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As Autonomous Trucks Expand, Questions About Safety and Liability Grow

As self-driving trucks expand across U.S. highways, questions remain about safety, crash investigations, and who may be liable when autonomous trucking technology is involved in a serious accident.

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 18 Jun 2026

Abstract design background with autonomous black and white trucks on the highway with other vehicles showing packages on a conveyor belt to be deliverd..

Spinal Cord Stimulator Lawsuits Increase as Boston Scientific MDL Created

A new federal MDL involving Boston Scientific spinal cord stimulators was established on June 5. It comes as more than 80,000 device injuries have been reported. Patients allege defective spinal cord stimulators caused severe pain, revision surgeries, and renewed dependence on opioid medications.

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 18 Jun 2026

Illustration of a person holding their lower back with a spinal cord stimulator implant and leads shown through a medical overlay, alongside MRI and X ray style spine images.

Which Over-the-Counter Drugs Have Been Linked to Stevens-Johnson Syndrome?

Many people associate Stevens-Johnson syndrome with prescription drugs, but some widely used OTC medications have also been linked to the condition. Learn which medications have been identified in reports, the symptoms to watch for, and why early treatment matters.

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 17 Jun 2026

African American female reading a label of an over-the-counter medicine in the aisle of a retail store.

Injured on a Segway or E-Bike Tour? A Virginia Personal Injury Lawyer Answers Common Questions

An injury from a Segway or e-bike tour can leave visitors facing medical treatment, disrupted travel plans, and unfamiliar legal issues. Learn how waivers, negligence laws, and compensation claims may affect what happens next in DC or Virginia.

By Curcio Law

/ 16 Jun 2026

A group of six people wearing helmets and riding segways in a single-file line with green trees in the background.

Why Lawmakers Want to End NDAs in Child Sex Abuse Cases

As more states consider Trey’s Law and similar legislation, lawmakers are questioning whether non-disclosure agreements belong in child sex abuse settlements. Supporters argue that limiting NDAs could help survivors speak openly, promote accountability, and prevent future abuse.

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 16 Jun 2026

A view of people's hands holding paperwork and getting ready to sign with a blue pen.

U-Haul and Rental Truck Accidents in Virginia: Who Is Responsible When Things Go Wrong

Rental moving truck accidents often involve questions about driver negligence, vehicle maintenance, and rental company responsibility. Learn how liability is determined under Virginia law.

By Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp

/ 15 Jun 2026

A man, woman and child unloading boxes from the back of a rental moving truck.

When a Surgeon Perforates the Bowel: What Patients Need to Know About Malpractice

A bowel perforation during surgery can lead to infection, sepsis, additional procedures, and life-threatening complications. Understanding when this serious surgical injury may be the result of medical malpractice is critical for patients and their families.

By Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp

/ 15 Jun 2026

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Depo-Provera Brain Tumor MDL Adds 1,700 Cases in One Month

Roughly 1,700 lawsuits were filed into the Depo-Provera brain tumor MDL in just one month, pushing the dangerous pharmaceutical mass tort past 5,500 cases. A critical June Daubert hearing will determine if expert testimony linking the birth control shot to meningiomas can be presented to juries.

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 15 Jun 2026

Brain MRI scan with a highlighted tumor area beside a syringe and medication vial, illustrating Depo Provera brain tumor litigation.

Research Links Ozempic to Vision Loss as GLP-1 Lawsuits Increase

New research connects Ozempic and Wegovy to vision loss as GLP-1 lawsuits continue to grow nationwide. Studies suggest semaglutide users may face a higher risk of NAION, a form of sudden blindness, while litigation over alleged failure-to-warn claims gains momentum.

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 11 Jun 2026

An ophthalmologist using a non-mydriatic retinal camera on a young girl

Texas Hurricane Preparedness Guide: What to Do Before and After a Storm

Hurricane season can bring flooding, wind damage, and costly insurance claims across Texas. Learn how to prepare before a storm, protect your property, understand your insurance coverage, and navigate the recovery process after a hurricane.

By Cochran Firm Texas

/ 11 Jun 2026

Emergency supplies such as water, cash, first aid, chargers, and canned food for a hurricane prepardeness kit.

Brain Damage From Breathing Tube Errors

A breathing tube mistake during surgery or emergency care can deprive the brain of oxygen in just minutes. Learn how intubation errors, anesthesia complications, and inadequate patient monitoring can lead to brain damage, wrongful death, and medical malpractice claims.

By Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp

/ 10 Jun 2026

A male patient laying on a table before surgery with an anesthesia mask over his face.

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The more you know... Your New Car is Watching You and Telling the Insurance Company Your SecretsYour Car Is Collecting Data After Every Drive Most people understand that modern cars

By Childers, Schlueter & Smith, LLC

/ 10 Jun 2026