Author: Michael Bigos, Esq. Update: A deadline for survivors of child sex abuse to file a claim in the Boy Scouts of America bankruptcy case is November 16, 2020 The news that the Boy Scouts of America has decided to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy means that the organization is restructuring and staying “in business.” For many who were sexually […]
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JUUL Lawsuits Seek Compensation for Deceptive Marketing, Addiction, Injury, and Death
For decades, Americans have known about the dangers and risks of cigarette smoking. So, too, did the tobacco companies that deceived consumers and concealed the catastrophic health effects of their products. Many of these companies were ultimately held accountable and paid hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation to those who suffered from the ravages of smoking. Now, e-cigarette manufacturers, […]
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Winter Truck Accidents: What to do if You’ve Been Hit
Hundreds of people in Maine are injured and several killed each year in winter crashes, some involving large commercial trucks. This article reviews the hazards posed by commercial trucks on winter roadways. We list five tools for preventing a winter collision, give you advice on what to do if youâve been hurt in accident involving a truck, and provide useful links to more specific resources.