A recent study found that car seats might not be as safe as we think they are. Researchers found that many car seats are ineffective in preventing injuries in the event of a crash, while others contain toxic chemicals that are harmful to our health. This is alarming...
In May 2022, Teva and AbbVie’s Allergan unit reached a $161 million settlement in the state of West Virginia, including $27 million in Narcan, the overdose reversal drug. West Virginia claimed that the pharmaceutical companies exacerbated the opioid epidemic by...
The birth of a baby is a joyous occasion for West Virginia parents. However, a complicated delivery or difficult pregnancy can result in a birth injury, dampening that joy. In many situations, birth injuries can be prevented, making the current situation even worse...
West Virginia expectant parents expect their babies to come out healthy even when they’re taking certain vital prescription medication. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. A popular diabetes drug has been linked to birth defects in boys. What is the drug, and...
In 2020, over 17,300 babies were born in West Virginia. Of these babies, it is estimated that one out of every 33 will experience a birth defect. Though some birth defects are detected while the fetus is still in the womb, others aren't discovered until after birth....
Pedestrians take risks when they go about their routine business in West Virginia. Cars may pass them in a dangerously close manner. Highways and public streets are not the only dangerous locations. An accident could happen in a parking lot, and a vehicle does not...
No West Virginia parent thinks complications might happen during labor and childbirth. Unfortunately, they could happen and cause babies to suffer birth injuries. These are the most common complications. Preterm labor One of the most common labor complications is...
Having a baby can be one of the most significant moments of your life. West Virginia parents often want to know what they can do to keep the baby healthy in-utero and during delivery to protect their child and reduce the chances of medical malpractice. In some...
Air fryers have become very popular over the past few years for many West Virginia residents who are focused on the healthy option of cooking without oil and still enjoying certain foods. Another benefit that many users may expect is actually a minimal chance for...
Hundreds of consumers and their attorneys are filing massive lawsuits and winning against major corporations that sell dangerous products. Per- and poly-fluoroalkyl (PFAS) have become the central point of several, well-known product liability cases. Attorneys in West...
