Many victims have gone to the hospital and sought treatment for salmonella bacteria infection they contracted as a result of eating at Firefly Restaurant.  These individuals may not even realize they contracted the bacteria from eating at Firefly.

Our consultation is free, Edward M. Bernstein and Associates have experience representing the victims of outbreaks of tainted food. We will help you fight to get the compensation you deserve. Serious illness demands serious action.

If you recently have been dealing with salmonella and visited Firefly Restaurant on Paradise Road, call the offices of Edward M Bernstein and Associates to see if you have a case.  It is even more critical to call if your sickness started between April 21-26, 2013.

Please call Edward M. Bernstein and Associates if you or someone you care about, are the victim of food poisoning after eating at Firefly Restaurant . You want Edward M Bernstein and Associates on your side.  Give us a call today!

Equipment Malfunctions Blamed for many Tanning Injuries

Tanning beds are intended to put out a certain amount of heat; however, when they are not calibrated properly, they could reach extreme temperatures. This could cause burns to the skin, even when they are only used for a short period of time. A customer’s eyes could also sustain burns or retina damage if the protective goggles worn during a tanning session are defective.

Stand-up booths are sometimes equipped with an exhaust fan which can also malfunction and cause injury. Individuals could get their fingers or hair caught in the exhaust fan if it is not properly located or maintained. When exhaust fans do not cycle on and off properly, this could also result in users suffering from a heat stroke.

Tanning beds should be cleaned thoroughly after each use, as they can harbor bacteria from sweat. When they’re not cleaned properly, guests can become ill or may develop disease as a result of unsanitary practices.

The first step to take after a tanning bed injury is to seek medical attention. After doing so, it could become necessary to talk with a personal injury lawyer about the possibility of recovering for your injuries.

A common sinkhole here in the Las Vegas area is Devil’s Throat. Thought to have formed in the last 10 to 25 years, this sinkhole is found on an otherwise flat basin and is approximately 100 feet deep and around 75 feet wide. It is said to have formed because circulating ground water from Lake Mead has caused erosion underneath the earth’s surface.

Property owners have a duty to warn others about potential safety hazards including sinkholes. One of the first signs that a sinkhole is forming is doors and windows that do not open or close properly due to “settling” of a building. Trees, light poles and fences might also lean to one side or another.

If sinkholes are suspected, the area should be evacuated until it can be inspected by geological experts. Those who have been injured after falling into a sinkhole may have a cause of action available in a court of law.

Mirena IUD issues

The Dangers of Mirena IUDs – Could you be at Risk?

The Mirena IUD is a device that has been implanted in thousands of women as a form of birth control. This device is manufactured by Bayer Pharmaceuticals, and works by emitting a hormone that helps prevent pregnancy. The IUD was designed to last for up to five years without needing to be replaced. It has recently come under attack for causing a number of complications that could sometimes result in permanent injuries.

The problem with the Mirena IUD is that it sometimes migrates through the uterine wall and then enters other parts of a woman’s body. When this occurs, there could be severe complications that may include:

• Perforation of the Uterus or Cervix
• Device migration resulting in Laparoscopic surgery
• Ectopic or intrauterine pregnancies
• Pelvic inflammatory disease

In addition to these complications, IUD devices that migrate could cause the perforation of other organs such as the spleen, liver or pancreas. Surgery is required to remove this device if it becomes dislodged. In some cases, the device could cause serious trauma to the uterus, thereby making it difficult for a woman to conceive even after it is removed.

FDA Warnings

There is some evidence that shows Bayer received warnings from the FDA about the possible complications involved with Mirena IUDs. This agency claimed that Bayer misstated the product’s effectiveness and failed to provide patients with information about the possible risks. Although there have been more than 45,000 reports of complications from users and numerous lawsuits have been filed, Bayer has yet to formally recall this birth control device.

Increased Risk

There is an increased risk of Mirena injuries among women who have an unusual-shaped anatomy or previous trauma to the uterus. When the device is placed shortly after childbirth, the odds are also greater than it will migrate or tear the uterus.

Women who have been implanted with the Mirena IUD may want to speak to their doctor about having it removed. Those who have suffered an injury after the insertion of this device may want to contact us to protect their rights.

Forklift Accidents-More Common than you Think

Thousands of people are injured in forklift accidents each year. Although forklift accidents are typically occur in warehouses, they can also happen at home improvement centers, nurseries or wholesale grocery distribution centers that are open to the public. This means that workers who move and handle these goods and members of the general public can be injured in forklift accidents.

A number of environmental factors can contribute to forklift accidents. An area that is too dark or noisy, may be distracting for operators. Whenever possible, aisles should be blocked off to pedestrian traffic with the use of safety cones or warning tape. It can also be helpful if the forklift is equipped with flashing lights to alert shoppers to its presence, as well as a backup alarm that warns people that the truck is moving backwards.

