More than eight trillion microbeads—small plastic bits of polyethylene used in some face/cosmetic products and even toothpaste—have entered the water in the U.S. (and many more occupy the world’s water supply). In fact, it’s such an issue, that researchers from all over the world are trying to get lawmakers to do something about it. Unable … Continued

As the International Business Times highlighted earlier this month, injury cases involving police misconduct—ranging from false arrest to serious police brutality —are growing rapidly at the moment. More and more people documenting abuse at the hands of the police—as well as the promise of settlements—are contributing to the rise. In particular, according to a study … Continued

Recently, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) accused Volkswagen (VW) of selling nearly half a million diesel cars after intentionally bypassing minimal standards that screen for air pollution (in spite of these cars promising to be better on fuel efficiency and the environment). Specifically, the exhaust from the Volkswagen diesel engines includes larger particulates, which are … Continued

Although getting exercise on a regular basis is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, it seems that every day, we hear about a new type gym or way to get fit that could very well place you in danger. Gym Waivers Typically, when you join a gym, you sign a waiver and release form … Continued

The Washington Post recently did an article on the potential repercussions of thousands of low-income patients in Louisiana losing access to reproductive health services if the state cuts of Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood, including access to necessities such as breast exams and HIV tests. The announcement from Gov. Jindal arose from a concern specifically … Continued

An investigation released this month revealed a number of environmental hazards on the sites of two federal government prisons: ASUP Thomson in Illinois and ADX Florence in Colorado—facilities built to house prisoners in solitary confinement. Specifically, a number of organizations sent a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) questioning why these facilities do not … Continued

Expert witnesses are crucial to medical malpractice cases. They speak to what is arguably the most difficult hurdle with these cases—causation—because of their medical expertise. An expert witness in a medical malpractice case can also help to educate the jury about any other medical information that arises and the costs associated with certain injuries that … Continued

This month, officials with the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals found three cases of salmonella in the state of Louisiana—cases that are potentially part of a 27-state outbreak that has already made close to 300 people sick. Specifically, the cases were in the northeast and northwest Baton Rouge area (as well as out of … Continued

Recent news coming out of California regarding labels for glyphosate—a main ingredient for many brands of herbicide—has consumers realizing that they have been exposed to a chemical known to cause cancer without any prior warning. Specifically, state regulators with the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (part of the California Environmental Protection Agency) announced (on … Continued