Lawsuit Information Center

February 2, 2025

Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center Sex Abuse Lawsuits

On this page, we will look at sex abuse lawsuits involving juveniles who were detained at the Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center (BCJJC), a detention facility in Baltimore, Maryland for juvenile offenders. A new law in Maryland now gives victims of child sexual abuse the ability to file civil lawsuits against the state to seek financial compensation even when the abuse occurred decades ago.

News and Updates:

February 3, 2025: The Maryland Child Victims Act (CVA), which took effect in 2023, eliminated the statute of limitations for civil lawsuits related to child sexual abuse. What made this legislation especially significant was its retroactive application, granting survivors the ability to file claims even for decades-old abuse. However, opponents quickly challenged the law, arguing it was unconstitutional under Maryland’s state constitution. The case was fast-tracked to the Maryland Supreme Court for review.

February 2, 2025

Cheltenham Youth Detention Center Sex Abuse Lawsuits

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

This page will discuss civil lawsuits being brought by former juvenile inmates at the Cheltenham You Detention Center who were the victims of sexual abuse at that facility. Countless young detainees at Cheltenham may have been victimized by staff or other offenders at the facility over the years. Thanks to a new law in Maryland, these victims are now coming forward and filing lawsuits to get financial compensation for their injuries.

News & Updates:

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February 2, 2025

Ultra-Processed Food Lawsuit

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

One piece of future litigation that is interesting is processed food childhood diabetes lawsuits. Our law firm is not currently handling lawsuits regarding childhood type 2 diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease linked to ultra-processed foods. But the prospect of future litigation is interesting and worth talking about.

Ulta-Processed Food Diabetes Lawsuit Updates

This litigation is moving forward quite quickly. Here is the latest news and updates:

February 1, 2025

Washington Personal Injury Settlements and Law

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

Miller & Zois is a national personal injury law firm. Our law firm routinely handles severe personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits nationwide, including Washington. Our firm has helped injury victims in Washington get compensation in various types of cases across the state, including medical malpractice, birth injuries, sex abuse, major auto accidents, and everything else.

Calculating Settlement Amounts in Personal Injury Lawsuits in Washington

Settlement payouts for personal injury claims in Washington are largely driven by the strength of the plaintiff’s case and the likelihood of winning at trial. It all starts there. The ability to present compelling evidence that establishes the defendant’s liability and proves damages puts significant pressure on defendants. They are more likely to settle when faced with the risk of a high jury payout. The prospect of losing at trial and paying even more in compensation—including legal fees—motivates defendants to offer larger settlements when they believe the plaintiff will win at trial.

February 1, 2025

Saxenda Gastroparesis Lawsuit

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

This page will look at Saxenda cancer and gastroparesis lawsuits. Saxenda is a weight loss drug that is similar to Ozempic. Several years ago, Saxenda was linked to an increased risk of pancreatic cancer. Now, new evidence has emerged that indicates that Saxenda might also cause a serious condition called gastroparesis (stomach paralysis).

Our firm is currently investigating Saxenda cases from anyone who used Saxenda for at least 6 months and was subsequently diagnosed with gastroparesis. Contact us at 800-553-8082 for a free consultation or get a free case evaluation online. Continue reading

February 1, 2025

How to Subpoena Cell Phone Records

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

Your cell phone tracks more about your life than you might realize—calls, texts, location data, and more. In legal cases, these digital footprints can become crucial pieces of evidence. But how accessible are these records? Can your phone records be subpoenaed without your knowledge? What do phone records actually show, and how can they be obtained?

This guide breaks down everything you need to know about subpoenas for phone records. Our lawyers explain the legal process for obtaining phone records, how much it costs to subpoena phone records, and whether you can access someone else’s records without their consent. We also discuss whether you can subpoena text messages and what kind of data wireless carriers store.

Whether you are involved in a lawsuit, need evidence for a legal dispute, or are simply concerned about your privacy, understanding the rules around cell phone records can be critical. Knowing when and how these records can be accessed may help you protect your rights or build a stronger case.

January 31, 2025

Thomas Waxter Detention Center Sexual Abuse Lawsuit

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

This page will look at sexual abuse lawsuits involving the Waxter Juvenile Detention Center in Laurel, Maryland. Countless children who were inmates at Waxter may have been the victims of sexual assault and abuse by the staff at the facility over the years.

Under a new law in Maryland, these victims of childhood sexual abuse can now file civil lawsuits against the state and get compensation for their suffering.

Our lawyers believe these juvenile detention center lawsuits will settle, and the settlement amounts will be high. If you have a sexual abuse lawsuit against a juvenile detention facility like Waxter, contact our sex abuse attorneys today for free consultation. Contact us online or call us at 800-553-8082.

January 27, 2025

Call of Duty Video Game Addiction Lawsuit

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

On this page, our national mass tort lawyers will look at Call of Duty video game addiction lawsuits. We will look at the features of Call of Duty that are intended to make it highly addictive, the developer’s failure to warn about the addictive nature of the game and the harmful impacts of video game addiction. We will also look at the allegations and legal claims being made in video game addiction lawsuits across the country, and the potential settlement value of these cases.

January 26, 2025

Utah Sex Abuse Lawsuit Settlements

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

This post will explain the basics of Utah sexual abuse lawsuits. Our lawyers examine how Utah law defines sexual abuse and assault and when victims of sexual abuse can file civil lawsuits and get compensation. We will also analyze the potential settlement value of sex abuse lawsuits in Utah.

How is Sexual Abuse Defined in Utah?

The legal definition of sexual abuse or sexual assault in Utah is essentially the same as it is in other states. Under Utah law, any form of unwanted and intentional sexual touching or contact can qualify as sex abuse. The touching can be considered “sexual” when it involves a person’s intimate body parts.

January 25, 2025

Fortnite Addiction Lawsuit

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

Video game addiction lawsuits, particularly those involving Fortnite, are gaining momentum as public awareness about the harm caused by gaming addiction grows. Fortnite, one of the most popular and addictive games in the world, has become the focal point of many gaming addiction lawsuits filed against its creator, Epic Games. These Fortnite lawsuits allege that Fortnite’s addictive qualities have caused severe mental, emotional, and physical harm, particularly to young players, sparking claims of negligent design and failure to warn.

Many lawyers rolled their eyes at these lawsuits when victims first began filing them. No one is rolling there eyes anymore. We are learning more and more about how Fortnite addiction is no accident.

Our lawyers discuss here gaming addiction and the very addictive qualities of Fornite specifically. We will also look at the allegations being made in Fortnite addiction lawsuits and the potential settlement amounts victims will see if these lawsuit are as succesful as our attorneys expect.