| The National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986 |
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| In the 1980s, there was increasing public debate over the safety of childhood vaccines. There were reports of serious injuries or death supposedly related to adverse reactions to childhood vaccines. Because of the threat of lawsuits, some companies stopped making vaccines. More... |
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| Product Liability Suits Involving Injury Caused by Altered Product |
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| Products liability is an area of law dealing with personal injuries and property damage caused by products that are defectively designed or manufactured. A manufacturer has a duty to exercise ordinary care in designing and manufacturing a product. A product carries an implied promise that it is safe for its intended use.
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| Toxic Mold Litigation |
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| Toxic mold-related litigation has significantly increased in the past few years. Many of the cases involve defective construction claims against contractors and their insurance companies. Some litigation involves personal injury claims. Potential health problems related to toxic mold exposure include allergies and lung-related complaints, such as asthma. This article focuses on personal injury cases based on exposure to toxic mold. More... |
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| Common Elements of Products Liability Cases |
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| Products liability law covers personal injury and property damage that occurs when a defective product is used. There are several elements that are common to products liability cases. First, an injured person must prove that the product was defective or harmful. Second, it is necessary to show that the product was defective when it was purchased or delivered. Third, the injured person must show that the defective product caused the injury or accident. More... |
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| Poison Prevention Packaging Act |
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| The Poison Prevention Packaging Act (Act) was passed to prevent unintentional child poisonings. The Act requires special packaging to protect children from injury or illness as a result of handling, using, or ingesting certain drugs and household substances. The Act requires child-resistant packaging for such products. A child-resistant package is one that is significantly difficult for children under the age of five to open. More... |
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