On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Jan 30, 2018 | Blog
A new report suggests that more pregnant women in the U.S were infected by the Zika virus than previously thought. Researchers have documented a surge in total birth defects, including birth defects like microcephaly that are chiefly associated with Zika.The research...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Jan 16, 2018 | Blog
A state court judge in North Dakota recently ruled that capping non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases is unconstitutional.Many states around the U.S. have enacted such “tort reform” measures, only to have them struck down. Such laws are...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Dec 21, 2017 | Blog
If you’re pregnant, or trying to be, you may be overwhelmed by the changes taking place in your own body. It can affect nearly everything in your life, and that includes prescription medications you rely on. There may even be potential side effects for your...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Dec 21, 2017 | Blog
The holiday season is a busy time for everyone. That’s especially true if you have taken on a part-time or regular job in retail, shipping, or other seasonal work. The rush to accommodate all the customers or push everything out the door in time for delivery can...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Dec 19, 2017 | Blog
Drunk Driver, Texting Teen and Road Rage tragedies make headlines. But the vast majority of auto accidents have a more mundane cause. Traffic violations. Distractions. Sleep deprivation. Dumb things drivers do.Most of the 6 million motor vehicle accidents every year...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Dec 1, 2017 | Blog
Knowing the dangerous stretches to avoid is no consolation if your loved one is injured or killed on some side street. But crowdsourcing of accident sites and applied technology is helping identify problem areas and address solutions.Various public safety groups and...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Nov 27, 2017 | Blog
When you are injured through someone else’s negligence, there is a statute of limitations to bring a claim. Normally, you have at least two years after the accident to file a lawsuit against that person.But what happens if the person dies before your case is...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Nov 22, 2017 | Blog
It’s not news that the United States has far more gun deaths than any industrial nation. But research reveals that Americans also have a higher rate of auto fatalities than much of the civilized world.While other countries have greatly reduced motor vehicle...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Oct 16, 2017 | Blog
Vaccine researchers have reported that pregnant women who got flu shots may be at higher risk of miscarriage. The unexpected and unexplained findings naturally create anxieties for OB-GYN practitioners. On the one hand, they want to keep their patients safe and...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Oct 16, 2017 | Blog
The Texas legislature has provided funding for three-point lap and shoulder belts on every new public school bus in the state. Texas joins New York, New Jersey, California, Florida and Louisiana as the only states to mandate seatbelts on school buses and vans.Child...
