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    • FAQs: Mass Arbitration vs. Class Action Lawsuits

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    • Wells Fargo Loses Arbitration Bids in Overdraft MDL Suits

      On Monday, a Florida federal judge held that Wells Fargo cannot force unnamed class members into arbitration in five MDLs in which the institution has been accused of charging overdraft fees in a ...

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    • Sunoco Rewards Card Class Action Approved

      U.S. District Judge Paul S. Diamond. Of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, has denied Sunoco’s request to compel arbitration in a proposed class action lawsuit alleging false advertising of the ...

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    • Why You Need a Personal Injury Lawyer After a Hit and Run Accident

      You Don't Have to Deal with This Alone Imagine being out on the road, driving safely and cautiously. Suddenly, you feel a jolt and hear the sound of your car slamming into another vehicle. As you ...

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    • Proving Liability in a Car Accident

      What Does It Mean to Be Liable? You may have heard the term “legal liability” in reference to a car accident and other personal injury cases. The concept of liability refers to who is responsible for ...

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    • Does Your Street Insurance Cover You at the Track?

      Like many driving enthusiasts, plaintiff Eric Suber enjoys track day. It is a thrill to take your own car onto a closed track and practice driving maneuvers learned from professional instructors, ...

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    • Defective Bicycle Lawsuits: Who Can You Sue?

      Bicyclists need to be aware of their surroundings at all time to stay out of danger and reduce the chances of getting into a serious accident. When near streets, they have to watch for distracted ...

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    • Birth Injuries May Increase Between July & October

      How Often Do Birth Injuries Happen? July through October is the busiest period of the year for births. August sees the most deliveries overall, while the ten days between September 9 th and 20 th ...

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    • Common Signs of Birth Injuries New Parents Should Look For

      When an infant suffers an injury or disability before, during, or shortly after being born, it is called a birth injury. Obviously, newborns cannot tell others if they are experiencing any sort of ...

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    • Economic & Noneconomic Damages in Birth Injury Claims

      Learning that your child has been born with a birth injury due to a doctor’s mistake seems truly unthinkable, yet it happens to tens of thousands of parents in America each year. Oftentimes, the shock ...

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    • Recovering Damages for Brain Injuries

      When to Seek Legal Representation After an Accident Have you or a loved one suffered a traumatic brain injury due to an accident? If so, seeking legal representation is crucial to help you recover the ...

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    • New Study Suggests Brain Injuries Increase Lifetime Risk of Stroke

      Researchers from the University of Birmingham’s Institute of Applied Research have found further evidence that traumatic brain injury (TBI) can increase the victim’s risk of a stroke, possibly for the ...

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    • How Traumatic Brain Injuries are Diagnosed

      It can be a great challenge to successfully diagnose a traumatic brain injury ( TBI ). In many cases, a brain injury might only manifest symptoms that mimic a germ-borne illness, like nausea or ...

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    • The Importance of Business Interruption Insurance

      What Is Business Interruption Insurance? Business interruption insurance (or business income insurance) is a type of coverage designed to help minimize losses associated with a disruption to your ...

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    • University of Pennsylvania Develops COVID Business Interruption Claim Tracker

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    • COVID-19 Business Interruption Claims Gain Widespread Approval in Europe

      In recent weeks, small businesses across Europe have seen an uptick in approved business interruption claims filed due to COVID-19 shutdowns. With people being forced to stay in their own homes to ...

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    • J&J Talc Bankruptcy Case Tossed by Federal Appellate Court

      Johnson & Johnson (J&J) attempted to evade paying billions of dollars to talc powder cancer plaintiffs by activating the “Texas Two-Step” by filing for bankruptcy. However, a unanimous three-judge ...

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    • Popular Deodorant Brands Recalled for Benzene Cancer Risks

      Multiple popular deodorant brands have been targeted by a voluntary recall from Procter & Gamble Co. According to the company, some of its Old Spice® and Secret® brand deodorants could contain ...

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    • Cancer or Something Else? How Early Symptoms Can Be Misdiagnosed

      The sooner a patient’s cancer is detected, the better their chances of fighting it before it causes widespread harm. Unfortunately, detecting cancer early can be difficult due to early symptoms often ...

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    • Chemical Hair Straighteners Linked to Higher Risk of Uterine Cancer

      According to a large study from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), many chemical hair straightener products have been linked to a higher risk of uterine cancer. Researchers are especially ...

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    • President Biden Signs PACT Act into Law, Benefitting Veterans

      President Joe Biden has recently signed the PACT Act into law. Officially called the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act, the PACT Act ...

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    • Health Effects of Chemical Exposure

      Health Effects of Chemical Exposure People come into contact with chemicals every day, such as household cleaners, pesticides, pollution emissions, and car exhausts. While exposure to certain ...

