On June 17, 2008, ABC News reported on a story wherein veterans from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan who are suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder are being recruited for government testing on the prescription drug Chantix.  In some cases, those who were recruited were paid $30 per month. 

            The United States Food and Drug Administration issued an Early Communication to the public and health care providers on November 20, 2007 that they were evaluating “…adverse event reports on Chantix related to changes in behavior, agitation, depressed mood, suicidal ideation, and actual suicidal behavior…”  Tragically, the Veterans’ Administration did not issue a letter to the veterans involved until February 29, 2008.    

            This comes mere months after news that some of  our veterans are receiving care in facilities which are dirty and animal infested.  Surely, they deserve much better than they are getting. 

            If you or someone you love has been a victim of the neglect from the Veterans Administration, you don’t need to go through this alone.  I would like to invite you to visit my website at www.dreamlegalteam.com.  Feel free to fill out an online consultation form or engage in a live chat.  Once again, the website is www.dreamlegalteam.com.  Don’t wait.

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             On June 6, 2008, a jury in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California ordered Taser International, Inc. to pay damages in the sum of $6.2 million to the family of Robert C. Heston who died on February 19, 2005 after being hit three times with Taser devices by members of the Salinas, California Police Department after Heston, who was reportedly high on methamphetamines, became violent.

            The amount the jury awarded included $1,021,000 in compensatory damages and $5.2 million in punitive damages.  The jury found Taser 15% responsible for the death and the deceased to be 85% responsible.  The jury found no responsibility on the officers involved. 

            This was the first loss for Taser in just over 70 cases.  Taser, who is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, plans to appeal.  There are currently 36 other cases pending against the company.

            If you or a member of your family have been injured as a result of this product,   I invite you to visit my website at www.dreamlegalteam.com.  You can fill out an online consultation form or engage in an online chat.   

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             On February 20, 2008, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a ruling in favor of Medtronic, Inc. which would substantially limit the legal options available to patients who have been injured by defective medical devices.  The Court ruled that, if federal legislators (such as the F.D.A.) approve a device, suit cannot be filed under State Laws. 

In this case, the catheter of the Medtronic defibrillator which had been implanted in the plaintiff, Charles Riegel, ruptured in his coronary artery.  Suit was brought alleging that the device was designed, labeled and manufactured  in a manner that violated the common law of New York. 

Now, more than ever, if you have a Medtronic defibrillator, you need to speak to an attorney who specializes in Medtronic cases.  Medtronic has issued recalls for units with defective leads.  Is yours one of the units that has been recalled?    If you are lucky, you need to go through a second surgery to implant a defibrillator which isn’t faulty.  If you’re not lucky, you could die.

            Unfortunately, we are seeing more and more claims for defective leads in defibrillators.  If you, or someone you know, have  a defibrillator, you need to find out if yours is one of the models which have been recalled.    You need someone who can discuss your options with you and who will fight for your rights.   You owe it to yourself to visit my website at www.dreamlegalteam.com before it is too late.   You can fill out an online consultation form or engage in an online chat. 

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             On May 29, 2008, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a voluntary recall of the Makit & Bakit Jewelry Sets and Suncatcher Sets.  The clasps on some of the jewelry contain high lead levels.  The items were imported by QuinCrafts of Dexter, Michigan from China. 

            The day before Little Tikes Chit ‘n Chat Toy Cell Phones were recalled because the hinge cover can detach and poses a choking hazard to young children.  These items were manufactured by Kids Station Toys International, Ltd. of Miami and were manufactured in China.

            This is certainly a stressful time to be a parent.  Toys are being recalled left and right because they can be dangerous.  Cribs, car seats and clothing have been recalled for various reasons.  Now, even some plastic baby bottles are being reported as potentially dangerous.  How do you know what’s safe for your child?

            While, it is helpful to keep an eye out for recalls, the sad fact is that most recalls begin because someone was injured by using a defective product. 

