More than 500 new class-action suits associated with the pandemic and shutdown-related matters have been filed since May.
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COVID-19: Class action lawsuit trends | PropertyCasualty360
About 9% of 200,000 Covid-19 deaths in the U.S. are believed to stem from take-home infections. A new report says that could cost businesses up to $21 billion in legal expenses if fatalities reach 300,000.
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Businesses could face billions of dollars in lawsuits from employees who brought Covid-19 home to relatives
The family of a 19-year-old killed in a traffic accident in England are suing the American driver. The woman, the wife of an American official, admits to driving on the wrong side of the road. https://buff.ly/3n8qr6u
When you win a case, mismanagement of the damages awarded could ruin a good judgement. Don't let the wrong person handle your funds. If anything, monitor you funds closely or this could happen to you.
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Man charged with spending daughter's $61,000 personal injury trust fund
A Palm Beach County man is suing McDonald's after breaking a tooth while eating chicken nuggets. He's asking the court to issue a recall of McNuggets and award him $1.1 million in damages.
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Florida man suing McDonald's for alleged injury caused by Chicken McNugget
With the state opening up, the eviction and foreclosure moratorium could end as well. There are hundreds of eviction cases sitting in local courts just waiting for the moratorium to be lifted. https://buff.ly/341uMzv
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Landlord files lawsuit against CDC eviction moratorium
Tesla's autonomous driving system is the subject of several high profile deaths and lawsuits. An MIT study says Tesla drivers are more distracted when they use the system despite being told to keep their eyes on the road and hands on the wheel. https://buff.ly/33wlUmB
In August, the Honda driver killed from a malfunctioning airbag drove a car that was subject to a recall that was never addressed. Get recall notices as soon as they're issued from the NHTSA app.
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Get Recall Notices Right When They’re Issued with New NHTSA App
A defective Takata airbag killed a Honda driver in August, making it the 17th death caused by the shrapnel-shooting airbags in the U.S. Takata airbags have been the focus of the largest recall in U.S. automotive history.
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Defective Takata Airbag Inflator Causes 17th U.S. Death
The safety and advocacy group Kids in Danger (KID) reported the largest number of children’s deaths – 38 – before a children's product recall in the 19 years since it has been analyzing recall data. Take a look at KID's key findings.
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Country Fresh extended its recall of “Freshness Guaranteed “ cut and sliced apples, grapes, mangos, pineapples and cantaloupe distributed by Walmart.https://buff.ly/3jBEMX1
Here's a look at the latest children's products that have been recalled for a wide variety of safety reasons by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
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Health Alerts: Plush duck, water toys, star lights, lawn dart sets recalled
Hyundai has issued a recall affecting more than 11,000 Kona Electric vehicles from 2019 and 2020 due to an issue that could cause the battery to short-circuit and potentially start a fire. The company also ordered dealers to stop selling the car.
GREENCARREPORTS.COM
Fire concern prompts stop-sale, US recall for 2019-2020 Hyundai Kona Electric
Could the ride be over for Peloton? The fitness company issued a voluntary recall on pedals used on 27,000 of exercise bikes because of a reported "laceration hazard."
CNN.COM
Peloton recalls pedals on 27,000 exercise bikes after reported injuries
You better believe the SBA wants its money back if you're not using it correctly. Case in point: a Texas man was charged with fraud after he spent more than $17 million in Paycheck Protection Program loans on lavish personal expenses.
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Texas man charged in $24 Million Paycheck Protection Program Fraud
Most of us have had our credit card number stolen at one time. Here's how to get your money back when you've been a victim of fraud.
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How to get your money back when your credit card is stolen and you've been a victim of fraud
A Florida man received two years in prison for defrauding investors in his 'Shark Tank' product out of $500,000 used for a house and a securities trading account.
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Florida man gets 2 years in prison for 'Shark Tank' investment-turned-fraud
There are plenty of laws in place to protect employees from physical harm on the job. But how about emotional damage? There are some protections. Here's what employers and employees need to know.
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Employee Protections From Emotional Injuries That Occur On The Job
A contractor who worked as a moderator for YouTube through 2019, accusing it of failing to protect workers who have to catch and remove violent videos posted to the site.
CNBC.COM
Former YouTube content moderator describes horrors of the job in new lawsuit
Depending on the specifics of your accident and injuries, you may be entitled to two types of damages from your personal injury claim. Here's a look at what falls under general and special damages, and what you might want to consider.
