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The parties seen as the architects of the ongoing opioid crisis may be about to face a reckoning. However, the outcome for the individuals most affected by the epidemic remains uncertain. The opioid crisis has been on everyone’s lips for years. The disastrous effects of this deadly epidemic and the toll it took on American

Facing lawsuits from more than 18,000 plaintiffs, Bayer may be ready for a settlement but new allegations cast further doubt over Monsanto’s honesty and reinforce concerns about Roundup’s safety. In April, we reported on a multimillion-dollar jury verdict in a groundbreaking case involving Roundup, a popular chemical weed killer produced by the Monsanto Company. The

Read our blog to learn what insights can be gained from the recent preliminary report on Kentucky highway fatalities in 2018. When it comes to car crash deaths, any number higher than zero is unacceptable for the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety (KOHS), according to the Office’s spokeswoman, Erin Egger. However, a recently-released, preliminary report

A recent multimillion-dollar jury verdict sheds new light on the controversy surrounding Monsanto’s flagship product. Read on to find out what it can mean for those who have suffered similar injuries due to Roundup exposure.   After a month-long trial, a jury in California awarded Edwin Hardeman $80 million in damages in relation to his

In the second part of our primer on PTSD, we explain what some common symptoms of the disorder are and how a PTSD claim can be successfully proven in the courtroom. In our previous article in this two-part primer, we noted that millions of Americans suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder every year. We also explained

Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, affects millions of Americans every year. In this two-part article, we will explore the psychological aspects of this disorder, as well as legal insight for those who suffered PTSD following an accident caused by someone else’s negligent or reckless behavior.   It is estimated that up to 70% of all

Backup cameras are now mandatory for all new cars. In this article, we review the benefits of this simple yet effective safety measure – as well as the dangers of putting too much trust in them.   In compliance with a recent National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) requirement, as of May this year, all

In this article, we discuss how multiple-car accidents happen and what rules are used to resolve the issues of fault and liability in such accidents in both Tennessee and Kentucky   On December 1st, 2011, Hendersonville, TN – the fourth-largest city in the Nashville metropolitan area – became the scene of one of the biggest

Aggressive driving is a significant factor in a striking number of fatal motor vehicle accidents. In this article, we analyze ways to successfully get out of dangerous road-rage scenarios.   The fact that speeding is the most common factor leading to fatal motor vehicle crashes may be disturbing but it’s probably not that surprising. Bad

With temperatures in the 80 F range, a refreshing swim in the backyard pool is a typical summer activity for families throughout the states of Kentucky and Tennessee. Here’s what you should do to keep your swimming pool safe for your family through the rest of the summer – and beyond. Swimming and watersports are