Refineries operated by oil giant BP remain the deadliest in the nation, according to a report by the Houston Chronicle. Since 2005, 20 workers have been killed at BP refineries, including 18 who died at the company's Texas City plant. Nine workers have died at 146 other refineries during the same time period. Advocates and safety regulators continue to push BP and other oil refiners to increase inspection and enforcement of safety programs. Lise Olsen and Tom Fowler, Houston Chronicle 02/23/2008
$10 Million Awarded to Woman Struck by Bus
Jurors have ordered the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to pay $10 million to a woman who was struck by an out of control bus while waiting at a stop. Louise Scialdone requires around-the-clock care for brain and other injuries, her attorney said. MBTA attorneys are said to be reviewing the verdict for a possible appeal. Noah Bierman, Boston Globe 02/12/2008
Johnson & Johnson and Novartis AG's Sandoz Unit Recall Pain Patches
A unit of Johnson & Johnson has recalled a version of one of its painkilling patches (Duragesic) after discovering leaks that could result in fatal overdoses. The recall covers patches distributed in the United States and Canada that release 25 micrograms of fentanyl, a powerful painkiller, in an hour. Deaths caused by defective patches have been the subject of multiple lawsuits in the last several years. Jef Feeley and Elizabeth Lopatto, Bloomberg 02/12/2008
Jury Awards Almost $4 Million in Failure to Diagnose Cancer Case
A Pennsylvania jury has ordered a doctor to pay almost $4 million after finding that he was partially negligent for failing to diagnose a woman's cancer. According to the lawsuit, Dr. Joseph M. Skutches failed to pursue a traditional course of treatment after Barbara Glasgow complained to him about a painful lump in her breast. An attorney for Skutches has filed post-trial motions seeking to have the verdict reversed. Debbie Garlicki, The Morning Call Online 02/15/2008
Imperial Sugar Refinery Had Previous Explosion
A Georgia sugar refinery that was the scene of a blast that killed nine people experienced a small explosion weeks earlier, according to a federal investigator. The previous explosion was caused by the accumulation of dust in a piece of safety equipment, Stephen Selk of the Chemical Safety Board said. It remains unclear whether the earlier explosion may have contributed to the second blast. AP, The New York Times 02/18/2008
Sprint Nextel Corp. Faces Claims for Unpaid Commissions
Sprint Nextel Corp. failed to pay more than $5 million in commissions, a possible class action lawsuit claims. According to the complaint, a computer system malfunction caused workers to lose between $100 and $500 in earned commissions. The lawsuit was filed by four current and former sales clerks who worked in Sprint stores in Louisiana but could cover more than 1,000 individuals if certified as a class action. Jason Gertzen, Kansas City Star 02/11/2008
Don and Doff Suit Filed
A North Carolina pork processing plant failed to pay workers for essential duties such as donning protective gear and walking to work stations, a lawsuit claims. A representative for Smithfield Packing Company maintains that workers were fully paid for job duties. The plant, which employs more than 5,000 workers, is the largest pork processing facility in the world. AP, Winston-Salem Journal 02/11/2008
Advent Product Development Class Action Suit Possible
Kennedy Hodges, LLP is investgating potential claims against Advent Product Development, Inc., Denice Thurlow, Alphonso Eiland and others. The company has used the websitewww.freeinventorskit.com . There are potentially hundreds of claimants across the country who may have a claim against Advent Product Development, Inc. These claims could potentially result in a class action lawsuit. If you are interested in filing a lawsuit against Advent Product Development, Inc. or would like information regarding a potential claim, please call us toll-free at 1-877-342-2020. If you are looking for an Advent attorney to prosecute your claim, please contact us. An Advent lawyer is ready to confer with you regarding your potential claim. Advent Product Developpment, Inc. has been the subject of claims in the past and we are actively investigating future claims against them. Call Kennedy Hodges, LLP at 1-877-342-2020.
