerous workplace hazards every day. Falls from dangerous heights, electric shocks, burns, exposure to toxic substances, and motor vehicle accidents often cause electrical workers to become seriously injured. In some cases, these incidents can even be fatal. Recognizing the magnitude of the dangers they face and taking appropriate safety measures can help
The US healthcare system is facing a medical crisis due to inferior hospital quality and substandard patient care in medical facilities across the country. Hospital Patients are Dying Recent investigations by Georgia Health News and WebMD show that the U.S. healthcare system is not providing quality medical care to patients. Although Americans spent close to $3.5 trillion on healthcare
Last weekend much of the United States, “sprang forward” as we moved our clocks ahead one hour. While daylight savings time has long been considered a modern rite of passage for the changing seasons, some experts point out that the time change puts our health at risk and increases the risk of accidents and injuries
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