Traumatic brain injury (TBI) has become a rising concern, especially in the context of sports-related injuries. A recent observational cohort study, conducted as part of the CENTER-TBI project, aimed to compare the outcomes of individuals with sports-related TBI and non-sports-related TBI. This summary explores the study’s findings on the characteristics …

In a previous blog post, I wrote about the elements of a negligence hiring claim and made recommendations how to avoid liability for your business. A negligence in supervision/retention claim has certain similarities to the negligence hiring cause of action. Negligence hiring, supervision, training, and retention claims are not based …

Florida’s year-round riding weather should make it a bikers’ paradise. However, negligent, distracted, and careless drivers too often put riders’ safety at risk, and many Florida drivers show a total lack of respect for motorcyclists. As a result, despite its smooth roads and sunny skies, Florida is one of …

Our Mobile office secured $1.25 million in a commercial trucking case. The lawsuit alleged negligent and wanton inspection and maintenance of a commercial trailer. The incident happened when a dual wheel end and tire assembly broke off from the trailer and hit our client’s vehicle, resulting in a broken …

Litigators often use mediation to facilitate settlements. However, mediation must be strategically planned and scheduled to be effective. This is especially important in the context of asbestos litigation for various reasons. Asbestos litigation is unique because defendants are involved in hundreds or thousands of cases yearly. Unlike modern mass …

Healthcare fraud is a serious offense that can result in significant penalties for medical providers. In addition to criminal charges that may lead to fines or imprisonment if a person is convicted, accusations of fraud can lead to the loss of a professional license, loss of provider status with Medicare …

The loss of a loved one is an immeasurable tragedy, and it can be even more devastating when the death is unexpected and due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct. In the realm of personal injury law, such a situation is categorized as a wrongful death. This article aims to …

Many of us have come across advertisements for Ozempic, an FDA-approved injection used to treat type 2 diabetes. However, these injections and others have gained popularity on social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok for their alleged potential to help with weight loss, even though the FDA does …

Stark & Stark is proud to announce that Shareholder Bhaveen R. Jani has been reappointed to serve as New Jersey’s Revitalization Governor for the American Association for Justice for another two-year term beginning in February. The Revitalization Governor is a member of the Board of Governors of the American Association for Justice, which …

For patients who are dealing with Exactech shoulder issues, determining the best course of treatment is critical. Due to a defect in Exactech’s packaging, its Equinoxe Shoulder System joint replacement devices are prone to cracking and degrading over time. This can present a variety of risks, and, for many …

If you’ve been injured through no fault of your own, you may be entitled to compensation for any injuries suffered, lost work time, or a reduction in your quality of life. In these circumstances, seeking qualified legal help is a good first step to determining whether such compensation is …

Yet another attempt by Johnson & Johnson to file for bankruptcy won’t resolve the talc-related claims made by victims. Andy Birchfield, principal and Mass Torts section head at Beasley Allen, has been working tirelessly to obtain justice for women affected by J&J’s talc products associated with contamination. In a …