In our previous blog, we examined a report from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) which indicates faulty medical devices have played a role in 83,000 deaths and 1.7 million injuries worldwide in the last 10 years. In that piece, we also looked at promises from the FDA to revise and improve the …
On January 24th, Chad McLain of Graves McLain appeared on KTUL’s Good Day Tulsa to discuss the requirements of responsible dog ownership, as well as liability issues that negligent owners could face. Watch the video: About Dog Ownership According to current sources, there are approximately 89.7 million dogs in U.S. households. Oklahoma ranks among the …
The family of a two-year-old Arizona boy who died after a routine dental procedure has filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against the clinic that performed the work. A detailed article on the case and the allegations behind it is available here. According to the police, the young boy was placed under anesthesia at a local …
While energy drinks are certainly popular, the World Health Organization and other organizations suggest that they may pose a danger to public health. In 2013, the worldwide market for energy drinks was $39 million. That market is predicted to reach million by 2021. A detailed examination of the potential harms of energy drinks appears here. …
A United States District Court judge ruled that a wrongful death lawsuit brought by the family of a Massachusetts man killed in a tractor-trailer crash near Oklahoma City can proceed. A detailed article on this fatal collision is available here. The judge rejected a motion filed by Missouri’s New Prime Inc. trucking company to dismiss …
A recent report issued by Reuters suggests executives and other officials within Johnson & Johnson (J&J) have known for decades that the talcum used to create the company’s signature baby powder products contained asbestos, and failed to notify federal regulators. An article summarizing the findings is available here. A History of Suppression After examining trial …
On December 13th, attorney Chad McLain of Graves McLain appeared on KTUL’s Good Day Tulsa to discuss dangerous toys and gifts, and the dangers they can present to infants and younger children. With these insights, Graves McLain hopes to help parents protect their young ones from harm this holiday season. Watch the video: Consumer Advocacy …
In a recent case of medical malpractice, a Florida woman lost a healthy kidney when her surgeon mistakenly removed it. An article on the tragic surgical error appears here. A Terrible Mistake A Palm Beach, Florida woman in her early fifties entered the hospital for routine back surgery, only to leave with one kidney. During …
New liquor laws went into effect in Oklahoma as of October 1st, 2018. While these changes have been well-received by beer drinkers and alcohol distributors, they have raised concerns with substance abuse and public safety experts. The changes have many concerned that expanded access could cause harm and raise the potential for abuse. A detailed …
On November 21st, Chad McLain of Graves McLain appeared on KTUL’s Good Day Tulsa to discuss drunk and distracted driving, and the danger it can present during the holiday season. He offered insight on how to identify and eliminate risks on the road. Watch the video: Defining Drunk or Distracted Driving According to Mothers Against …