Unemployment benefits fraud is rampant. If you've applied for unemployment you'll need to know how to protect yourself. Read this for tips. If you need help, consider reaching out to an attorney who can assess the situation.
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Unemployment Benefits Fraud: What To Know And How To Protect Yourself
A popular customer support scam is wiping out bank accounts across the country.
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Payment app scam could wipe out your entire balance
Beware opening emails claiming you have a package you didn't expect. It could all be part of a scam.
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Fake package deliver fraud is on the rise
How many cups of coffee can you get from a package of Maxwell House? According to a lawsuit filed by a Broward woman, it's not as many as the company claims. https://buff.ly/3oDGytw
Healthcare workers are fighting back against the federal government – in court. https://buff.ly/34EwHvu
The Florida company IncredibleFish recalled Incredible Stone Crab Mustard Sauce because of a packaging mistake that creates a food allergy danger. Please note, it's the sauce, not the stone crabs that are being recalled.
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Miami-Dade company recalls stone crab sauce distributed as stone crab season begins
Is Uber's driver rating system racially biased? According to lawsuit filed by a former driver, the rating system leads to the disproportionate firing of drivers of color and who speak with accents.
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Uber Fires Drivers Based On 'Racially Biased' Star Rating System, Lawsuit Claims
Students nationwide are suing colleges and universities, seeking refunds for tuition and other services they paid for but never got because of COVD-19 lockdowns. https://buff.ly/3e1O9Nz
Some workers have been penalized, even fired, for reporting COVID safety violations. About 170 retaliation/whistleblower lawsuits have been filed across the country. An additional 27 lawsuits have been filed for wrongful discharge.
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COVID-19 workplace lawsuits are anything but clearcut. A judge recently dismissed a case brought against Amazon while McDonald's faces more lawsuits from employees.
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Is McDonald's doing enough to protect workers from COVID?
Employees nationwide continue to battle their employers in court over COVID-19 infections in the workplace. Each side faces countless hurdles.
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Suing employers over COVID exposure at work: Who will win? | BenefitsPRO
Is Airbnb''s COVID refund policy costing you money? A class-action lawsuit filed against the company says the policy put in place earlier this year robs Airbnb hosts and customers of lots of money.
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Airbnb Accused in Lawsuit of Ripping Off Hosts and Guests With Covid Refund Policy
The man who was attacked by a leopard is filing a lawsuit against the owners and operators of the animal sanctuary located behind a home in Davie.
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Leopard-attack victim suing Davie animal sanctuary
Hundreds of passengers were infected and dozens of people died after a cruise ship Ruby Princess set sail at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic on March 8. Now passengers are suing.
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Hundreds of passengers file lawsuit against cruise line over coronavirus outbreak
A woman died from the coronavirus on a Spirit Airlines flight but her fellow passengers were never notified. Would you have wanted to know? https://buff.ly/35WdAMH
Could Tesla's often criticized autopilot be subject to a defective product lawsuit? https://buff.ly/3nlxQ1s
Pet owners yet another company has issued a recall of dog food. Albright’s Raw Dog Food Chicken Recipe that went to 10 states including Florida has been recalled for salmonella issues. https://buff.ly/36Hi4am
Hot of the presses: Approximately 350,000 Ring doorbells in the U.S. have been recalled, as well as 8,700 in Canada.
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Ring Recalls Doorbell Cameras Due to Fire Hazard
Small business owners face countless hurdles, especially in this economy. Knowing how to recognize the signs of workers’ comp fraud could protect the longevity of a business. Here's what to look for.
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How to protect a small business from workers’ compensation fraud | PropertyCasualty360
A judge this week ordered an auto parts manufacturer to pay $1.5 million after admitting violating federal safety standards before a worker was crushed to death by a robotic machine.
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Alabama Auto Part Maker Pleads Guilty in Worker Death, Will Pay $1.5M Fine
If your child is injured in an accident, can you sue? The answer: most certainly, yes.
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Can I Sue If My Child Is Injured In A Car Accident - Canyon News
A former professional baseball player has filed a lawsuit against the company that runs Oracle Park in San Francisco, saying an injury while playing on the field ended his career. He's not the first pro athlete to file such a case.
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Former Giants outfielder faces uphill battle in bullpen mound injury lawsuit
Hotel guests willingly give away their information when they reserve a room. Now Marriott faces countless lawsuits for failing to protect its customers from a data breach.
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Marriott’s data breach may be the biggest in history. Now it’s facing multiple class-action lawsuits.
