Studies Link Tylenol to Autism: Do You Have a Lawsuit?
At Buttafuoco & Associates, we’ve been watching a number of mass tort cases closely this year. One of the most concerning cases of late is the potentially dangerous effects that acetaminophen—the active ingredient in Tylenol—can have on a fetus during pregnancy. More than half of pregnant women in the US and Europe have used Tylenol […]
3 Common Types of Wrongful Death Cases
Wrongful death lawsuits are some of the most heartbreaking cases we see at Buttafuoco & Associates. When a loved one dies tragically at the hands of another, the family is often put in an incredibly difficult position, both financially and emotionally. Although filing a wrongful death case cannot bring a loved one back, it can […]
When is a Mass Tort Case Worth Pursuing?
Photo by Claire Anderson on Unsplash Mass tort cases occur when a single entity causes harm to a group of people, and the plaintiffs make a claim against that entity, often a corporation. Because it involves a large number of people, many assume that a mass tort claim is the same as a class action […]
How Do Product Liability Lawsuits Work?
We often take for granted that the things we buy and use every day of our lives are safe. We depend on manufacturers to design, produce, and quality-control their products. After all, we need our cars to get us to work, and we need our microwaves to heat our leftovers, and we need all these […]
4 Tips to Prevent Winter Trips, Slips, and Falls
According to the National Safety Council, winter-weather-related deaths have risen 35 percent since 2017. Additionally, tens of thousands of workplace injuries occur each year due to ice, sleet, and snow. Whether you own a business or a home, keeping surfaces safe can prevent cold weather hazards from becoming a dangerous season for patrons, guests, and […]
Why Medical Misdiagnosis is More Common Than You Think
Photo by National Cancer Institute on Unsplash We are taught from a young age to trust medical professionals, but unfortunately, medical misdiagnosis is incredibly common. A study from the peer-reviewed journal BMJ Quality and Safety reports that each year, 12 million adults are misdiagnosed and 28 percent of misdiagnoses result in situations that are “life-threatening […]
