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The Atlanta Legal Examiner provides coverage of personal injury, mass torts, and safety issues making headlines in Atlanta and across the country. Our Latest News section brings together breaking stories and legal insights that matter to individuals, families, and communities.

Class Actions And Lessons Learned

More and more class action lawsuits are being filed to address consumer concerns and illegal treatment by big business. With two of the biggest class action settlements in recent history now in the spot light, it is no wonder their appeal for consumer redress is now at an all time high. In a recent

By M. Brandon Smith

/ 9 Aug 2006

Shopping Carts And Lawsuits-A Way To Force Change

In a recent study conducted by the American Academy of Pediatrics, more federal regulation is need in the area of shopping carts based on the inadequacy of their current design. Although most of the injuries occur when children in the carts are not strapped in, others do still have accidents due to

By M. Brandon Smith

/ 9 Aug 2006

Shopping Carts And Lawsuits-A Way To Force Change

Asbestos Liability And Duites Extended To Cover Third Parties

The New Jersey Supreme Court recently extended the duty landowners owe to workers for the foreseeable risk of asbestos exposure to their spouses based on the foreseeable risk of exposure from asbestos dust carried home on contaminated work clothing. This ruling, in direct contradiction with ruling i

By M. Brandon Smith

/ 8 Aug 2006

Asbestos Liability And Duites Extended To Cover Third Parties

Lawn Mowers More Dangerous Than Thought

In a recent study, lawn mowers were found to injure more than 9,000 children and teenagers a year in the United States alone. The study further shows the current standards for lawn mowers are inadequate and suggests that most of these injuries could be prevented by employing a few simple guidelines

By M. Brandon Smith

/ 8 Aug 2006

Second Federal Vioxx Trial: Opening Arguments

Both parties involved in the second federal Vioxx trial got their first chance to tell the jury what issues they will ultimately be asked to decide in the Louisiana case. The Case involves Gerald Barnett, a 62 year old former FBI agent, who blames Merck and Co. for his Vioxx related heart attack in

By M. Brandon Smith

/ 8 Aug 2006

Second Federal Vioxx Trial: Opening Arguments

Lead Based Paint Plaintiffs Seeing Recent Success In Courts

For years now paint manufactures have been winning almost every case filed against them wherein Plaintiffs allege lead based paint injuries. However after a recent Plaintiff’s verdict in Rhode Island which held a major paint manufacture accountable for lead paint related injuries based on the theory

By M. Brandon Smith

/ 8 Aug 2006

Lead Based Paint Plaintiffs Seeing Recent Success In Courts

New Vehicle Crash Test Results Published: August 6, 2006

The Institute For Highway Safety recently released its latest crash test results after evaluating four cars and two small SUVs which updated results the Institute published earlier this year. The study showed although manufactures have improved somewhat in the areas of front and side crashes, most s

By M. Brandon Smith

/ 8 Aug 2006

New Vehicle Crash Test Results Published: August 6, 2006

Ketek Linked To Liver Failure

The FDA is now warning of new dangers associated with Ketek, the first antibiotic of the ketolide class. Primarily used in treatment for chronic bronchitis, acute bacterial sinusitis and varying levels types of pneumonia, Ketek has been linked to rare cases of serious liver injury and liver failure.

By M. Brandon Smith

/ 7 Aug 2006

FDA Approval Preempts Inadequate Warning Claims

In an ongoing battle between the FDA and those who desire to hold pharmaceutical companies accountable for their inadequate warnings, two fairly recent cases have been decided declaring FDA approval a preemptive measure against inadequate warning claims. According to the decisions in Abramowitz v. C

By M. Brandon Smith

/ 7 Aug 2006

FDA Approval Preempts Inadequate Warning Claims

Bad Nursing Homes Are Everywhere According To Consumer Reports

According to a recent report issued by Consumer Reports, a consumer tip group, nursing homes around the U.S. are still giving inadequate care for our loved ones and seniors. According to the report, not-for-profit homes generally provide better care than those operated for profit, although most, reg

By M. Brandon Smith

/ 7 Aug 2006

Bad Nursing Homes Are Everywhere According To Consumer Reports

Infants Tylenol Warning Found Defective By Jury

A Philadelphia jury recently awarded $5 million to the family of a 1-year-old infant who died from acetaminophen toxicity after three days of use. The Family argued the warning labels and directions were inadequate and not clear. According to Law.com For children who fit the age-and-weight descripti

By M. Brandon Smith

/ 7 Aug 2006

Infants Tylenol Warning Found Defective By Jury

Blame It On The Drug: Stevens-Johnson Syndrome

Chances are if you are reading this blog either you or someone you know has been adversely affected by Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) or its elevated equivalent Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN). It is a often times deadly reaction, usually linked to the recent use of a sulfa containing medication, t

By M. Brandon Smith

/ 6 Aug 2006

Blame It On The Drug: Stevens-Johnson Syndrome