            Do you know what to do if you, or a family member, are injured because of an unsafe product?  Should you call the manufacturer?  What if they ask you to send the product back?  At times like these, you need the advice of someone who deals with defective products and the manufacturers every day.  You need an attorney who specializes in these claims to protect your rights and get you the compensation you deserve. 

            Our firm has been representing the victims of accidents for over 25 years and  I have had the privilege of working with some of the best attorneys in this country  If you or a member of your family have been the victim of an unsafe product, I invite you to visit my website at www.dreamlegalteam.com.  You can fill out an online consultation form or engage in an online chat.  Again, the website is www.dreamlegalteam.com.  Don’t wait. 

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             On May 30, 2008, a crane collapsed at a construction site in New York City killing a construction worker and the crane operator.  A third worker was also injured as was a person on the ground.  This was the second crane accident in three months in New York City.

            When a construction accident occurs, one generally thinks of the workers on the project as being at risk.  However, innocent bystanders can be injured as can the residents of nearby buildings.  And damage to the surrounding buildings can leave residents homeless.

            Investigations into these types of accidents can take a great deal of time and there is usually a lot of finger pointing going on.  But it is important to ascertain the causes of these accidents to prevent future catastrophes.

            It is also important for the victims, or their families, to obtain the information necessary to make certain that they receive the best medical care and fair compensation for their injuries.

            At a time like this, you need to speak to an attorney who specializes in construction accidents and is familiar with the procedures involved.  Are you a worker or a bystander?  Is this a job being performed by a private company or a municipality?  Believe me, these things matter.

            So, if you, or someone you know, has been hurt in a construction accident, I invite you to visit my website at www.dreamlegalteam.com.  You can fill out an online consultation form or engage in an online chat.   Don’t wait. 

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            Many times, when an automobile accident occurs, the cause is determined to be human error.  Perhaps the driver fell asleep at the wheel or just didn’t notice that car coming into the intersection or was talking on a cellular phone and was distracted.  These accident causes are far too common.

            However, auto accidents don’t always occur because of the fault of the driver.   Often a defect in the vehicle itself can cause the accident or turn a survivable accident into a fatality. 

            Unless you never watch television or pick up a newspaper, you have probably heard stories about:

·        Airbags which fail to deploy, deploy with too much force or deploy without the occurrence of accident;

·        Seatbelt buckle failure or seatbelts unlatching;

·        Fuel system components which leak due to crash damage causing a fire or explosion;

·        Steering components which break causing a loss of control of the vehicle;

·        Tires which blow out causing loss of control of the vehicle; or

·        S.U.V.’s which tend to rollover after being involved in an accident.

Auto manufacturers recall millions of vehicles every year for problems such as

these.  Unfortunately, far too many deaths occur prior to these recalls or because the people occupying these vehicles weren’t aware of the recalls.

            If you, or a family member, were involved in an accident due to a defect in parts or design, would you know what to do?  Did you know that it is imperative to have an expert do a thorough inspection of the vehicle before the insurance companies destroy it?  If you said “no”, don’t feel bad.  Most people don’t realize that when their vehicle is totaled and sent into the “crusher”, precious evidence is being destroyed. 

            You need an advocate who specializes in auto accidents and defective vehicles, someone who will fight for you to obtain the compensation to which you are entitled. 

            Our firm has been representing the victims of automobile, truck and motorcycle accidents for over 25 years.  I invite you to visit our website if you, or someone you know has been injured by a defective vehicle..  You can fill out an online consultation form or engage in an online chat.  The website is www.dreamlegalteam.com.  Don’t wait. 

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            As I sit and write this, it is nearly 80° outside.  Summer is quickly approaching.  It is days like this when most people would like to head for the nearest lake or ocean.  If you are fortunate enough to own a boat, you are familiar with the enjoyment watercraft can bring.  But do you know the hazards?

            The U. S. Coast Guard says that there were 710 deaths related to boating accidents in 2006.  Of those, 29 were children 12 years of age or younger.  The number of  injuries are in the thousands.  The Coast Guard lists the main contributing factors to boating accidents as being: operator inattention, careless or reckless operation, excessive speed, passenger or skier behavior, no proper lookout, operator inexperience and alcohol usage. 