If your records are exposed because of a data breach, can you sue? Plenty have. In fact, medical data breaches have been the subject of several lawsuits like this one.
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$350K Proposed Settlement Reached in Saint Francis Data Breach Lawsuit
Should you settle your personal injury lawsuit? Well, there's no definitive answer. But here's something to think about.
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Is It Better To Settle Or Go To Court For A Personal Injury Case? | JD Supra
Can you spot a scam? Take this quiz to find out.
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Can you spot a scam? Take the quiz to find out
Happy Thanksgiving! #feelinggrateful
Your business insurance might not cover losses linked to the pandemic, but it may just over a personal injury lawsuit.
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How a Business’s Insurance Can Cover a Personal Injury Lawsuit » Live Insurance News
The FAA has given the go-ahead for airlines to 737 Max planes back in the air. Airlines say they will allow 737 Max passengers to change their tickets at no charge.
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Airlines will let 737 Max passengers change their tickets for free
With Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday just days away, here's a look at the holiday scams you need to watch out for online and in your communities. https://buff.ly/3nNj8AF
Follow these food safety tips to keep you and your family and friends from falling ill to a foodborne illness on Thanksgiving. https://buff.ly/2J0B3oi
Chipotle faces yet another lawsuit stemming from a food recall. This time a customer who spent several days in the hospital with a painful and debilitating gastrointestinal illness is suing the chain for food poisoning.
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Chipotle Is Being Sued Again for Food Poisoning
Beware this scam sent to Zoom users that claims they either missed a meeting or had their account suspended.
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Zoom scam is nothing more than part of a phishing campaign
Sunbeam issued a recall of 914,000 Crock-Pots Express cookers after numerous reports of burns and several lawsuits.
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Crock-Pot recall: Sunbeam Products recalls more than 900,000 pressure cookers for burn risk after 99 injuries
Ignoring a recall can lead to some costly legal problems.
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Lawsuits blame faulty truck part for garage explosion
General Motors will recall about 7 million big pickup trucks and SUVs worldwide to replace potentially dangerous Takata air bag inflators.
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GM to recall 7M vehicles globally to replace Takata air bags
Hyundai faces a class-action lawsuit filed by 200 vehicle owners over a string of battery fires in the Kona EV.
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Hyundai faces lawsuit over EV fires as GM launches recall
The family of a Publix employee who died after contracting the coronavirus says the supermarket chain failed to properly protect employees.
CNN.COM
Family files suit over Publix employee's death. It says company failed to protect him from Covid-19
The family of a man who died of asbestos poisoning is suing his employer - Frito-Lay. The claim is part of a class-action lawsuit filed by seven other families.
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Jackson family files lawsuit against Frito-Lay
The efficiency of 911 calls make all the difference in an emergency. In this case, a possible mistake during a 911 call might have caused the death of a mother.
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Botched 911 call for help leads to mother’s death according to new lawsuit
If you've had your personal information exposed because of a data breach, you can be compensated. Home Depot will pay a $17.5 million settlement to 46 states regarding a 2014 data breach.
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Attorney General: Home Depot settles $17.5 million lawsuit after data breach
If you're considering a personal injury lawsuit due to a back or neck injury, it's important to know what to expect. The injuries can have a life altering impact.
LEGALREADER.COM
What to Know Before You File a Lawsuit for Accidental Spinal Injury - Legal Reader
Universal Orlando Resort has finally settled the lawsuit with a tourist who broke his neck on a water slide at Volcano Bay water park in 2019.
INSIDETHEMAGIC.NET
Lawsuit Update: Water Slide Injury at Universal Park | Inside the Magic
The recent surge in product liability and recall risks is coinciding with some of the largest claims payouts the U.S. has seen in a long time. https://buff.ly/3giD5Nl
Ring customers who suffered hacks are suing Amazon, which owns the home security company, for failing to protect their home and families from intrusion.
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Ring customers with cameras breached by hackers sue Amazon in proposed class action lawsuit
Don't let your holiday go up in flames. Follow these tips to ensure your home and family are safe from mishaps. https://buff.ly/2AReNp4
Parents of a girl who is legally blind are suing a school district in Arkansas when she wasn't provided a safety monitor as required by law.
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Parents suing Bentonville School District
If your child is injured at school, suing might just be the only recourse to cover their medical bills. The parents of a 7th grader in Iowa are suing the school district after their son suffered a brain injury on school grounds.
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Parents of injured student sue Sioux City school district
An estimated 40 million Americans could face eviction by the end of December. But what most people aren't talking about is the strain on landlords, who unlike tenants, don't have a safety net.
