Summer: the season of watermelons, long days at the beach, fun family trips, and something unexpected—divorce. Surprisingly, new research out of Washington state claims that summer is the most common season for divorce. By analyzing annual trends, experts have come to understand what makes people more likely What the Research Says A study conducted by […]
Drunk Driving Fatalities Spike in July
Summertime means more people enjoying the great outdoors and exploring new places. However, across the United States, summer is also a time when it’s extremely dangerous to be on the road, either as a driver or as a passenger. A number of factors contribute to high drunk driving rates in the summer months. Many of […]
One-Third of Medical Malpractice Cases Can Be Traced Back to This Error
Medical malpractice is often associated with the dramatic scenarios of hospital dramas, whether it’s a drunk doctor amputating the wrong limb or a fraudulent practitioner blundering their way through a complicated surgery. However, in real life, medical malpractice is often a much more subtle and difficult-to-detect type of error. In fact, unless you’re a medical […]
Pharmaceutical Recall Heightens Awareness of Personal Injury and Product Liability Cases
From baby swings and car parts to medications, recalls are extremely common in the world of consumer goods. While some products are recalled as a preventative gesture—simply because they may have the potential to cause harm—others aren’t recalled until people have already suffered serious injuries. A recent recall of eyedrops sold at Walgreens and Wal-Mart […]
What Illinois’ New Cell Phone Law Means for Personal Injury Cases
As much as cell phones have made daily life more convenient, they have also made roads much more dangerous in nearly every part of the country. Drivers seem unable or unwilling to put their phones down while they’re driving, leading to a 9.3% increase in fatal crashes in 2017. In response, the state has passed […]
7 Common Summertime Personal Injury Cases
Summertime is here, bringing with it sun, relaxing days on the beach, time with family—and no shortage of accidents that are likely to leave personal injury lawyers booked through fall. Take note of the biggest risks you face this summer and be cognizant of your surroundings to avoid unintentional injury. 1. Car Accidents Car accidents […]
The Supreme Court Will Decide an International Custody Case
When a relationship ends, it leaves lots of loose ends—particularly when there is a child involved. Under the best circumstances, determining child custody and visitation is difficult; when the parents have a contentious or volatile relationship, the stakes are even higher. Such is the case for Michelle Monasky and Domenico Taglieri. The termination of their […]
Failed Criminal Justice Legislation Drives Wedge Between Arizona Advocates and Lawmakers
Criminal justice reform has swept much of the nation as lawmakers move away from harsh punishment as a deterrent and begin exploring the value of rehabilitation. Many states in the nation have reduced mandatory sentences for nonviolent drug offenders, first-time offenders, and property crimes. According to criminal defense attorney Case Darwin, “restorative justice is becoming […]
Undiagnosed Heart Problem Leads to $11.5 Medical Malpractice Award for 11-Year-Old Girl
The medical field is one subject to constant scrutiny and research, leading to frequent changes in standards and expectations—and for good reason. When patients see a medical professional, whether it’s for something as minor as a checkup or as major as emergency surgery, they should be able to feel confident that their practitioner has the […]
Courts Revisit Tough Question: Can Genes Be Patented?
To laypeople, the idea of having a gene patented may sound impossible. However, an amendment to federal patent legislation could allow pharmaceutical and biotech companies to patent genes, a decision that would have significant consequences for a variety of industries, medical care providers, and patients. New Amendment Could Change Legal Precedent Legal precedent was established […]