In the aftermath of a vehicular accident, individuals often face a whirlwind of challenges and decisions. Among these, the choice to engage a car accident lawyer can be pivotal in navigating the complex terrain of claims and compensation. This article explores the significant benefits that a specialized legal professional brings to the table, ensuring victims are not left navigating these turbulent waters alone. Expert Guidance Through Legal Procedures The legal system is a labyrinth of procedures, deadlines, and nuanced laws, which can be daunting for those unfamiliar with its intricacies. A ..read more

We still have a long way to go to make our food supply safer. This is what I spent my Saturday on. Gibson Farms Walnut E. coli Outbreak: The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners, are investigating illnesses in a multistate outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections linked to organic walnuts from Gibson Farms, Inc. of Hollister, California that were distributed to multiple natural food and co-op stores in AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, OR, SD, TX, and WA and sold in bulk bins.  As of April 30, 2024, 12 people infected with the outbreak strain of ..read more

Caramel Swirl Pretzels 4oz Cookies & Cream Yummy Chow 14# Munchy Medley 4oz Peanut Butter Snack Mix 12oz Vanilla Yogurt Covered Pretzels 10oz Zebra Fudge Cookies 7oz and to include the following two items: Patriotic White Fudge Cookies 13.5oz Drizzled Caramel Corn 5oz and 12oz The revisions are identified in bolded and highlighted text. The recalled confectionary items were distributed nationwide in Walmart, HyVee, Target, Dollar General, and to distributors in Alabama, California, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina ..read more

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating a report of hepatitis A virus infection in an employee of Whole Foods Market in Beverly Hills (239 N. Crescent Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210). No additional cases have been identified at this time. The investigation is ongoing. Based on the employee’s job duties and symptoms while at work, Public Health is recommending that anyone who purchased products from the seafood counter section of the store between April 20th and May 13th receive hepatitis A vaccine if they are not already immune. People who have not re ..read more

Catherine (Chengchu) Liu, PhD, a distinguished figure in the field of food science and a tenured professor at the University of Maryland, has been recognized as a 2024 IFT Fellow by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT). This honor is bestowed upon individuals who have demonstrated exceptional career achievements and contributions to the science of food profession. Dr. Liu’s journey to becoming an IFT Fellow is filled with academic and professional accomplishments. With a career spanning roles at esteemed institutions such as the FDA’s Gulf Coast Seafood Laboratory, Oregon State University ..read more

No one expects their loved one to leave for work one day and never come back, or to suffer injuries or illness on the job that lead to an early death. But sadly, this is the case for some 80 workers a year in Maryland who die due to work-related injuries. As experienced Maryland Workers Compensation attorneys, we’re well aware of the risks inherent in certain occupations, including those in the construction and transportation industries. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics breaks down its most recent data on fatal occupational injuries for Maryland as follows: Total fatal occupational injuries ..read more

A Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) plays a pivotal role in the transportation industry, with its definition crucial for determining the compliance and safety standards it must meet. Defined broadly by federal regulations, a CMV includes various types of vehicles that operate on public roads and are used primarily within the commerce industry for the transport [...] The post What is a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV)? appeared first on Houston Personal Injury Lawyers – Simmons and Fletcher, P.C ..read more

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of employers with remote employees has significantly increased. Employers are reminded to monitor employment laws and ensure compliance in all jurisdictions in which they have employees performing work. Numerous employment laws—such as non-discrimination, anti-harassment, wage and hour, and leaves of absence—may cover employees performing work in remote locations, regardless of whether the employer has a physical presence there. This summary focuses solely on sexual harassment and bystander intervention training requirements in select jurisdictions ..read more

Duane Morris Takeaway: This week’s episode of the Class Action Weekly Wire features Duane Morris partners Jerry Maatman and Shireen Wetmore and special counsel Eden Anderson with their discussion of landmark ruling issued last week by the California Supreme Court and its developing impact on wage & hour class and collective action litigation in the Golden State. Check out today’s episode and subscribe to our show from your preferred podcast platform: Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, the Samsung Podcasts app, Podcast Index, Tune In, Listen Notes, iHeartRadio, Deezer ..read more

By Gerald L. Maatman, Jr., Jennifer A. Riley, and Ryan T. Garippo Duane Morris Takeaways:  On May 9, 2024, a Seventh Circuit panel held that the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) failed to prove the existence of a hostile work environment based on racial discrimination in EEOC v. Village At Hamilton Pointe LLC, No. 22-2806, 2024 WL 2074326 (7th Cir. May 9, 2024).  While the EEOC is likely to continue to bring such claims, especially since such cases constitute one of its prime areas of focus, the decision in EEOC v. Village At Hamilton Pointe LLC further illuminates th ..read more