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Woman Seeks Damages for Gas Station Slip,Fall

admin — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 19:48:17 +0000

West Virginia - A gas station in Charleston, West Virginia is being sued by a woman who claims she slipped and fell in the stations convenience store sustaining more than $33,500 in damages.

The plaintiff claims the gas station negligently caused great injuries to her body after suffering the slip and fall. According to the claim the woman suffered great pain of body and mind and incurred expenses, which currently amount to more than 433.543. She seeks to be awarded judgment for her injuries.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a slip and fall accident due to a business’s or person’s negligence, contact the Rhinelander personal injury lawyers of Habush, Habush, & Rottier S.C. at 800.369.5990 to discuss your case and further legal options.

Bush Signs Toy Ban Law

admin — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:28:05 +0000

The President signed into law today legislation that would ban the use of lead and phthalate chemicals in products intended for children ages 12 and under. The law comes after over 400 product recalls were issued last year, half of them being children’s toys.

In addition to the ban, the new law bolsters the reach and authority of the Consumer Product Safety Commission. The legislation expands the commission’s role in monitoring the safety of consumer products, especially those intended for kids.

Phthalates are chemicals that make vinly more flexible. These chemicals are used in several children’s and baby products like teething rings and bath toys. They have been linked to reproductive damage.

If your child has suffered an injury because of a defective toy or other consumer product, contact the Rhinelander defective toy lawyers of Habush, Habush, & Rottier S.C. at 800.359.5990 to discuss your case and further legal options.

Drawstrings Draw Heavy Fines for Clothing Companies

admin — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 19:59:58 +0000

Nine companies have been fined a total of $355,000 for selling children’s clothing with drawstrings around the neck. In 2006 jackets, sweaters, and coats with drawstrings around the neck or waist have been considered defective and automatically recalled. The drawstrings, considered strangulation hazards, have caused the death of dozens of children as they were caught on playground equipment, cribs, and other objects.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is fining the companies for importing and selling tops with drawstrings and not notifying them. It also recalled 8,000 items of clothing. Companies will face fines if they fail to notify the Commission that they are selling children’s clothing with drawstrings.

Parents should cut the drawstrings off of sweaters, jacket, and coats. Also, strings should be sewn in place to prevent them from catching on something if pulled all the way to one side.

If your child has been injured by defective clothing, contact the Rhinelander defective products lawyers of Habush, Habush, & Rottier, S.C. at 800-369-5990 to discuss your case and further legal options.

Serrano Peppers Source of Salmonella

admin — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 15:00:08 +0000

Officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have announced that they have finally identified the food culprit in the summer salmonella scare. A batch of serrano peppers from a Mexican farm was the source of the outbreak.

The peppars were involved in an irrigation system that used contaminated water, officials reported. The CDC and the Food and Drug Administration have advised people to avoid eating raw and unprocessed serrano and jalepeno peppers grown in Mexico.

Tomatoes were orginally thought to be the source of the illness that affected 1,300 people nationwide. An estimated $300 million has been lost by the tomatoe industry for the inaccurate warning because farmers were forced to under crop and throw away tons of produce that could have gone to market.

Critics assert that the long delayed identification of what was causing the salmonella outbreak is evidence that both Congress and the FDA failed to keep Americans safe. If you have become ill from eating peppers from Mexico, contact the Rhinelander Food Injury lawyers of Habush, Habush & Rottier S.C. to discuss your case and further legal options.

Chrysler pays $18.4 million to Family

admin — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:37:43 +0000

Tennessee’s Supreme Court upheld a decision to award $18.4 million in punitive damages against DaimlerChrysler Corp. and a Nashville man. The suit was filed after the 2001 death of an 8 month old baby who was crushed under a seat in a Chrysler minivan.

The ruling overturns the decision by a Court of Appeals to deny the Flack family, parent of the victim Jason Flack, $13.4 million in punitive damages.

The Nashville resident involved in the suit was driving a pick-up truck going over 70 mph on a 35 mph road when he rear ended the Flack’s vehicle. Eight month old Jason was in his car seat when the front passenger seat collapsed, falling ontop of him and killing him.

His parents claimed that DaimlerChrysler knew its car seats tended to collapse backward in rear-end collision, but did nothing to fix it.

In the Supreme Court decision, the Flacks were denied $9 million in damages for distress.

