Lawsuit Information Center

October 11, 2023

Car and Motorcycle Collisions

Riding a motorcycle can be extremely dangerous because in the event of an accident with another vehicle (usually a car) the motorcycle rider is left completely unprotected and exposed. Even a relatively minor, low speed accident between a car and a motorcycle can have catastrophic consequences for anyone on the motorcycle.

This page will look at some of the most common causes of collisions between cars and motorcycles and how the motorcycle rider can get financial compensation for their injuries by filing a motorcycle accident lawsuit.

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October 1, 2023

Herniated Disc Case Settlements in Florida

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

I think it is useful to write about jury verdicts and give thoughts as to why I think the jury found as they did and the issues that arose in the case. Why? Because people are looking online for information about the value of their cases. So we summarize one case, Mayrink v. Luchsinger, the long way and then give sample settlements and verdicts in more Florida disc injury cases.On our website, we provide a ton of verdict information for victims, many of whom suffered a herniated disc. This helps give some lens to the value of a case. But it hardly tells the real story of the claim and why a jury may have valued it how they did. So hopefully posts like this help educate those looking for answers.

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Facts of Mayrink v. Luchsinger

This is a herniated disc case. The plaintiff, a painter by trade, crashed into a median strip after being pushed off the road by the defendant who must have changed lanes without looking. Usually, in these lane change cases, you almost invariably have a liability fight on your hands. Defense counsel in this case, probably wisely, admitted responsibility. Why is this wise? Defense counsel often admits liability because they know if they fight and lose there is real credibility lost on the scope of the injuries battle. By admitting fault, the defendant seems more credible and honest than if they fight on liability and lose. Continue reading

September 25, 2023

Statute of Limitations on Sexual Abuse Cases

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

This page will explain the statute of limitations on civil lawsuits for sexual abuse and sexual assault. Every state has its own separate law on the statute of limitations and the facts of each individual case are often very unique, so it is important to consult with an attorney to evaluate how the statute of limitations applies to your case.

If you have been the victim of sexual abuse or sexual assault, contact the sex abuse lawyers at Miller & Zois for a free, confidential evaluation of your case.

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September 15, 2023

Missouri Medical Malpractice Damage Cap

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

Missouri has caps on noneconomic damages in medical malpractice lawsuits. There is no cap on economic damages. Here are the caps under § 538.210:

September 14, 2023

Idaho Personal Injury Settlement Amounts

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

According to Jury Verdict Research, the average personal injury award in Idaho was $429,119.

That data is a little old. There are a number of estimates for the average payout for an Idaho personal injury case. So this is most settlement amounts, not jury awards. The average payout for an Idaho personal injury claim that we have seen that seems the most accurate for 2023 is $45,000.

Idaho Personal Injury Verdicts and Settlements

September 14, 2023

Africa’s Best Hair Relaxer Lawsuit

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

A new medical study has found that the chemicals in hair relaxers or straighteners can cause uterine cancer and other hormone-related conditions in women. Africa’s Best no-lye relaxer is one the more popular brands of hair relaxer, and it is manufactured by House of Cheatham, Inc. Hair relaxer lawsuits are being brought in all 50 states against House of Cheatham and other companies who sell chemical relaxer products. The lawsuits allege that relaxers such as Africa’s Best caused the plaintiffs to develop uterine cancer or other injuries.

This post will discuss the new medical evidence linking relaxers to uterine cancer and the lawsuits against House of Cheatham regarding Africa’s Best line of relaxer products.

Hair Relaxer Litigation September 2023 Update

September 10, 2023

Discovery of Benzene in Spray Deodorants May Lead to Recall and Lawsuits

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

Product safety testing discovered dangerous levels of benzene in several major brands of spray-on deodorant (and body spray).

Benzene is a notorious human carcinogen that has been shown to cause leukemia. Unsafe levels of the carcinogen were found in some of the most popular deodorant brands including Old Spice, Secret, Suave, and Tag. The FDA has established a benzene limit of 2 ppm in cosmetics. Yet, independent lab tests revealed that some recalled deodorants and antiperspirants had benzene concentrations as high as 9 ppm.

The discovery of benzene in spray-on deodorants could have major ramifications similar to those seen after benzene was found in sunscreen earlier this year. We could see sweeping product recalls before the end of 2021, followed by hundreds of product liability lawsuits against the deodorant manufacturers.

August 31, 2023

Florida Mesothelioma Lawyers

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

The national mesothelioma and asbestos lawyers at Miller & Zois represent victims of asbestos exposure across the state of Florida. Have the skills and resources to get Florida mesothelioma victims maximum compensation. This page will look at mesothelioma lawsuits in Florida and their average settlement value.

About Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is a unique type of cancer that is only known to be cause by exposure to asbestos. Mesothelioma originates in the lining surrounding the lungs and other organs inside the body.

August 15, 2023

Orlando Car Accident Lawsuits and Settlements

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

On this page, our car accident attorneys will discuss Orlando auto accident lawsuits. We will explain some of the relevant areas of Florida law that apply in auto tort cases and we will discuss how much settlement compensation plaintiffs typically get in car accident lawsuits in Orlando.

Auto Accidents in Orlando

The city of Orlando, in Organ County, FL, has a population of just over 300,000. The larger Orlando metropolitan area includes over 2.5 million people. In addition to all of these local residents, however, are large numbers of tourists who populate Orlando and the surrounding area all year round. Walt Disney World has made Orlando the 4^th most visited city in the U.S.

August 11, 2023

Negligent Security Lawsuits

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

On this page, our lawyers will explain the basics of negligent security lawsuits (also referred to as inadequate security lawsuits). Negligent security lawsuits are a subset of premises liability in which property owners are held liable for unsafe conditions that cause injury to visitors or customers. In negligent security cases, the property owner or business is held liable for failing to provide adequate security to protect guests from violence.

We will outline the basic elements of negligent security cases, which are the same in every state. We will also discuss the settlement payout value of inadequate security lawsuits across the country by discussing the factors that impact the value of these cases and looking at recent reported settlements and verdicts in prior cases.

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