Meritas Guide To Defective Products Litigation in EMEA – Norway
1. What claims may be brought for liability for defective products? Is liability based on fault/ negligence, or strict liability, or both? In Norway, defective product claims may be brought in contract and the tort of negligence and/ or under the…By: MERITAS – Law Firms Worldwide
Pro Te: Solutio – Vol. 11, No. 4
Fall has descended upon us, along with that nip in the air and the aroma of pumpkin spice. All of these herald our latest edition of Pro Te: Solutio, which contains three fascinating articles on topics of current interest in our field. In Paradigm…By: Butler Snow LLP
Court: Sandy Hook Lawsuit Against Remington Can Proceed
In 2016, a Connecticut judge dismissed a lawsuit brought by the families of the victims of the Sandy Hook massacre against Remington, the manufacturer of the weapon used in the killings. But this week, the Connecticut Supreme Court revived part of the lawsuit, ruling that federal protections did not prevent the families from bringing a lawsuit based on wrongful marketing tactics, and claims based on a state law regarding unfair trade practices could move forward. Here’s a look at the ruling, and what it could mean for future lawsuits against gun makers. Laws, Lies, and Liability The suit was initially dismissed pursuant to the Protection of Lawful Commerce of Arms Act (PLCAA), signed into law by George W. Bush in 2005. In the 4-3 ruling, the Connecticut Supreme Court largely …
How Long Does It Take for an Attorney to Settle on a Personal Injury Case After Doctors Release You?
If you were involved in an accident that wasn’t your fault, it’s all too common to wonder about the length of time it will take to settle your case and receive compensation for you medical treatment and losses….By: The Roth Firm
CPSC Acting Chair Buerkle’s Priorities Include IoT and Furniture Safety
At a recent product safety conference, Ann Marie Buerkle, Acting Chair of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced CPSC’s priorities for 2019. These include technology—both for consumers and within the agency—as well as window…By: Morrison & Foerster LLP – Class Dismissed
You Should Know – March 2019
Investigations Raise Oversight Concerns at Surgery Centers – Ambulatory surgery centers perform millions of outpatient surgeries a year, most with little complication. However, new investigations are raising concerns about lax reporting and…By: Patrick Malone & Associates P.C. | DC Injury
How Much Is My Premises Liability Case Worth?
The financial impact of unanticipated injuries is staggering. In 2013 alone, nearly $671 billion was lost in productivity and lifetime medical expenses due to accidental injuries and violent altercations. Besides healthcare bills and lost income, personal injury victims often have to cope psychological injuries such as depression and adjustment disorders. Although nothing can undo the trauma of such a devastating event, the injured party may be able to recover compensation for both their economic damages (medical bills, lost income, etc.) and non-economic damages like pain and suffering. If you were hurt in a slip and fall accident, you might have grounds for a premises liability claim. The costs associated with a serious fall can add up quickly, so it’s only natural to wonder how much your …
Cancer Causing Chemicals Detected in Grand Rapids Air, Medical Company the Possible Source
A medical device manufacturing plant in downtown Grand Rapids has left many in the community worried as the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) continues toxic air investigations. Nearly 100 people gathered at Grand Valley State University’s Eberhard Center on March 6 for a meeting hosted by the DEQ to discuss concerns over the air pollution coming from the plant, Viant Medical. Cancer concerns began as the DEQ provided computer models showing high enough levels to pose a long-term health risk of ethelyne oxide (EtO), a known carcinogen, within a 2,000 foot-radius around the Viant plant. In November of 2018, these models showed EtO concentrations of up to 150 times the Environmental Protection Agency’s screening level. Over the past two years, Viant Medical has been issued four air pollution violation…
New Jersey Releases Lists of Abusive Priests
The New Jersey Catholic dioceses recently released the names of 188 priests and deacons credibly accused of child sexual abuse. The release comes after Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal established a task force on September 6, 2018, to investigate allegations of sexual abuse within the state’s dioceses, as well as any efforts to cover up that abuse. Advocates for victims say the list does not do enough to right the wrongs the church has committed over the past several decades. Mark Crawford, head of the New Jersey chapter of the Survivors Network of Those Abused by Priests (SNAP), noted that the lists do not reveal when the church learned of the allegations. State Senator Joseph Vitale (D-Middlesex), who has pushed to eliminate New Jersey’s statute of limitations on civil …
3M Combat Earplug Failures Making National Headlines
According to a recent NPR report, which you can find here, soldiers who have used 3M earplugs reported hearing loss in both ears, as well as a persistent hearing defect known as tinnitus. Veterans described the hearing effects of these injuries as, “a chorus of cicadas, like an ambient noise that constantly causes interference.” Many lawsuits are now attempting to hold 3M accountable for the service-member’s hearing loss. These Combat Arms Earplugs were the used by all branches of the U.S. military between 2003 and 2015, during the peak of the Wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. These earplugs were a part of soldiers’ everyday activities—from driving vehicles to discharging firearms, 3M earplugs became a staple in the front-lines of the US armed forces. When …
Pennsylvania Marine Sergeant Sues 3M for Earplug Defects
A Pennsylvania U.S. Marine sergeant recently filed a new 3M dual-ended Combat Arms earplugs lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota. He claims that after using these earplugs during his service in the military, he suffered serious injuries. Plaintiff Wears Earplugs While in Iraq—Suffers Hearing Loss According to his complaint, the plaintiff joined the military in 1995 at 20 years old. Prior to that time, he had no signs or symptoms of hearing loss or tinnitus. From 1995 to 1997, the plaintiff served in the United States Marine Corp reserve in Pennsylvania where he performed weather equipment repair work. He later switched to aircraft maintenance. From May 2001 to November 2007, the plaintiff served on reserve duty as part of the Army National Guard at Fort …
How to Know If You Have the Right Insurance Coverage
Car insurance is considered complicated by most people. However, a basic understanding of the various coverages available takes away the guesswork and helps you know what you need, why you need it, and exactly what it will cover. The greatest mistake providers make is to tell you that the other driver’s insurance will pay your medical bills. That payment by the driver who caused the wreck only happens at the very end, which means you need to keep paying your medical bills to avoid going into collections. See Medical Payments section later in this article for more information. Bodily Injury Most states require that drivers carry bodily-injury liability insurance to cover the cost of medical treatment, rehabilitation, legal fees, pain and suffering, and burial expenses of …