If you're still holding off filing for PPP loan forgiveness, here are several key factors to consider.
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SBA Loan Forgiveness for PPP, EIDL, and 7a Loans - business.com
Did you know that about 95% of pending lawsuits end in a pre-trial settlement? That's not all. More than 90% of cases that go to trial end in victory for the individual who brought the suit. Find out more interesting legal stats. https://buff.ly/3hbj9wf
If you're considering a personal injury lawsuit, you'll want to know the do's and don'ts of using social media. The wrong post could doom your case. https://buff.ly/2LOabcu
Many personal injury lawyers ensure their services are accessible through the use of contingency fees. These fees are contingent on whether the attorney wins the case and gets you compensation. Find out more how these fees work.
LEGALREADER.COM
How Can I Afford to Pay for a Personal Injury Lawsuit? - Legal Reader
There are plenty of deserving nonprofits in need of an end-of-the-year donation. And there are fake NGOs just eager to bilk you out of your cash. Here's how to tell the naughty from the nice.
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How to Not Fall for a Charity Scam This Holiday Season
GM vehicle owners say their infotainment centers are defective and are suing the automaker to force replacement and a recall.
Honda announced the recall of 1.4 million vehicles in the U.S. for software flaw, fire hazard and more.
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Honda recalls 1.4 million U.S. vehicles for software flaw, fire hazard and more
The Consumer Product Safety Commission approved the first-ever safety recall for a residential elevator because of the danger posed to children. At least eight children have been killed and two seriously injured in home elevator accidents. https://buff.ly/2WNF2Z2
Five Excedrin brands have been recalled due to the failure to meet child-resistant packaging requirements. Take a look at which brands are affected by this recall.
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Five Excedrin brands recalled due to packaging failures, risk of poisoning
Happy Holidays!
Did you know that about 95% of pending lawsuits end in a pre-trial settlement? That's not all. More than 90% of cases that go to trial end in victory for the individual who brought the suit. Find out more interesting legal stats. https://buff.ly/3hbj9wf
If you're considering a personal injury lawsuit, you'll want to know the do's and don'ts of using social media. The wrong post could doom your case. https://buff.ly/2LOabcu
Many personal injury lawyers ensure their services are accessible through the use of contingency fees. These fees are contingent on whether the attorney wins the case and gets you compensation. Find out more how these fees work.
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How Can I Afford to Pay for a Personal Injury Lawsuit? - Legal Reader
Happy New Year!
A New York man who sued Universal Orlando over a water slide accident at Volcano Bay has settled with the theme park company.
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Lawsuit settled between Universal Orlando and man who suffered spinal injury on water ride
A hospitality industry tech company will pay $2.4 million as part of a 27-state lawsuit over a data breach of hotel booking information that exposed 1.3 million cards.
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Tech company agrees to pay $2.4M to settle suit over data breach of hotel booking info
Beware COVID-19 vaccine scams. If someone claims to have the vaccine, it's a scam, the FBI warns.
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Beware of Covid vaccine scams. Here's how to make sure you get a real one
The Consumer Product Safety Commission approved the first-ever safety recall for a residential elevator because of the danger posed to children. At least eight children have been killed and two seriously injured in home elevator accidents. https://buff.ly/2WNF2Z2
Five Excedrin brands have been recalled due to the failure to meet child-resistant packaging requirements. Take a look at which brands are affected by this recall.
FOX13MEMPHIS.COM
Five Excedrin brands recalled due to packaging failures, risk of poisoning
When your medication has been recalled, check with your pharmacist and doctor before making any change. They will be able to let you know the best course of action.
DRUGWATCH.COM
Drug Recall Guide | What to Do If Your Drug Is Recalled
The red onion Salmonella outbreak of 2020 racked up 640 reported cases, with 85 hospitalizations. Consumers are fighting back, filing a lawsuit against Thomson International, Inc., the company they say is to blame for the outreach and the illnesses.
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Salmonella Outbreak Expands: Illnesses and Recall Upsurge as First Lawsuits Filed - Food Poisoning News
Franchise brands have corporate backing, strong operational models and a network of owners who share their brand’s values to help them function as a unit. These benefits are what helped many franchisees survive 2020, according to Forbes Magazine.
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2020 Proved The Strength Of Franchising
When TRESemmé's Keratin Hair Smoothing shampoo resulted in a customer losing hair, that consumer fought back. Now Unilever, which owns the brand, faces a class-action lawsuit for not warning users that an ingredient in the product can cause hair loss.
