Please be advised that as a precautionary measure to slow the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) within our community as advised by our state and local government officials, effective Friday, March 20, 2020, our IKS Team will begin working remotely for an indefinite period. We have equipped our team with laptops, full remote file access, case management software, and all needed online tools to create, collaborate, and get work done for our clients. Please direct communication to us thru our detailed voice mail system at (402) 391-4000, emails to gmueller@inserra.com, clkkelley@inserra.com or rsewell@inserra.com, or by fax to 402-391-4039, and our Team will continue to promptly address any needs or questions that you have for us! We will let you know when we are able to move back into our office, and stay safe and home if you can until we see you in person once again.
Thanks, Craig and Ryan
Harbor Freight Recalling 454,000 Jack Stands for Risk of Collapsing
/in Blog, News /by Mikala HardenHarbor Freight is recalling 454,000 jack stands as they pose a serious safety risk and they have advised consumers to stop using them immediately. Consumers may return them to the store and receive a gift card equal to the price of the jack stands.
Harbor Freight has posted on their retailer’s website that some of the Pittsburg Automotive 3 Ton and 6 Ton Heavy Duty Steel Jack Stands that, “there is a potential, while under load and with a shift in weight, for the pawl to disengage from the extension lifting post, allowing the stand to drop suddenly.” The defect could cause serious bodily injury for people near or under a lifted vehicle and may cause property damage to the vehicle.
The jack stands with item number 56371, 61196 and 61197 are being recalled. The item numbers can be found at the base of the stands on the yellow part of the label for item numbers 61196 and 61197. The 56371 jack stand item number can be found on the label on the top of each stand.
If you or a loved one have or has been injured by a Harbor Freight Jack Stand, please call the experts at Inserra Kelley Sewell to see whether you might be entitled to compensation.
J&J Talcum Powder Stops Sales Due to a Tidal Wave of Lawsuits
/in Blog, News /by Mikala HardenInserra Kelley Sewell has brought to your attention the issues surrounding their Talcum Powder Product and its correlation to Ovarian Cancer, and the issues continue to be litigated for large sums of money.
Johnson & Johnson has stopped selling talc-based baby powder. A product that it may be most identified with for more than 100 years. Tuesday, the company halted sales in the United States and Canada following numerous lawsuits from consumers who alleged that the product caused cancer.
In July of 2018, a Missouri jury awarded $4.69 billion to a group of 22 women who alleged the company’s talc-based baby powder contained asbestos causing them to develop ovarian cancer.
Judge Freda L Wolfson Daubert’s ruling in 2019 allowed multi-district litigation and permitted over 16,000 women’s lawsuit to proceed against Johnson & Johnson.
If you or a loved one has or had Ovarian Cancer and used J&J Talcum Powder for a prolonged period of time, please call the experts at Inserra Kelley Sewell to see whether you might be entitled to compensation.
Omaha Police Department – Unable to Respond to Non-Injury Vehicle Collisions – What to Do!
/in Blog, News /by Mikala HardenThe Omaha Police Department announced that due to Covid-19 concerns it is temporarily suspending responses to non-injury “moveable” property damage automobile collisions as of 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 24, 2020. This means the OPD will continue to respond to collisions if any motorist suffers injuries or a vehicle is not drivable. It is therefore important that if you or your passengers are injured in a collision or your vehicle is not drivable that you call 911 and request officer assistance.
If you are involved in a moveable property damage only collision (without injury) it is important that you exchange information with the other driver (license plate numbers, auto insurance cards, & driver’s license) and get the names and contact information of any witnesses. It is also helpful to take photographs from several sides of all vehicles involved in the collision before they are moved. As always, try to remain calm.
Inserra/Kelley/Sewell is here to help you in your time of need. We understand that a serious personal injury to you or a family member can cause long-term physical, emotional, and financial harm. If you are injured because of a distracted or careless driver and retain our law firm, we will do our best to accomplish the following:
We can provide free consultations, so if you have any questions about your needs for competent legal representation, feel call the Team at Inserra/Kelley/Sewell, Injury Attorneys.
Gap Insurance Coverage: Do you need it for your automobile?
/in Blog, News /by Mikala HardenGap insurance coverage pays for the difference between your automobile loan payoff amount and the value of a vehicle at the time it is totaled in an accident or stolen. This insurance coverage guarantees that if your vehicle is not worth (at current retail value) as much as the amount of your auto loan payoff the insuring company will pay the difference between the two amounts, and leave the insured whole, with no out-of-pocket loss. Most standard auto liability or comprehensive insurance policies only cover what a car is worth at the time of loss, and with insurance carriers no longer using the NADA or Kelley Blue Books for valuation as in the past, and now using services that value vehicles much lower than blue book in some instances, gap insurance has become more valuable than ever. Gap insurance coverage costs very little, and is normally a wise purchase for new or expensive vehicle purchases.
There are three ways to purchase Gap insurance:
Why should you buy it?
Not all drivers need Gap insurance coverage. Your decision to buy gap coverage should depend on your level of risk tolerance, and your financial ability to write what could be a 4-figure check to your auto loan company if your vehicle is totaled in an accident, EVEN IF THE WRECK IS NOT YOUR FAULT. If you decide to purchase gap insurance coverage it is a good idea to check with your insurance agent to find out the cost in comparison with the offered coverage from the dealership before your finalize the purchase. If you have any questions about your needs for gap insurance, feel free to call the Team at Inserra/Kelley/Sewell, Injury Attorneys.
Weight Loss Drug Belviq (Locaserin) May Cause Cancer
/in Blog, News /by Mikala HardenThe United States Food & Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers that the prescription weight loss drug Belviq may cause cancer. A clinical trial showed an increased risk of cancer — and Eisai Inc., the manufacturer, has requested to voluntarily withdraw the drug from the market.
Belviq was approved by the FDA in 2012 to help overweight and obese adults lose weight. Belviq works by increasing feelings of fullness. Eisai, Inc., conducted a randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial to evaluate the risk of heart-related problems. The study showed that approximately 12,000 participants who took the medication over a period of 5 years, more patients taking Belviq (Locaserin) were diagnosed with cancer. Pancreatic, colorectal and lung cancer occurred more frequently among patients taking Belviq.
If you or a loved one has suffered from cancer from taking Belviq, please call the experts at Inserra Kelley Sewell to see whether you might be entitled to compensation.
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