People who live on disability income often find themselves caught in a catch-22. They need money to work toward educational goals and not rely solely on disability payments but taking any steps to improve their financial situation results in the loss of disability payments. This type of setup does not give individuals the freedom to […]
Roughly 30,000 new products hit the American market every year, and the vast majority of those products never cause injury or illness. However, those that do tend to leave significant destruction in their wake. Products that are marketed irresponsibly, designed poorly, or otherwise unsafe can leave victims with tens of thousands of dollars in medical […]
Employees face a heavy burden with the COVID-19 pandemic. A business owner may be anxious to keep their operation afloat during the economic crisis. At the same time, an employee may be completely dependent on the income from their job to support their families and themselves. The primary federal law that governs employee wages is […]
People are always excited about the summer season, which usually offers more opportunities for the family to spend time together. Families utilize this time to plan vacations, and children can enjoy outdoor activities with their friends. For couples who are separated and have kids in common, this is often a time to plan and create […]
Personal injury victims collect their settlements and claims when they are in a host of unique circumstances. At the time they receive their settlement, they may have outstanding liabilities or loans, for example. These kinds of additional auxiliary obligations can be a burden on your shoulders as you try to move ahead with your life. […]
You leave a restaurant or bar in Alabama and get into your vehicle. Maybe you feel a little tipsy, but you’re sure it’s nothing you can’t handle. The next thing you know, there are red and blue lights behind you, accompanied by a sinking feeling in your stomach. Being arrested for a DUI can be […]
It is well-known that law school requires a major commitment both in terms of time and money. If you go full-time, you will be giving up three years of your life to study law and do little else besides eating and sleeping. In fact, most law schools do not allow full-time students to work more […]
In the summer months, recreational boating can offer a fun and enjoyable activity for the entire family. The sport can provide many lasting memories when undertaken wisely. Sadly, a serious boating accident can occur even with a moment of carelessness or recklessness. Under Virginia state law, the vessel operator must report the accident with the […]
Made by Janssen Pharmaceuticals, a division of Johnson & Johnson, Elmiron (pentosan polysulfate sodium), was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to protect the bladder wall from irritants in urine, which causes interstitial cystitis or painful bladder syndrome. Elmiron actually works like heparin and is a weak anticoagulant, acting like a blood […]
Litigation is proceeding in New Jersey federal court concerning Allergan’s Biocell Textured Breast Implants. The multidistrict litigation (MDL 2921) was formed in December before The Honorable Judge Brian R. Martinotti and Judge Joseph Dickson. Back in 2017 and earlier in 2011, the FDA warned about a rare form of cancer – anaplastic large-cell lymphoma, a […]