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Beware of Dangerous Shelhigh Medical Devices

Ricky Bagolie — Thu, 03 May 2007 07:47:18 GMT

Shelhigh, Inc of Union, New Jersey, has been told by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to recall all of its medical devices in the marketplace, including hospitals, as there is a fear that the devices are not sterile. They manufacutured various devices that are used in adults infants and children. Anyone who experiences problems or injury as a result of the use of these medical devices should contact the FDA You should also contact Bagolie Friedman Injury Lawyers for a confidential and free consultation.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Ricky Bagolie

Bad Pet Food Causes Kidney Failure & Death

Ricky Bagolie — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 08:26:38 GMT

Pet food giant, Menu Foods, has recalled more than 60 million cans and pouches of wet style dog and cat food after it has been linked to kidney failure and death in many pets. The company, based in Canada, has plants in Kansas and New Jersey that produced the tainted food. A full list of the recalled products may be found at www.menufoods.com/recall.

Menu Foods may be subject to lawsuits on behalf of pet owners who have suffered losses and medical bills as a result of the tainted pet food.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Ricky Bagolie

State Farm Wrongfully Denied Katrina Claims

Ricky Bagolie — Fri, 01 Sep 2006 22:08:23 GMT

Is anyone surprised that a giant insurance company has defrauded it's customers to increase profits? A Houston Chronicle article reports that two sisters working for a State Farm contract company revealed the company's fraudulent tactics to deny Katrina victims' claims. According to their lawyer, the company manipulated engineers' reports of storm damage. Several reports were based on a "cookie-cutter" template that concluded water or wind-driven storm surge was responsible for damage.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Ricky Bagolie

Your Rights Under New Jersey Workers' Compensation

Ricky Bagolie — Thu, 06 Apr 2006 01:35:59 GMT

What is workers' compensation (also known as workers comp)? Laws passed by New Jersey require that your employer, or your employer's insurance company, compensate you, or your family, for injuries or death that may occur while you are working.

Speak to a workers' compensation lawyer if you are unsure of your rights or are denied benefits as the consultations are ususally free.

Benefits you may be entitled to:

Weekly benefits while you are temporarily totally disabled and unable to work.
Payment of your medical expenses.
Weekly payments or a lump sum payment for partial or total disability resulting from a work related injury.

You can recover a money award for injuries suffered from an accident on the job. You may also collect compensation for occupation injury and disease resultiing from exposure to noise, dust, fumes, asbestos and chemicals. Examples of some medical conditions which may be caused by workplace exposure are Lung conditions, Cancers, Heart conditions, Asbestosis, Hearing problems, Eye, ear, nose and throat problems and repetitive stress disorders (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome). The death of a worker from an accident or occupational exposure is also covered to protect dependent family members. New Jersey law provides for payments to an employee's spouse and qualified dependents.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Ricky Bagolie

Woman Struck By Car In Jersey City Remains In Critical Condition

Chrissie Cole — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:46:00 GMT

A DeKalb woman remains in critical condition at Jersey City Medical Center after being struck by a pickup truck on Tuesday night.

The woman, 25, suffered head trauma and other internal injuries when she was hit by the truck at the intersection of Kennedy Boulevard and Newark Avenue. She was stabilized in the ER and moved to the ICU, officials said.

The driver told police made the turn on a green light, but did not see the woman, nor did he realize he struck her. After hearing someone screaming at him, he stopped.

The driver fled the scene after several people assaulted him when he exited the vehicle. He stopped moments later and notified the police of the accident. He has not been charged.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

Bicycle Frames Recalled By Norco

Chrissie Cole — Tue, 19 May 2009 23:10:00 GMT

Norco Performance Bikes, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is voluntarily recalling Norco Bicycle Frames because they can crack and separate, causing a fall hazard to riders.

To date, the company has received one report of a rider falling from the bicycle and fracturing their collar bone.

The recall, which involves 3,600 bicycle frames, includes the following model year and names: 2007 Team DH, 2008 Team DH, Aline Park, Aline, Atomik, Shore 1,2,3, 2009 Atomik (without gussets). All colors are included in the recall and the model name is printed on a decal on the top tube of each frame/bike.

The agency warns consumers to stop using the recalled bicycle frame immediately and to contact a local Norco dealer for information about a replacement frame.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact your local Norco dealer or call (800) 663-8916 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday PT or visit the firm’s Web site at www.norco.com or e-mail at recall@norco.com

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

7 Year-Old Dies in One Car Accident

Jenny Albano — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:38:27 GMT

A seven year-old girl died after a car crash that occurred on Monday, February 18 at around 12:30 P.M. The crash took place on the New Jersey Turnpike and injured the girl's mother and sister.