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Did Consumers Sue Over Alleged Hair Loss Ingredient in TRESemmé Shampoo?
Many businesses have been ruined by data breaches. Here's how to protect your business and customers.
TECHREPUBLIC.COM
Don't let a data breach sink your business: Here's what you need to know
T-Mobile reports its fourth data breach in four years. Hackers accessed customer details such as phone numbers, the number of lines subscribed to an account, and, in some cases, call-related information.
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T-Mobile discloses its fourth data breach in three years | ZDNet
If you're an avid reader who downloads books to a tablet, you might be paying too much for those works of literature. A class-action lawsuit filed against Amazon suggests the prices of ebooks are inflated. https://buff.ly/3srVLja
With so many people opting for take-out and delivery, the safety of our meals has never been more in question. If you wind up in the hospital due to a contaminated meal, you're well within your rights to have the restaurant that served you cover your medical expenses. Read our latest blog for details.
The guardians of a moped driver who was sent into a coma after he crashed while being followed closely by police have filed a federal lawsuit alleging brutality and excessive force.
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Lawsuit Filed on Behalf of Man Injured in Moped Crash
Can you sue for food poisoning? Look what happened to Chipotle. The company will pay a $25 million criminal fine to resolve allegations that its food sickened more than 1,100 people across the U.S. from 2015 to 2018.
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Can you sue if you contract COVID at a restaurant? Here's one take. Just don’t dine out and expect to litigate later.
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Can I Sue a Restaurant for Giving Me Coronavirus?
With states rolling out the COVID-19 vaccine, many employers wonder if they can require employees to get vaccinated. Here's what you need to know.
SHRM.ORG
What Employers Can Do If Workers Refuse a COVID-19 Vaccination
Nestlé announced the recall of 760,000 pounds of Hot Pockets because they might be contaminated with glass and hard plastic.#winstonlawconsumernews
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More Than 760,000 Pounds Of Hot Pockets Are Being Recalled Over Fears They Contain Glass And Plastic
Are you considering filing a personal injury claim? Here are some steps you should consider taking first. #winstonlawlegalnews
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Expert Tips for Filing a Personal Injury Claim
Wedding day bliss turns into a nightmare for an Ocala couple injured on their big day. #winstonlegalnews
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Newlyweds sue Ocala club owner over injury on their wedding day
Employers can play an important role when it comes to educating the public about getting the COVID-19 vaccine. #winstonconsumernews
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Employers Have a Crucial Role to Play in Covid-19 Vaccinations
Home meal kits like Home Chef boomed in 2020. Now Home Chef must pay $450,000 to settle a lawsuit that claims it overcharged subscribers and didn't tell them about automatic recurring payments. Did this happen to you? #winstonconsumernews
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Home Chef to pay $450,000 to settle lawsuit claiming it overcharged subscribers
If you're a business investing in online marketing, there's a chance you're paying too much and it all boils down to ad fraud. In fact, Uber just won its ad fraud lawsuit. Here's how to spot ad fraud.
FORBES.COM
How Marketers Should Sue Vendors For Ad Fraud
If you live in South Florida, you'll want to be aware of this recent COVID-19 scam alert from the U.S. Department of Justice. The scams are linked to the most recent government Economic Interest Payment. #winstonconsumernews
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South Florida U.S. Attorney’s Office and IRS-CI Warn Taxpayers about New Wave of COVID-19 Scams as Second Round of Economic Impact Payments are Delivered
Florida businesses may soon be protected from coronavirus lawsuits if they made a good effort to follow state guidelines to prevent the spread of the virus under proposed legislation. Take a look. https://buff.ly/3oojugS
If you or someone you know was injured or even killed by a product defect, a product liability lawsuit can be essential for compensating for loss and injury. Plus, these lawsuits force manufacturers to improve product safety for others.
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Product Liability Lawsuits: Making Products Safer Benefits Consumers
Bullying in school is serious and now the courts are allowing parents to fight back. The parents of an Ohio student who killed himself over repeated bullying are suing the school district for negligence and failing to address the situation..
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Court: Parents of child who killed himself can sue educators
Air bags recalls have proven costly. Arizona reached a $5-million settlement to help Arizona consumers who were not properly informed of air bag issues by Honda. Two Arizona drivers died due to malfunctioning Takata air bags.
