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Philips Recalls Ventilators, Sleep Apnea Machines Due to Health Risks

by | Jun 28, 2021 |

Overview of Recall The recall includes millions of units of the Philips Bi-level Positive Airway Pressure (Bi-Level PAP), Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), and mechanical ventilator devices. Most of these recalled devices are DreamStation products. Philips stated that the defect in the products was related to the polyester-based polyurethane (PE-PUR) sound abatement foam in the […]

Peloton Recalls After Numerous Injuries, Faces Class Action Lawsuits

by | Jun 21, 2021 |

After 72 reports of adult users, children, pets and/or objects being pulled under the rear of the treadmill, Peloton recalled their Tread+ treadmill on May 5, 2021. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the treadmill has been linked to injuries including second-and third- degree abrasions, broken bones, and lacerations. In addition, a 6-year-old […]

The Four Types of Mesothelioma

by | Jun 7, 2021 | ,

Our Maryland Mesothelioma Lawyers Discuss Mesothelioma Diagnosis A mesothelioma diagnosis poses serious challenges to you and your loved one. The many different kinds of mesothelioma can result in widely varying prognoses and treatment options, but you do not have to navigate this complicated world by yourself. The Law Office of Peter J. Angelos has extensive […]

Proving a Defective Product Liability Claim

by | Jun 7, 2021 |

Proving a Defective Product Liability Claim Consumers have a basic right to safety. This right protects consumers from injuries caused by products, specifically when a consumer is using a product as it’s meant to be used. Manufacturers and companies that make products have a responsibility to ensure consumer safety, however sometimes they fail to uphold […]

Three Kinds of Product Liability

by | Apr 28, 2021 |

Product liability is an area of law concerned with protecting consumers from inadequate or wreckless manufacturing practices, forcing companies to be extremely diligent when distributing a particular good. Product liability assumes “strict liability,” which means that the manufacturer is liable for injuries caused by a faulty product regardless of how careful the manufacturer acted in […]

The Four D’s of Medical Malpractice

by | Apr 28, 2021 |

In medical malpractice, there are four conditions that must be met in order for the plaintiff to have a chance to win their suit. These four conditions are Duty, Dereliction, Damages, and Direct Causation. Each of these conditions has its own respective requirements and they encompass the entire breadth of your time with the physician, […]

Tips for Managing Mental Health After Mesothelioma Diagnosis

by | Mar 30, 2021 | ,

Mesothelioma is an atypical class of cancers generally caused by inhaling or swallowing airborne asbestos fibers. Malignant mesotheliomas are tumors that usually begin growing in the chest, abdomen, and heart. These tumors can take up to 50 years to develop depending on the severity of exposure to asbestos particles. Patients often miss mesothelioma symptoms due […]

Springtime Poses Possible New Injury Risks

by | Mar 30, 2021 |

As the temperatures rise and the spring season sets in, it becomes increasingly difficult to fight the urge to get out of the house and enjoy outdoor activities. While the prospect of taking advantage of nice weather and getting fresh air seems harmless, it is important to be aware of your surroundings to avoid the […]

3M Hit with $7.1M Verdict in Earplug MDL Bellwether Trial

by | Mar 26, 2021 |

3M was hit with a $7.1 million verdict by a Florida federal jury in the first bellwether trial of a multidistrict litigation consolidated trial involving 3M’s earplugs and their widespread impact on U.S. military personnel. The Verdict On April 30, three Army veterans were awarded $2.1 million each in punitive damages. The jury awarded another […]

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