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$63 Million Verdict Against Johnson & Johnson Upheld

This week, Massachusetts’ highest court upheld a verdict of $63 million dollars against massive consumer product company Johnson & Johnson. The case stems from allegations that Johnson & Johnson, which among many other things manufactures common over-the-counter household medications, failed to pro

By David Mittleman

/ 18 Apr 2015

Washing Your Car Might Save Your Life

Spring has finally arrived, meaning we can enjoy snow-free roads for at least a few months. For many people, this is an opportunity to wash a winter’s worth of salt and grime from their vehicles. And while that showroom shine makes your car look great,…

By David Mittleman

/ 14 Apr 2015

Zofran Birth Defect Cases – Drug Harms Children, Families

Pregnancy can be a difficult time. Expectant mothers are often struggling to stay comfortable through physical changes while always wanting to do what’s best for their baby. Pregnancy-related nausea, usually referred to as “morning sickness,” affects many women and can be quite severe. GlaxoSmith

By David Mittleman

/ 9 Apr 2015

Michigan Police Officers Can Check Whether You Have Car Insurance by Running Your Plate

A few weeks ago, I posted two articles about no-fault and uninsured/underinsured motorist insurance coverage in Michigan. In our state, drivers are required by law to have valid auto insurance when driving on our roadways. Typically, motorists would be asked to provide proof of insurance…

By David Mittleman

/ 1 Apr 2015

Michigan Study on “Sharenting” Reveals Pros, Cons

Even if you’ve never heard the word before, you probably know what “sharenting” is. A combination of “share” and “parenting,” it refers to parents’ propensity to post stuff about their children online, particularly in social media outlets like Facebook and Twitter. It’s a trend that…

By David Mittleman

/ 19 Mar 2015

Injured by a Hit-and-Run Driver? Uninsured Motorist Benefits May Protect You

Last week I wrote about a nightmare scenario: You’ve just been injured in an auto accident, and the at-fault driver leaves the scene. Thankfully, in Michigan no-fault auto insurance benefits are available to nearly everyone to help defray the economic losses of medical expenses, lost…

By David Mittleman

/ 11 Mar 2015

Injured by a Hit-and-Run Driver? In Michigan, You Still Have Benefits

An auto accident is a terrible, and often terrifying, experience. If you’ve just been hurt in a car crash, there are dozens of thoughts running through your mind. To make matters even worse, in some cases the at-fault driver leaves the scene. What do you…

By David Mittleman

/ 5 Mar 2015

Stem Cell Treatment for Mr. Hockey Stirs Controversy

Any hockey fan would recognize Mr. Hockey – Gordie Howe – and remember the former Red Wing star as one of the toughest players in the history of the game. His name is famously, if somewhat incorrectly, connected to the unofficial “Gordie Howe Hat Trick,”…

By David Mittleman

/ 19 Feb 2015

Early Detection of Lung Cancer Key to Treatment

Cancer can be a frightening word. Most of us know at least one person who has been afflicted by some form of the disease. According to some sources, the three most common forms of cancer (breast, prostate, and lung) will total about 750,000 new cases…

By David Mittleman

/ 28 Jan 2015

Streamlined Medical Malpractice Resolution Gains Traction in Other States

In Michigan, medical malpractice claims can be lengthy, burdensome, and expensive. Injured survivors and their families often have to wait years for a resolution, and the process leaves them feeling like their complaints go unheard. That may change, however, if a model being piloted in…

By David Mittleman

/ 21 Jan 2015

Massive Auto Accident on Michigan’s I-94 Causes Ripple Effect

Last week, nearly 200 cars, trucks, and semis were involved in a fatal crash just east of Kalamazoo on I-94. The huge pile-up included a truck hauling fireworks, whose payload ignited in the ensuing fire. The story made national news and, for the moment, officials…

By David Mittleman

/ 14 Jan 2015

Cruise Lines Accountable for Medical Malpractice According to Recent Ruling

No one wants to think about it, but bad stuff sometimes happens on vacations. In the blink of an eye, a dream trip can turn into a nightmare of serious or even fatal injury. And when you’re in a foreign land or at sea, different…

By David Mittleman

/ 8 Jan 2015