Don and Doff Suit Filed
A North Carolina pork processing plant failed to pay workers for essential duties such as donning protective gear and walking to work stations, a lawsuit claims. A representative for Smithfield Packing Company maintains that workers were fully paid for job duties. The plant, which employs more than 5,000 workers, is the largest pork processing facility in the world. AP, Winston-Salem Journal 02/11/2008
Sprint Nextel Corp. Faces Claims for Unpaid Commissions
Sprint Nextel Corp. failed to pay more than $5 million in commissions, a possible class action lawsuit claims. According to the complaint, a computer system malfunction caused workers to lose between $100 and $500 in earned commissions. The lawsuit was filed by four current and former sales clerks who worked in Sprint stores in Louisiana but could cover more than 1,000 individuals if certified as a class action. Jason Gertzen, Kansas City Star 02/11/2008
$38.5 Million Awarded in Cerebral Palsy Case
A Connecticut jury has awarded $38.5 million in damages to the family of a boy who was born with cerebral palsy. Jurors found that Dr. Corrinne De Cholnoky was negligent for waiting to order a Caesarean section to untangle the boy's umbilical cord, which was impeding blood flow to his brain. The award is believed to be the largest medical malpractice verdict in state history. AP, Newsday 02/09/2008 If you are looking for a Texas cerebral palsy attorney / lawyer or a Houston cerebral palsy attorney / lawer, please call Kennedy Hodges, LLP. We have experience representing the parents of children who are injured at birth. Call us at 713-523-0001 or toll-free at 1-877-342-2020.
Lead Found in Baby Products
An environmental group has announced it has discovered high levels of lead in several well-known baby products. The products, made of vinyl plastics, include coolers for storing breast milk, a line of baby bottles and carrying cases for pacifiers. Representatives for the plastics and children's products industries maintain that lead in plastics do not pose a public health risk. Louise Story, The New York Times 02/11/2008
Lead Found in Baby Products
An environmental group has announced it has discovered high levels of lead in several well-known baby products. The products, made of vinyl plastics, include coolers for storing breast milk, a line of baby bottles and carrying cases for pacifiers. Representatives for the plastics and children's products industries maintain that lead in plastics do not pose a public health risk. Louise Story, The New York Times 02/11/2008
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$38.5 Million Awarded in Cerebral Palsy Case
A Connecticut jury has awarded $38.5 million in damages to the family of a boy who was born with cerebral palsy. Jurors found that Dr. Corrinne De Cholnoky was negligent for waiting to order a Caesarean section to untangle the boy's umbilical cord, which was impeding blood flow to his brain. The award is believed to be the largest medical malpractice verdict in state history. AP, Newsday 02/09/2008
Air Bags Don't Always Deploy
While you may feel comfortable knowing you have an air bag, it may not always deploy due to defects in the design or manufacturing of the air bag system. People can suffer horrific injuries when an airbag fails to deploy.
If you are looking for an air bag attorney / lawyer please call the lawyers at Kennedy Hodges, LLP. We can evaluate you claim and help you decide on a course of action. Call us at 713-523-0001.
Air Bags Don't Always Deploy
While you may feel comfortable knowing you have an air bag, it may not always deploy due to defects in the design or manufacturing of the air bag system. People can suffer horrific injuries when an airbag fails to deploy.
Doctors at Dallas' Presbyterian Hospital Named in Fraud Suit
Doctors at Dallas' Presbyterian Hospital defrauded a number of female patients by recommending treatments for conditions they did not have, according to a lawsuit recently filed. In the lawsuit, the patients claim that doctors intentionally misinterpreted test results in order to convince the women that they were suffering from heart problems. A total of 16 women are represented in the lawsuit. Stephen C. Webster, Dallas Business Journal 01/30/2008
Doctors at Dallas' Presbyterian Hospital Named in Fraud Suit
Doctors at Dallas' Presbyterian Hospital defrauded a number of female patients by recommending treatments for conditions they did not have, according to a lawsuit recently filed. In the lawsuit, the patients claim that doctors intentionally misinterpreted test results in order to convince the women that they were suffering from heart problems. A total of 16 women are represented in the lawsuit. Stephen C. Webster, Dallas Business Journal 01/30/2008