CBSNEWS.COM
Honda to pay $96.5 million in Takata airbag settlement
Air bags remain a major issue for automakers. Ford ordered the recall of 3 million vehicles that have Takata air bags.
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Recall alert: Ford ordered to recall 3 million vehicles for air bag issues
A class-action lawsuit filed against General Motors claims the front passenger airbags in the 2010 and 2011 model year Chevy Camaro switches off even when an adult is in the passenger seat. https://buff.ly/2NJY1Cs
Pet owners take the care of their pets seriously. Now consumers have filed a class-action lawsuit against Midwestern Pet Food for causing their dogs to get seriously ill or die. About 110 dogs have died allegedly from eating Midwestern pet food. https://buff.ly/2YuozcW
The FDA announced the voluntary recall of Dole Fresh Vegetable's Endless Summer Salad Kit due to allergens such as fish and egg being undeclared in the product.
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Voluntary Recall of Dole Fresh Vegetable’s Endless Summer Salad Kit - Food Poisoning News
If you were affected by Robinhood's decision to halt trading on GameStop stock, you can join the class-action lawsuit by signing up on . https://buff.ly/2YDV5K5
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The GameStop situation is now in court. A Robinhood customer filed a class-action lawsuit against the stock-trading app after the company barred traders from buying shares of GameStop. The complaint says Robinhood rigged the market against its customers.
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Class-action lawsuit filed against Robinhood following outrage over GameStop stock restriction
If you're considering pursuing a personal injury lawsuit, read our blog for the legal steps you'll likely encounter. Knowing this ahead of time will prepare you for what's to come, making the process smoother.
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Learn the steps to a personal injury lawsuit
The parents of a middle school wrestler sued the school district after their son was was injured, traumatized, and abused during practice. The school district settled the case for $125,000.
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Minerva Schools Settles Wrestling Injury Lawsuit for $125K - Legal Reader
Teen who lost his toe mowing a homeowner's lawn received a $250,000 settlement. The teen said the homeowner failed to properly train him on the use of the lawn mower.
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Teen Who Lost Toe in Lawn Mower Accident Settles for $250K | The Legal Intelligencer
Employers, the best protection from a workplace COVID-19 lawsuit is limiting exposure and ensuring workers' safety. Here's a good list of steps to take to prevent injury-related lawsuits.
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Take these steps to avoid COVID-19 personal injury lawsuits
If your hospital records are compromised in a data breach, what options do you have? Sue. A California hospital and a vendor face some 20 lawsuits because of a hack that exposed patient records.
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Patient Sues Rady Children’s Hospital Over Blackbaud Data Breach
There are plenty of reasons why you shouldn't be reluctant to hire an attorney. Here are a just a few points to consider.
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Top Ten Reasons to Hire a Lawyer - FindLaw
What have you got to lose in court? Potentially, a lot. There are many assets that are fair game in a lawsuit. Pony up? Well, not so fast. There are plenty of ways to protect yourself.
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What Exactly Can Be Taken From You In A Lawsuit?
What should you do if your accident claim exceeds insurance limits?
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When your car accident claim exceeds insurance policy limits
Bold tax scammers are back. Beware of calls, emails, or even text messages from people claiming to be from the IRS. Know this: the IRS would never text, email or use social media to get your attention. https://buff.ly/3tprj9Q
U.S. Customs and Border Protection warn of a new scam: calls from people posing as U.S. Border Patrol agents and U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers. The callers play a pre-recorded message stating, “a box of drugs and money being shipped has your name on it and it has been intercepted.” Calls are aimed at scaring people into handing over their bank account information.
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CBP Warns Residents of Phone Scam from Callers Impersonating CBP Officers/Agents
Sometimes words are costly. A Palm Beach County supermarket paid $20,000 in back pay to a woman who said she was suddenly replaced with someone 20 years younger after being told “Old lady, what is it that you are looking for here . . . it’s time for you to rest.” https://buff.ly/3aEHisc
Avoiding a workplace lawsuit might be as simple as providing protections for employees. Case in point: A migrant farmworker wins increased COVID-19 protections for her and her colleagues after filing a lawsuit against her employer.
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Migrant Farm Worker Wins Increased COVID-19 Protections for Workplace Following Lawsuit | Whistleblower Network News
Florida will receive $40 million as part of a $573 million settlement between McKinsey & Company and dozens of states because of the global consulting giant’s role in the opioid epidemic. https://buff.ly/3tvM1VH
Hiring an attorney is a big step, and it’s often a scary one. Our latest blog offers insight into why hiring an attorney is often the best option instead of going it alone or not pursuing legal action at all.
