Owners of Polaris off-highway vehicles in West Virginia may be affected by a recent recall of these vehicles. The company has decided to recall all youth RZR 170 ROVs from the model years of 2015 to 2017. These defective products are being recalled due to fuel tank issues and fire hazards.
Women Emerge as Winners Against Vaginal Mesh Manufacturers in Multi-District Litigation
In the bruising battle over vaginal mesh devices - pitting the manufacturers of the defective devices against the thousands of women harmed--women are proving to be the winners.
Falls, abandonment significant nursing home concerns
An elderly woman in another state died last year after reportedly being left alone in a nursing home bathtub for hours. As a result, her son recently filed a lawsuit against the facility. When a loved one in West Virginia passes away due to nursing home negligence, including situations such as falls or infections, for example, it is within the rights of the loved one's surviving family members to seek justice.
Five Rules for Dealing with Doctors After a Car Accident
Rule #1: Don't Delay in Seeking Medical Treatment
Defective products from TNT, maker of fireworks, recalled
Consumers nationwide, including those in West Virginia, may have enjoyed fireworks around the July 4 holiday, and they may look forward to continuing to use fireworks with family and friends this summer. The problem with one particular company's fireworks, however, is that they may do more than just emit some colorful smoke after being lit. These defective products can actually explode.
Research shows brain injury linked with dementia
A recent study indicated that traumatic brain injuries are linked to a higher risk for dementia in adults who are working age. However, no link was found between brain injury and the later onset of ALS or Parkinson's disease. The results of the research might play an important role in monitoring and rehabilitating patients with brain injuries in the long term in West Virginia and elsewhere.
