Lawsuit

Jury Rules in Favor of Stamford in Slip-and-Fall Lawsuit, Protecting Municipalities

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STAMFORD, Connecticut — A Stamford jury has reached a verdict in a slip-and-fall case, favoring the defendant, the city of Stamford, under a law that protects municipalities. The plaintiff, Daniel Young, suffered injuries after slipping and falling on ice outside an elementary school. His injuries were severe enough to require a back-fusion surgery, and his medical expenses exceeded $500,000, as documented in court records. Following the incident, Young filed a lawsuit against the city of Stamford. However, the jury’s decision ultimately favored the defendant, ruling in favor of the city under the municipal protection law. … Read more

Navigating Personal Injury Laws in Florida: Everything You Need to Know to File a Successful Lawsuit

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Orlando, Florida – When filing a personal injury lawsuit in Florida, it is crucial to understand the state’s rules and regulations to navigate the legal system effectively. Florida has strict limits, known as the statute of limitations, on the timeframe victims have to take legal action after suffering harm due to the negligent or reckless actions of another. Personal injury cases must be filed no more than four years after the incident that caused the harm. It’s important to note that the statute of limitations deadline is for filing the lawsuit itself, as some cases … Read more

Groundbreaking Decision: Judge Grants Lawsuit Against Snapchat Over Fentanyl Overdoses

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — A judge in Los Angeles ruled that a lawsuit against Snapchat over fentanyl overdose deaths can proceed. The parents of three young men who died from fentanyl overdoses sued the social media app, alleging that it failed to warn users about the dangers of buying illegal drugs on its platform. The lawsuit claims that Snapchat, which allows users to send messages that disappear after being viewed, facilitated the sale of drugs by providing a platform where dealers can connect with buyers. The parents argue that Snapchat should be held accountable for … Read more

Lawsuit Targets Hershey’s Deceptive Marketing of Reese’s Halloween Candy Packaging

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Tampa, Florida – A $5 million class-action lawsuit has been filed against Hershey’s, alleging deceptive marketing practices for its Reese’s Halloween candy. The lawsuit was filed in December in the Middle District of Florida by Cynthia Kelly, who claims that the packaging of Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins misrepresented the product. According to the lawsuit, Kelly purchased a package of Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins from an Aldi’s grocery store in Hillsborough County. The packaging featured a “cute looking carving of a pumpkin’s mouth and eyes,” but when Kelly opened the candy at home, she discovered that … Read more