Dangers of Philips CPAP & Sleep Apnea Machines

Posted on by David G. Hughes

Philips recently recalled millions of its CPAP and sleep apnea machines because of a serious design defect. This defect exposed users to a toxic foam that can cause cancer and other major health problems such as respiratory failure, liver disease, kidney disease, and more.

If you or a loved one have used any of Philips’ CPAP sleep apnea machines and were injured, we may be able to help you get the justice and compensation you deserve.

Contact David Hughes at Mogab & Hughes Attorneys, P.C. about a possible Philips CPAP & Sleep Apnea Machine lawsuit at 314-241-4477 or email him at davidhughes@mogabandhughes.com.

Lawsuits Expanding over Cancer Causing Benzene in P&G Deodorants

Posted on by David G. Hughes

Lawsuits are Expanding over Cancer Causing Benzene in P&G Deodorants. Several claims have been filed in federal court over the amounts of benzene in some of their spray deodorants.  Read the article here: https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2021/12/22/lawsuits-mount-against-procter-gamble-over-benzene-old-spice-secret-sprays/8975001002/

Contact David Hughes at Mogab & Hughes Attorneys, P.C. about a benzene lawsuit at 314-241-4477 or email him at davidhughes@mogabandhughes.com.

 

Occupational Disease and Toxic Exposure Attorney in St. Louis

Posted on by David G. Hughes

Pursuant to R.S.Mo. 287.067, occupational disease is defined to mean an identifiable disease arising with or without human fault out of and in the course of employment. Pursuant to R.S.Mo. 287.020.11, occupational disease due to toxic exposure include the following:  1) Mesothelioma; 2) Asbestosis; 3) Berylliosis; 4) Coal worker’s pneumoconiosis; 5) Bronchiolitis obliterans; 6) Silicosis; 7) Silicotuberculosis; 8) Manganism; 9) Acute myelogenous leukemia; and 10) Myelodysplastic syndrome.

For occupational disease due to toxic exposure involving any of the aforementioned conditions, an amount equal to 200% of the state’s average weekly wage as of the date of diagnosis for 100 weeks shall be paid by the Missouri employer, plus additional benefits under the Missouri worker’s compensation laws.

Contact David Hughes at Mogab & Hughes Attorneys, P.C. about an occupational disease toxic exposure lawsuit at 314-241-4477 or email him at davidhughes@mogabandhughes.com.