A game of pinball: arcade classic or corrupter of children? That depends on your state’s laws.
People of America, take note. You could pride yourself on being the most law-abiding citizen of your region, but if you live in South Carolina and ever played pinball as a child, you’re not only an arcade guru, but a lawbreaker as well. From legalized incest to harsh restrictions on fortune tellers, here are our …
Last week was National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week! Every year, from October 25- 31, government agencies and non-profits work to raise awareness of lead poisoning across communities. This includes agencies like the CDC and the EPA, as well as the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). While lead is a naturally occurring element and …
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Trans Healthcare and Trans Health Management, nursing home companies that controls a chain of nursing homes throughout the country seems to be continuously fighting off lawsuits, bad press, and claims of fraud. Bruce Rauner, the candidate for Illinois Governor, is snared in these issues, as his former company is accused of scheming to avoid liability …
Veterans have risked their lives to protect our country, but their lives may have also been at risk due to questionable chemicals on and off base. Whether it be drinking water on-site or in veteran housing, our beloved veterans may be exposed to a range of toxic chemicals. These toxins include asbestos, radon, and PFAS, …
Three food manufacturers have been named in a federal recall due to reports that mushrooms being sold are contaminated with the listeria bacteria. H&C Food Inc., Guan’s Mushroom Co., and Sun Hong Foods have been told to recall all Korean enoki mushrooms because of contamination with Listeria. The Food and Drug Administration advises everyone to …
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has ravaged the world. It has infected millions of people and killed thousands. It has overwhelmed public health systems in many countries, leading to further distress for many sick and suffering patients. Residents and healthcare workers at nursing homes are quickly falling prey to the coronavirus pandemic spreading through America, with …
Clients, friends, and colleagues: We trust you’re keeping healthy and staying safe. We know these are trying times, with so many businesses, schools, and every day activities shut down. Continued and uninterrupted representation of our clients is of paramount importance to us at Pintas & Mullins. We are one of the most technologically-advanced law firms …
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1.3% of women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer in their lifetimes. Even though this rate is low, ovarian cancer is the 5th leading cause of cancer death among U.S. women, with over 14,000 deaths each year. This is because ovarian cancer can go easily undetected, causing it to spread throughout the pelvis and stomach …
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The most common way people are exposed to ethylene oxide (EtO) is through breathing it in. When the chemical is inhaled in small amounts, it can be easily removed through regular bodily processes within two to three days, and is not very harmful. Higher levels of exposure are difficult for the body to remove, and …
Every year around this time, emergency room personnel see an influx of holiday-related injuries. Your favorite holiday traditions can lead to these common accidents or injuries: Car Accidents A winter wonderland may be fun in theory, but it’s not so fun when you have to drive in it. Pay special attention to roads that are …
Over the past 30 years, we’ve had the pleasure of speaking to potential clients from every state and background. Every client, every injury, every family is unique. Yet, there are some concerns we hear more often than others. In this blog, we respond to four of the most common topics people worry about when they …
Nearly 70% of U.S. adults use social media to connect with friends and family, express opinions, and share stories. But the benefits of staying connected could end up costing people the success of a personal injury case. The simplest way to diminish the value of a case could be by posting on social media. Below, …
A typical scene during rush hour. A traffic jam with rows of cars waiting to get off the next exit.
77% of all car accidents are because of a driver’s error. Do your part to make the road safer for you and for everyone around you so that you don’t become part of the statistic. Here are eight easy things you can do: Wear your seat belt. Wearing a seat belt cuts the risk of serious …
Residents of Michigan’s second-largest city recently filed three class action lawsuits against the city, state and federal government. The lawsuits center on Flint’s contaminated water supply. Our team of lead poisoning attorneys detail this water crisis and similar water contamination lawsuits we have handled. Flint has struggled immensely in recent years, accruing millions of dollars …
Earlier this month, Congress approved a $305 billion act to fund the country’s roads, bridges, and rail lines. It is the largest transportation bill in more than a decade and will last five years. The auto and train accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm detail this bill and how it will affect public safety. The …
With Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and every event in between, millions of Americans are traveling this weekend. No matter your destination, the team at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm hopes you have a festive, happy and safe holiday weekend. Car Safety If you haven™t already, now is the time to prep your car for winter travel. Here are …
In American culture, facial injections and reconstructions are commonplace. The prevalence of these procedures offers the illusion that they are completely safe, or at least have minimal risks. Unfortunately, there are very serious side effects resulting from dermal fillers. Our team of dangerous drug lawyers warns the public of these risks. Dermal fillers – also called wrinkle …
One woman was killed and eight others were injured in a recent CTA crash on Michigan Avenue. Preliminary reports cite the bus driver for failing to stop at a red light during evening rush hour. Bus accident lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm detail our recent cases involving the CTA, and how these differ from regular …
In late April 2015, a medical helicopter picked up an injured hiker from the Barton Creek Greenbelt in Austin, Texas. A nurse descended onto the ground from the helicopter to secure the hiker, and the two were being hoisted back up into the aircraft when the carrier began to spin. Moments later, the nurse fell …
When Trinity Industries agreed to pay $175 million for fraudulently selling a dangerous guardrail, few anticipated the far-reaching affects it would have on traffic safety nationwide. More than 30 states have banned installation of Trinity’s defective guardrails and some have file legal actions. Our team of auto accident attorneys explains the types of injuries these guardrails are …
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