            If you or a loved one has been injured in a boating accident, you need the advice of an attorney specializing in Maritime Law.    Who will pay for your medical expenses or lost wages?  Are you entitled to compensation for pain and suffering?  You need answers to your questions and you need them now.

            Our firm has been representing accident victims for over 25 years.  During that time, I have had the privilege of working with some of the best Maritime Attorneys around.  If you are in need of an attorney regarding a boating accident, I invite you to visit my website at www.dreamlegalteam.com.  You can fill out an online consultation form or engage in an online chat.  Again, the website is www.dreamlegalteam.com.  Don’t wait. 

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           Did you know that there were 11,451 train accidents in the United States from January to November, 2007?  Did you know that 795 people died in those accidents or that 7,423 people were injured?  Compared to auto accident statistics, this might not sound like a lot.  But if you were injured in a train accident or had a loved one who was injured or killed, every accident is one too many.

            If you are one of these unfortunate people, do you know how long you have to make a claim against the railroad?  Who is going to pay your medical bills and lost wages?  Are you entitled to compensation for pain and suffering?  Most people don’t know the answers to these questions.  They need help and they need it now!  If you have been injured in a train accident, you need an attorney experienced in railroad litigation.

            Our firm has been representing accident victims for over 25 years.  If you or a member of your family have been the victim of a train accident,  I invite you to visit my website at www.dreamlegalteam.com.  You can fill out an online consultation form or engage in an online chat.  Again, the website is www.dreamlegalteam.com.  Don’t wait. 

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           In my opinion, one of the most enjoyable and relaxing experiences you can have is to take a leisurely ride on your motorcycle.  The scenery can be beautiful and motorcycles get excellent gas mileage.  However, if you are involved in an accident while on a motorcycle, this enjoyable experience can turn tragic very quickly.

            The sad fact is that motorcycles offer little protection to their rider in an accident and are sometimes difficult for other motorists to see.  Because of this, the injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident are frequently far more serious than the injuries sustained in an automobile. 

            If it isn’t hard enough to recover from these serious injuries, the operator or passenger on a motorcycle has to worry about the medical bills and lost wages.  Most motorcycles do not carry medical coverage on their bikes.  This is fine if you have good health insurance.  If you don’t have health insurance, you can go deep into debt with medical bills. 

            If you have been seriously injured due to the negligence of another driver, you need an attorney experienced in handling motorcycle cases.  You need someone who has your interests at heart.  You need an advocate who will fight for you to obtain the compensation to which you are entitled. 

            Our firm has been representing the victims of automobile, truck and motorcycle accidents for over 25 years.  If you or a member of your family have been the victim of a motorcycle accident,  I invite you to visit my website at www.dreamlegalteam.com.  You can fill out an online consultation form or engage in an online chat.  Again, the website is www.dreamlegalteam.com.  Don’t wait. 

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            Most people think of a farm as a peaceful place filled with sunshine and country fresh air.  For the most part, it probably is.  But a farm can mean hard work and sometimes danger. 

            Modern farm equipment makes life a lot easier for the farmer.  But accidents do happen.  Farm workers can be pulled into or run over by the machinery which is meant to make their lives easier.  Some of these accidents can be due to human carelessness or a defect in the equipment.  The safety guards could have been removed during servicing and not replaced. 

            Large farm animals pose another hazard for the farmer.  As most people know, the hooves of a horse are powerful and can inflict painful and sometimes life threatening injuries. 

            To complicate matters even more, is the fact that assistance is not available immediately to those who are injured on a farm.  An accident that happens out in a corn field could go unnoticed for hours. 

            If you or a family member were injured in a farm accident, would you know what to do?  Most people don’t.  They are too busy trying to care for the injured victim or arrange a funeral for those who don’t make it to think about their legal rights.  At that time, you need someone whose job it is to think about your rights.  You need an attorney who specializes in farm accident.    

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