Month: August 2018
Texas Gas Pipeline Explosions Kill 1 Worker, Injure 4 Others
One worker died and 4 others were critically injured in a series of natural gas pipeline explosions in Midland County, Texas.
Honda Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles for Clutch Problem
Honda Motor Company is recalling all of its 2018 CRF250R motorcycles due to an issue with the clutch basket and judder spring which could cause the engine to lock up during use, increasing the risk of crash and serious injury...
Texas Court Revives Oil Field Truck Accident Lawsuit
An appellate court in Texas has partially revived a lawsuit that was filed by the family of an oil field truck driver who died in a crash after being forced to work excessive on-the-road hours.
Hair Dryers Recalled Over Burn, Shock & Explosion Risk
Xtava has issued a nationwide recall for about 235,000 of its Allure and Allure Pro 2200W hair dryers over concerns they can catch on fire, which may cause burns, shocks and even explosions, according to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety...
Thyroid Drug Recalled for Ingredient Problems
A widely-prescribed thyroid medication is being recalled nationwide over problems with an ingredient, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced on Thursday.
Texas Woman Files Recovery® IVC Filter Lawsuit
A lawsuit has been filed by a woman from Texas who was injured by the Recovery® blood clot filter manufactured by C.R. Bard.
First Roundup Cancer Trial Ends in $289 Million Verdict for Plaintiff
Monsanto took a massive financial hit last week as a California jury sided with a former groundskeeper from San Francisco who claims he developed Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma from using the company’s Roundup weed killer, awarding the man nearly $290 million in...
Florida Man Files Celect® Blood Clot Filter Lawsuit
A lawsuit has been filed against Cook Medical on behalf of a man from Florida who was injured by a Celect® blood clot filter.
California Man Files Günther Tulip® IVC Filter Lawsuit
A man from California has filed a lawsuit against Cook Medical for injuries that were caused by a Günther Tulip® blood clot filter.
Subaru Recalling 2019 Ascent SUVs for Missing Welds
Some Subaru owners will be getting brand new cars if the manufacturer finds that their current vehicles are lacking crucial welds, according to a report issued Friday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).