FDA Recalls Breast Implants Which Are Linked To A Rare Cancer
The Food & Drug Administration has recalled, textured breast implants that were made by Allergan. The FDA also announced that the implants will be recalled globally. The Allergan devices were banned in Europe late last year. The disease…
TODDLER FOUND DEAD IN DAYCARE PRE-SCHOOL VAN
Another tragedy in South Florida. On Monday, July 29, 2019, a two year old boy was found dead after being left in a van outside of a daycare center. The toddler had been picked up by the van from Ceressa’s Daycare and Pre-School in Oakland…
FEDERAL JUDGE – CALLS HEALTH INSURANCE CARRIER IMMORAL AND BARBARIC FOR DENYING TREATMENT
On April 29, 2019, United States District Judge Robert N. Scola, Jr., entered an Order of Recusal in the case of Richard Cole, on behalf of himself, and all other similarly situated vs. United Healthcare Ins., Co. The Judge had been presiding…
Florida to Outlaw all forms of Distracted Driving?
A bill unanimously approved by a state committee on Wednesday, March 6th 2019 may outlaw all forms of distracted driving such as holding a cell phone, applying makeup, reading, or any other activities deemed distracting. This bill was created…
Top 5 Mass Torts of 2018
As we head into 2019, I thought it would be interesting to look back at the Top Five Mass Torts of 2018. The first question you may have is what is a mass tort? A mass tort is a civil action involving numerous plaintiffs against one or a…
Patients May Have Been Exposed To Diseases At Miramar Orthodontic Clinic
Last week, Nova Southeastern University sent a letter to 1152 patients who may have been exposed to HIV, hepatitis B and hepatitis C, at one of its 12 dental facilities. The orthodontic clinic is located at 3200 South University Drive in Miramar,…
Are Safety Measures Helping Decrease Accidents on I-95 in Miami-Dade?
Drivers in the Miami-Dade County area have likely noticed that new poles were installed on Interstate 95 to separate express lanes from general use lanes. The poles were installed two years ago in an attempt to make the highway safer, and preliminary…
Infrastructure, Safety, and Potholes Make Miami Among Worst Cities for Drivers
Potholes may seem like only a minor nuisance for drivers. However, a recent study conducted by the American Automobile Association estimates that potholes are responsible for about $3 Billion worth of automobile damage per year across the country. …
E.coli Outbreaks at Publix in Florida
On September 19, Cargill Meat Solutions announced a recall of 132,606 pounds of beef. This recalled product, which consisted of 3-pound, 10-pound and 20-pound chubs of beef produced June 21, had been sent to companies such as Certified Angus…
Legal Ramifications of the Miami Bridge Collapse
“It will last a hundred years,” they said. They said the bridge was constructed as an “engineering feat” and a “model for the future with safety at the forefront.” But, five days after it was installed using the innovative methods…