Today, at Coffey McPharlin, we are profoundly proud to share a significant victory—a six-year legal battle culminating in a victorious settlement for Mallory and her family. This settlement not only represents a financial win but stands as a testament to resilience and justice in the face of adversity. The Beginning of a Long Journey In … Continue reading “Celebrating Justice: Mallory’s Triumph in Boat Accident Legal Battle”
In a shocking incident that underscores the inherent risks within the construction industry, a part of a crane recently collapsed on a bridge in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, tragically resulting in one dead and injuring three others. This devastating event not only highlights the dangers faced by construction workers and bystanders but also the complex aftermath … Continue reading “Fort Lauderdale Crane Collapse: How Coffey McPharlin Stands Up for the Injured”
Recently, our own Sam Coffey was invited to contribute to the Daily Business Review on Combating Corporate Greed. Unfortunately, the incidence of companies placing profits ahead of the health, safety and rights of individuals has become a common issue in our court systems Unfortunately, the incidence of companies placing profits ahead of the health, safety … Continue reading “Combating Corporate Greed with Sam Coffey”
Recent studies have linked hair dye and hair straightening chemicals to breast cancer, showing a 60% increase in risk for some women who use them. Here are the facts from our expert. BY HEATHER ALEXANDER Woman with hair dyed red Experts and consumers have expressed concerns about a link between hair products and breast cancer … Continue reading “Hair dye, hair relaxers and breast cancer: What’s the risk?”
Lawsuits against hair relaxer manufacturers – and a study about relaxers — is raising concerns over their safety. Allure asked gynecologic oncologists and the study’s lead author: What does this all mean? BY DEANNA PAI November 2, 2022 UPDATE (February 8, 2023, 2:02 P.M. ET): Almost 60 lawsuits against hair relaxer manufacturers are now being … Continue reading “There’s A Lot in the News About Hair Relaxers and Uterine Cancer: How Worried Should We Be?”
NIH study finds Black women may be more affected due to higher use. >Women who used chemical hair straightening products were at higher risk for uterine cancer compared to women who did not report using these products, according to a new study from the National Institutes of Health. The researchers found no associations with uterine … Continue reading “Hair straightening chemicals associated with higher uterine cancer risk”
Women who use chemical hair straighteners and relaxers may have a higher risk of uterine cancer, according to a new study from researchers at the US National Institutes of Health (NIH). The study findings were published on October 17, 2022, in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. Study details The researchers used data from … Continue reading “Study Finds Possible Link Between Hair Straightening Chemicals and Uterine Cancer”
Recently, our own Sam Coffey & Sean Goldstein were invited to contribute to the Daily Business Review on Liability Law. Florida defense counsel provided an opinion piece suggesting that the victims of tractor trailer accidents should be precluded from obtaining all discovery from a trucking company based upon relevancy concerns. Florida defense counsel provided an … Continue reading “Fake News! Confusing Theories of Liability”
Recently, our own Sam Coffey was invited to contribute to the Daily Business Review on Technology and the Law The technology sector has out-paced legal liability issues. In recent years, we have seen lawsuits against major companies that are blurring definitions that were once taken for granted. The world’s obsession with technology has certainly resulted … Continue reading “As Impact of Technology Grows, Plaintiffs Firms Must Respond With Creativity”
MIAMI – On July 6th 2019, a gas explosion at a former restaurant in a Plantation shopping center on South University drive destroyed several businesses and 22 people wounded. “It was really a ticking time bomb,” said Trial Attorney Sam Coffey, who represents 30 people and commercial businesses impacted by the blast. His law firm … Continue reading “Sam Coffey on CBS News Miami Talking About PizzaFire Explosion”
