Paraquat is a powerful weed killer commonly used in commercial and private agriculture in the United States. However, while paraquat is extremely effective at weed and grass control, it is also a highly toxic chemical banned in many countries worldwide. Studies have also shown that paraquat increases the risk of Parkinson’s disease by 100 to[…] Read More
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Robert E. McCann and Patrick C. Lamb Selected to 2023 Super Lawyers List
McCann Dillon Jaffe & Lamb, LLC is pleased announce that Robert E. McCann and Patrick C. Lamb have each been named to the 2023 Super Lawyers list in Pennsylvania. Super Lawyers selects lawyers from across the state in multiple areas of legal practice to their lists every year. The attorneys were honored for their success in the[…] Read More
Judge Approves Short-Form Complaint in Philadelphia Paraquat Mass Tort
After months of disagreement over case management, the plaintiffs in Philadelphia’s mass tort over the herbicide Paraquat can finally proceed with litigation. On March 29, 2023, Judge Abbe Fletman of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas approved a short-form complaint for the litigation. Plaintiffs may now file their cases directly in the Paraquat mass tort program,[…] Read More
What if I Was Injured in a Slip and Fall Accident at an Airport?
Airports have many people passing through them. The continual movement of people increases the likelihood of dangerous conditions that could lead to slip and fall accidents. Slip and fall accidents could occur in many different areas of airports, such as restrooms, food courts, passenger boarding areas, and even outside in parking lots. When a slip[…] Read More
How Can You Avoid a Car Accident in Foggy Conditions?
Heavy fog is one of the most dangerous driving conditions that you could encounter. Heavy fog can make it impossible to see even a few feet in front of your vehicle, and it can also make the roads damp and slick. If the temperature is near freezing, the fog might make bridges and overpasses slick[…] Read More
Multiple Victims Hospitalized After Head-On Crash in Cherry Hill
On Tuesday, April 11, 2023, several victims were taken to a nearby trauma center following a head-on collision in Cherry Hill, New Jersey according to local officials. The crash occurred on Haddonfield Road in Cherry Hill, prompting the response of three Cherry Hill Fire Department ambulances and a mutual aid ambulance from Haddonfield. Four Cherry[…] Read More
Do I Need to Call the Police After a Car Accident?
It is always best to call the police after a car accident, even one you feel is minor. This is because a police report is an official document that can be beneficial when filing a claim, and you may not know whether anyone is injured. If you feel the other driver is at fault for[…] Read More
What if You Slip and Fall on an Icy Sidewalk in Front of Someone’s Home?
When weather conditions deteriorate and there is ice on the ground, slip and fall accidents can easily happen, and sidewalks can be treacherous. Even when people are careful, they can end up slipping on ice. When weather forecasters predict winter storms, property owners should salt their sidewalks before the precipitation starts and redo it as[…] Read More
What Does the Process of Filing a Car Accident Claim Include?
A car accident can be an overwhelmingly stressful experience, especially if you are injured. If this happens, you will likely have many questions, particularly on how to recover compensation for your injuries or how to file a personal injury claim. If your injuries or property damage are minor, then your car accident claim may not[…] Read More
What if I Had a Slip and Fall Accident at a Resort?
Accidents can happen anytime, including during vacations. Resorts are often large properties with a myriad of areas accessible to guests, many of them with environments requiring different kinds of care and maintenance for safety purposes, such as swimming areas, beaches, or ski trails. Slip and fall accidents are common at resorts, with injuries ranging from[…] Read More