Blog Category - Legal News

Aug

Alabama Cyclist Killed in Lee County: Bicycle Safety, Business Vehicle Liability, and Support for the Family

Ryár was reportedly traveling across the United States by bicycle, riding from San Diego, California, toward Savannah, Georgia. This loss is first and foremost a human tragedy. A visitor came to this country for an ambitious journey, and his family is now facing grief from thousa...

Aug

Johnson & Johnson Agrees to Pay Up to $5.5 Billion to Settle Talc Lawsuits

It is reportedly conditioned on at least 95% of the remaining eligible claimants agreeing to participate. The proposed deal is expected to cover approximately 76,000 claims and may provide up to $3 billion in initial payments during 2027, with additional payments beginning in 202...

Aug

Eleven Years Later, the Fight Isn't Over: Why One Patent Holder Is Still Seeking Justice

In his latest video, Lee shares the remarkable story of a patent lawsuit unlike any other he's handled and explains why some cases aren't just about money—they're about holding powerful corporations accountable. An 11-Year Patent Lawsuit. . . Without a Trial Patent litigation is r...

Aug

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Birmingham Industrial Accident: What Rights Does a Worker’s Family Have?

On July 14, 2026, 37-year-old Lederiest Antwon Clark of Bessemer was killed in an apparent industrial accident at Mill Steel Company on Finley Avenue in Birmingham. Authorities reported that Clark suffered blunt-force injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The Occupationa...

Aug

The Second Circuit Just Revived the Tylenol Autism Litigation

On July 13, 2026, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit issued a major ruling in the Tylenol Autism litigation. Plaintiffs in the Tylenol Autism litigation are parents, guardians, and children who allege that they or their children developed Autism Spect...

Aug

AI Wrongful Death Lawsuits: Who May Be Liable When a Chatbot Contributes to Tragedy?

The family of 29-year-old Christian Faith Madison, a woman from Trafford, Alabama, has filed a wrongful-death lawsuit alleging that ChatGPT contributed to her death. According to news reports, the lawsuit claims the chatbot encouraged Madison’s delusional beliefs, reinforced the ...

Aug

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Alabama’s Roblox Settlement Signals a Bigger Conversation About Online Child Safety

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced a $12. 2 million settlement with Roblox after investigations and lawsuits alleged the gaming platform failed to adequately protect minors from online predators and harmful interactions. The agreement requires Roblox to implement st...

Aug

Alabama House Bill 60 Signed Into Law: Strengthening Legal Protections for Servicemembers

HGD Law Firm is proud to share that Alabama House Bill 60 has officially been signed into law by Governor Kay Ivey, marking an important advancement in legal protections for individuals serving on active military duty. The legislation originated with an initial draft prepared by ...

Aug

Another Preventable Medical Tragedy Raises Questions About Surgical Safety and Patient Protection

For families reading stories like this, one question often rises immediately: How can something like this happen? While every case has unique facts and ongoing investigations, situations involving surgical errors and preventable medical harm highlight a larger issue patients acro...

Aug

A Real Client Story Behind the Baby Food Autism Lawsuit

Attorney Caroline Hollingsworth Shares What Families Are Facing Baby Food Autism Lawsuit: Attorney Shares a Real Client Story Across the country, more and more families are coming forward with heartbreaking stories—stories that start with something as simple as feeding thei...

Aug

Landmark Social Media Verdicts Signal a Turning Point for Victims Seeking Justice

For years, families across the country have raised concerns about the dangers of social media, from addiction and mental health deterioration to child exploitation. Now, juries are beginning to hold tech giants accountable—and these recent rulings may mark the beginning of ...

Aug

Uber Hit With $8.5 Million Verdict in First Sexual Assault MDL Bellwether Trial

In a landmark decision with nationwide implications, a federal jury has ordered Uber Technologies Inc. to pay $8. 5 million to a survivor of sexual assault in the first bellwether trial arising from the consolidated Uber sexual assault multidistrict litigation (MDL). The verdict s...

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