Many people in Arkansas and Oklahoma sustain injuries or musculoskeletal disorders that cause them to undergo hip replacement surgery. Unfortunately, however, some people experience problems from the hip replacements they receive. Some people suffer infections, loose replacements, dislocated replacements, or metal poisoning because of defective hip replacements. If you have experienced these types of issues …
Filing a Talcum Powder Lawsuit
Millions of people have used talcum powder as a regular part of their daily hygiene routines. Unfortunately, however, a link has been found between the use of talcum powder and ovarian cancer. Johnson & Johnson, which has manufactured talcum-powder-containing products for decades, allegedly knew that its products contained asbestos as far back as the late …
Pursuing a Roundup Lawsuit?
Glyphosate, the active chemical ingredient in Roundup, has been used by agribusinesses and individuals to kill weeds for many years. However, in 2015, the International Agency for Research on Cancer, a branch of the World Health Organization, reported that glyphosate is linked to cancer in humans. Roundup has been linked to the development of non-Hodgkin …
The Recall of Biocell Textured Breast Implants
Do you have Biocell Textured Breast Implants? Many women in Arkansas and Oklahoma have received breast implants through reconstructive surgery after mastectomies or for cosmetic purposes. Unfortunately, women who received certain breast implants from Allergan might be at risk of developing Breast Implant-Associated Cancer (BIA-ALCL), a cancer of cells in the lymphatic system associated with breast …
Do I Have an Electrical Injury Lawsuit?
Electrical injuries are fairly common in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and across the U.S. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, an estimated 1,000 people are killed in electrical accidents each year in the U.S., and 30,000 are injured. Children account for 20 percent of the electrical injuries and deaths, and toddlers and adolescents account for …
Understanding Product Liability Cases
Consumers deserve to trust that the products they purchase are safe to use. However, millions of products are recalled each year because of potentially dangerous defects. In 2015 alone, 4,217 product recalls were issued by federal agencies, impacting millions of consumers and products. While product manufacturers are required to sell safe products, defective and dangerous …
Can I Have a Product Liability Claim Even If I Wasn’t Injured?
While occupational illnesses and injuries are extremely common, with 3,007,300 being reported in 2013, injuries and damages from defective products are common as well. Products liability law is complex and people often wonder if they can file a products liability claim even if they didn’t get physically injured due to the defective product. This article …
