A Preventable Tragedy: Confronting the Maternal Mortality Crisis and Systemic Inequities
The death of a mother following childbirth is a devastating event, especially when it could have been prevented. The recent case of Abirami Goyal, who tragically bled to death at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center just hours after giving birth, highlights a disturbing trend in the United States: maternal mortality is on the rise, and […]
Goodyear Finally Agrees to Recall Deadly RV Tires Linked to 8 Deaths, Dozens of Injuries
If you own a Class A motorhome or RV, you might want to check your tires. Goodyear has finally recalled tens of thousands of RV tires linked to dozens of injuries and deaths since 1998. While the tires were discontinued more than 20 years ago, federal regulators are concerned that some could still be in […]
Truck Accident News: U.S. Traffic Deaths Surged in First Half of 2021
Traffic deaths surged in the first half of 2021, a sign that truckers and other motorists have not abandoned many of the reckless driving habits they’ve acquired during the Coronavirus pandemic. The Killino Firm’s Truck Accident Lawyers believe the victims of negligent and careless drivers deserve compensation for their pain and suffering. If you or someone […]
NJ Man Dies after PA Senior Facility Dumps Him in Uber, Suit Claims
The family of a Toms River, New Jersey man has sued a Shohola senior living center, charging that the facility caused his death, after sending him home in a three-hour Uber ride, despite warnings from state health officials. The complaint, filed in U.S. District Court in Scranton by attorney Steven McConnell of the Killino Firm’s Philadelphia office, charges Twin Cedars Senior Living LLC and its […]
Managed Health Care Insurers Deny Patients
Attorney Jeff Killino and his law firm have found that a number of Managed Health Care Insurers deny valid claims because the treatment is “experimental” or “investigational” or “not medically necessary”. Denying treatment is one way that the Managed Health Care Industry makes a lot of money. Of the 73 million Americans on Medicaid, almost […]
Full-Face Snorkel Mask Drownings
For decades, drowning has been the leading cause of death for tourists in Hawaii — far greater than the national average and many more tourists than residents drown. Snorkeling is the most common cause of injury-related death in the islands, but there’s an alarming increase in snorkeling-related deaths: only 19 people drowned while snorkeling between […]
Injuries Resulting From Porch & Deck Collapse
Deck Collapse is a greater problem than many people are aware of. Ever year, more than 6,000 people suffer serious injuries, life long disabilities and even death from a balcony, deck collapse or deck failure. Even though building requirements and codes have become more stringent over the years, millions of decks that were built decades […]
Fireworks This Season: Why Safety Comes First
It’s that time of year – when the night sky lights up with explosions of fireworks. Unfortunately, it’s also a busy time for emergency rooms and hand surgeons treating fireworks injuries, from small burns to huge blasts. Senator Kay Kirkpatrick, a former hand surgeon, told the Marietta Daily Journal yesterday that she spent many nights […]
New York Commuter Train Hits SUV, Killing Vehicle’s Driver and Five Train Passengers: Who Is at Fault?
On February 4, 2015, a New York commuter train collided with an SUV that was stopped on the tracks, resulting in multiple injuries and six deaths. The railroad crossing at which the accident occurred was marked with crossing signs, lights, and a sign directing drivers not to stop on the tracks. According to at least […]
Honda Will Pay $70 Million in Penalties for Failing to Report Deaths and Injuries That May Have Been Caused by Vehicle Defects
The year 2014 saw more motor-vehicle recalls than any year in history. While recalls are often prompted by injuries or deaths found to have been caused by specific vehicle or vehicle safety-equipment defects, others may be instituted upon discovery of defects that have not yet led to injury-causing accidents. Recalls made for either reason are […]
