During the year, we at Theodoros & Rooth take time to inform you about items in the news that may affect you. It’s one way we feel we can keep you more safe and secure as you go about your daily lives. We will continue to do so in 2019. Here are highlights of some...
Theodoros & Rooth has seen far too many instances of inferior or dangerous medical devices and the repercussions when doctors implant them. In fact, we have reported on many of them here. Too many of these have been tragic cases that have caused permanent injury to patients and, at times, even death. It was good...
There have been a lot of stories in the news lately about medical devices and how consumers should be cautious before having one implanted. One story, reported by NBC News, notes that “A 2017 study found that roughly half of U.S. doctors receive payments from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.” That’s roughly $2.5 billion dollars...
Your friends at Theodoros & Rooth have generations of experience handling truck accidents, motor vehicle and motorcycle collisions, and vehicle v. pedestrian accidents. When someone else is at fault, we will fight for justice to ensure you are fairly compensated for your injuries. Prior to our involvement, there are several tips we can provide that will protect your interests,...
Many of you have no doubt used the herbicide known as Roundup. It has been commonly used by home gardeners, landscapers, and farmers for more than 40 years. Now there are serious concerns about its usage. Dwayne Johnson, a California school groundskeeper, was recently awarded a $289-million verdict against Monsanto, the manufacturer of Roundup. Johnson...
With temperatures dropping below freezing during this time of year, slip and fall injuries are at their highest. Slip and fall accidents send more people to the emergency room than any other accident, according to the National Safety Council. Slip and fall injuries are one of the leading causes of traumatic brain injuries (including concussions),...
Electronic cigarette, commonly known as e-cigs, were invented in a bid to offer a nicotine fix without the side effects of traditional tobacco cigarettes. However, e-cigs are being shown to post unique risks, including the chance of blowing up in the users face or pocket. Just this past September, an explosion from an e-cig killed...
It’s usually an essential when visiting the doctor. A blood pressure check. You might be one of about 75 million American adults (29%) that have high blood pressure (hypertension). That’s 1 in every 3 American adults. “Anyone, including children, can develop high blood pressure. It greatly increases the risk for heart disease and stroke, the first and...