Category: Hot Topics

Vaping & E-Cigarette Lawsuit

Posted on December 28, 2019 by James Sabatini - Defective Products, Hot Topics, Legal News

There have been numerous reported serious injuries caused by e-cigarettes and vaping. Most of the immediate injuries involve serious burns. The burn injuries have been caused by the e-cigarette exploding. Some of the burn injuries have required surgery. There is also evidence that vaping liquids contain toxins that cause lung disease and cell damage.

The law requires all product sellers to sell products that are reasonably safe. If you have been seriously injured by e-cigarettes, please contact us today.

Medical Errors Are Third Leading Cause of Death in the U.S.

Posted on May 6, 2016 by James Sabatini - Hot Topics, Medical and Dental Malpractice

Medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States according to a recent study. After cancer and heart disease, medical errors kill Americans more than anything else. There are at least 251,454 deaths due to medical mistakes annually in the United States. Deaths at home or at nursing homes were not counted in the study, thus, the actual number of deaths caused by medical errors is much higher. The study was performed by researchers at Johns Hopkins University. The report was published in the British Medical Journal.

Baby Powder and Ovarian Cancer

Posted on April 2, 2016 by James Sabatini - Defective Products, Hot Topics

A St. Louis jury recently ordered Johnson & Johnson to pay 72 million dollars to the family of a woman who died of ovarian cancer. The woman had used Johnson’s Baby Powder for years. The jury concluded that the talcum powder was a substantial factor in causing the ovarian cancer. The jury concluded that Johnson & Johnson was liable for negligence, conspiracy and failure to warn women of the potential risk of using baby powder in the genital area. baby.powder

More than 20 epidemiological studies have found that the long term perineal talc use increases the risk of ovarian cancer by about 33 percent. Ovarian cancer is among the most deadly cancers. More than 1,000 women and their families are suing J&J claiming that the company has known of the association with ovarian cancer for years and yet has failed to warn their customers.

Connecticut’s Drunk Driving Problem

Posted on January 24, 2016 by James Sabatini - Car Accidents, Hot Topics

Connecticut continues to be plagued with a drunk driving problem. Connecticut ranks among the highest in the country in traffic deaths caused by drunk driving. 39 percent of all traffic fatalities in 2014 were caused by impaired driving in our State. The U.S. average is 31 percent. It is unclear as to why Connecticut ranks among the highest in alcohol-related traffic fatalities. Connecticut has been proactive in discouraging folks from driving while under the influence – DUI checkpoints, enhanced criminal and civil penalties, and media campaigns. Yet, despite these efforts, drunk driving on our Connecticut roads continues to happen at an alarming rate. At the end of the day, the responsibility rests with the individual to put away the car keys and take a taxi or Uber home.

Not Shoveling the Sidewalk Can Cause Serious Accidents

Posted on February 15, 2015 by James Sabatini - Hot Topics, Slip and Falls

Not shoveling snow from your sidewalk can lead to tragic accidents. Recently, a Connecticut teenager walking to school was forced to leave the sidewalk and walk on the side of the street because the sidewalk was not cleared of snow. As she walked onto the street, she was hit by a car resulting in a fractured hip. With the brutal cold, strong winds, and large snowfalls, this Connecticut winter is proving to be one of the toughest winters of recent memory. It has also been tough on homeowners who have to keep their sidewalks clear of snow and ice. But, it is a responsibility that has to be kept. The consequences of not shoveling the sidewalk can be serious. Many Connecticut towns and cities require the removal of snow from sidewalks within 24 hours of the snowfall.

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