Posted on December 27, 2019 in Civil Rights by Folkman
On December 19, 2019, Governor Phil Murphy signed into law a bill entitled the “Create a Respectful and Open Workspace for Natural Hair Act” or “CROWN Act”, which amends the Law Against Discrimination (“LAD”) and prohibits discrimination in the workplace and schools based on hairstyle or texture that is attributed […]
Posted on December 18, 2019 in Product Liability by Paul Jensen
On Tuesday, researchers at the Portland State University in Oregon published a study finding that the nicotine formula used by Juul is nearly identical to the flavor and addictive profile of Marlboro cigarettes. Juul e-cigarettes were designed to make it easier for users to inhale larger quantities of nicotine without […]
Posted on December 10, 2019 in Newsletter by Paul Jensen
Are you buying presents for the children in your life this holiday season? Every year dangerous toys cause serious injuries to kids. Here are tips to avoid these safety risks: Always follow the suggested age limits. Be aware of recalled toys, especially if you are buying secondhand. Do your research […]
Posted on November 26, 2019 in Defective Product by Paul Jensen
The District of Columbia is joining several states in suing e-cigarette manufacturer JUUL Labs Inc. These lawsuits allege that JUUL’s viral marketing contributed to the epidemic of youth e-cigarette. They further allege that JUUL’s advertising targeted teens through the use of young models, bright colors, and sweet flavors like Fruit […]