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Another Record Talcum-Powder Verdict Against Johnson & Johnson Shows the American Public’s Contempt for Corporate Malfeasance

Jul 16, 2018
This past Thursday, a St. Louis jury delivered a staggering verdict against Johnson & Johnson on behalf of 22 ovarian cancer victims whose cancer the jury found to be caused by these women’s exposure to Johnson & Johnson’s asbestos-containing talcum powder. The jury slammed J&J with an eye-popping $550 million in compensatory damages and another $4.14 billion in punitive damages…[...]

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World-Class Fishing (and Relaxing) in the BWCA

Jul 13, 2018
This week, I want to take a break from legal and political commentary and simply give our readers a “heads up” on a great vacation idea. It’s called the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, and if you enjoy fishing and the outdoors as much as I do, it will be the trip of a lifetime for you and your family or…[...]

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Piercing the Corporate Veil – Factors to Follow to Avoid Personal Liability

Jul 12, 2018
Corporations are a ubiquitous part of modern life. A corporation is a legal entity that exists separate and distinct from its owners. Advantages of a corporation include limited liability for its shareholders, a perpetual existence and ease of transferring ownership interests. Corporations come in two forms, C corporation and S corporation, and each has distinct advantages and disadvantages. The C corporation…[...]

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The Best No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie

Jul 11, 2018
If you’re looking for a quick, delicious dessert to make during these summer months, but without baking, you’re going to love this! I found the recipe for this no-bake peanut butter pie via Pinterest and each time I’ve made it, it’s been a hit. You will need: 8 ounces cream cheese (softened) 1 cup creamy peanut butter 1 cup confectioners’…[...]

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Federal Government Issues New Medicare Cards to All Recipients

Jul 10, 2018
In an effort to combat identity theft, the Federal Government has begun issuing new Medicare cards to all Medicare recipients. In 2015, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act required that the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (“CMS”) remove Social Security Numbers from Medicare cards by April 2019. The new cards will automatically be mailed out. Once you receive your…[...]

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The Ohio Dormant Mineral Act: Still a Mess

Jul 9, 2018
Many landowners in Ohio have known about the Ohio Dormant Mineral Act. Originally enacted as part of the Ohio Marketable Title Act it was passed in 1989 and went fully into effect in 1992 after a three-year waiting period which was designed to allow landowners the opportunity to protect their rights. One of the purposes of the act was supposedly…[...]

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Summerford v. Abington Memorial Hospital

Jul 6, 2018
Marvin Summerford, age 88, presented to the emergency department of Abington Memorial Hospital ("AMH") with concerns for pneumonia. He was admitted to AMH, and the next day, he suffered cardiac arrest. Mr. Summerford survived and was transferred to the ICU. The next day, a feeding tube was inserted and an order was placed for an x-ray to confirm proper placement.…[...]

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Civility Must Live On

Jul 5, 2018
It’s been awhile since I have written anything that could be fairly characterized as “political commentary”. Some folks who know me well tell me that I get too caught up in the political goings-on in our country. My wife went so far as to persuade me to swear off all political commentary on Facebook for a year. I confess to…[...]

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Juneteenth—The Other Independence Day

Jul 3, 2018
The Fourth of July, America’s birthday, isn’t our only Independence Day. June 19, known as “Juneteenth,” celebrates the end of slavery. There is a common misconception that Abraham Lincoln freed the slaves with a stroke of his pen on January 1, 1863, during the Civil War. The Emancipation Proclamation, signed by President Abraham Lincoln, did no such thing in reality.…[...]

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Summer Safety Tips

Jul 2, 2018
The summer is a great time to be outdoors doing fun activities and enjoying the nice weather. But there are some things to keep in mind to ensure that you and your family are having a healthy and safe summer while still having fun. Wear sunscreen. By now, everyone is well aware of the many dangers that the sun can…[...]

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