If you’ve ever used baby powder, you’ve come in contact with something called talc. Talc is a mineral that contains magnesium, silicon, and oxygen. It absorbs moisture well, so it’s used in a lot of products meant to prevent rashes, like hygienic powders for adult women. But researchers have found talc might be very dangerous. Some studies have connected talcum powder and ovarian cancer, and the courts have taken notice: In February 2016, a jury awarded $72 million against Johnson & Johnson for their products’ link to ovarian cancer, in part because the company was apparently aware of the risks and didn’t warn consumers. The case has led to many similar lawsuits. Injured by talc? We can help! There’s a
Sued for a Hug You probably heard the story about the aunt who sued her 12-year-old nephew for $127,000 over a hug. Most of America was talking about this a month ago – it was somehow front page news. The woman in question — Jennifer Connell — went through a lot as a result of her lawsuit. She was publicly shamed and had to shut down her social media account to avoid threats and harassment. There were calls for her death. She hired a PR consultant who helped her clarify her side of the story. And it wasn’t what most of America expected… A Much Bigger Story It turns out she was actually in very good standing with her nephew. They appeared on the
Today’s drivers are distracted; there are no two ways about it. Whether they’re checking how many likes their photo got, fighting with their spouse via text, or simply not paying attention to the task at hand, driving these days is dangerous. When an accident does occur, we’re traveling at high speeds in huge machines–a recipe for disaster. When this happens, you need to call a Memphis car wreck lawyer ASAP. But why? When you’re injured in a car wreck, you often find yourself facing massive medical and vehicle repair bills. You might have been so injured that you even missed work and wages! It would seem logical that insurance companies would help you pay for these bills and lost wages,
Gawker, the website known for its attention-grabbing headlines and conversational take on tabloid news, filed for bankruptcy earlier this month. The announcement came after a $140 million legal judgment in an invasion-of-privacy lawsuit by the former wrestler Hulk Hogan. Gawker is filing Chapter 11, which is specifically designed for businesses, but there are a lot of things anyone in debt could learn from this story: 1. Bankruptcy can be caused by one terrible event. In this case it would be Hulk Hogan’s lawsuit, but for many American families it’s a job loss or medical emergency. Fortunately, Chapter 13 bankruptcy can help with this. It’s designed for people to pay off debt using an affordable payment plan, so that one tragedy doesn’t have
In some company policies, if a person is laid off or fired, then re-hired within a certain amount of time, he or she is allowed to retain pay level, vacation time, and seniority. To avoid those responsibilities, some employers will wait until the time-frame runs out, then attempt to hire back the former employee at lower pay and with less benefits. These practices tend to add insult to injury, causing re-hired employees to feel used and disrespected by the company. But if you’re unemployed and need the work, you may seriously consider the option. Soon you wind up back in your old office with more responsibility and less perks. Many HR experts and recruiters would agree with your decision to
Can you get compensation for lost wages after a car accident? Memphis personal injury lawyer Darrell Castle explains. If it becomes necessary to pursue a lawsuit, a car accident lawyer Memphis, TN community members rely on from Darrell Castle & Associates can help.
A couple of months ago, the city of Memphis was proudly told Conduit Global was opening up a call center in Memphis, bringing 1,000 new jobs to a city hurt by high unemployment rates. The New York company, which plans to hire an initial 200 workers, will have a job fair tomorrow, Tuesday March 18th, from 10:00am-4:00pm Downtown in the Memphis Cook Convention Center. As a Memphis bankruptcy attorney, I see stressed people in my office everyday struggling from debt due to bills they can’t pay. Many times, these issues stem from lost jobs. If you’re someone in a similar position, I hope you’ll take the time to make it to the Memphis Cook Convention Center tomorrow to look into
Jobs and more jobs are coming to Memphis By: Darrell Castle Conduit Global hosted a ribbon cutting yesterday to show off their new call center in Memphis, five months after promising to bring 1,000 new jobs to the economically struggling community. The company has already hired 150 to 180 workers to $10 per hour jobs, which is $1 more than the $9 per hour wage they announced back in January. The company plans to reach 600 new jobs by December, illuminating a city that has lost 5,000 jobs over the last year. Conduit Global has a system in place in which performance bonuses can raise hourly wages to $12 per hour and supervisors will be recruited from within rather than
A heartfelt shout-out to Shane Battier for his amazing Sunday. First, he made this huge 3-pt shot for the Memphis Grizzlies, handing us our first playoff win EVER. Then, an even bigger accomplishment: his wife gave birth to their second child. Battier shared some of his thoughts on Twitter: “Single CRAZIEST day of my life. Hit the winning shot in the game and welcomed Baby Battier to the world. Thank the good Lord!!!!!!” “I just laid eyes on the most beautiful girls in my life, my wife and newest addition. What a day. One for the ages!” Congrats to your family, Shane, and to the Memphis fans who celebrate with you. FYI: The Grizzlies’ next game is on Wednesday
Connie Wiggs has received the Rising Star Award from Darrell Castle & Associates for her exemplary service to our Memphis bankruptcy clients.At a time of transition, Connie gave above and beyond what could normally be expected. She took on several difficult new tasks and did so with high quality and a great attitude. “We’re very lucky to have such a dedicated person as Connie working with us,” says Memphis bankruptcy attorney Darrell Castle. “She’s the kind of person who will cry with you when you’re struggling, and then do everything she can to help you get back up and succeed. She cares deeply about our clients and our team, and it shows.” Perhaps that’s why our clients have said so