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Reasons why you need an attorney
Your information was exposed in data breach. Can you sue? Yes. Should you sue? That's where you need to determine the strength of your case. Class-action lawsuits have had some great success.
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Data Breach of Personal Information - Is a Lawsuit an Option? - HG.org
A group of homeowners on Fisher Island are suing the master association that oversees the wealthy enclave. They say some of their neighbors are paying less than their fair share of dues. https://buff.ly/3qsVJq0
With hacks on the rise, worker safety an issue, and tenant/landlord contracts at the forefront of may people's minds, here are some legal tips designed to guide the small business owner through challenging times. #winstonlaw
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Small Business Legal Advice: 10 Basics for Business Owners | Accion
If you've filed a personal injury lawsuit or are considering one, here's how you can help your attorney do the best job possible. https://buff.ly/2WCfFe6
Baby food manufacturers face a growing number of class-action lawsuits because of an inordinate amount of heavy metals found in products. Parents read this before buying prepared baby food.
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Wave of New Class-Action Lawsuits Against Baby Food Manufacturers
When a Playstation interferes with the quality playing you know people are going to get angry. Now a lawsuit highlights the issues affecting many users. Are you one of them?
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PlayStation 5 DualSense drift lawsuit filed in court
The operator of a Miami restaurant has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to rule on business interruption insurance. The fate of thousands of claims weigh heavily on the outcome of the top court's decision to take the case.
RESTAURANTBUSINESSONLINE.COM
Question of restaurants' business-interruption coverage moves to U.S. Supreme Court
Auto rates have gone up even though driving has dropped. In Nevada, the state filed a class-action lawsuit against auto insurers for gauging customers. You have to wonder if other states will follow. #winstonconsumernews
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Lawsuits filed against auto insurers over rates in pandemic
A restaurant won its lawsuit against its insurer over failing to cover losses due to COVID-19 issues. Could this mark an opening for other businesses fighting similar legal battles?
BUSINESSINSURANCE.COM
Restaurant wins COVID-19 coverage ruling - Business Insurance
Uber drivers, Amazon drivers and now Chipotle employees are suing for unpaid wages.
MONEY.CNN.COM
Nearly 10,000 workers sue Chipotle for unpaid wages
Have you been injured by a product that didn't work? You might consider a defective products claim, especially to cover the cost of medical bills. https://buff.ly/3dNlL3G
When you're excited to buy a car you've found for sale online, it's easy to forget common sense rules that will help you avoid getting scammed. #winstonconumernews https://buff.ly/3q20WUF
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How to avoid falling victim to South Florida’s online car sales scams
The pandemic caused a serious problem, lower credit scores. Check yours for anomalies and know you can get them corrected. A credit expert and an attorney can help set the record straight.
BUSINESSINSIDER.COM
Credit reporting errors have soared this past year. Here's how to find a mistake that could cost you money.
It's tax time and that means scammers are eager for a piece of your pie. Here's how to protect your identity and your finances. #winstonconsumernews
NBCNEWS.COM
Scammers want your tax return. Here are two easy ways to stop them.
Before you fire off an angry review about bad service, know that what you write online can and will be used against you. Many consumers have been sued by businesses for reviews that have gone too far.
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Can you get sued over a negative Yelp review? Here's what you need to know
A Canadian dental clinic is suing one of its patients for defamation, alleging she falsely accused staff of using dirty instruments in an online review that ramped up fears of COVID-19. Reviewers beware what you write in reviews.
WINNIPEGFREEPRESS.COM
City dental clinic sues over online review
The family of an 11-year-old Texas boy who died during power outages while Texas endured a freezing winter storm is suing Entergy Texas and operator of the state’s power grid for a total of $100 million.
TEXASTRIBUNE.ORG
A family is suing Texas’ power grid operator after their son died from suspected hypothermia. But ERCOT may be shielded from lawsuits.
If you have this Quaker Oats product in your kitchen, toss it out. Quaker Rice Crisps are being recalled due to the possible presence of an undeclared allergen in the products.https://buff.ly/3qwJBTY
We're excited to announce that Bradley Winston has been named to Florida's Legal Elite by Florida Trend Magazine. The honor comes after an extensive voting process by members of the Florida Bar Association. https://buff.ly/3kQsfjN
A class-action lawsuit filed against 10 auto insurance companies by Nevada for price gouging is likely to grow. State officials nationwide are watching this closely and so are consumers. Do you deserve a refund?
