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photo of jug of roundup for Is the Roundup Herbicide Diquat Toxic? blog post

Recent studies have raised serious concerns about the toxicity of diquat, a herbicide used in Roundup and other weedkillers. If you or a loved one has been exposed to this chemical, you may be at risk of organ damage and other health complications. Understanding the dangers of diquat is crucial,...

Can You Sue Someone After Settling With Their Insurance?

When you get hurt in any kind of accident that was not your fault, you are entitled to compensation from the responsible parties. In most cases, their insurance companies handle the settlement. Unfortunately, if you are not represented by a skilled attorney, you might realize later that the compensation deal...

Swimming pools are almost a staple in Phoenix, Arizona, as there are not many things that help people escape the oppressive summer heat better than a dip in a pool. While swimming pools offer welcome relief for many, the underlying reality is that swimming pools also present danger to those...

There are some people in the United States who for many different reasons both physical and mental are simply unable to hold gainful employment. For these unfortunate people, there are programs in place designed to help them avoid becoming a burden on those around them and to keep them off...

J&J Settles $5.9 M Risperdal Lawsuit

Johnson & Johnson and Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a division of J&J, have agreed to pay $5.9 million to settle a Risperdal lawsuit that alleged the companies of improperly marketing the medication, which is primarily used to treat atypical psychological disorders such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, as well as irritability associated with...

Sleep disorders have been common with humans since the beginning of time, but it was only recently in historical terms that these issues began to be diagnosed and treated. Two of those disorders that proved to be dangerous for many were obstructive sleep apnea and narcolepsy, each of which presented...

Your Right to Sue After a Car Accident

When auto accidents occur in Arizona, the aftermath gives rise to circumstances that are extremely common. Generally, the insurance companies of those who have insurance get involved by way receiving claims, offering settlements and dealing with the other party’s insurance carrier if necessary. The police will also be involved in...

Arizona is a state where the climate and the beautiful landscape are made for traveling on foot. Anyone who has spent any time here understands that pedestrians are a regular sight, and it seems that steps have been taken to make Arizona pedestrian friendly. However, a recent study was released...

When people head out onto the highway, they tend to expect that certain mistakes could be made by other drivers. While experienced drivers mostly feel as though they’ve seen it all, few would ever expect to see a vehicle coming at them while driving in the wrong direction on a...

Volkswagen Emissions Scandal Affects 11 Million Vehicles

In September 2015, German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen admitted to installing emissions falsifying software on multiple clean diesel models. By installing technology to turn on emission controls only during inspections and turn it off when inspections were complete, Volkswagen allowed their vehicles to spew toxic and illegal levels of nitrogen oxides...