Updates and Insights
- Defective Product Suits Filed Against Appliance Companies
May 20, 2013
Several appliance giants have come under fire for product issues specifically regarding front-loading washing machines. Numerous suits originating in New Jersey and elsewhere in the nation have been brought against several companies related to mold and mildew problems associated with their washing machine lines. Most of these defective product claims stem from possible health concerns related to the mold. Many plaintiffs have reported that not only are front-load washers susceptible to molding within the first...Read More - Telemedicine In New Jersey May Change Medical Malpractice Laws
May 14, 2013
Technology is constantly evolving, and nowhere is this evolution more visible than in the medical field. In New Jersey and elsewhere around the nation, the concept of “telemedicine” is becoming more prevalent: the move is toward less in-person patient-doctor interaction. This futuristic take on medicine is sparking controversy as to how medical malpractice suits will be handled if an in-person appointment is no longer required. Telemedicine is not a new phenomenon: for some time, New...Read More - New Jersey Legislation Changes Medical Malpractice Suits
May 6, 2013
A controversial new ruling may significantly change the process of seeking legal recourse in malpractice suits. The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled on April 25 that expert witnesses called in medical malpractice cases must specialize in the same field of medicine as the accused doctor. This new ruling could have a profound effect on any future malpractice suits in the state of New Jersey. Precedent for the change in procedure was found in a 2007...Read More - Novelty Helmets A Dangerous Product For New Jersey Motorcyclists
May 3, 2013
The sale of so-called “novelty helmets”, cheap but flashy alternatives to more expensive safety helmets, is leading to more and more motorcycle deaths, according to national authorities. New Jersey motorcycle aficionados should take note: according to many studies, a novelty helmet is a dangerous product that does not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash. Many national safety organizations are attempting to raise awareness about this critical issue. The National Highway Traffic Safety...Read More - Brain Injuries Send Nfl Players To Court
Apr 23, 2013
The National Football League stands accused of obscuring medical information about the connection between concussions and long-term neurological problems, according to lawyers representing players. New Jersey football fans are keenly aware of how violent pro football can be, and brain injuries are all too common. Now the players are fighting back against a league they say has been causing more harm than good. About 4,000 former players have joined the litigation, many of them suffering...Read More - New Jersey Consumers Beware Of Dangerous Product Frozen Food
Apr 18, 2013
New Jersey consumers may benefit from being aware of a recent recall that has affected products distributed nationwide. Rich Products Corp. has voluntarily recalled multiple Farm Rich product lines that may be contaminated with E. coli. The potentially dangerous product lines include Mini Quesadillas, Mini Pizza Slices, Philly Cheese Steaks, Mozzarella Bites and many more. The recalled products reportedly have a “best by” date range between Jan. 1, 2013 and Sept. 29, 2014. Farm Rich...Read More - New Jersey Athletes Could Be Affected By Brain Injuries
Apr 12, 2013
Brain injuries have proven to be a problem facing athletes today. Even with stricter regulations and rule changes in some sports, the number of concussions and long term affects on are on the rise. This is a topic of concern for New Jersey players of all ages. Recent lawsuits filed with regard to a deceased NFL player have drawn national attention to the need for more protection from brain injuries. Junior Seau, who was a...Read More - Medical Malpractice Claims May Reach New Jersey
Apr 5, 2013
Patients who incur ailments for unknown reasons can sometimes lead investigators to look into the patient’s medical providers. In one such case, it was found that an out-of-state oral surgeon apparently violated numerous regulations that left 7,000 of his patients potentially exposed to contracting HIV, Hepatitis and other serious diseases. If the contraction of such diseases is traced back to the medical provider, it could lead New Jersey residents and other citizens who may have...Read More - Products Liability Claims In Hip Replacement Surgery Are Growing
Mar 29, 2013
Surgery is almost always performed with the intent of improving health. Implants are typically used in a New Jersey surgery as a substitution for natural body parts that are not functioning as intended. It is devastating to people who have surgery to replace a joint that does more damage than good. In such cases a products liability claim may be appropriate. A woman underwent surgery to replace her hip with an artificial replacement a few...Read More - Finding The Truth Behind A New Jersey Defective Product
Mar 21, 2013
For those who suffered a serious injury as a result of using a consumer product, there may be many questions as to whether the product was in fact manufactured safely. If such a question arises, looking at the product and its history in the market may reveal evidence that supports a defective product claim. In one such case, it was recently disclosed that Kolcraft, the maker of child play areas that were sold in New...Read More