Brooks Law Group
Español
800 529 3030
800 529 3030
Call Now

Blog: Product Liability

Free Consultation
Backyard Danger: Florida Homeowners Worry About Pool Pump Explosions

Backyard Danger: Florida Homeowners Worry About Pool Pump Explosions

Pool pump explosions. What are they, and why are more Tampa homeowners worrying about them? It’s an important topic, and one we’re ready to tackle head-on. In Florida, a backyard pool is as common as a car parked in the driveway. Thanks to our extreme weather, homeowners consider private pools as a huge asset, and ...
Talcum Powder: Dangers and Lawsuits

Talcum Powder: Dangers and Lawsuits

Talcum powder, also known as talc, has a very muddied medical history. Since the 1930s, people have been skeptical to use it as a self-care product at home. A 1975 study discovered that a whopping 75% of ovarian tumors had talc particles in them. Finally, in 2020, self-care titan Johnson & Johnson discontinued the sale ...
Beware of Pool Filter Explosions in Florida

Beware of Pool Filter Explosions in Florida

Many people are spending more time at home as the COVID-19 pandemic surges on. In Florida, that means chances are high that families are making good use of the backyard pool. More use means that the pool filter will need more frequent cleaning and maintenance — but be careful if you’re planning to do it ...
Do You Have Ovarian Cancer After Using Talcum Powder?

Do You Have Ovarian Cancer After Using Talcum Powder?

Talcum Powder Linked to Cancer It has been found that the use of talcum powder routinely, for feminine hygiene practice, has been linked to cancer. Johnson & Johnson specifically has been held liable in many cases since 2016.  There is enough evidence to expose the fact that Johnson & Johnson has hidden information and knowingly ...

Inside Look – Developments in the Roundup Cancer Lawsuit

On this Friday’s Inside Look by Brooks, Steve is back to cover a few interesting developments in the recent Roundup cancer lawsuits that have been piling up against Monsanto. Former NFL Player Sues Monsanto Over Roundup Weedkiller! Recently, former NFL player and ESPN analyst Merril Hoge also filed a lawsuit against Monsanto for its herbicide ...
Former NFL Player Merril Hoge Says Roundup Caused His Cancer

Former NFL Player Merril Hoge Says Roundup Caused His Cancer

If you’ve followed the news lately, you’ve probably heard a thing or two about Monsanto’s herbicide named Roundup. It’s the most popular weedkiller sold in the world. Recently, Roundup has been facing a large amount of controversy. Across the country, thousands of lawsuits are pending against the company that produces Roundup. These lawsuits all claim ...

Unanimous Verdict Delivered: Monsanto Facing Thousands of Lawsuits

On this week’s Inside Look by Brooks, our host, Steve Brooks, will discuss the recent verdict by a federal jury in a Roundup cancer related case. Monsanto is currently facing more than 9,000 lawsuits across the country, and this is the second major verdict against Roundup in less than 12 months. Unanimous Verdict Delivered: Monsanto ...
Your Weed Killer May Be Linked to Cancer

Your Weed Killer May Be Linked to Cancer

Our country relies on the hard, often thankless, job of farmers and farmworkers. The sprawling fields full of crops help ensure that we have the food we need as a country to thrive. The agricultural industry has to fight pests and pervasive weeds to nurture their crops from mere seeds to the fully-grown product we ...
Generic High Blood Pressure Drug Valsartan Linked to Toxic Carcinogen

Generic High Blood Pressure Drug Valsartan Linked to Toxic Carcinogen

In the past few decades, we’ve all witnessed the rise of Chinese manufacturing. While it has decreased costs on many consumer products, it has not come without controversy. Beyond the loss of American jobs, there’s the question of safety standards. Are the countries we’ve outsourced to maintaining all the safety standards we’ve come to expect? ...

