Monthly Archives: November 2022
Could Video Game Manufacturers Face Addiction Lawsuits?
We’ve written extensively about the social media addiction lawsuits that have been filed by the parents of several teenagers who allegedly took their own lives after devastating interactions on social media. The teens and pre-teens were said to be normal, fun-loving kids until a dangerous obsession with social media destroyed their mental health and… Read More »
Family Sues School District, Bus Manufacturer After 6-Year-Old Is Killed
The family of a 6-year-old child who was killed shortly after being escorted off a school bus has filed a lawsuit against the school district and the manufacturer of the bus. According to the lawsuit, the child was the last in a queue of children who had just been dropped off. The bus driver… Read More »
Window Blinds Strangulation Lawsuits
Have you ever gotten tangled up in the blinds on your way out the door during a particularly hectic day? Well, it may be annoying for you, but for children, the blinds represent a risk of strangulation. While it may sound like a freak accident, blind strangulation lawsuits occur at a rate of about… Read More »
THC Products: A New Frontier Of Product Liability
THC products are still illegal in Florida, but not all products fall under the Controlled Substances Act. Today, only Delta-9 THC, which is your typical marijuana, falls under the CSA. Delta-8 THC, CBD, and related products do not, making them quasi-legal to sell in stores. In other states, marijuana has been legalized and Delta-9… Read More »
Analyzing The Elements Of The Lawsuits Against Meta, Instagram, Facebook
After a whistleblower testified before Congress that Meta was aware that some users experience declining mental health due to social media addiction, body image problems, and more, there have been an increasing number of lawsuits filed against the social media megalith in numerous states across the U.S. The courts are considering consolidating these lawsuits… Read More »
Lawsuit Filed Against Eye Makeup Supplier
Here’s a bit of history you probably don’t know. What was the majority of makeup made of in the Middle Ages? If you guessed “lead”, you’d be correct. Of course, this makeup caused serious problems for the women who used it. On top of heavy metal poisoning, it would completely mottle their skin. If… Read More »
Guardrail Injuries And Lawsuits
You’ll see guardrails along the sides of highways, on bridges, and just about anywhere where careening off the road would create a serious risk of injury or death. In most cases, the guardrails prevent serious accidents. In other cases, they don’t do enough. However, in a growing number of cases, guardrails actually cause death…. Read More »
Philips CPAP Machine Sued Over Cancer
Last year, Philips issued a massive recall related to their CPAP machines. Each machine is fitted with a noise-absorbing foam that makes it easier for folks to fall asleep. However, as this foam breaks down, it releases carcinogens that can cause throat cancer. This resulted in a massive recall that left millions of sleep… Read More »
