Entries by Powell & Majestro P.L.L.C.

Tepezza Lawsuits: Patients Seek Justice for Permanent Hearing Loss

In the realm of rare disease treatments, Tepezza (teprotumumab-trbw) emerged as a significant development for patients suffering from thyroid eye disease (TED). Developed by Horizon Therapeutics and approved by the FDA in January 2020, Tepezza became the first and only medication specifically designed to treat this uncommon autoimmune condition that can cause bulging eyes, double […]

How to Overcome Trauma After a Trucking Accident

Experiencing a trucking accident can profoundly affect your physical, emotional, and psychological wellbeing. However, many victims forget about their emotional and mental needs because of the severity of their physical injuries. It’s important to support your mental health through this difficult time. Having the right legal support can make this time period less stressful. Call […]

Common Mistakes to Avoid After a Commercial Truck Accident

Commercial truck accidents involve large vehicles such as semi-trucks, 18-wheelers, or delivery trucks. These accidents are often severe, given the size and weight of these vehicles. According to the National Safety Council, about 110,000 large commercial trucks are involved in injury crashes across the US each year. Being involved in a big rig accident can […]

TikTok in the Crosshairs: Multi-State Legal Challenge Alleges Damage to Children’s Mental Health

In recent years, TikTok has surged in popularity, becoming a primary source of entertainment and communication for millions of youths worldwide. However, as its user base expands, a concerning narrative has emerged, one that highlights the adverse effects of TikTok on children’s mental health. Recently, fourteen state attorneys general filed individual lawsuits against the platform, […]

The Dark Side of Social Influencing: Liability for Injuries from Promoted Products

The influence of social media on consumer behavior is undeniable. With vast audiences and established trust, influencers can impact consumer choices in profound ways. But while influencer marketing has transformed the way brands connect with audiences, it has also given rise to unintended consequences, especially when influencers endorse harmful or defective products. The Power of […]

A look back at active mass torts lawsuits in 2023

Product liability lawsuits are sometimes filed because one person has been harmed as a result of defective or unreasonably dangerous product. There are also times when products harm so many people that those victims join forces. There were a number of mass tort lawsuits making their way through the courts in 2023. The following three […]

Second class action filed in response to natural gas outage

A second potential class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of about 1,100 Charleston-area customers who lost natural gas service over the weekend. The plaintiffs in this case – Thomas Tolliver and Bailes Glass Co. – filed their complaint November 15 in Kanawha Circuit Court against West Virginia-American Water Company and Mountaineer Gas Company. […]

Motorcycles and lemon law: What you need to know in West Virginia

West Virginia Lemon Law is a provision that protects consumers who purchase defective vehicles from the manufacturers. According to this regulation, a manufacturer can replace a vehicle for a buyer or lessee if they cannot fix it after three valid attempts or one life-threatening issue within one year or 12,000 miles of acquiring the vehicle. […]

Most common causes of truck accidents

Commercial trucks are a regular fixture in West Virginia. Although it’s normal to share the road with these vehicles, their presence poses higher risks of accidents. These are the most common causes of truck crashes. Driver error Truck accidents often occur when truck drivers make errors. This can include an array of issues such as distracted […]

What limitations are there in pursuing a lemon law case?

When it comes to the lemon law in West Virginia, there are several limitations in place that you must keep in mind. They have to do with how long you have to file a legal action against the manufacturer, what motor vehicles and consumers are covered, and the proper procedures for informing the manufacturer about […]