Lawsuit Information Center

September 13, 2024

Hickey School Sexual Abuse Lawsuits

This page examines civil lawsuits involving sexual abuse of juvenile inmates at the Charles H. Hickey School (referred to as the “Hickey School”), a juvenile detention facility in Maryland. During its decades of operation, numerous child detainees at the Hickey School may have experienced sexual abuse perpetrated by staff members.

A recent Maryland law now empowers these victims to step forward and pursue civil lawsuits against the state to seek financial compensation. Our lawyers are handling these claims. If you have a potential sex abuse lawsuit against the Hickey School, call our Baltimore-based sex abuse lawyers today at 800-553-8082 or get a free online consultation. Our attorneys will fight to get you the overdue compensation that you deserve.

Sex Abuse Lawsuit News and Updates

September 12, 2024

Prilosec and Nexium Kidney Damage Lawsuit

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

Prilosec and Nexium kidney damage class action lawsuits are still being filed around the country.

Thousands of Proton Pump Inhibitor lawsuits have been filed around the country by plaintiffs who allege that PPI drugs like Nexium and Prilosec caused them to develop permanent kidney damage, bone fractures, and interstitial nephritis. As of August 2023, there are nearly 13,000 Nexium and Prilosec kidney damage lawsuits pending in a class action MDL. Settlement rumors in this litigation are swirling.

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September 12, 2024

Gardasil HPV Vaccine Lawsuit

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

Our lawyers are helping victims who want to bring a Gardasil HVP vaccine lawsuit throughout the United States. Our law firm is particularly focused on ovarian failure cases that lead to infertility in women who have taken Gardasil in the last few years.

Gardasil is a vaccine intended to prevent human papillomavirus (HPV), which can sometimes lead to cervical cancer in women. Gardasil was developed by the embattled pharmaceutical company Merck & Co.

Merck obtained FDA approval for Gardasil in 2006 based on deceptive research and clinical trials that misrepresented the vaccine’s efficacy while concealing its safety risks and side effects. Merck then launched an aggressive and highly misleading marketing campaign to include millions of parents vaccinating their pre-teen daughters with Gardasil.

September 11, 2024

Florida Car Accident Lawsuits

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

On this page, our car accident attorneys will discuss Florida auto accident lawsuits. Our attorneys will explain some of the relevant areas of Florida law that apply in auto tort cases. We will also discuss how to calculate settlement value in accident cases and we will provide examples of recent settlements and verdicts from Florida accident cases.

Florida is a big state both in terms of population and geographical size. It has over 21 million residents, making it the third-most populated state in the U.S. Even though it is a large state geographically, it ranks 8th in population density, and most of the population is crammed into a handful of urban hubs, including Miami, Jacksonville, Tampa, and Orlando.

Given the size of Florida’s population, it is hardly surprising that the state sees a lot of car accidents and injuries. In 2023, there were a total of 394,456 police-reported vehicle accidents in the state. Nearly 3,500 people were killed in Florida car accidents last year and over 250,000 people were physically injured.

September 9, 2024

Oregon Medical Malpractice Law and Settlements

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

Below is a summary of Oregon’s key laws and procedural rules for medical malpractice cases. We also provide information on the settlement value of medical malpractice cases in Oregon as well as summaries of recent verdicts and settlements.

Idaho Sex Abuse Lawsuits

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

This post will explain the basics of Idaho sexual abuse lawsuits. Our lawyers examine how Idaho 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 amounts for sex abuse lawsuits in Idaho.

Idaho Sex Abuse Lawsuits – News and Updates:

August 15, 2024 – Former Female Inmate Sues for Sexual Abuse by Guard

September 4, 2024

Child Sex Abuse Statistics

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

Sexual violence is a pervasive and deeply unsettling reality that affects millions of lives across the United States. The statistics paint a grim picture: about one in five women has experienced rape or attempted rape in their lifetime, and nearly a quarter of men have encountered some form of contact sexual violence.

Behind these numbers are real people—individuals whose lives have been irrevocably altered. These figures are not just statistics. They are testimonies of pain, loss, and the enduring impact of trauma. We have to always remember that every percentage point represents countless stories of human suffering.

This page will provide the most recent data and statistics on the incidence rates for child sexual abuse in the United States. These statistics are current as of September 2024 and are drawn from a collection of sources including government agencies and various non-profit organizations.

September 4, 2024

Insider Secrets for GEICO Accident Claims

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

GEICO (“Government Employees Insurance Company”) is the second-largest consumer auto insurer with over 15 million insured drivers.

Dealing with the GEICO claims adjuster can be challenging. Our lawyers want to make it easier for you. This post provides top insider secrets for dealing effectively with GEICO on accident claims and looks at settlement amounts you can expect in GEICO claims.

If you have a GEICO claim and want a lawyer who will maximize your settlement amount, call us today at 800-553-8082 or contact us online.

September 4, 2024

Cord Blood Gas and Birth Injuries

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

On this page, we will explain what cord blood gas analysis is and how the results of this test can be used to determine whether the baby suffered a birth injury during delivery as a result of oxygen loss.

Umbilical cord blood gas analysis assesses the fetal metabolic state at the time umbilical circulation ceases during childbirth. Clamping the umbilical cord is a standard practice after delivery, and research has shown that this test is crucial for evaluating a newborn’s health.

This analysis helps doctors determine if the baby sustained any birth injuries during delivery by indicating whether the baby is experiencing acidosis, a condition that can signal a hypoxic-ischemic event.

September 3, 2024

Arizona Personal Injury Settlements and Law

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

The average jury award in Arizona personal injury cases is $820,486. The median compensatory award for personal injury trials in Arizona is $30,000. Plaintiffs struggle on liability in Arizona: plaintiffs received damages in 40 percent of personal injury cases that go to trial. The national average is around 53%.

Arizona Personal Injury Verdicts and Settlements

$1 Million Verdict (2024 Arizona): The plaintiff alleged that a custom made candle he purchased for his mother, made with fragrance sold by defendant Binder Industries d/b/a Candlewic, was lit by his mother resulting in a flashover with flames two feet high, and in his attempt to put the fire out, his hands were both burned.