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An estimated 3.5 million Americans seek medical treatment each year for burns, many of whom end up needing expensive surgeries and skin grafts. In addition, burns can be severely painful,…

A brain injury is a truly life-altering event. Your brain is your body’s control center. Damage to the organ can affect many other parts of your body and mind. If…

The spine is made up of nerves. These nerves allow your brain to send signals to your body. A spinal cord injury can be very serious and life-altering. Back injuries…

Dog bites are one of the most common claims against homeowner insurance policies. Statistics from the Center for Disease Control show that each year, dogs bite about one in every…

Alabama has a pedestrian fatality rate of 2.51 per 100,000 population – a rate that’s higher than the U.S. average by 0.59. Increased vehicle speeds and a greater number of…

Vacation accidents in Alabama are an unfortunate reality for dozens of people every year. The state’s population surges during the peak summer season as people from all over travel to…

Exposure to asbestos in the course of work is an unfortunate reality for many Americans. Those who work in shipbuilding, mining, construction, and similar fields are at particular risk of…

If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident, you need competent, experienced, legal representation to recover the compensation you deserve. Medical costs and property damage…

Were you injured in a motorcycle accident? The Alabama motorcycle accident lawyers at Long & Long are available to provide clear, honest answers about your options for pursuing compensation. For…

Whether you’re injured in your own boat, on a cruise ship or commercial vessel, or in the course of your employment, it is important that you understand your rights to…

Is parasailing on your summer bucket list? You’re not alone. According to the Parasail Safety Council, approximately 3 to 5 million people partake in the sport of parasailing every year.…

Like semi truck accidents, bus accidents tend to be more complicated to litigate than usual passenger vehicle accidents. If you or a loved one is injured in a bus accident,…

Railroad workers are some of the few employees exempt from coverage under federally mandated workers’ compensation programs. Instead, compensation guidelines are established by the Federal Employers’ Liability Act, commonly referred…

Property owners and business owners pay for insurance to protect themselves in the event of an unexpected natural or man-made disaster. But, insurance companies sometimes attempt to limit or deny…

When you pay your insurance premiums to protect the major investment that is your home, you have a right to expect that your insurance provider honors your claim with adequate…

In 2013, the FDA approved Invokana (canagliflozin), a prescription drug manufactured to treat those with type 2 diabetes. Since then it has been linked to serious side-effects that can cause…

For those who suffer from acid-related conditions like erosive esophagitis (EE), ulcers, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), you’re probably very familiar with proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). PPIs are used to…

Since 1998, Pfizer’s “little blue pill” known as Viagra, has been helping millions of men combat erectile dysfunction. But, a study published in JAMA Internal Medicine in 2014 found a surprising…

In the last few years, people have come forward with complaints related to the drug Rexulti. The medication may be causing compulsive, dangerous behaviors in some cases. At Long &…

Vehicle defects can cause injuries and death in two ways. Some defects make a vehicle more likely to crash. Other defects do not affect a vehicle’s likelihood to crash, but…

When you place your baby or child in a child safety seat, you expect it to keep your child snugly in place while you drive, and if the worst should…

Have You Experienced Health Issues After Using Roundup? Our Roundup Lawyers Can Help You Understand Your Legal Rights.  Bayer continues to face accusations that its Roundup weed killer causes cancer.…

The sole purpose of smoke detectors (also called smoke alarms) is to save lives. We all have these devices throughout our homes to protect our family and our property from…

On August 26, 2010, Johnson & Johnson subsidiary DePuy Orthopaedics announced that it was recalling two of its ASR hip implants: the ASR XL Acetabular System (an artificial hip) and…

Medical device manufacturer Stryker Orthopaedics has recalled two components used in its hip implants amid increasing reports of these defective products corroding and fretting, causing metallic debris to shed and…

Recently, Ethicon, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, recalled one of its surgical mesh products that is used to reinforce incision points during hernia surgery. The product in question is…

If you have had a knee replacement and are experiencing painful symptoms, it could be a knee replacement failure. The FDA has been receiving many complaints recently regarding the DePuy…

The interior vena cafa carries deoxygenated blood from the lower body to the heart and lungs. Embolisms occurring in the legs can block the flow of this blood into the…

Talcum powder has many cosmetic and hygienic uses, making it popular as a stand-alone solution or an active ingredient in a number of products. Unfortunately, a growing body of scientific…

If you received an Optetrak knee implant manufactured by Exactech – particularly in the year 2011 or 2012 – and the knee implant failed, you may be owed compensation. Various…

At Long & Long, we have helped numerous victims who sustained injuries in an industrial accident receive the justice they deserve. These types of cases involve various details and are…

If you have knowledge about a corporation or individual who is engaged in defrauding the government, you may be able to file a lawsuit under the qui tam — or…

Nursing home abuse is a troubling epidemic today. With the population aging rapidly and caregivers in such great demand, it is an unfortunate reality that many of our elderly citizens…

People carry insurance to protect themselves in the event of an emergency. As a policyholder, you have the legal right to receive compensation from insurance companies when you make a…