Injury

Texas Appeals Court Upholds Jury Ruling: Mazda Dealership Not Liable in Post-Work Accident Injury Case

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A Texas appeals court ruled Wednesday that a jury’s determination regarding two employees at a Mazda dealership is backed by substantial evidence and cannot be overturned by a judge. The decision centers on a car accident that left one employee, Irma Vanessa Villegas, with severe injuries, including paralysis and a traumatic brain injury. The incident occurred in December 2013 when Christian Ruiz, a co-worker at Rudolph Mazda, struck Villegas with his vehicle after a social gathering following work. This event had involved the consumption of beer, yet both employees tested below the legal limit for … Read more

High-Stakes Showdown: Aaron Judge and Cal Raleigh in Tight AL MVP Race After Injury Drama

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New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is vying for his second straight American League Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, but the competition has intensified in recent weeks. Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh has emerged as a formidable challenger, as both players have showcased tremendous abilities during the ongoing season. Judge, who seemed nearly assured of the MVP title prior to sustaining a flexor strain, has returned to the Yankees’ lineup. Despite this comeback, his performance has been less than stellar, going only 3-for-15 in five games since his return. As Judge’s injury temporarily shifted the … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Faces Legal Setback as Bankruptcy Court Rejects Talc Injury Claims

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Johnson & Johnson, based in New Brunswick, New Jersey, has faced significant legal challenges over its talc products. Recently, a federal bankruptcy court’s decision to uphold a controversial bankruptcy filing by the company has intensified scrutiny surrounding litigation related to its talc-based powders. This development marks a pivotal moment in ongoing lawsuits claiming that the talc products have caused serious health issues, including cancer. The company’s struggles stem from a wave of lawsuits alleging that its talc products contained asbestos, a known carcinogen. Thousands of claimants have come forward, asserting that they developed various health … Read more

Lexington Man Awarded $1.5 Million in Landmark Lawsuit Against Walmart After Chair Collapse Injury

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LEXINGTON, Ky. — A Fayette County jury has awarded a $1.5 million verdict to a 59-year-old man who sustained injuries at a Walmart in Lexington in 2021. The case has drawn attention due to the significant damages awarded and the unusual circumstances surrounding the incident. The man declined an initial settlement offer of $215,000 prior to the trial, opting instead to pursue justice in court. The incident occurred on June 27, 2021, when he was seated in a plastic chair in the outdoor area of the Walmart on Grey Lag Way. The chair collapsed, causing … Read more