Car accident lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm report a fatal three-vehicle crash on Lake Shore Drive, which occurred at about 4 a.m. on March 15, 2013. Two people died in the crash, and another two were critically injured. All lanes going southbound on Lake Shore Drive were closed immediately following the crash, and did …
Three Killed in Las Vegas Shooting, Police Search for Range Rover
Police are currently in the midst of an investigation into the suspect who fired the initial shots on February 21, 2013 in Las Vegas. The shots came from a black Range Rover and were intended for Kenneth Cherry Jr., who died at the hospital. A spokesperson for the Las Vegas Police said that the Range …
Organic Spinach Recalled Nationwide for E. coli Poisoning
Food contamination lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm report that a California company is announcing a national recall of its organic spinach. The Taylor Farms Retail baby spinach may be contaminated with E. coli. The recalled spinach is sold under the labels Central Market, Full Circle, Marketside, Simple Truth, and Taylor Farms. Recalled Full Circle …
Leafy Greens Leading Cause of Food Borne Illness
A recent federal investigation revealed that leafy greens, such as spinach and lettuce, are the nation’s leading causes of food poisoning. Food contamination lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm note that, although leafy greens caused the most sickness, poisoning from contaminated poultry was the leading cause of death. The study was conducted by government researchers at …
Nestle Facing Multi-Million Dollar Lawsuit for Frozen Pizzas
A California woman recently filed a class-action lawsuit against Nestle for its use of trans fats in DiGiorno, Stouffer’s, and California Pizza Kitchen frozen pizzas. Toxic substance lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm point to a similar lawsuit against McDonalds, which settled for $8.5 million in 2005. In 2009, California became the first state to ban …
FDA Proposes New Food Safety Rules
Earlier this January the FDA released an announcement detailing proposals for new landmark food safety standards.Food contamination attorneys highlight the new safety rules being enacted to prevent food-borne illnesses. The preventative proposals are part of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), which was signed into law by President Obama in January 2011. It has been called the …
Los Angeles Tightens Skateboarding Laws
Accident and injury lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm report that the Los Angeles City Council is adopting measures that will require skateboarders to follow city traffic laws. The tougher regulations are in response to two recent deaths of young skateboarders. As of January 22nd, skateboarders will have to follow the same rules of the …
Wal-Mart’s Tactful PR Campaign
Wage and hour lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm report that Wal-Mart’s current veteran outreach program may not be what it seems. Some are speculating that the company is engaging in the program to direct attention away from recent bribery scandals and active discrimination lawsuits. The New York Times recently revealed Wal-Mart’s plan to hire more than 100,000 …
Why Eating Beef May Put You at Risk for E Coli Poisoning
Food contamination lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm warn the public of the dangers of consuming beef that has been mechanically processed. A recent investigation found that the beef industry is putting consumers at risk with a new meat tenderizing process that could lead to e coli poisoning. A Kansas City Star expose reveals the troubling and …
Arlington Heights to Change Snow Removal Methods after Lawsuit
A slip and fall accident by an Arlington resident is changing the way the city is handling its snow removal process.Chicago injury lawyers hope the settlement of this slip and fall lawsuit will prevent further harm to Illinois residents. The lawsuit was filed in 2010 by Jeannie Nishime Johnston and her husband, after Johnston fell at …
Three New Traffic Safety Laws for 2013
Our car accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm would like to highlight the new Illinois traffic laws for 2013. Three key pieces of legislation took effect January 1st, aimed at reducing cell phone use and improving crash-related safety measures. Two new congressional bills adjust current regulations relating to cell phone use in work zones and clearing highway …
Preventable Accidents the Highest Cause of Children’s Deaths
Chicago accident attorneys are troubled by the high rate of preventable deaths in American children. Many of these incidents are caused by human negligence and lack of safety measures, which is unacceptable in modern society. A recent CDC report revealed that accidental and unintended injuries cause 12,000 child deaths each year in the US. The report …
Hurricane Sandy Risks: Legal Expert Warning
The East Coast is reeling over the incredible strength of Hurricane Sandy. President Barack Obama is even warning that the storm could have deadly consequences, heightening public anxiety. According to The Washington Post, hundreds of thousands of people are moving to higher ground as this category-1 storm threatens the most heavily populated part of the United …
Mississippi Park Closes 30 Acres Due to Asbestos
A popular recreation destination on Horn Island, Mississippi closed over 30 acres of land because of asbestos contamination. The National Park Service reports that authorities detected the hazardous material on old tiles in a former U.S. Army biological testing site that was active in the 1940s. The contamination was found on the northwestern shore of …
Salmonella Warning Expands to Raw, Roasted Peanuts
Raw and roasted peanuts manufactured by Sunland Inc. are now being added to a massive nationwide recall of peanut and other possibly contaminated nut products. The FDA warns that the ongoing peanut recall includes shelled and in-shell roasted and raw peanuts that have no expiration date or are within their current shelf life. These products …
Chicago Pedestrian Accidents Cause Serious Injuries and Fatalities
A recent Chicago pedestrian accident at a North Side intersection serves as a tragic reminder of the dangers we routinely face while traveling on busy city streets. Auto accidents kill thousands of pedestrians every year, and severely injure even more. It is important that drivers and pedestrians alike take preventative safety measures in order to …
Skechers Refunds for Dangerous Shoes
Skechers Shape-Up customers expected their sneakers would help them tone and lose weight…instead the shoes caused many of them to suffer debilitating injuries. Although their injuries may be permanent, a newly announced settlement deal will at least put some money back in their pockets. On May 16, 2012, Skechers agreed to pay $40 million for …
Illinois Pedestrian Accidents Cause Major Harm
Recently the Chicago Tribune reported that an exceptionally high number of vehicle-pedestrian crashes occurred while the pedestrian was in the crosswalk. This study was one of the most detailed crash analyses ever conducted in our area, and it revealed that Illinois pedestrians are extremely vulnerable to serious accidents that could result in serious injuries or death. Researchers …
Chantix Review Links to Heart Attack Risks
Chantix, a controversial smoking cessation drug already associated with various safety concerns, is now linked to a significantly increased risk of heart attack and other cardiovascular events. Researchers analyzing data from 14 previous Chantix studies found that Chantix users were substantially more likely to suffer heart problems than those taking a placebo to quit smoking. …
Attorney Bill Pintas Gets a Taste of the Las Vegas “Death Ray”
Our very own Chicago personal injury attorney, Bill Pintas, experienced the hotter side of Las Vegas (quite literally) while staying at the Vdara Hotel in Las Vegas. Attorney Pintas was actually looking to cool down at the hotel pool when he experienced this heated phenomenon. As he laid back in a chair he was suddenly …