Gadolinium, the MRI Contrast Agent

On this Friday’s Inside Look By Brooks, Steve Brooks discusses the MRI contrast agent called Gadolinium. What is it, what are the risks, and what can you do about it? Transcript: Good afternoon, Steve Brooks here with Friday’s Inside Look By Brooks. Welcome! I was at a conference last week with a few of my ...
Explosive Airbags: The Takata Recall and Downfall

Explosive Airbags: The Takata Recall and Downfall

As automobile technology has increased, so have the safety features and regulations. Today, our cars are safer than ever. They come standard with features that keep us all better protected on the road, from antilock brakes to traction control. Some of the newest luxury cars come equipped with futuristic features like accident avoidance systems. We ...
Xarelto: A Drug That Can Cause a Patient to Bleed Out

Xarelto: A Drug That Can Cause a Patient to Bleed Out

If you have AFIB or have had a hip or knee replacement you are probably familiar with Xarelto. What is Xarelto? Xarelto is a drug used to prevent blood clots from forming by blocking specific proteins in your body. The dosage taken is different for each specific case; therefore, always follow your doctor’s directions carefully ...

Video: Inside Look at IVC Filters and Injury Cases

Today on Inside Look by Brook’s, Steve Brooks talks about IVC Filters. Find us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookslawgroup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxLC66RmQTGyn_Xv898Gung? Twitter: https://x.com/BrooksLawGroup Introduction Good afternoon and welcome to Friday’s Inside Look by Brook’s. I’m Steve Brooks with offices in Tampa, Lakeland, Winter Haven, and Auburndale. We’re an all injury law firm practicing here in the State ...
Invokana… Doing More Good Than Bad?

Invokana… Doing More Good Than Bad?

Diabetes is affecting millions and millions of people in the United States today. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 30.3 million people have diabetes; this means that about 1 in 10 people have it and unfortunately 1 in every 4 don’t know they have it. Once you are diagnosed with diabetes, ...
Popular Weed Killer Linked To Cancer Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma

Popular Weed Killer Linked To Cancer Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma

Weeds have been a nuisance to all land owners since the beginning of time. It wasn’t until the 1970’s that the company Monsanto produced and marketed Roundup – a glyphosate based solution that would act as an herbicide for every-day use. This solution allows users to kill pesky weeds without harming surrounding plants. Roundup is ...

Have You Had Physio-Mesh Hernia Repair Surgery? Important Info

What is a Hernia? According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), a hernia “occurs when an organ, intestine or fatty tissue squeezes through a hole or a weak spot in the surrounding muscle or connective tissue.” The FDA explains that “hernias often occur at the abdominal wall.” Signs of a hernia “can be visible ...

Mother in New Jersey Files New Lawsuit Against Zofran

Although originally hailed as a Godsend for expectant mothers, the anti-nausea drug Zofran (routinely prescribed to pregnant women to combat debilitating nausea and vomiting) is now turning out to be more of a hazard than a relief. Reports of women who used the drug during pregnancy having babies with various birth defects, including clubbed feet, ...

Johnson & Johnson to Pay Out $72 Million in Talcum Powder Lawsuit

Johnson & Johnson has been a household name for decades. Many mothers and grandmothers have sworn by their products, touting them as essential tools for soothing babies and providing reliable feminine hygiene products. However, Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has recently been in the news, and not in a good way. This past Monday, a St. ...

Energy-Drink Manufacturer Monster Beverage Accused of Negligence

We’ve all been there: groggily sloughing through a late-night test or early-morning trip on a sleep-deprived tank. Many turn to coffee just to get them through the challenging period in question. For some, however, coffee just doesn’t cut it. Some crave an energy jolt that’s immediate, more intense, and longer term. Monster Energy Drinks, in ...

GM’s First Federal Ignition Switch Trial Ended Today

News surfaces regarding General Motors’ ignition switch defect quite frequently: stories about the tragic accidents that resulted from the defect, updates on new vehicles being recalled, and articles regarding the impending lawsuits resulting from these accidents. To recap, GM’s ignition-switch defect caused small cars, mostly from its pre-bankruptcy era, to turn off suddenly when the ...