Florida Jury Awards $6.2 Million to Shopper Injured by Pallet Jack at Walmart During Black Friday Rush

A Florida jury ordered Walmart to pay close to $6.2 million in a negligence lawsuit stemming from an incident during the bustling Black Friday sales in 2019. The legal battle, which concluded after a five-day trial, revolved around a significant injury claim made by a shopper in one of the retailer’s stores. The accident occurred when a Walmart employee maneuvered a pallet jack through a crowded aisle, failing to issue any warnings or employ safety measures. The plaintiff, who was shopping at the time, was struck in the ankles, leading to a fall and subsequent … Read more

Alabama Law Enforcement Amplifies Road Safety Measures Ahead of Thanksgiving Travel Rush

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — As Thanksgiving approaches, various law enforcement bodies in Alabama are intensifying efforts to ensure travelers reach their destinations safely. From now until Sunday, Dec. 1, officers from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) are conducting more visible enforcement operations including driver’s license checkpoints and the use of Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR) technology. These patrols are particularly focused on areas with high accident rates and larger traffic volumes. ALEA is collaborating with local police forces to manage these checkpoints, aiming to decrease the number and severity of traffic-related incidents over the holiday … Read more

Emma Rush of Irwin Mitchell Reflects on Her Path to Partnership and the Profound Impact of Medical Negligence Law on Clients

Birmingham, United Kingdom – Emma Rush, a medical negligence partner at Irwin Mitchell, derives profound fulfillment from her ability to positively impact the lives of individuals who have suffered significant injuries. In one notable case, Rush successfully secured an admission of liability on behalf of a client who underwent an above-knee amputation due to an undiagnosed medical condition. This legal victory enabled the client to receive interim payments, purchase a prosthetic limb, and undergo rehabilitation, markedly improving their quality of life. Rush, the first in her family to attend university, pursued her law degree at … Read more