The Los Angeles County Institutes RoundUp Ban Following Jury Rulings
California is a state with an established reputation for being concerned with the risks of carcinogens and dangerous chemicals. That may be the reasoning behind the recent RoundUp ban on county property that was published by NBC Los Angeles Channel 4 last Wednesday morning. The RoundUp Ban Motive The RoundUp ban … [Read more...] about The Los Angeles County Institutes RoundUp Ban Following Jury Rulings
La Clergy Sex Abuse Cases Settled for $10 Million
Allegations of Clergy Sex Abuse Settlement. A Roman Catholic religious order and the Los Angeles Archdiocese will pay $10 million to settle allegations of clergy sexual abuse, according to representatives of those involved. The Carmelite order will pay most of the settlement to seven people, including two who said they … [Read more...] about La Clergy Sex Abuse Cases Settled for $10 Million
Medtronic Infuse Recipients Receive $8.45 Million in Settlements
The University of California, Los Angeles has agreed to pay a combined $8.45 million to two patients who received Medtronic's controversial Infuse bone graft product. These individuals filed lawsuits alleging that the product caused unwanted bone growth. They also claimed that the implanting surgeon had a conflict of interest because … [Read more...] about Medtronic Infuse Recipients Receive $8.45 Million in Settlements
LA Train Crash Spurs Reform Efforts
Fatal Crash Of LA Train Has Congress Scrambling. This month's fatal crash of a Los Angeles commuter train has the U.S. Congress scrambling to pass what would be the first significant railroad reforms in 14 years. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has for years pushed for many of the safety rules now under … [Read more...] about LA Train Crash Spurs Reform Efforts
