'Lawsuits' Category
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | July 13, 2018
NutriBullet Blenders Are Still Putting Consumers at Risk, New Lawsuit Says
Once again, the popular NutriBullet blender has come under fire for exploding without warning. A case filed June 2 by Simmons Hanly Conroy alleged that Capital Brands, manufacturer of the high-speed blender,… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | June 4, 2018
Syngenta Settles Class Claim Over GMO Corn, Agrees to Pay $1.5 Billion to Farmers
A recent settlement in a class action lawsuit against Syngenta AG may be the largest monetary award to-date in a court case involving agriculture. Syngenta has agreed to pay $1.51 billion to… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | March 7, 2018
Amid Criticism for Defending Accused Abuse Witness, Pope Francis Names New Sexual Abuse Panel
On February 17, Pope Francis renewed the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors in an apparent effort to continue addressing widespread sexual abuse in the Catholic church. However, the renewal comes… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | October 13, 2017
AbbVie Ordered to Pay $140 Million For Not Disclosing Dangers of Low-T Drug
On October 5th, a federal court in Chicago reached a verdict that found drug company AbbVie liable to pay a plaintiff over $140 million due to a heart attack allegedly caused by… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | July 10, 2017
Case Update: $1.22 Billion Settlement Reached in Volkswagen/Audi Diesel Emissions Scandal
Drivers will now see fewer Volkswagen Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) vehicles on the road. Volkswagens, Audis and Porsches will be seen less and less after a federal judge in San Francisco approved… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | January 5, 2017
Has Bare Metal Defense in Asbestos Finally Run Its Course?
The tide might be turning regarding what is known as the “bare metal” defense that turbine, boiler, valves, and pump manufacturers have traditionally used to avoid responsibility for injuries people have suffered… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | May 26, 2016
What to Do if Your Loved One is Too Ill to Pursue a Mesothelioma Case
Since your loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may have spent countless hours researching his or her condition and the medical treatments available. The thought of pursuing a mesothelioma lawsuit… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | May 13, 2016
The Difference between Mesothelioma Class Actions & Individual Asbestos Lawsuits
One of the most frequently asked questions about mesothelioma lawsuits is “Will my case be part of a class action?” At Simmons Hanly Conroy, our mesothelioma lawyers always answer this question with… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | March 10, 2016
When to Talk about Filing a Mesothelioma Lawsuit
The vast majority of my mesothelioma clients have never filed a lawsuit before, and I think if you ask the other mesothelioma lawyers here at the firm, you’ll find this is a… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | May 12, 2015
Lumber Liquidators Facing Class Action Lawsuit for High Formaldehyde Levels in its Laminate Flooring
Investigations have found that Lumber Liquidators’ Laminate Flooring products contain dangerous levels of formaldehyde. The investigations examined 150 boxes of the bamboo flooring and in all tests, the flooring failed to meet… Read More
