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Older Motorcyclists Are More Likely To Be Injured or Killed
A University of Rochester Medical study found that aging bikers are more likely to be injured or killed as a result of a motorcycle accident than younger riders. The study surveyed 61,689 motorcyclists aged 17 to 89 and found that aging motorcycle riders were nearly twice as likely to die as a…
Read MorePart 2: Three Major Nursing Home Reforms Signed Into Law
Part 2 of 3 Elder Justice Act The number of older Americans is fast growing, and so is the problem of elder abuse, neglect and exploitation. The Elder Justice Act would provide federal resources to support State and community efforts on the front lines dedicated to fighting elder abuse with…
Read MorePart 1: Three Major Nursing Home Reforms Signed Into Law
Part 1 of 3 With the signing of the health care reform bill, three paramount nursing home reforms became law. The Nursing Home Transparency and Improvement, the Elder Justice Act, and a national program of criminal background checks on long-term care workers all became laws with President Obamas signature last March….
Read MoreState Trial lawyers group has new leader
The Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers has elected its first woman president, a personal injury attorney from Wauwatosa who specializes in medical negligence lawsuits. M. Angela Dentice, now president-elect of the 1,000-member organization, will take over as president Friday. A graduate of Marquette University Law School, she replaces Kevin Lonergan…
Read MoreBaby Slings Recalled
A press release from the Consumer Product Safety Commission: WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Health Canada (HC), in cooperation with Infantino LLC, of San Diego, Calif. are announcing a free replacement program for the Infantino, SlingRider, and “Wendy Bellissimo” infant slings. One million of these infant slings…
Read MoreHondas Recalled for Brake Problems
Approximately 410,000 Honda Odyssey minivans and Element small trucks will be recalled for problems with braking systems that could make it difficult to stop the vehicle if not repaired. The recall targets 2007 and 2008 Honda Odysseys and Elements. According to the manufacturer, brake pedals can feel soft and must…
Read MoreEvidence Links Fosamax to Femur Fractures
An ABC investigation found growing evidence between long-term use of osteoporosis drugs such as Fosamax and spontaneous fractures of the thigh bone (the femur). The investigation gave several examples of women who suffered femur fractures after prolonged use of bisphosphonates such as Fosamax. Doctors are concerned that the prolonged use…
Read MoreClass-Action Lawsuits Could Cost Toyota Billions
Toyota owners are claiming that the massive recalls are causing the value of their vehicle to drop, resulting in 89 class-action lawsuits that could cost Toyota approximately $3 billion. Toyota owners are contending their vehicles have dropped in value because of the recalls and that Toyota knew all along about…
Read MoreToyota Acceleration Problems Continue
The AP (3/5, Thomas, Manning) reports that NHTSA said yesterday that it has received more than 60 complaints from Toyota drivers who say their cars have sped up by themselves even after being fixed to correct the problem. The agency is contacting every owner to learn more about the consumer…
Read MoreFood Flavoring Recall
U.S. food regulators announced a voluntary recall on Thursday of food made with hydrolyzed vegetable protein, a common flavoring, due to a potential salmonella contamination. The flavoring is used in soups, sauces, hot dogs, snack foods, dressings and dips and is made by privately held Basic Food Flavors Inc of Las…
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