Immunotherapy uses substances that stimulate the immune system to prevent or treat cancer and other diseases. It is an emerging field bringing signs of hope for cancer patients and their families.One form of immunotherapy involves the use of personalized cancer...
Month: July 2018
Presence of asbestos confirmed in Manhattan steam pipe explosion
On behalf of Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers | Jul 31, 2018 | Mesothelioma
On July 19 at about 6:40 a.m., a 20-inch steam pipe exploded under a street in New York City's Flatiron district. Five people suffered minor injuries from the explosion, which tore a hole in the street and caused a geyser of white smoke and debris. That debris...
Autonomous vehicles could change DUI laws
On behalf of Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers | Jul 30, 2018 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Your safety is never guaranteed when you're behind the wheel. Even if you are being responsible, other drivers may not be. They may be texting, checking Twitter for the latest news or worse, drinking and driving.In 2016, nearly 40,000 people died in vehicle accidents....
What are Tennessee’s penalties for 2nd and 3rd DUI offenses?
On behalf of Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers | Jul 27, 2018 | DUI/Drunk Driving Charges
Tennessee has some of the toughest DUI laws in the U.S., and that means that people convicted of a second or third DUI offense face some serious penalties.As we discussed earlier on this blog, a first-time DUI conviction results in mandatory jail time, fines, loss of...
Ups and downs of home trampolines
On behalf of Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers | Jul 26, 2018 | Defective Products
Family trampolines are popular across Tennessee. Drive around any neighborhood in the Chattanooga area, and you'll likely see them dotting yards on both sides of the street. Regardless of the size, trampolines have one thing in common: they are dangerous, especially...
“Stoned driving” difficult for police to detect
On behalf of Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers | Jul 23, 2018 | DUI/Drunk Driving Charges
Tennessee may not have legalized medical marijuana like some other states have, but that doesn't mean there is a shortage of drivers who use it and other illicit substances. Knowing that, law enforcement officers have struggled to determine the best way in which to...
$4.7B talcum powder cancer verdict against Johnson & Johnson
On behalf of Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers | Jul 20, 2018 | Mesothelioma
Following a five-week-long trial, a St. Louis jury recently awarded a verdict of $4.7 billion against talcum powder manufacturer Johnson & Johnson. The award included $25 million for each of 22 women (or their surviving family members) who claimed to have...
False sense of security? Autopilot not as fail-proof as you think
On behalf of Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers | Jul 17, 2018 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Imagine traveling from California to New York without ever having to touch the steering wheel or acceleration pedal. Self-driving vehicles could one day make that possible, but currently, they aren't safe enough to operate freely on the roads.Advocates of self-driving...
Reminder: It’s illegal to operate a boat under the influence
On behalf of Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers | Jul 12, 2018 | DUI/Drunk Driving Charges
Did you know that alcohol is more intoxicating on the water than on land? According to the U.S. Coast Guard, the marine environment, along with sun, wind, spray, engine noise, vibration and rocking motion all contribute to accelerate impairment. They also cause...
Judge finds driver’s license revocation law unconstitutional
On behalf of Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers | Jul 10, 2018 | Blood Alcohol Tests
Up until recently, Tennessee drivers with unpaid court costs often faced having their driver's licenses revoked. By taking away the ability to drive, individuals faced substantial economic disadvantages, affecting their ability to work and engage in ordinary lawful...
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