August 29, 2023 UPDATED The judge in the 3M Earplug litigation has issued a nearly unprecedented order that bars plaintiffs from obtaining litigation funding (plaintiff legal funding) on their potential settlement proceeds. 3M Earplug Litigation Funding Is No Longer Available August 29, 2023 Effective immediately, pursuant to Case Management Order No. 61 issued by 3M Judge M. Casey Rodgers, attorneys in the 3M case are prohibited from signing off on any legal funding agreements for their client, and claimants themselves cannot obtain litigation funding without filing a motion and receiving wr ..read more

Wrongful conviction compensation system could see overhaul in Massachusetts July 1, 2023 2:13 pm Wrongful Convictions In the pursuit of justice, the criminal justice system is designed to protect innocent individuals from wrongful convictions. Sadly, despite these safeguards, wrongful convictions remain a harsh reality in America. This article aims to shed light on the prevalence of wrongful convictions, exploring key factors contributing to this issue and the devastating impact it has on the lives of those affected. The Alarming Statistics Statistical data concerning wrongful convictions exp ..read more

How Many People Die From Car Accidents Each Year? October 9, 2022 11:00 pm Category: Auto Accidents More Info: Personal Injury Loans Car accidents are annually responsible for approximately 1.3 million deaths worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). In the United States, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) projects there were an estimated 42,915 traffic fatalities in 2021, a 10.5 percent increase compared to 2020 and the highest annual percentage increase in the Fatality Analysis Reporting System’s history. Fifty-five percent of motor vehicle deaths ..read more

Paraquat Exposure Lawsuits Continue to be Filed January 5, 2023 12:54 pm Category: MDL More Info: Mass Tort Litigation For years, farmers and agricultural workers have used pesticides to control weed and grass growth that can be detrimental to crops, dry out certain plants, and remove leaves from them before harvesting. But over time, regular pesticide use has caused plants to become resistant, leading to stronger – and in many cases, more toxic and dangerous – pesticides sprayed on crops. Paraquat dichloride is a prominent example of a highly toxic, yet commonly used pesticide in the U.S. W ..read more

The State of Paid Family and Medical Leave in the U.S. in 2023 January 5, 2023 5:04 am Category: Work Injuries More Info: Employment Litigation Read the series Explore this guide to workplace leave laws in the United States. CLICK HERE Today in the United States, workers are not guaranteed a single paid day off by federal law, and many aren’t even entitled to unpaid time. The Center for American Progress presents a series of fact sheets explaining the three major types of laws that give workers rights in relation to workplace leave. This fact sheet addresses paid family and medical leave law ..read more

DOJ and Aerojet Settle $9 Million Cybersecurity False Claims Act Case July 15, 2022 4:34 am Category: Qui Tam More Info: Employment On July 8, 2022, the U.S. Department of Justice announced a $9 million settlement with federal government contractor Aerojet Rocketdyne, Inc. for alleged violations of the False Claims Act (FCA) in a case pending in the Eastern District of California. The settlement results from alleged false statements by Aerojet related to compliance with Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements described in DoD Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clause ..read more

7 Things To Consider When Filing A Personal Injury Claim July 15, 2022 12:46 am Category: Slip and Fall More Info: Premises Liability Getting hurt by another person’s negligent actions can devastate your life and those you love. A car crash, slip, fall, or medical error can result in serious physical injuries. These injuries can affect your ability to perform daily activities and cost you time off work. They may even impair your ability to find a job in the future. Rehabilitation can likewise take a toll on your mental health. You may need to rely on your family for your recovery h ..read more

59-year-old man mauled to death by a pack of dogs August 1, 2022 8:53 am Category: Dog Bites More Info: Personal Injury Loans A man in California was mauled to death by a pack of dogs on Sunday, the Selma Police Department said in a press release. When police arrived on the scene, an individual was attempting to separate the dogs from the 59-year-old victim. First aid was administered and the man, who has not been identified, was taken to a hospital, where he died, the department said. The number of dogs involved or the type of breed was not specified. The dogs escaped from a near ..read more

Pitbull seized after child bitten on face and skateboarder mauled July 29, 2022 12:31 pm Category: Dog Bites More Info: Personal Injury Loans The Village of Sebewaing Police Department seized a 100-pound pitbull named “Lucifer” on Thursday after the pitbull bit a 5-year-old girl on the face and mauled a man riding a skateboard earlier this month. The girl was playing in the northern portion of town when she was bitten and suffered significant injuries to her face, chin and neck. Those injuries included deep lacerations to her nose and cheek area and puncture wounds below her chin, with a bit ..read more

Holding Employers and Insurance Companies Responsible for Worker Safety July 29, 2022 11:06 am Category: Workers Comp More Info: Employment Litigation Worker’s compensation is a type of insurance that covers employees injured on the job. It can also cover those injured or deceased while driving a company vehicle or during company-related training. Workers’ compensation insurance benefits can cover the income that an injured worker would have made while unable to work. It can also pay for medical bills, rehabilitation, and other expenses due to the injury. This type of insurance only applies ..read more