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Largest Product Liability Recalls of 2016

Posted on Feb. 10 2017 in Dangerous Drug Information

Manufacturers often issue voluntary recalls of products after becoming aware of problems that can compromise safety. In some cases, the government initiates recalls to protect consumers. Consumers who are hurt by unsafe products can take legal action against companies throughout the supply chain — including retailers, distributors and manufacturers. Whether the problem is faulty design, poor manufacture or inadequate instructions, consumers can sue companies for personal injuries, as well as financial losses caused by defective products. If you’ve been injured by any of these products or have additional questions, contact a Louisville personal injury lawyer. Here are some of the major Kentucky Product Recalls of 2016. Fire Hazards, Lead, Choking
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2016 Medical Malpractice Roundup

Posted on Feb. 9 2017 in Medical Malpractice Cases

Here’s a frightening statistic: More than 250,000 people die each year in the United States because of medical errors. According to a recent analysis by Johns Hopkins University, medical mistakes outrank the official third-leading cause of death — respiratory disease — among Americans. The Centers for Disease Control doesn’t give medical errors their own category on death certificates, although the problem is significant. If you’ve reached this page because you or someone you know has suffered a personal injury in Kentucky caused by malpractice, contact our Louisville medical malpractice lawyers today to schedule a free initial consultation. Research has found that just 1 percent of U.S. doctors are at fault
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