By Ryan E. Alekman, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Daycare owner, Shannon Veradt, of Taunton, Massachusetts, was allegedly found passed out on the second floor of her home while the children she was supposed to be caring for were unattended downstairs. Her own mother…
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Strangulation Risks Prompt Three Separate Recalls of Roman Blinds and Roller Shades
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has recalled several styles of roman blinds and roller shades due to the possibility that they might pose a strangulation risk for children. No fatal incidents have been reported. ISDANS, TUPPLUR, and…
Fulton County School Bus Driver Arrested for Inappropriate Relationship / Conduct with a Student
By Stephanie F. Brown, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network School bus drivers and teachers have a duty to provide for the education and safety of children. When a person takes a job of such importance and responsibility, it is vital that the person is…
Atlantic City New Jersey Casinos Fined for Underage Gambling
By Robert Fernicola, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Gambling is legal in Atlantic City but not for those under the age of 21 which includes teens and young children. Two Atlantic City casinos were fined a total $85,000 for allowing underage gambling. Bally’s Atlantic…
Breaking News by Martin Fletcher – 30 Years as a Foreign Correspondent and News Journalist
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Martin Fletcher is the NBC News Bureau Chief based in Tel Aviv, Israel. During his 30 year career, Mr. Fletcher has travelled to many countries as a news reporter, correspondent, and / or cameraman. It is clear through Fletcher’s reporting…
Los Angeles, California – Consumer Watchdog Files Suit Against Insurance Companies for Denying Autism Treatment
By Scott A. Marks, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Consumer Watchdog has filed a lawsuit alleging that California state insurance regulators allow insurance companies to deny necessary treatment to autistic children in violation of state law. The lawsuit seeks to compel the California Department…
Pfizer Focuses on Autism
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Diane Stephenson, a Pfizer researcher, has two nephews and a niece who suffer from Autism. Her colleague, Howie Mayer, has two children of his own with Autism. The two have worked together at Pfizer to create a research unit that…
Mattel, Fisher-Price Agree to Refunds and Compensation for Families Who Purchased Toxic Toys
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In June of 2009, Mattel and its subsidiary Fisher-Price, were accused by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission of knowingly selling millions of children’s toys that were contaminated with lead paint, exposing children to lead poisoning. Mattel and Fisher-Price…
Chesnee, South Carolina – Daycare Operator (Gena Lynn Grigg) Charged With Abuse
By Aaron Edwards, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Chesnee, South Carolina daycare operator, Gena Lynn Grigg, was arrested by officers of the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office after police said she abused a child in her care. She has been charged with unlawful neglect of…
Stow-Munroe, Ohio – Special Needs Children Get Help After High School at Transition Fair
By Will Brown, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network While most students graduate at the age 18 and go on to higher education or into the work force, special needs children usually follow a different path. Stow-Monroe high school officials are hosting their first-ever “Transition…