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    • Fees Secretly Added to Car Lease Buyouts in Pennsylvania & Beyond

      If you’re thinking about using a lease buyout option to buy a car that you have been leasing, you might want to think twice. At least, review the lease agreement twice with an attorney’s help. ...

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    • State Auto Mutual Insurance Company Must Face Breach of Contract & Fraud Claims

      State Automobile Mutual Insurance Company (State Auto) must face a class action lawsuit brought by policyholders who claim they and their brokers were tricked into buying "phantom insurance" coverage. ...

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    • FAQs: Mass Arbitration vs. Class Action Lawsuits

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    • Understanding the Taylor Swift Ticketmaster Class Action Lawsuit

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    • Does Tylenol Heighten the Risk of Autism?

      You probably have trusted Tylenol as a reasonably safe painkiller for most of your life. The warnings typically mention heart issues and various side effects that can come from overuse, but nothing ...

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    • Potentially Illegal Auto-Renew Subscriptions

      Automatic Renewal Laws Vary by State Many states have laws on the books protecting businesses and consumers from predatory automatic renewal subscription models. Many of these laws require certain ...

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    • University of Pennsylvania Develops COVID Business Interruption Claim Tracker

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    • COVID-19 Business Interruption Claims Gain Widespread Approval in Europe

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    • Business Interruption Insurance Claims During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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    • Walmart Sued for Allegedly Filling Invalid Opioid Prescriptions

      Walmart must decide how it will handle a class action filed against it late last month (January 2021) that alleges it knowingly filled countless invalid opioid prescriptions. The plaintiff class in ...

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    • Elmiron Linked to Vision Loss, Lawsuits Forming

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    • Bill to Require Doctors to Report Medical Hazards

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    • Woman's Family Recovers $72 Million in Lawsuit Against Johnson & Johnson

      According to an article published by Bloomberg Business, Johnson & Johnson is being held responsible to pay $72 million to family members of a woman who experienced fatal injuries after using the ...

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    • Shields Health Care Group Data Breach Alert

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    • Pennsylvania Data Breach Case Survives Motion to Dismiss

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    • Facebook Data Leak Could Affect More Than Half-a-Billion Users

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    • Wells Fargo to Remediate Customers for Collateral Protection Insurance Policies

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    • Wells Fargo Still Fighting the Overdraft Case - Don't They Have Enough Problems!

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    • FDA Recalls Moor Herbs Baby Formula

      Golomb Legal. and our blog help keep you up to date on recent product recalls that could affect you and your family. In this post, we are looking at the recent Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ...

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    • U.S. Supreme Court Denies J&J Appeal of $2B Award in Talc Powder Lawsuit

      The United States Supreme Court recently rejected an appeal filed by Johnson & Johnson (J&J) to dismiss a historic $2.1 billion award the company was ordered to pay to a set of plaintiffs that alleged ...

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    • Elmiron Linked to Vision Loss, Lawsuits Forming

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  • FAQ
    • Can You Sue a Hospital for Emergency Room Mistakes?

      In the average emergency room and at any given hour, the scene is hectic. Patients are rolled in sometimes without any notice to the practicing doctors, nurses, and surgeons, and often in harrowing ...

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    • Why is Medical Malpractice Legally Difficult to Prove?

      Medical malpractice is often broadly defined as harm caused by a doctor’s mistake. However, this definition is simplified too much to be useful in legal contexts and courtrooms. The truth is medical ...

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    • I Signed a Medical Waiver – Can I Still Sue My Doctor?

      Before undergoing most medical procedures, you will be required to sign a waiver before your doctor and their medical team will continue with your treatment. Most people do not read such waivers ...

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    • Street Insurance at the Track Case: Update

      A few months ago, we shared in our blog about how Golomb Legalhad taken a case for Eric Suber, a driving enthusiast who loves track day, but was disappointed to learn how auto insurance companies ...

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    • Golomb & Honik, P.C. is Now Officially Golomb Legal.

      Golomb & Honik, P.C. has officially changed its firm name to Golomb • Spirt, P.C. Even though our name is a little different, you can still expect the same fantastic legal guidance for personal injury ...

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    • Thanksgiving & Black Friday Safety Tips from the CDC

      The coronavirus pandemic is not only continuing but it is also worsening in many parts of America as winter draws nearer. Thanksgiving and a shopper’s favorite holiday – Black Friday – are going to ...

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    • Recovering Compensation in a Personal Injury Suit

      When to File a Personal Injury Claim If you or a loved one have recently been injured due to the negligence of another person or company, you may be unsure of where to turn next. You may also feel ...

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    • State Auto Mutual Insurance Company Must Face Breach of Contract & Fraud Claims

      State Automobile Mutual Insurance Company (State Auto) must face a class action lawsuit brought by policyholders who claim they and their brokers were tricked into buying "phantom insurance" coverage. ...

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    • Antitrust Litigation News: Microsoft, Activision Blizzard, & the FTC

      US antitrust laws are enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). These laws are in place to prevent businesses from engaging in monopolistic and anti-competitive conduct, thereby protecting ...

