The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that nearly half of Americans take at least one prescription medication, and nearly 25 percent take three or more. Here in Covington, almost all of us either rely on prescription drugs to keep us healthy or have family members who do. We rely on the Food and Drug Administration to tell us that a medication is safe, meaning it won’t cause
Individuals in Kentucky and elsewhere may be impacted by a recent product recall — the second of its kind by Harbor Freight in 2020. The product being recalled is a three-ton jack stand. Unfortunately, sometimes, defective products like these cause injuries to consumers, which is grounds for dangerous product liability claims. The jack stand that is being recalled was designed to help automotive workers to support the cars they are working on.
Roundup, a widely-used weedkiller, has been linked to thousands of cases of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and other cancers. Hundreds of victims of the dangerous product are now suing Roundup’s manufacturer, Monsanto. The plaintiffs allege that exposure to the popular herbicide caused them or a loved one to develop cancer, and that Monsanto knew of the risks. If you or a loved one have developed cancer after regularly using Roundup, you may
Kentucky consumers might assume that products on store shelves are labeled with appropriate allergy warnings. However, a recent candy recall demonstrates that this is not always true. Consumers may wish to follow this potential product liability case in the months to come. A dark chocolate made by GKI Foods has been recalled due to an omission in its product labeling. Though the product contains milk, the packaging on the product does
Kentucky parents may assume all the products they buy are well-tested and proven safe for their children to enjoy. Sadly, however, a Fisher-Price product sold nationwide at several major stores and online was just recalled due to a reported fire hazard. Parents who own this product will want to follow this products liability case closely in the weeks to come. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall
Kentucky consumers might assume that a product on the shelves of a big corporation would be properly tested. However, an outlet converter sold at The Home Depot through its stores across the country and online was recently recalled due to possible shock and fire hazards. Those consumers who have purchased this product will want to pay close attention to this products liability case as it unfolds in the following months.
When patients in Kentucky choose to undergo surgery, they anticipate they will receive the best possible care and products used during and after an operation. Unfortunately, companies are not always aware of all the potential risks their products could pose to patients, or they may choose not to adequately inform patients of all potential risks. A jury in another state recently determined that a company that sold pelvic mesh was
When companies produce a product, they bear the responsibility of making consumers in Kentucky and across the country aware of any associated risks involved with the product’s use. Recently, a jury determined in a product liability lawsuit that the makers of a hunting tree stand did not properly alert consumers to the potential risks of its product. The jury determined their failure to do so was worth $18.5 million for
Car accidents in Kentucky occur on a regular basis and can result due to driver negligence, weather conditions, or other outside factors. A mother and her two young children were killed in an automobile accident when a man veered into their lane and crashed into them. The driver was charged and determined as negligent, but evidence exists that there may have been a software problem with the brakes in his
Johnson & Johnson is a well-known company, especially for its baby products. Many consumers in Kentucky, along with others throughout the world, trust the brand due to its reputation. Several products liability lawsuits against J&J and the company that supplied some of its products have made people begin to question the safety of its talc-based products. One recent lawsuit against the company awarded one woman $110 million for her pain
Federal agents have ordered the closure of the Dixie Diner’s Club SoyNut Butter factory in Kentucky. The Food and Drug Administration reported the facility to be the suspected source of an outbreak of E.coli. Reportedly, people in five states have contracted the disease, and the company will likely have to face multiple products liability claims before this is over. According to an FDA report, inspectors who paid several visits to
Kentucky parents of infants are often diligent and cautious in their efforts to provide appropriate toys for their children. Especially during the teething phase of infancy, moms and dads may search for various types of products recommended to help ease gum discomfort and promote healthy tooth growth. A parent in another state, who also happens to be a pediatric dentist, recently became alarmed when she saw potential grounds for a
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