Posts by Michael Phelan
Cow’s Milk-Based Formulas, Including Enfamil and Similac, Linked to Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) in Premature Babies
Do you have a premature baby? Was your baby fed Enfamil, Similac or other cow’s milk-based formula while in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)? Did your baby develop necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a bowel disease? The risk of developing NEC in premature infants is substantially heightened with cow’s milk-based formulas, such as Enfamil and Similac.…
Read MoreParaquat Dichloride Linked to Parkinson’s Disease
Paraquat dichloride (“Paraquat”) is a chemical agent commonly used as an herbicide. It is used on over 100 different types of crops. Because Paraquat is so toxic, it is classified as a Restricted Use Product, meaning only licensed applicators are able to purchase and use the product. As a result of its toxicity, Paraquat has…
Read MoreWhat Is the Statute of Limitations for Filing a Product Liability Claim in Virginia?
When we purchase a product, we expect it to work as marketed. We don’t expect to suffer an injury with its use. However, sometimes products are designed or manufactured with flaws that lead to such injuries. When this happens, you have the right to pursue legal compensation for your injuries and other damages. Virginia, as…
Read MoreHow a Truck Driver’s Health Issues Can Lead to a Truck Accident
Truck driver negligence is a leading reason for many truck accidents. Negligence can include everything from speeding to distracted driving. Another way negligence can occur is because of health concerns that are left unaddressed. The health issues can increase the potential for a truck accident. Because truck driving is such a sedentary activity, truck drivers…
Read MoreWhat Every Truck Driver Needs to Know About Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist Coverage
18-wheelers and other commercial trucks are dangerous vehicles. If you have ever seen an overturned truck accident on the news, witnessed a truck accident, or were unlucky enough to be involved in one, you understand how terrible truck crashes can be. Driving a truck is one of the most dangerous jobs in Virginia and across…
Read MoreHow Bias Affects a Motorcycle Accident Claim
Motorcycle accidents are different from other motor vehicle accidents in several ways: not only are riders more likely to suffer severe injuries, but they may have a harder time collecting damages. This is because most car and truck drivers – and therefore, most witnesses and juries – harbor some bias against motorcycle riders. A study…
Read MoreExamples of Defective Product Claims
If you have been injured because of a defective product, you may have grounds to file a product liability lawsuit against one or more responsible parties, such as the designer, manufacturer, retailer, or distributor. Below are some of the common defective products sold on the marketplace. Motor vehicles components Car crashes lead the way when…
Read MoreUPDATE: Graco Inclined Rocker Accessory Recalled for Suffocation Risks
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall for inclined sleepers associated with Graco Pack ‘n Plays. Inclined sleepers have a potential risk for suffocation if infants roll onto their stomachs while in the sleeper. The current recall affects the following products: Graco Pack ‘n Play Day2Dream Playard with Bedside Sleeper, model numbers…
Read MoreSuffocation Danger Associated with Nursing Pillows and Baby Loungers
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a serious warning to consumers regarding nursing pillows, lounging pads, and related products. According to the CPSC, they pose a significant suffocation hazard to infants and older babies. These products are safe for use when babies are awake, but a number of children have tragically died after…
Read MoreThe Devastating Consequences of Spinal Injuries from Truck Accidents
Spinal injuries are a catastrophic physical trauma that affect the lives of both those who sustain them and the families who care for their injured loved ones. If you have ever been involved in an accident with a large commercial truck or 18-wheeler, you understand how these collisions can lead to injuries that carry long-term…
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