Why is it so hard to directly link Talcum powder to Ovarian cancer? Talcum powder (more commonly known as baby powder) is marketed as a safe and gentle product – safe enough to use on your new born child and used in all types of cosmetics. Talc is a substance that absorbs moisture, is useful […]
Home Waxing Kits Linked to Serious Injury
Home Waxing Kits Linked to Serious Injury What’s beauty without pain? Waxing, as any individual might know, can be one of the more painful beauty routines. Those who are looking to save money and time have turned to home waxing kits, rather than going to a salon. As if the process isn’t painful enough, countless […]
What to Include in Your Wrongful Death Claim
What to Include in Your Wrongful Death Claim When someone dies because of the legal fault of another person, the deceased’s estate can file a wrongful death claim. This is a kind of lawsuit that seeks compensation for the loss such as medical expenses, lost wages that would have been earned by the deceased, funeral […]
Recent verdict raises talcum powder concerns
Recent verdict raises talcum powder concerns Earlier this week, Johnson & Johnson was held responsible for failing to disclose talcum powder could cause ovarian cancer and ordered to pay $72 million in damages to the family of a woman who died of the cancer. For decades, Jacqueline Fox used Johnson & Johnson’s talc based products, […]
The use of asbestos to create picture perfect snow
The use of asbestos to create picture perfect snow In 2015, we’re well aware of the dangers associated with asbestos, a naturally occurring fibrous mineral. Decades ago, the mineral was used in cigarettes, insulation and roofing due to its flame-resistant capabilities, but it also had more commercial uses. The light, white and fluffy nature of the […]
GPW to relocate after nearly three decades on Fifth Avenue
GPW to relocate after nearly three decades on Fifth Avenue After almost three decades, the principle office of Goldberg, Persky & White, P.C. is relocating. Effective Friday, Oct. 2, the firm will move from its 1030 Fifth Avenue location across from Consol Energy Center to 11 Stanwix Street in the Key Bank Building. “After looking at […]
Safety tips for your Fourth of July weekend
Safety tips for your Fourth of July weekend In the United States, we celebrate the anniversary of our independence with cookouts and fireworks. Many pack up their cars and visit friends and family, causing increased traffic during the holiday weekend. Unfortunately, the next few days can be some of the most dangerous. For more than […]
Recent ruling is first bladder sling case in ongoing transvaginal mesh lawsuits
Recent ruling is first bladder sling case in ongoing transvaginal mesh lawsuits When the female body experiences major trauma, whether it’s childbirth or a hysterectomy, serious problems can occur in the aftermath and recovery process. To deal with these issues, transvaginal mesh (TVM) implants are used to repair any damage and restore the body to […]
PANCREATIC CANCER AND DIABETES DRUGS
Recent studies have caused researchers to become concerned that patients who take certain drugs to treat their diabetes have an increased risk of developing cancer of the pancreas. The drugs at issue are Januvia, Victoza, Byetta, and Onglyza, among others. These drugs are used to control blood sugar in patients with Type 2 diabetes. They […]
US Consumuer Product Safety Commission on Gel Fuels, Firepots, Tiki Torches, & Similar Products
US Consumuer Product Safety Commission on Gel Fuels, Firepots, Tiki Torches, & Similar Products Serious, sometimes fatal, burns have occurred during use of various gel fuels used in fire pots, tiki torches, and similar items. GPW’s personal injury attorneys are investigating several such injuries and deaths. This press statement on gel fuels and other illuminating fuels was […]