Marianne Duffy, 38, of Chevy Chase, Md., was southbound on the highway in Mercer County, near Exit 8 in East Windsor, when she lost control of her car around 12:30 p.m. Monday, said state police Sgt. Stephen Jones.

The BMW drove off the side of the road and veered inside the guardrail, and eventually went up a bridge embankment and hit the underside support beams of the bridge overpass.

The daughter, Caroline Duffy, was pronounced dead at the scene. Marianne Duffy incurred life-threatening injuries and was taken to Capital Health System's Fuld Hospital. Duffy's other daughter, 4-year-old Claire, had some minor injuries but was okay.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jenny Albano

Seoul Shik Poom Recalls Frozen Salted and Dried Yellow Croaker

Jenny Albano — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 22:05:05 GMT

Seoul Shik Poom, Inc., in conjunction with the FDA, is recalling Frozen Salted and/or Dried Yellow Croaker because it may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, which is a bacteria that can cause sever illness or even death.

The following products are being recalled:
Item # Description Weight (lbs)
-BG1103
Bupsungpo) Fz. Salted Yellow Croaker (bag)
2.2Lbs
-BG1121B
Polar) Fz. Dried Yellow Croaker (bag)
4.5Lbs
-BG1121
Polar) Fz. Dried Yellow Croaker (bag)
2.2Lbs
-BG1122B
Polar) Fz. Dried Yellow Croaker (bag)
4.5Lbs
-BG1124
Choripdong) Fz. Yellow Croaker (bulk box)
29.73Lbs
-BG1124A
Choripdong) Fz. Yellow Croaker (bulk box)
31.6Lbs
-BG1123
Choripdong) Fz. Yellow Croaker (bulk box)
30.83Lbs

The FDA has stated that consumers should not consume any of these products, even if they do not smell or look spoiled.

Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.

These products were sold in New York, New Jersey, and Maryland and was sold through retail stores. The Yellow Croaker comes in a clear plastic bag and is tied with a rope. The problem with the product was discovered during routine testing and so far no illnesses have been reported to the company.

For more information on this subject, please refer to our section on Defective and Dangerous Products.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jenny Albano

Patients at Risk from Long Island Doctor Who Reused Needles

Jenny Albano — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 18:13:27 GMT

At least 630 patients may be at risk for HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C after a Long Island doctor reused needles and syringes on patients, states new York health officials.

The at risk patients were only notified of the problem last week after a three-year investigation was finished. It is known that at least two of the doctors patients have already contracted hepatitis C, which is an inflammation of the liver caused by a virus. Officials have known about the infections in these patients for over a year and a half and are just now informing the doctor's other patients.

State health department spokeswoman Claudia Hutton says the physician, an anesthesiologist, could not be identified because of rules set by the state's disciplinary board for doctors.

For more information on this subject, please refer to our section on Medical Malpractice and Negligent Care.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jenny Albano

Everlasting Distributors, Inc. Recalls Blue Ocean Smoked Indian Sardine Tamban Due to Potential Contamination

Jenny Albano — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 02:15:33 GMT

Everlasting Distributors, Inc., in conjunction with the FDA, is recalling Blue Ocean Smoked Indian Sardine Tamban in 8 oz. packaged frozen because it may be contaminated with the bacterium that causes botulism, which is a potentially life-threatening food-bourne illness.

Blue Ocean Smoked Indian Sardine Tamban was distributed in New York and New Jersey areas and it reached consumers through retail stores. Blue Ocean Indian Sardine Tamban comes in an uncoded white styropor foam tray and vacuum packed with a clear plastic bag.

So far no illnesses have been reported to the company. The possibility of contamination was found during routine testing by the company.

The FDA and Everlasting Distributors, Inc. are warning all consumers to not eat any of the product, even if it does not seem to be spoiled or contaminated.

Side effects from botulism begin anytime from 6 hours to 2 weeks after consuming the botulinum toxin. Symptoms can include dry mouth, difficulty swallowing, blurred vision, slurred speech, drooping eyelids, and muscle weakness all down the body. Botulism can cause respiratory and body paralysis, which can lead to death due to respiratory failure.

For more information on this subject, please refer to our section on Defective and Dangerous Products.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jenny Albano