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Johnson & Johnson has faced multiple lawsuits over its flagship powder, Johnson's. The avalanche of lawsuits derives from the shocking revelations that the multinational company knew that its baby powder contains talcum powder, a mineral that causes ovarian cancer and mesothelioma. But even… Read more
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Vehicle safety has come a long way in the decades since automobiles became the standard mode of transportation for Americans. Seat belts, reinforced frames, and airbags help keep passengers and drivers safe. But in some instances, vehicular safety features can cause harm to those inside the… Read more
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On February 3, 2023, a train derailed near the town of East Palestine, Ohio. The Norfolk Southern train derailment involved around 50 railcars. Some of these cars were carrying a toxic chemical called vinyl chloride—a compound used primarily to produce polyvinyl chloride (PVC). PVC is a common… Read more
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As the population ages, more families are relying on nursing homes to provide quality care for elderly loved ones. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse is a widespread problem, and incidents of abuse, neglect, or mistreatment within these facilities continue to surface. For families whose loved… Read more
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When you suffer an injury due to someone else's negligence, securing compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering can help you get your life back on track. This is often done with a personal injury claim. One of the most important steps in the personal injury claims… Read more
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Construction sites are inherently hazardous environments, bustling with heavy machinery, towering scaffolds, and an array of powerful tools. While safety protocols are meant to mitigate risks, accidents still occur, and avoidable mishaps can leave workers with severe injuries that can impact… Read more
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Commonly known as merry-go-rounds, and found at amusement parks, fairs, and carnivals, carousels are amusement rides that feature a rotating platform with seats or animal figures for riders to sit on. Studies have consistently shown that carousels are by far the most dangerous rides at… Read more
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Uber is in the seat for not potentially complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Access Living, a Chicago-based advocacy group, alleges in an Oct. 13 lawsuit that the ridesharing company is underserving people with disabilities, according to Law360. This lawsuit underscores the types of… Read more
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Dewayne “Lee” Johnson, a public-school groundskeeper from outside of San Francisco, used the ubiquitous weedkiller Roundup as part of his job and later developed non-Hodgkin lymphoma. In 2018, he ended up being the first person to win against Monsanto in the fight to hold the company accountable… Read more
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When a heatwave hits, public transportation doesn’t stop, but that doesn’t mean it’s always safe. From overheated subway cars to stalled buses and dangerously hot platforms, extreme temperatures can turn a routine commute into a health hazard. And for vulnerable passengers such as seniors, people… Read more
