Lilly and Plaintiffs’ Attorneys Enter Into an Agreement in Principle to Settle Majority of Zyprexa® Product Liability Litigation Eli Lilly and Company announced today that it has entered into an agreement in principle with plaintiffs’ attorneys involved in Zyprexa liability litigation to settle a majority of the claims against Lilly relating to the medication. When […]
May Day marks bloody history for workers rights in United States
May Day marks bloody history for workers rights in United States The first day of May is globally known as May Day or International Worker’s Day. While cities around the world, such as Jakarta, Istanbul, Bangkok, Berlin and Moscow, hold protests and demonstrations to celebrate, the holiday sees little recognition in the United States. Some […]
Workers Memorial Day: Mourn for the dead, fight for the living
Workers Memorial Day: Mourn for the dead, fight for the living For many, going to work is an everyday task completed without fear of injury or death. Men and women sit at their desks, finishing necessary assignments and returning home to relax or spend time with their family. For others, that reassurance does not exist. […]
Vehicle recalls continue after record year
Vehicle recalls continue after record year Riddled with recalls, 2014 was a historic year for the auto industry. General Motors began the year with a massive ignition switch recall and Takata ended it with an airbag issue crossing 10 different automakers. When looking at the largest recalls in history, GM and Takata take the fourth […]
Brain Injury Awareness Month: You are not alone
Brain Injury Awareness Month: You are not alone Every year, 2.5 million Americans survive a traumatic brain injury and attempt to continue their lives. Beyond new incidents, 5.3 million Americans live with a brain injury. Brain Injury Awareness month seeks to educate the public about TBI prevention and the needs of those affected and their […]
RECENT RESULTS
We just resolved a trial group of 6 mesothelioma cases with great success. We obtained $1.4 million for a 69 year old glass plant worker; $1.75 million for an 80 year old steelworker; $2 million for a 77 year old aluminum plant worker and almost $3 million for a 69 year old boilermaker. Although we […]
How Jason Luckasevic’s crusade against concussions is making a difference
How Jason Luckasevic’s crusade against concussions is making a difference To be a pioneer means to be the first to recognize a problem or situation and work to develop a solution. Often mocked and misunderstood, pioneers face an uphill battle to prove the worth of what they’re trying to accomplish. At Goldberg, Persky & White, […]
Drowsy driving causes more fatal accidents than reported
Drowsy driving causes more fatal accidents than reported How often do you drive when you’re tired? We’re warned about the deadly effects of drinking and driving, yet we continue to sit behind the wheel of a vehicle while we’re drowsy and operate it as if we’re fine. As a result, 21 percent of all fatal vehicle […]
Fatal truck accidents on the rise in fracking communities
Fatal truck accidents on the rise in fracking communities Hydraulic fracturing, more commonly known as fracking, is a booming industry around the United States, but the growth isn’t without criticism. Many believe the negative side effects, including property damage, water contamination and released gases, outweigh the benefits. New studies are regularly completed to highlight discoveries associated with fracking. For example, […]
The escalating effects of head injuries for football players
The escalating effects of head injuries for football players Tom Cutinella’s football game Wednesday, October 1, probably began like any other. The guard/linebacker took the field amidst cheers from the crowd, ready to take on the opponent. Everything changed during the third quarter as his team fought to keep their 17 to 12 lead. The […]