Ferris Wheel Accidents
A recent Ferris wheel accident in Washington State has put the spotlight on carnival rides and safety. At the Rhododendron Festival in Port Townsend, two hours north of Seattle, passengers of the Phoenix Wheel Ferris wheel had a scary ride when one of the baskets flipped, ejecting the people inside. A seven-year old boy and…
Read MoreNew Jersey Dangerous Drug Lawyers Discuss Abilify Lawsuits
Abilify, one of the most profitable prescription drugs in America, is prescribed for people battling depression and bipolar disorder. But the anti-psychotic drug is now being cited as a possible cause of compulsive gambling, eating, shopping, and sex, causing great harm to the people it is supposed to help. Hundreds of lawsuits have been filed…
Read MoreNew Jersey Medical Malpractice Lawyers Report on Safest New Jersey Hospitals
Most people are unaware that preventable medical errors kill as many as 1,000 people every day in the U.S. That staggering number is only a statistic until it affects someone you love. That is why it is so important to choose the safest hospital you can find when you are in need of medical care.…
Read MoreFidget Spinners Contain Dangerous Amounts of Lead, Researcher Says
According to an environmental researcher, some fidget spinners contain dangerous amounts of lead. The woman who is an independent lead poisoning prevention advocate tested several various fidget spinners using an XRF instrument, which analyzes chemicals found in different substances. In total, she tested over 10 different spinners for the presence of lead and mercury. After…
Read MoreNew Jersey Product Liability Lawyers: Consumer Expectation Test
A consumer expectation test is used in strict product liability lawsuits to establish whether a product has a manufacturing defect. The test can also be used to determine if a product should come with a safety warning or if the current safety warning is sufficient to protect the consumer who uses the product. The test…
Read MoreNew Jersey Product Liability Lawyers: Defective Food Product
Food products are recalled every day for a variety of reasons. For example, the company that produced such a product may have failed to list allergens, or there may be other labeling issues. One thing is certain, unexpected food issues are a serious safety concern. If you have had a problem with a food product,…
Read MoreCaffeine Overdose Fatally Injures South Carolina Teen
A caffeine overdose fatally injured a South Carolina teen in April. The 16-year-old boy consumed a large diet soda, café latte, and an energy drink within a two-hour period, and then collapsed. Medical examiners suggest that the caffeine, which exceeded a safe level for his weight and height, may have caused a heart arrhythmia that…
Read MoreTeterboro Plane Crash Causes Two Fatalities, Building and Car Damage
On Monday afternoon, a plane crash near the Teterboro Airport in Teterboro, New Jersey, caused two fatalities. Around 3:30 pm, the small jet aircraft was attempting a landing at the airport when it crashed into an industrial area of Carlstadt, New Jersey. The plane, carrying only a pilot and crew member, was traveling to the…
Read MoreElizabeth Boy Struck and Seriously Injured by Freight Train
A thirteen-year-old boy from Elizabeth, New Jersey was struck by a freight train and sustained serious injuries on Thursday evening. The accident occurred around 7:15 pm near Franklin Street along an elevated set of tracks. The boy was taken to University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey where he is being treated for his personal injuries.…
Read MoreNew Jersey Medical Malpractice Lawyers Discuss Risks of Hernia Mesh
A hernia is a common condition that occurs when tissue or organs push through a weak spot or a tear in abdominal muscle. Hernias are often repaired with surgical mesh, which has proven to be very effective in preventing recurrence. In fact, mesh has become the standard for hernia repair. However, not all mesh products…
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