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We now know the dangers of asbestos exposure. Still, years ago, asbestos was commonly used in construction because of its insulation capabilities. Manufactured commodities like cloth, paper, cement, plastics, and other materials were made stronger when asbestos was added. Furthermore, the mineral… Read more
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As one of the most publicized product liability cases ever to see the light of a civil courtroom, the Johnson & Johnson product liability lawsuits for the company’s line of talcum powders remains in the legal spotlight. In May of 2020, Johnson & Johnson released a statement that the company… Read more
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A former employee is suing a St. Petersburg gift business for alleged workplace retaliation and other reported labor violations. The lawsuit alleges that Cuppa Inc. failed to pay her for all hours worked and retaliated against her when she lodged a complaint about her wages. What can employees in… Read more
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Morgan & Morgan has filed a lawsuit against the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office for violating the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The lawsuit, which seeks financial damages, states that the Sheriff’s Office violated federal law by not providing services to our client, Cassandra Kinney, who is… Read more
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One of the most common reasons many people switch to electronic cigarettes is the assumption that they are generally safer and less detrimental to your health than traditional cigarettes. But the truth is, electronic cigarettes are not 100 percent safe. Besides the possibility of contracting lung… Read more
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Johnson & Johnson is a multinational company manufacturing numerous well-known personal care brands, medical devices, and medications. In 2020, the company pulled its talcum-based baby powder off shelves after facing a flood of lawsuits alleging that its baby powder causes cancer. Recent… Read more
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For almost a century, people have known of the dangers of using talcum powder. Historically, talcum powder has contained asbestos, a known carcinogen (cancer-causing agent). If inhaled, this asbestos-laden substance is linked to tumors and abnormal cell growth. Not all talcum powder contains… Read more
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Knee injuries can be devastating—often requiring long periods of recovery, physical therapy, and even surgery in the most severe cases. If your knee injury occurred while you were at work, you may think that workers’ compensation will cover your treatment and take care of your expenses while you… Read more
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Working on the railroad is a tough, taxing job that can often result in serious injuries. These can include sudden traumatic injuries, cumulative wear-and-tear injuries, or health damage caused by exposure to unsafe chemicals or solvents. While employees who get injured at work are usually… Read more
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A U.S. bankruptcy judge has rejected Johnson & Johnson's (J&J) proposed $8 billion settlement aimed at resolving tens of thousands of lawsuits alleging that the brand’s talc-based products caused ovarian cancer and fallopian tube cancer. This marks the third unsuccessful attempt by J&J… Read more
