Archive for July 2021
Important 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Deadline is July 29th
Since the deadly attacks on 9/11, our firm has represented thousands of individuals through the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF). The VCF provides compensation to those who have suffered illnesses as a result of their exposure to 9/11-related toxins in lower Manhattan south of Canal Street, in the days, weeks and months following 9/11.…
Read MoreRecent Airbnb Assault Case Sheds Light on Company’s Multi-Million Dollar Payout System
Airbnb is a popular short-term vacation rental company that offers alternatives to the traditional hotel experience. Hosts have the ability to place a full home or apartment, guest suite or section of their home up on the online marketplace as a temporary rental. According to Airbnb, about two million people stay in their rentals every…
Read MoreSleep Apnea Machines, Ventilators Recalled Due to Cancer Risk Posed by Foam
Important Update: As of July 22, 2021, the FDA has identified the Philips recall as a Class I recall, the most serious type of recall. Use of these devices may cause serious injuries or death. Overview of Recall Medical device maker Philips announced a voluntary recall of sleep apnea machines and ventilators due to toxic…
Read MoreDetermining Negligence in Personal Injury Cases
The legal system defines negligence as the failure to exercise a level of care toward others which a reasonable or prudent person would do in the same or similar circumstances. In order for a personal injury case to be successful, it is imperative that the plaintiff can prove that the defendant’s negligence caused their injury.…
Read MoreMy Loved One Died in a Car Crash Caused By Another’s Negligence. Can I Sue?
Losing a loved one unexpectedly in a car accident may be one of the most painful experiences a family can go through, especially when the death was caused by someone else’s negligence behind the wheel. While nothing can replace the loss of a loved one, the surviving family may be entitled to monetary compensation to…
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