Posted in News on April 18, 2014
A products liability lawsuit has been filed by a man who claims that a table saw he was using was sold to him in a defective state, causing him to suffer serious injuries when he used it. The claim was filed against the designers, makers and marketers of the table saw, three companies called Ryobi… read more
Car accident lands two in hospitalPosted in News on April 11, 2014
Montana residents may find it interesting to learn that a recent collision involving two vehicles has resulted in serious injuries to the occupants of one of the vehicles involved in the crash. According to authorities, the car and dump truck collision occurred at the intersection of Baxter Lane and Love Lane. According to officials affiliated… read more
Tips for Montana patients to prevent medical errorsPosted in News on April 4, 2014
Montana residents may find it interesting to learn that, according to a report by Patient Safety America, an organization that educates patients about potential risks they may find themselves facing in hospitals and medical institutions, an estimated 440,000 people annually lose their life as a direct result of medical errors in hospitals in the United… read more
Toyota settles criminal case, civil lawsuits still pendingPosted in News on March 28, 2014
Toyota owners in Montana may be familiar with litigation surrounding the sudden acceleration of some Toyota cars which have resulted in serious injuries and even death. Our readers may find it interesting to learn that the car marker recently settled a criminal fraud case that was brought forward against it by the U.S. government. The… read more
Reasons for medical malpractice lawsuitsPosted in News on March 21, 2014
Most people rely on their primary care physicians, or specialists if necessary, to make the best possible health care decisions under the given circumstance. Patients entrust their specialists with life. Sadly, it is not uncommon for doctors such as heart specialists to make medical mistakes or errors. Montana residents may find it interesting to know… read more
GM recalls vehicles due to defective ignition switchPosted in News on March 14, 2014
In a recent news release General Motors announced a recall of some of its small vehicles. The recall pertained to a defective ignition switch in some of GM’s small cars. GM had previously issued this recall, but this latest announcement nearly doubled the number of affected vehicles, from a little over 600,000 to nearly 1.4… read more
Fisher Price toddler toy may be an unsafe toyPosted in News on March 7, 2014
Colorful, musical battery operated toys provide parents an opportunity to introduce their child to fun ways of learning and exploring. Montana residents may find it interesting and potentially alarming to learn that a popular children’s toy has been the center of controversy over safety issues when the toy is operated. The toy in question is… read more
Woman sues orthopedic device company alleging faulty productPosted in News on February 28, 2014
As people in Montana age, bone density changes, and for many hip and knee replacement may become necessary. Today, such replacement surgery is a routine surgical procedure, and various orthopedic devices are used. In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration is in charge of ensuring the safety of medical and surgical products. In… read more
Software at Montana clinic may help reduce medical malpracticePosted in News on February 20, 2014
In today’s technologically driven world, most people and businesses use some kind of hardware and software to stay connected, competitive and efficient. Many hospitals and clinics are availing of the advances in technology to make clinical practice more effective and safe for patients. Montana residents may find it interesting to learn, according to recent reports,… read more
Pharmaceutical company Merck settles product liability lawsuitsPosted in News on February 14, 2014
Women across the U.S. use various forms of birth control daily and considering that most forms of birth control are typically prescribed by physicians, consumers assume that such drugs are fairly safe and approved for use by the Food and Drug Administration. Sometimes despite FDA approval, based on negative outcomes, drugs are recalled for safety… read more