Archive for December 07, 2007

New Jersey Governor Proposes Shrinking Drug-Free Zones

New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine and an appointed commission on Wednesday pushed for the weakening of drug-free school zone laws around the state in an effort to make current laws more effective.

Paint Plant Worker Awarded $900,000 for Injuries after Chemical Explosion

A Racine, Wisconsin, man who sued the manufacturer of an alleged anti-static chemical bag after suffering second- and third-degree burns to 19 percent of his body during an explosion involving the bag was awarded a $900,000 settlement on the second day of his civil suit.

Landscaper Sues Lawn Mower Manufacturer for Burns

A Cahokia, Wisconsin, man filed suit on Nov. 26 in St. Clair County Circuit Court against the manufacturer, the distributor, and the reseller of a Scag Turf Tiger lawn mower. The man claims that while using the lawn mower, the fuel line became detached, causing a fire that burned him severely.

Company Contends No Bid Workers' Comp Management Contract

A Pittsburgh, PA-based company specializing in workers' compensation solutions recently filed a lawsuit against the state, alleging that it erroneously awarded a contract to a competitor without a bid process.