October is National Seafood Month, so as many gear up for a meal fresh from the surf, it’s very important to keep yourself and your loved ones safe from food poisoning. Seafood is a healthy, nutritious addition to any diet, but in order to receive the benefits you need to know how to identify fish that’s safe to eat. Two …
Medical Malpractice Case Leaves Man Paralyzed, $2.85 Million Awarded
Last Friday in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina a medical malpractice malpractice case came to a close, leaving a married couple $2.85 million richer. Randy and Ann Greene have suffered immensely over the last 9 years due to a mishap that left Randy paralyzed from the waist down. On April 4, 2004 Mr. Greene was in an automobile accident that severed …
Manchester, England Dog Owner Admits to Animal Cruelty Resulting in Wrongful Death
Earlier this year, 14 year-old, Jade Lomas-Anderson was visiting a friend in Manchester, England when the unthinkable happened. Two bull mastiffs and two Staffordshire bull terriers attacked, and mauled young Jade to death. A call to authorities reported out of control canines and an unconscious girl. However, when the police arrived it was too late for Jade, she had already …
Class Action Suit Filed on NYC Restaurant for Spread of Hepatitis A
The New Hawaii Sea restaurant located in the Bronx, New York is in legal trouble after 4 patrons and a worker have been diagnosed with hepatitis A. Not exactly a classic case of food poisoning, the virus had spread to patrons after eating food that had been handled by an infected worker. The suit is led by attorney William Marler, …
After 7 Years, CA Nursing Home Abuse Case Still Under Investigation
Other than being an unforgivable, deplorable act, nursing home abuse is unfortunately becoming a more and more common occurrence. At 95 years of age, Elsie Fossum checked herself into Claremont Place, an assisted living facility east of Los Angeles. Elsie passed away at that very facility, not due to natural causes but due to injuries she sustained in their care. …
P.F. Chang’s Recalls Meal Containing Traces of Surprise Shellfish
Earlier this month, Chobani yogurt pulled yogurt off the shelves due to an undesirable culture dwelling within, causing numerous illnesses. This case is not as extreme, but continuing the trend this week is P.F. Chang’s. The mistake is found in a product distributed by their at-home, frozen line of meals. Their frozen pork and leek dumplings may create a health …
Woman Sues Doctors Over Alleged Misdiagnosis of Breast Cancer
Earlier this month a court hearing began in Lancaster, Pa where a woman is suing two doctors for medical malpractice over a misdiagnosis of breast cancer. She claims that they had failed to diagnose and perform a biopsy on a lump in her left breast, which has now proven to be cancerous and has since spread to her lungs. …
Honda Recalls Near 400,00 Automotives Due to Airbag Malfunction
A common theme is forming this week as yet another recall has surfaced. This time it’s not from BMW, but Japanese automaker Honda. Over the past few months, two models of Honda are experiencing safety threatening malfunctions. In non-emergency situations, airbags are inflating on their own. Honda will be recalling around 400,000 total vehicles across North America. 318,000 Honda Odysseys …
BMW Recalls 140,000 Sedans for Tail Light Defect
Beginning this October, some ultimate driving machines will be recalled due to a faulty electrical connection. A problem due to “increased resistance” could result in your tail lights going on the fritz. The recall will affect 140,000 5 series sedans, ranging from the model year 2008 to 2010. The specific models affected are the 528i, 535i, 550i and M5. Once …
How to Prevent Cross-Contact Food Poisoning
Since September is National Food Safety Month, we want to help share some tips about how you can prevent food poisoning. Many people experience food poisoning by consuming products that had food allergens without being warned they contained allergens. This year’s Food Safety Month theme is to avoid a reaction, take action. There are around 160 food products that can …
