Cochlear implants have helped thousands of people with disabilities regain their hearing, but these devices can cause severe harm when they break or malfunction. What’s more, the emotional distress of these injuries, coupled with the sudden loss of hearing after regaining it, can have devastating effects on patients’ emotional well-being. Unfortunately for people whose cochlear […]
Read MoreProduct liability claims are the result of a dangerous product causing harm to a consumer. In most cases, there has been negligence on the part of a seller, distributor, or manufacturer of a product that led to the dangerous defect that was the cause of the consumer’s injury. In strict product liability cases, however, negligence […]
Read MoreElevators and escalators are part of everyday life across Pennsylvania – in office buildings, hospitals, shopping centers, and apartment complexes. While these systems are generally safe, serious accidents can and do occur, often resulting in severe injuries and complex legal claims. According to national data, elevator and escalator incidents cause approximately 30 deaths and 17,000 […]
Read MoreWhen a medical device fails, the consequences can be devastating. Devices intended to save lives and improve health can sometimes cause serious injury — even death — due to defects in design, manufacturing, or labeling. While FDA approval is meant to ensure safety, it doesn’t guarantee that a device won’t cause harm once it’s in […]
Read MoreIf you are a construction worker injured on the job, you should first seek medical attention since your health should be the priority. Then you will need to notify your employer as soon as possible. Ensure you record medical treatments, expenses, and communications regarding the injury. Injured construction workers have several legal avenues for recourse, […]
Read MoreCar seats play an essential role in keeping young children safe when driving, as standard seat belts may not offer enough protection in a crash or could hurt a child due to their smaller size. Therefore, it’s crucial for parents to make sure a child’s car seat is safe and watch out for product recalls. […]
Read MoreCar seats are designed to protect our most precious and vulnerable passengers, but what happens when these devices fail? At Cooper Schall & Levy, our experienced product liability attorneys are deeply familiar with the devastating consequences of car seat malfunctions. If your child has suffered an injury due to a defective car seat, this content […]
Read MorePacemakers are impressive medical devices designed to manage patients’ irregular heartbeats. For a great many people, they significantly improve quality of life. Nonetheless, when these devices are defective, they can cause serious health complications, leading to product liability, or occasionally (e.g. if a healthcare professional knowingly implants a defective or allows one to be implanted) […]
Read MoreThe winter holiday season is a time for people to gather together and enjoy the various festivities. Despite it being a time for joy and celebration, this particular time of year comes with its own set of risks and potential injuries. Some of the most common risks around the holiday arise from the activities, decorations, […]
Read MoreWrongful death cases provide a way for bereaved individuals to seek justice and compensation for an irreplaceable loss. These types of lawsuits stem from the unthinkable—the untimely death of a loved one due to another’s negligence or misconduct. A wrongful death lawsuit is a way to hold the responsible parties accountable for their actions. Title […]
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