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    • The Importance of Business Interruption Insurance

      What Is Business Interruption Insurance? Business interruption insurance (or business income insurance) is a type of coverage designed to help minimize losses associated with a disruption to your ...

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    • University of Pennsylvania Develops COVID Business Interruption Claim Tracker

      The coronavirus pandemic that continues to surge across America has devastating businesses big and small. As companies have been ordered to close to the public or greatly limit the services that they ...

      Read More
    • Business Interruption Insurance Claims During the COVID-19 Pandemic

      The spread of COVID-19 (or “coronavirus”) globally has resulted in consequences beyond the health-related implications of managing a pandemic. Due to mandatory business closures and “stay at home” ...

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    • Kubota Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over Defective Vehicles

      Environmentally friendly vehicle wiring with a soy- and/or bio-based coating may be too tempting for rodents to resist. A new class-action lawsuit demands that the Kubota Tractor Corporation pick up ...

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    • Medical Malpractice & Telehealth: Should You Be Concerned?

      Telehealth was around before the COVID-19 pandemic, but since the pandemic, it has exploded in popularity and become much more widespread. However, with the rapid expansion of telehealth services, ...

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    • Post-Pandemic Medical Malpractice Cases

      Have Rates of Medical Malpractice Filings Increased Post-Covid? You may have heard that many hospitals and medical facilities are struggling with a post-pandemic increase in medical malpractice cases. ...

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    • Spotting Signs of Medical Malpractice with Pediatric Care

      When Is Pediatric Malpractice Most Likely to Occur? From correctly diagnosing a medical condition to providing medical treatment during an emergency, doctors, pediatricians, and all healthcare ...

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    • Medical Malpractice & Telehealth: Should You Be Concerned?

      Telehealth was around before the COVID-19 pandemic, but since the pandemic, it has exploded in popularity and become much more widespread. However, with the rapid expansion of telehealth services, ...

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    • Did Your Doctor Forget to Order These Common Diagnostic Tests?

      Diagnostic tests are important tools that a medical doctor can order or use to get more information about a patient’s symptoms. When used correctly, they can be the difference between a patient ...

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    • Study Finds Correlation Between Medical Malpractice & Imaging Tests

      Doctors will not always be 100% accurate when reaching a diagnosis, but they are expected to always use all available tools within reason to come to a conclusion. For example, medical imaging tests ...

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    • Caring for Your Loved One after a Motorcycle Accident Injury

      Due to the lack of protection provided by motorcycles, it’s common to suffer catastrophic, life-altering injuries in a motorcycle accident. Often, it’s not just the accident victim who suffers in the ...

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    • 5 Common Nursing Home Illnesses Caused by Negligence

      There are many reasons why infections are very common in nursing homes and are a major cause of disease and fatalities among those who reside in these types of assisted living facilities. In many ...

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    • Are Bed Sores a Sign of Nursing Home Abuse?

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    • Factors that Impact Damages in a Personal Injury Case

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    • Popular Deodorant Brands Recalled for Benzene Cancer Risks

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    • Did Your Spine Surgery Go as Well as the Doctor Claimed?

      When spine surgery goes correctly, it can help restore a patient’s mobility and ease chronic pain. When it goes incorrectly, the patient can experience new or worsened pain and debilitation. However, ...

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    • What Does a Mild or Moderate Stroke Look Like in Men?

      Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data estimates that about 140,000 Americans will die due to stroke complications each year. To put that into other terms, about 5% of all deaths in the ...

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    • Stroke Symptoms Unique to Women

      According to the National Stroke Association, approximately 55,000 more women than men suffer from a stroke every year. This makes it especially critical for women over age 55 (as well as those of any ...

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    • Could My Doctor Have Foreseen My Stroke?

      Correct Procedures for Diagnosing Stroke Your doctor is trained to spot the signs of stroke from the very beginning. Much of their medical training prepares them to spot the early symptoms, which ...

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    • Did Your Spine Surgery Go as Well as the Doctor Claimed?

      When spine surgery goes correctly, it can help restore a patient’s mobility and ease chronic pain. When it goes incorrectly, the patient can experience new or worsened pain and debilitation. However, ...

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    • What to Do if You've Been Exposed to Toxic Chemicals

      Why You Should Take Legal Action When Exposed to Harmful Substances At best, exposure to a toxic substance can create temporary illness and physical discomfort. At worst, it can cost you your life. ...

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    • Farmworkers Want Chlorpyrifos Pesticide Banned After EPA Refuses

      Environmentalists and farmworkers in California are pushing for the ban of a commonly used conventional insecticide. Back in 2015, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under President Obama, ...

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    • Why You Should Retain a Lawyer for Your Toxic Exposure Case

      Toxic chemicals are about as common in some places as computers and desks are in others. The only difference is those who regularly handle toxic chemicals or are frequently around them could face ...

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