The FDA has been criticized for overstepping its bounds in the past, but with a new law regulating e-cigarettes it might be that they have actually helped prevent teens from turning to smoking. The question remains whether or not this is enough of an incentive to curtail teen vaping and turn back the rising tide … Read more
Stryker Hip Implants has been an implant that’s come under scrutiny for the number of cases where patients are suing them because their hip replacement failed. Stryker is one of many companies being sued by these implants, which have led to extremely negative publicity when it comes to consumer safety. With a new CEO and … Read more
In the United States, servers are not guaranteed to receive a minimum wage. Bartenders have had their tips stolen by managers who pool them for themselves and sometimes even pay lower wages than promised. An effective solution is tip-pooling: giving money that would be given directly to servers in order to ensure they earn at … Read more
Monsanto, the maker of Roundup weedkiller, has been involved in a number of lawsuits and controversies since it released the product in 1974. Here’s an overview of some key developments over the years. Part 1: 1975 – Monsanto releases its first major herbicide product Part 2: 1978-1982 – The EPA establishes “safe” level for glyphosate … Read more