Most people know that welding is dangerous. The career involves using high-power tools to control flames. Welders often work in construction or in industrial environments. Some welders have job hazards related to a commercial facility. Factories create a variety of...
Products Liability
Major recall of deli meat is sparked over listeria outbreak
Boar’s Head deli meats are probably among the most popular kinds of deli meat in your local grocery store – but concerns over a deadly listeria outbreak have prompted a recall of over 7 million pounds of the company’s products. The U.S. Department of Agriculture...
Is silica the new asbestos?
Many people who work in construction and remodeling think that asbestos is largely a thing of the past. They know it can be in old homes and other buildings. They know that you need to take precautions if you’re making repairs or upgrades because it can be in the...
Big Chem hid knowledge of toxic foam used by firefighters
Per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of manufactured chemicals that have been widely used since the mid-20th century. These chemicals are renowned for their heat, water and oil resistance, making them valuable in various industrial applications,...
Were veterans exposed to cancer-causing toxins while working at military silos?
A recent piece by the Associated Press claims to have found military briefing slides that show a connection between work at military silos in Montana and an increased risk of blood cancer. Who was at increased risk? This report focused on missileers assigned to the...
J&J’s, baby powder and cancer: An update on options for victims
Victims throughout the country are taking steps to hold Johnson & Johnson’s (J&J’s) accountable for the damage done by their baby powder products. These victims have evidence to support allegations the company’s product caused various illnesses, including...
Are ventilators safe?
A ventilator is an important medical device. Physicians and other medical professionals use this machine to force air into the lungs of patients who otherwise may not be able to breath on their own. Examples of patients who may need these devices include adults or...
When bedrails do more harm than good
Bed rails can be more dangerous and unsteady than many people think. There are several people who die from bed rail accidents every year. Sometimes, these products are recalled while other times they are not. Anyone working or living in a healthcare facility in Ohio...
What are my rights if a large company wrongs me?
We expect the products we use to be safe. Yet we hear again and again about consumers getting cancer from a medication or due to exposure to dangerous substances like asbestos or weed killers. These are just a few of the examples of products that can make us sick or...
Defective medical devices and drugs recalled
Many Ohio residents trust their doctors regarding the use of medication and medical devices. However, each year, the Food and Drug Administration determines that some medicines and medical devices pose risks that make them unacceptable for patients to use. The...