Many people who are injured in an accident decide to receive their money in a structured settlement, which involves receiving payments over a period of several years.

There are several reasons why structured settlements may benefit an injured Plaintiff. First, by structuring payments over a period of time, the temptation to spend large sums of money is eliminated, thereby ensuring individuals have the necessary funds to take care of their future needs.

Second, a structured settlement may reduce the amount of taxes owed on the money that’s awarded; some settlements may also be tax free. Those who are receiving Medicaid benefits may be able to maintain their benefits since benefits are often contingent on the value of their assets.

While there may be benefits to structured settlements, it’s important for individuals to realize that the terms of an agreement are usually very rigid. This means that it is extremely difficult to modify a structured settlement once the terms have been agreed upon. A personal injury attorney can provide more information on structured settlements in order to help clients choose a plan that’s appropriate.

Traumatic brain injuries result after an accident that involves severe trauma to the head. One of the most common causes of traumatic brain injury is automobile accidents. These injuries can also happen during a fall or being hit by falling objects. The full effects of a head injury may not be apparent for some time.

Those who suffer from traumatic brain injuries may face devastating life changes. They may find it difficult to write or speak after an accident. Some patients also have a loss of motor skills, and many people are unable to hold down a job or care for their families.

Don’t Fight These Battles Alone, Call for Professional Representation Today!

After suffering a traumatic brain injury in Las Vegas, patients may need extended hospital stays or a series of surgeries. They may also require home health care for some time afterwards. The medical expenses incurred by family members can often be overwhelming, especially if the victim is the primary breadwinner in the family and consequently unable to provide.

If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury, it’s important to seek help right away. By talking with a personal injury attorney early on, you’ll be in a better position to understand your legal rights

Calling a TBI Attorney in Las Vegas may not solve the medical issues you and your family are facing, but it can relieve the financial stress so you can focus on your loved one!

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Food poisoning may require a trip to the hospital emergency room, or if left untreated, may even result in death. Signs of food poisoning might not be apparent right away, as it sometimes takes two or three days for the effects to become noticeable. It’s not uncommon for some members of a group to be affected while others show no signs whatsoever.  Since there are so many variables involved, it can be difficult to pinpoint the exact cause of food poisoning.

If you have recently suffered food poisoning, you may not be alone, because other patrons might have sampled the same food and also become ill after doing so. A personal injury attorney may be able to connect these dots where individuals are unable to. By speaking to one of these lawyers, you can better determine whether a remedy is available to you under Nevada law.

People from all over the world travel through Las Vegas International Airport each year. The majority of these passengers do so without incident; however, there are some travelers that suffer from airport accidents. Although these accidents may be unrelated to airplane crashes, they can nonetheless result in debilitating injuries.

Accidents can occur whenever equipment such as escalators, moving sidewalks, and baggage carousels are not operating properly. Travelers might slip and fall on floors that are wet or in ill repair. They might also fall whenever they are boarding or departing aircraft if the exit stairs are not put into position properly.

Being involved in an airport accident can really put a damper on one’s trip to Las Vegas. To make matters worse, the accident is often bogged down in a sea of red tape as multiple agencies are normally responsible for investigating the matter. In the process, it is easy for airline carriers and airport officials to shift the blame back and forth in an effort to keep from paying damages.

Private citizens are often put off by all the paperwork involved in settling a dispute with airport officials. That’s where a personal injury attorney can help, because legal professionals can be the liaison you need to interact airport executives.

The deaths from GranuFlo® were commonly sudden and would occur within the dialysis clinics or within a few days after receiving treatment at such a center. Mrs. Alexander is seeking both compensatory and punitive damages for the sudden and unnecessary death of her husband Gary.

On March 29, 2012 the FDA issued a Class 1 recall to revise prescribing procedures of this product.

If you or a loved one suffered a heart attack or stroke after receiving treatment at a dialysis center, we would encourage you to check to see the treatment involved the drug GranuFlo or a similar product NaturaLyte®.

Some of the reasons people are now filing lawsuits in regards to GranuFlo® or NaturaLyte®:

• Frenenius Medical failed to warn health care providers of risks when they knew the risks existed.
• Intentionally withheld information and did not report these known risks to the FDA or public.
• Failed to warn the most vulnerable, or “acute” patients of the known risks
• Even after knowing the risks, continued to actively market GranuFlo® or NaturaLyte®

The truly unfortunate part of this case is that it appears Fresenius warned their own internal clinics of the substantial risk to patients, yet but did not warn independent dialysis centers who they were supplying the product to of the cardiopulmonary risks.

If you or a loved one were one of the victims affected by the use of the products, GranuFlo® or NaturaLyte®, call Ed to see if you may have a case!