Recent Posts in Product Liability Category
Posted on Dec 28, 2012 By Berglund & Johnson
By now, you've probably learned how to ski, but do you know which ski equipment is safest to use? It is very important to take the time to choose equipment that is safe and comfortable for you. ...
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Posted on Dec 21, 2012 By Berglund & Johnson
Imagine that you are on vacation, and you decide to grab a drink at the hotel pool and settle in the hot tub. You do this several times throughout your stay and begin to start feeling weak. It gets ...
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Posted on Aug 1, 2012 By Berglund & Johnson
Last year, a 3-year-old boy died of head injuries from a roller coaster in Illinois. He managed to get underneath the safety bar and slip out of the ride while it was in motion. What steps can be ...
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Posted on Jun 1, 2011 By Berglund & Johnson
A branch of the World Health Organization, The International Agency for Research on Cancer has officially linked cellphone usage with being "possibly carcinogenic." It only points out the ...
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Posted on May 3, 2011 By Berglund & Johnson
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Organization (OSHA), work-related accidents and illnesses claim over two million lives every year. Over 250 million accidents in the workplace cause ...
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Posted on Apr 28, 2011 By Berglund & Johnson
Over 50 years ago in 1959, a small private single engine plane took off from Clear Lake, Iowa shortly after 1 a.m. bound for Fargo, N.D. It did not get far. A cold northeasterly wind gave way to heavy ...
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Posted on Mar 31, 2011 By Berglund & Johnson
A growing number of boating deaths caused by carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning prompted the National Park Service to investigate CO exposures from generators and propulsion engines on houseboats. Studies ...
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Posted on Mar 30, 2011 By Berglund & Johnson
When a person is injured on the job, workers' compensation insurance often provides come coverage for medical and other expenses. However, for serious injuries, workers' compensation benefits ...
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Posted on Mar 24, 2011 By Berglund & Johnson
Bunk beds are one furniture purchase the whole family usually agrees on. Parents love their space-saver convenience; kids love their versatility as a fort, pirate ship or tent. However, their ...
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Posted on Mar 16, 2011 By Berglund & Johnson
As many as 5 people were killed in a recent airplane crash today at Long Beach Airport. Click here to read more about the accident.
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Posted on Mar 14, 2011 By Berglund & Johnson
Nothing beats that new car smell. However, before you revel in the smell and feel of your new ride, there are many things to consdier before buying a car. With more options to choose from, it's ...
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Posted on Mar 8, 2011 By Berglund & Johnson
Airplane crashes are the most unfathomable of disasters, causing trauma to survivors and devastation to families who have lost a loved one. At Berglund & Johnson, we've represented victims of ...
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Posted on Feb 28, 2011 By Berglund & Johnson
It's happened to most of us-- we are driving along when we feel unexpected thumping, signaling a flat tire. It may be frightening at first, but often we maintain control of the car and pull safely ...
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Posted on Feb 24, 2011 By Berglund & Johnson
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. voluntarily recalled their ASR TM XL Acetabular System and DePuy ASR TM Hip Resurfacing System. These systems are used for hip replacement surgeries and for those who need ...
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Posted on Dec 22, 2010 By Berglund & Johnson
During the holiday season, more potential products liability cases are likely to arise. Studies show that most recalls not including food products are associated with toys and children's ...
Continue reading "Consumer Products Liability: 'Tis the Season!" »