Documentary Stirs Discussion About Campus Rape and Sexual Assault
A new documentary on campus rape is stirring controversy. CNN was threatened with legal action for airing it, Slate’s Emily Yoffe has called into question one of its central claims, and 19 Harvard Law School professors have written a letter denouncing its portrayal of how Harvard handled a particular rape...
Continue ReadingThe Secret Lives of Pharmaceutical Companies
Many companies engage in less-than-honest practices, but it is even more concerning when the companies that make your medications aren’t telling you the whole truth. A third of clinical trials performed by pharmaceutical companies and reviewed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for approval were not made available...
Continue ReadingWashington State Legionnaires’ Outbreak
Five people have been diagnosed with Legionnaires' Disease in Wenatchee, Washington. According to Kiro 7 News, “The only common link found so far is that they all shopped in the produce section at the Safeway on North Miller Street in the last three weeks.” The Safeway grocery store in Wenatchee...
Continue ReadingCory Watson Wins Landmark Case for Alabama Consumers
Cory Watson Attorneys has secured a landmark victory for consumers against big businesses who have operated in this state with impunity. The 11th Circuit Court recently ruled that private plaintiffs are allowed to pursue class action lawsuits under the Alabama Deceptive Trade Practices Act (ADTPA) in federal court. The victory...
Continue ReadingTeam Cory Watson competes in Birmingham Bar Bocce Ball Tournament
Our attorneys have rolled up their sleeves for the Birmingham Bar Association’s 7th Annual Bocce Ball Tournament - The Michael D. Freeman Cup. Attorneys Leila Watson, Karen Puccio, Andy Jones, and Mitchell Theodore proudly represented Cory Watson at the bocce ball tournament held on October 22 atop the Kress Building in...
Continue ReadingCould Your Car Be Infected With a Computer Virus?
Today’s technologically advanced cars are increasingly vulnerable to malware and viruses introduced by hackers – similar to the type of stuff that regularly vexes PC users – and automakers and policymakers have some ways to go toward addressing this emerging safety risk. (more…)
Continue ReadingTop Female Attorneys
Congratulations to Cory Watson Attorneys’ founding principal, Leila Watson, and principal, Elizabeth Ellis Chambers, on being selected as two of Avvo’s Top Women Attorneys. Leila and Beth are featured in the August 2015 issue of Birmingham’s B-Metro magazine. B-Metro Magazine excerpt: (more…)
Continue ReadingNeed to Know: Legionnaires’ Disease
Facts about Legionnaires’ disease, its Causes and Prevention Did you know? Legionnaires’ disease is a form of bacterial pneumonia that typically affects the elderly, those who have a weakened immune system, smokers and those who are on medications that suppress the immune system. Did you know? Legionella bacteria causes...
Continue ReadingFamily Doctor Facing Sexual Assault Charges Involving Patient
A physician was arrested and charged with soliciting prostitution after allegedly asking a patient to have sex in exchange for money and drugs. According to news reports, 52-year-old Dr. Ervin Wells was arrested at an Albertville hotel as a result of a criminal investigation prompted by accusations of a...
Continue Reading10 Dead, 100 Infected: Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak in New York City
New York City officials report 10 deaths and over 100 infected in the South Bronx Legionnaires’ disease outbreak that is now being called the city's worst ever. According to Fox 5 New York News, Legionella bacterium has been found in five cooling towers in the area. (more…)
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