Court: Tennessee Family Can Sue Amazon for Hoverboard Fire that Burned Down House
Amazon sent out e-mails warning customers that hoverboards could be dangerous but never said they were at risk of blowing up and catching fire.
Disney Recalls Forky Toy from Toy Story 4 Over Choking Hazard Concerns
Earlier this week, Disney decided to recall a popular plush toy, Forky, from the new Toy Story 4 movie amid choking hazard concerns.
Research Suggests Meth Overdoses Linked to Opioid Dependence
Deaths from meth use are up and researchers blame the opioid crisis.
Kratom is Dangerous and Addictive, FDA Says
Kratom is unsafe and can lead to addiction, the Food and Drug Administration warns.
University of Michigan Loses FOIA Battle for Papers of Anti-Immigration Advocate John Tanton
Tanton had donated his papers to the univesity, under the condition they not be publicized until 2035.
Appeals Court Rules Against Amazon in Product Liability Lawsuit
Amazon has been blamed for third-party product failures and injuries before–but this is the first time a court has held the company accountable for its vendors.
Oklahoma’s Case Against Johnson & Johnson Moves into Defense Phase
Oklahoma’s case against J&J claiming the company was the “kingpin” in the opioid crisis moves into the defense phase.
Georgia’s New Abortion Law Outrages Some Doctors, Civil Rights Groups
Georgia faces lawsuit from civil rights group over new abortion law.
Student Set on Fire During Chemistry Experiment Awarded $60M in Damages
A NYC student was recently awarded $60 million in damages after he was set on fire during a chemistry experiment.
Lawsuit Involving Death of Springville Student Settles for $450K
A settlement was recently agreed to, ending a suit involving the 2016 death of a Springville student.