Blog: Personal Injury

Agent Orange is a chemical herbicide used most notably in the Vietnam War under Operation: Ranch Hand. The herbicide is just one of nine herbicides used and has been nicknamed the “Rainbow Herbicides.” The primary use before the war was to control weed undergrowth in forests. These herbicides were harmful to any humans that came …

Placing children in foster care can lead to unfortunate circumstances. This is especially true when the child is placed in unfamiliar environments, such as group homes or with unknown families. Tragically, reports indicate that incidents of sex trafficking and abuse involving foster children are increasing.  Why Are More Children in Foster Homes?  Several different societal …

According to Future Without Violence, approximately 21 million adults and children worldwide are trapped in the clutches of forced labor, bonded slavery, or sex slavery. Tragically, a staggering 95 percent of these victims are women and young girls. There is hope for victims of sex trafficking. In some cases, they can seek justice through civil …

From Wilderness Therapy to Gay Conversion Therapy, programs designed to “fix” troubled children are collectively referred to as the “troubled teen industry.” The programs are often private and may include residential centers, boarding schools, and more.  There are around 10,000 of these facilities / programs currently operating in the United States. Unfortunately, that number is …

On October 17, 2022, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) published a report that linked hair straightening chemicals found in hair relaxers to uterine cancer risk. This report is the latest in studies linking hair relaxers to cancer. Other medical reports from different agencies have found links between hair relaxers and increased risk of other …

Injury incurred from lifting heavy items while you’re in a store could be cause for a lawsuit. It should not be a burden for a shopper to lift certain products while looking at or attempting to buy them. At Van Law Firm, we can help you establish a lawsuit to get you compensation for back …

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall of Philips CPAP machines after receiving reports of 260 deaths and 90,000 injuries related to the company’s medical devices. The recall includes Philips CPAP, BiPAP, and ventilator machines, which contain materials that cause cancer, respiratory problems, and other serious health issues. An attorney with …

Many people have the common misconception that once an insurance company agrees to a settlement amount for a personal injury case then the process is over. However, there are more steps in the negotiation process that clients should be aware of before they receive their personal injury settlement check. What are these steps and how …

Have you been injured in an auto collision that was not your fault? Have you been injured on someone else’s property because of unsafe conditions? Have you been seriously hurt by a product or service rendered? You may be eligible for financial compensation. Millions of people every year are involved in personal injury cases that …