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10 major auto insurance companies charged excessive premiums during pandemic, Nevada lawsuits contend
Were you injured in a slip and fall accident that could have been someone else's fault? Here are some steps you need to take to make a claim. Your success hinges, in part, on gathering information quickly and working with an attorney to help you through the process.
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Tips for Handling a Slip and Fall Injury Claim
If you're an employee who receives tips, follow these steps to ensure you receive what you're owed. https://buff.ly/3kuDGxv
There's no shortage of attorneys who are more than willing to take your business. Here's our practical guide to finding the right attorney.
WINSTONLAW.COM
Choosing the Right Personal Injury Lawyer
Ask these six crucial questions to find the right car accident attorney to represent you.
LEGALREADER.COM
6 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Car Accident Lawyer - Legal Reader
While a long legal battle is not what anyone wants, especially while mourning the death of a loved one, filing a wrongful death claim doesn't have to be daunting or out of reach.
LEGALREADER.COM
6 Steps to Take to File a Wrongful Death Claim - Legal Reader
The Florida House passed sweeping protections for businesses, governments and schools from coronavirus-related lawsuits. If the bill is approved, it could make it difficult to win a lawsuit over COVID-19-related issues. https://buff.ly/3bwXf5l
There are some basic legal tips we should all know. Beyond legal advice, these are basic rules we should all live by to create a secure environment for ourselves and the people we love. Find out what they are in this week's blog.
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Basic Legal Tips We Should All Follow
If you receive an unfamiliar tax form in the mail, there's a good chance you're a target of an unemployment scam.
NBCNEWS.COM
Got an unfamiliar tax form in the mail? You could be the target of an unemployment scam.
Peloton owners beware. The company's CEO is warning parents to keep their children away from treadmills due to the death of child. In a separate incident, a 3-year-old suffered head injuries after getting trapped under a Peloton treadmill. Here's the latest.
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Peloton: Child killed in 'tragic' treadmill accident
A Florida driver and passenger injured by an exploding Takata airbag inflator are suing Mercedes-Benz USA, making it the first lawsuit against the automaker over faulty airbags.
NEWS.BLOOMBERGLAW.COM
Mercedes-Benz Sued Over Exploding Takata Airbag in Florida (2)
Restaurant workers in Tennessee are celebrating a $628,000 lawsuit settlement over alleged wage theft. Similar cases filed against companies, both big and small, prove that employees do fight back.
TENNESSEAN.COM
Nashville restaurant workers awarded $628K in wage theft lawsuit settlements
A woman struck by a foul ball at a Chicago Cubs game has been given the go-head to sue MLB.
ESPN.COM
Court: Lawsuit over foul ball injury can proceed
About 20% of 10-18-year-olds report being the victim of cyber-bullying. So what can you do when the perpetrators claim the First Amendment right to free speech? Here's an overview that might help.
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Cyber Harassment, Free Speech, and the Law - Legal Reader
Two U.S. fashion bloggers are facing a $600M defamation lawsuit filed by Dolce & Gabbana. The company says the bloggers reposted anti-Asian comments attributed to one of the designers that led to a boycott. Bloggers and influencer beware what your write.
LEGALREADER.COM
Dolce & Gabbana Sues U.S. Bloggers Over Defamation Allegations - Legal Reader
Florida's PIP insurance is on the table and could get repealed.
FLORIDAPOLITICS.COM
House subcommittee advances proposal to repeal Florida no-fault law
The NHTSA has 27 investigations into crashes of Tesla vehicles including several suspected of being in autopilot mode. Tesla's autopilot system has been the source of several lawsuits against the automaker.
INSURANCEJOURNAL.COM
Safety Agency Has 23 Active Tesla Crash Investigations
Mediation might be the answer to the deluge of business interruption insurance claims, getting some of these cases to reach satisfactory resolution. https://buff.ly/3cXDC5Z
The Florida Legislature is poised to pass a bill that protects businesses from COVID-19 lawsuits. https://buff.ly/3c56iL6
A California family wins a $40M lawsuit against a skydiving facility after their son died in his first jump along with his instructor. Records show at least 20 people died at the same skydiving facility since it opened in 1981.
FOX40.COM
Family wins $40M lawsuit against Lodi skydiving facility after son’s death
If someone calls claiming to be from the West Palm Beach Police Department and asks for money, hang up. It's the latest scam making the rounds in South Florida.
CBS12.COM
Scammers imitating West Palm Beach Police with fake number asking for cash
