Women and PFAS PFAS, or per-and poly-fluoroalkyl substances, are man-made chemicals that have been used in various products and applications since the 1940s. Though these chemicals are used in items such as food packaging, non-stick pans, carpets, and firefighting foam because of their fire-resistant properties, they are actually quite dangerous….
Are Dog Bite Lawyers Expensive? According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), approximately one out of every five people bitten by a dog requires medical attention. Dangerous diseases and the risk of infection make dog bites a serious medical emergency. Pursuing a personal injury claim is one option that…
The Difference Between Criminal and Civil Sexual Abuse Cases Sexual abuse is a terrible crime that causes immense pain to not only individuals affected but whole communities. The perpetrators of sexual abuse are reserved especially harsh punishment by the justice department due to the egregious nature of their crimes. Those…
Study Shows Women Firefighters with Higher Levels of PFAS Female firefighters may be at a greater risk of developing cancer after working with carcinogens such as those found in firefighting foam or aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF). AFFF is a firefighting tool utilized to put out fires such as oil-based flames…
The Consequences of Sexual Abuse and Assault Researchers estimate that there are 60 million survivors of childhood sexual abuse in the United States. According to statistics from the Rape Abuse Incest National Network (RAINN), every 92 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. Every 9 minutes, that victim is a child….
Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder Lawsuit Its well-known scent and soft touch are easily recognizable; Johnson & Johnson’s Baby Powder has been around for decades. First formulated in 1893, it was out on shelves marketed for infant and toiletry use by 1894. Though trusted for so long, by late March…
You Could be Drinking PFAS Contaminated Water The water that we drink is something that most don’t pay much attention to. It is a resource that we take for granted and is probably one of the most important nourishing factors in our daily lives. It takes disasters like the one…
Cancer Misdiagnosis Can be Catastrophic When a healthcare provider fails to diagnose cancer or misdiagnoses cancer, then the consequences go beyond the typical injuries born of this kind of negligence. Any delay in the identification and treatment of cancer can reduce the effectiveness of treatment and possibly kill a patient….
Birth Defects Caused by Dangerous Medications Every substance you ingest into your body has an effect on it. This is doubly so for women who are pregnant. There are several substances that are widely known to be harmful to children in utero. Most notable among them are alcohol, tobacco, and…
Florida Boating Accident Causes With around 1,200 miles of coastline and a nearly countless amount of lakes (okay, like 30,000 lakes covering more than 3 million acres, but still, a lot), the state of Florida is a popular destination for boating enthusiasts from around the country. Additionally, a significant percentage…
