Insurance companies are not on your side. No matter how compassionate they sound, no matter how gently they prod into the events of the crash, their goal is to save as much money as possible while placing higher premiums on those found at fault for a crash. Here are...
Month: August 2020
Did You Reject UM/UIM Coverage? All You Need to Know About Uninsured/Underinsured Insurance Coverage Part 1
In the first blog post in a seven-part series, our Birmingham car accident lawyers explain uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) auto insurance coverage. Alabama law requires insurance companies to offer uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage to their...
Whistleblower Dangers of Reporting to In-House Counsel
In-house counsel do not represent the whistleblower’s interest. Danger lurks for whistleblowers who provide information to in-house counsel or provide that information without first reporting potential violations to the relevant external authorities. When dealing with...
Lawsuits Filed Against Makers of Paragard IUD
Since the 1980s, Paragard has been prescribed as a form of birth control to those who seek a non-hormonal and more convenient alternative to the birth control pill. However, in recent years, Paragard has come under scrutiny due to a string of lawsuits that claim the...
Cancer-Causing Substance Discovered in Zantac (Ranitidine) Products
Ranitidine, marketed under the brand name Zantac, is an H2 blocker that treats stomach and intestine ulcers and prevents them from returning after they have healed.1 It can treat heartburn and other esophageal issues arising from too much acid in the stomach.2 The...
New Dangerous Side Effects Discovered in Bladder Protectant Drug Elmiron
Pentosan polysulfate sodium, marketed under the brand name Elmiron, is used to treat bladder pain and discomfort associated with interstitial cystitis (IC).1 While its exact function is not clear,2 it may work by forming a layer on the bladder wall to protect it from...