Author Archives: Finkelstein & Partners

Apple Patents Automatic Lockout System Stops Drivers From Sending Messages While Driving

Apple has patented a new method to help reduce the texting and driving trend. The -->

Are You Being Tricked into Agreeing to Arbitrate?

Sometimes as a consumer, we experience problems with a product that lead us to sue -->

U.S. Senator Sees Astounding Number of Safety Violations at Metro-North

Metro-North managed to rack up 139 safety violations over the past 10 years, while also -->

Kraft Recalls 96,000 Pounds of Oscar Mayer Wieners

Due to a labeling mishap, Kraft is recalling 96,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer Classic Wiener. -->

The enemy at home: Veterans addicted and dying from VA pain pills

Whistleblowers say military doctors and VA have overprescribed powerful narcotics for more than a decade. -->

A fatal wait: Veterans languish and die on a VA hospital’s secret list

(CNN) — By Scott Bronstein and Drew Griffin:  At least 40 U.S. veterans died waiting -->

Mazda Recalling 109,000 Tribute SUVs for Possible Steering-Loss Issue

Mazda is recalling 109,000 Tribute SUVs to fix possible corrosion issues in the vehicle’s suspension, -->

Did GM Reject Safer Ignition Switch Design in 2001 Because of Cost?

Newly released GM documents reveal that in 2001 the company considered, and then rejected, an -->

Working at Heights – What is Suspension Trauma and How Can You Avoid It?

When working at heights, most consideration is devoted to scaffolding and safety harnesses. But what -->

Eye Safety Checklist for the Workplace

Taking the proper safety measures to protect your eyes in the workplace is extremely important. -->

FDA Warns Manufacturer of Sports Supplement ‘Craze’

The FDA has sent an official warning letter to Craze about concerns that have been -->

Almost Half of Teen Drivers Involved in Fatal Crashes Die

false Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for 14- to 18-year olds -->

Toyota Recalls Nearly 6.5 Million Vehicles for Steering and Other Faults

Toyota has issued the 2nd largest recall announcement, calling back 6.39 million vehicles globally after -->

All veterans eligible for VA dental coverage

Veterans Today, April 16, 2014: For the first time in history, the U.S. government has -->

Judge’s Surprise Ruling On Veteran’s Exposure to Toxic Chemicals On U.S. Military Base Called “Turning Point”

Many Veterans who served in areas other than the Republic of Vietnam during the Vietnam -->

Finding the Right Car Seat for Your Kids

Finding the right car seat for your child based on their age, weight and height -->

Eyes on the Road: The Challenges of Safe Driving

There are three types of distractions while driving: Manual, visual, and cognitive.Manual: taking your hands -->

Evenflo Recalls 1.37 Million Car Seats

Evenflo announced on Friday that it is recalling 1.37 million convertible car seats and harnessed -->

Spring Cleaning Safety Tips

It’s that time of year again! Time to do a deep clean to our homes, -->

Chicken Recall Affects New York

AdvancePierre Foods of Oklahoma is recalling approximately 8,730 pounds of frozen chicken breast products due -->

Baseball Safety for Kids

With the weather getting warmer, we’re starting to think about getting our little ones ready -->