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Many people turn to vaping, because they want a healthier alternative to tobacco products and, for a while, e-cigs seemed the ideal choice. It offered similar pleasure without the risks presented by traditional cigarette smoking. However, new studies indicate that vaping presents health hazards of its own. These do not include those that have been injured from a vape pen

Housework can put your health at risk. A team of researchers at the University of Norway in Bergen has found that there is a cleaning chemicals health hazard. They found that women who are exposed to cleaning chemicals at work and on the job are more likely to have lung problems. Ammonia is one of the household chemicals that can

For the first time in recent history, the United States actually shortened life expectancy figures – just by two months, but two months too many – due in sole part to the opioid epidemic. Think about people you know personally: family, friends, coworkers, current and former classmates, etc. Include yourself. Do you recognize any opioid or opiate addictions or dependencies? If not,

Product liability cases can be some of the most strongly defended cases in the court system. Manufacturers know how a final outcome of a lawsuit can grow into other legal actions when it is proven that they have manufactured a defective product being used regularly on vehicles across the country. When defective products have been previously proven as being below

When the Google Pixel and Pixel XL phones were first launched, they were both billed and priced as premium phones on par with the Apple iPhone and Samsung Galaxy series. At a price point ranging from $649 to $869, consumers had a right to expect both a premium product and premium service. Unfortunately, it became evident soon after launch that

In a clear change in policy, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is preparing to change the way it analyzes potentially harmful chemicals. Under the current White House administration, the agency is planning to make a safety review process used to assess potentially harmful chemicals easier and quicker for companies to implement. Based on reports, the agency is prepared to work

Many people do not read the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy of the Ancestry.com agreement when they sign up for a certain service the company provides. Ancestry.com is a family history website. They now sell a new DNA testing service known as Ancestry DNA. To get this service people a sign legal contract stating they may own their DNA,

For the average person, knowing what to do and say after a car accident is about as far from their plans as any important priority can get. Being prepared for a car accident is vitally important, however. When you are facing potential civil and criminal liability, insurance issues, car repairs and injuries, thinking straight and taking the right steps in

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against the state of Indiana regarding the illegal collection of more than $1 billion in trucker fees. Truckers across the nation are a part of the lawsuit. According to the lawsuit filed in Marion County Superior Court, The Indiana Department of Revenue is accused of illegally collecting Unified Registration Carrier Fees from truckers all

If there is anything that concerns many people today, it’s clean drinking water. As a result, more and more people find themselves paying much more attention to the chemicals used to make drinking water safe. This is especially true in New Jersey, where scientists are now urging the state to lessen the amount of a chemical found in the state’s

No matter how safe most products are today, there are always some found to be defective once offered to consumers. Unfortunately, many products are purchased as gifts for the holiday season, with people believing they are giving a friend or family member something special. However, in many cases something unexpected happens, which can lead to injuries or even death. To

There are plenty of myths out there about personal injury claims. Everyone has heard them, and sometimes, they’re enough to make you think twice about filing your own claim. Let’s bust a few of those myths, so you can feel confident about filing your claim. Myth #1: Personal injury claims are frivolous lawsuits. We’ve all heard the story about the

A Johnson & Johnson unit is the latest company to face a lawsuit over selling defective hip implants. Lawyers, working on behalf of hundreds of injured patients, say the suit is in response to the harm caused by the defective products. The lawsuit is just getting underway and the first phase will determine if the parent company, Johnson & Johnson,

About 63,000 motorized infant seats may present a fire risk and are subject to recall, according to toy manufacturer Fisher-Price. Four of the company’s “Soothing Motions Seat” models and one model of the “Smart Connect Soothing Motions Seat” are included in the recall: model numbers CMR35, CMR36, CMR37, DYH22, and CMR39. The model number can be found on the underside

O’Reilly Auto Parts, a leading auto supply store with locations across the country, is in legal jeopardy over a product that not many people think of until they need it. A customer is suing the company for defective wiper fluid that was advertised in a misleading way and caused serious damage. A federal court recently accepted the case and rejected

When the weather starts getting colder and the holidays are just around the corner, many people want to bring out their beloved scented candles and seasonal air fresheners. The classic scents like pumpkin spice, apple cider, and pine are just a few of the most popular, but a few recent studies have shown that scented candles are not completely safe.

As healthcare sees one advance after another, there are also numerous questions being asked concerning the many new vaccines that are used to treat various ailments and diseases. One of these has been Zostavax, a vaccine used to treat shingles. While many patients have been helped by the vaccine, there have been more and more reports of patients experiencing complications

Amazon is in hot water after a couple from South Carolina filed a lawsuit against it. The pair claims that they purchased protective glasses from the online retailer to view the recent solar eclipse but have since suffered damage to their vision. What Does the Amazon Lawsuit Claim? The lawsuit was filed on Tuesday, August 30, 2017 in South Carolina’s

On August 29th, ExxonMobil released a statement that acknowledged significant damage done to two refineries owned by the fuel giant. The statement also acknowledged the damage caused those refineries to release pollutants that are harmful to humans and the environment. Following multiple complaints on Twitter about a strong chemical odor in areas of Houston, ExxonMobil released a regulatory report that

Numerous lawsuits have been filed against Johnson & Johnson in connection with its baby powder products. The cancer alleged to have been caused by these products has resulted in so many claims that it is becoming difficult to follow all of them.  According to Bloomberg, the company is dealing with over 5,000 claims against it in U.S. Courts. Previously, it