Road rash is a friction burn that happens when an individual’s skin scrapes against concrete, pavement, or gravel, causing injury. An individual injured in a pedestrian, bicycle, or motorcycle accident may suffer road rash in addition to other injuries. If an accident throws you out of your car, for example, you will likely suffer road […]
Are Talcum Powder Makers Responsible for Ovarian Cancer Cases? Recently, a U.S. District Court Judge ruled that expert testimony on the link between ovarian cancer and talcum powder use is admissible in an upcoming multi-district litigation (MDL) trial in New Jersey. The ruling is profoundly significant because the defendant in the MDL, personal care giant […]
Are Sanofi and Generic Drug Manufacturers Responsible for Zantac-Related Cancer Cases? Recently, Valisure found that ranitidine contained Nitrosodimethylamine, or NDMA, a carcinogen. Zantac and several other drugs used for heartburn contain ranitidine. Valisure notified the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of its findings in June 2019, then filed a detailed petition with the FDA […]
In addition to the known hazards of construction work, individuals in the industry must also protect themselves from hidden dangers, such as lead paint and asbestos. Because the use of lead and asbestos was prohibited in most building materials in 1978, it is not likely that these harmful materials are used in the construction of […]
Our firm is currently handling multiple cases regarding the tragic deaths of residents at Canterbury Rehabilitation and Healthcare as a result of Coronavirus or COVID-19. We are investigating to see whether certain guidelines were followed and institutional standards met at Canterbury in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Every nursing home including Canterbury has […]
Driver distractions existed long before the advent of personal electronic devices. However, the development of technology has only enhanced the problem. Recently, smartwatches have become the latest digital device destined to become a dangerous distraction for drivers. While smartwatches may not divert a driver’s attention to the same degree as a smartphone, nonetheless, they […]
On March 10, 2020, Gov. Ralph Northam signed a bill banning the use of a handheld personal communication device while driving a motor vehicle. The law is set to take effect on January 1, 2021, and applies to most Virginia drivers. Continue reading for information regarding the new law. Overview of the New Cell […]
COVID-19 Update: March 19, 2020 Like all of you, we at Emroch & Kilduff are working hard to better understand the implications for our community and our associates during this unprecedented time surrounding COVID-19. We have taken steps to implement a plan to maintain communications with our clients and other associates while keeping our staff […]
People often use the term “reckless” to refer to a driver’s irresponsible behavior behind the wheel. You have likely witnessed countless instances of reckless driving. Perhaps you’ve seen drivers swerve from one lane to another without signaling or seemingly even looking where they were going. Or maybe you’ve seen cars hastily merge onto the highway […]
Did you know that almost 70 percent of the United State’s resources are transported by truck at some point during distribution? Over 5 percent of the nation’s full-time jobs are related to the trucking industry. Thousands of large, commercial vehicles pass through Virginia each year. While the majority of commercial trucks manage to safely deliver […]
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