If you or your child were injured in an auto accident because a car seat collapsed, contact the Rhinelander Automotive Defect lawyers of Habush, Habush, & Rottier S.C at 1- 800-369-5990 to discuss your case and legal options.

Couple Awarded 49,000 for Bug Infested Bedroom Set

admin — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:27:09 +0000

A Pennsauken family purchased a bedroom set from JC Penny which turned out to be infested with bugs. The couple attempted to complain to the store but was not believed. A repairman finally arrived a several months later and reported the massive a mounts of bugs. JC Penny said it would send a truck to remove the furniture but instead gave the couple only $100 and were told to move it themselves.

The family had to trash their bed along with bedding, clothes, Oriental rugs, and other mattresses in the house. Damages amounting in $49,000 were awarded by a Camden County jury against JC Penny.

If you have been seriously injured in an accident, contact a Rhinelander Personal Injury Lawyer at Habush Habush & Rottier today by calling 1-800-369-5900.

Dog Bite Claims Cost Insurers $356.2 Million

admin — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 16:56:17 +0000

In 2007, dog bite claims cost insurers about $356.2 million. According to the Insurance Information Institute, dog bites accounted for about one-third of all home owners’ insurance claims. Although the number of total bites actually decreased in 2007, the cost of each claim jumped 11.5% to about $24,511.

This rise in claim value is occurring because of increased medical costs and the size of settlements, judgments, and jury awards which have risen far above the normal level of inflation in recent years.

If you have been bitten by a dog, contact the experienced Rhinelander dog bite personal injury lawyers at Habush Habush & Rottier today at 800.369.5990 to discuss your specific situation.

Growing Number of Pharmacy Errors as Prescriptions Increase

admin — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 16:16:55 +0000

Modern medicine can cure many diseases and alleviate pain and suffering from symptoms through the use of medication. However, a report by the American Medical Association claims more than 770,000 people may be adversely affected, sickened, or die each year because of prescription error. Prescribing errors, such as the wrong dosage or improper medicine, are the most common problem. However, many experts believe automated pharmacy technology can safely reduce the level of human error, thereby saving people from unnecessary pain or even death.

If you have suffered because of a pharmacy error, legal counsel can fight for reimbursement of your pain and any incurred medical costs. The experienced Rhinelander prescription error personal injury lawyers at Habush Habush & Rottier can help you today at 800.369.5990.

Rhode Island Man Wins $2 Million Medical Malpractice Award

admin — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 17:05:13 +0000

A Rhode Island man recently won a $2 million medical malpractice lawsuit for his claim that he suffered brain damage due to a lack of proper care during open heart surgery at a Rhode Island hospital. During the 1998 operation, the plaintiff claims he suffered from low amounts of oxygen to his brain, causing permanent damage. The man lost memories of his children, became unable to properly form new memories, and experienced communication disabilities.

After interest is calculated, the settlement amount is about $3.6 million. The lawyer representing the sued hospital and doctor claims the plaintiff received excellent medical care. The attorney plans to file a motion for a new trial, and if that fails, an appeal with the Supreme Court.

If you have suffered from medical malpractice, contact the experienced Rhinelander personal injury attorneys at Habush Habush & Rottier today at 800.369.5990 to learn more.

Animal Bites Increasing in Texas County

admin — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 15:17:46 +0000

In Anderson County, Texas, animal bites are on the rise. In 2007, there were a total of 28 bites all year long. Thus far in 2008, there have already been 24 bites. The Sheriff, Greg Taylor, expects the yearly total to double. Half of the victims were bitten by animals other than their own and some of the attacks were severe maulings. A 6 year old boy was recently attacked by a Bull Mastiff, resulting in multiple bite wounds to his thighs, hips, back, and chest. Thankfully, his injuries were not life threatening.

Every year in Texas, about 400,000 dog bites occur. It is estimated about 40% of the victims are under the age of 11. Additionally, about 20% of the people who die from dog bites are over the age of 70.

If you have been attacked by a dog, it is important to contact an attorney to protect your legal rights. Damages such as medical costs and pain and suffering are recoverable if the dog’s owner was negligent in their control of the animal. The experienced Rhinelander personal injury lawyers at Habush Habush & Rottier can help you with your situation at 800.369.5990.