Posts by Crandall & Pera Law, LLC
The Dangers of Truck Tire Blowouts
It’s a familiar sight on the side of the highway (or sometimes right in the middle of the lane) – chunks of tire from an 18-wheeler’s blowout. Blowouts from a truck can cause a hazard for other drivers by scattering debris across the road. They also cause dangerous situations for the truckers themselves by making…
Read MoreUmbilical Cord Prolapse and Birth Injuries
The umbilical cord is a literal lifeline that connects the fetus to the placenta, providing the growing baby with the oxygen and nutrients it needs to stay alive. The cord plays this essential role through pregnancy, labor, and delivery—and once the baby is delivered and able to breathe on its own, the umbilical cord is…
Read MoreThe Odd, Healing Link Between TBI and Gatorade
A recent interview with two doctors from Medical College of Georgia delved into their research on traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and how a popular blue food dye might help patients heal more quickly. Dr. John Vender, the Vice Chair of MCG’s department of neurosurgery, and Dr. Krishnan Dhandapani, an MCG neuroscientist, spoke to The Means…
Read MoreMarc Pera Secures $515,000 Verdict against General Surgeon in Cincinnati
Crandall & Pera Law will always fight on behalf of those who have sustained serious injuries because of medical negligence. That is why we are proud to announce that firm co-founder Marc Pera has obtained a $515,000 medical malpractice verdict against a General Surgeon in Cincinnati on behalf of the family of Monica McKnight. Before…
Read MoreLimbrel Capsules Linked to Potentially Deadly Health Problems
On December 5, 2017, the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) recommended that Limbrel capsules, intended for the treatment of osteoarthritis, be recalled. The FDA advisory concerning Limbrel, which is manufactured by Primus Pharmaceuticals, stated that the product has been connected to incidents of liver injury and other serious health issues. The agency recommended that consumers immediately…
Read MoreCars in Buildings – Stats, Causes, Prevention, and Legal Consequences
It is well known and understood that car crashes are a danger to drivers, passengers, motorcyclists, pedestrians, and bicycle riders. Many of us hear of and sometimes witness the aftermath of such accidents on the roadways. However, fewer people are accustomed to hearing about and witnessing another type of car accident – the car incursion.…
Read MoreNorth Dakota Rules Damage Caps in Medical Malpractice Cases Unconstitutional
North Dakota took a giant step in the right direction for victims of medical malpractice. In early January, South Central Judicial District Judge Cynthia Feland ruled that the state’s arbitrary damage cap on medical malpractice verdicts was unconstitutional, “saying it deprives the most catastrophically injured patients of full compensation and thus denies them equal protection…
Read MoreWhich Automakers Saw the Biggest Recalls in 2017?
For many, 2016 was the Year of the Recall. Takata’s defective airbags accounted for much of that total, but almost every major automaker faced a recall that year. As of December 20th, however, 2017 had seen its fair share of recalls, too: 28,146,661 recalled vehicles, to be exact. It falls far short of the 52,985,779…
Read MorePeople Are Leaving Ohio and Kentucky in Droves – But Why?
Every year, United Van Lines releases its list of which states saw the most inbound and outbound moves. Illinois topped the list of people moving away (643% of all moves were outbound), and Vermont topped the list of people moving in (68% of all moves were inbound). Overall, it seems people are moving more west…
Read MoreMedical Device Tracking Needed to Protect Consumers
When your car has a recall, you might get a letter in the mail, or an email, or even a personal phone call from the dealership where you purchased it. If a food in your fridge is recalled, you can check your receipt and the tracking information on the product itself to see if it…
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