As winter sets in, we brighten our homes with festive decorations, use heaters to stay warm, and enjoy holiday traditions like cooking and fireworks. However, these activities can increase the risk of burn injuries. While accidents happen, in some cases burn injuries result from negligence,…
As more people turn to alternative treatments for pain, anxiety, depression, and even opioid withdrawal, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is cautioning against using kratom, a plant-based product linked to serious health risks and fatalities. In 2021, nearly 1.7 million Americans reported using…
Over the past four-plus years, the Archdiocese of New Orleans has been battling bankruptcy proceedings due to Louisiana sex abuse lawsuits. The bankruptcy has caused tension between diocese leaders and parishioners, diocese leaders and state lawmakers, and diocese leaders and survivors of childhood sexual abuse.…
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New Orleans has spent almost $40 million in fees on its bankruptcy. This number has Louisiana sex abuse survivors and their attorneys concerned about mismanagement of the process. According to WWL-TV, the volunteer who manages the bankruptcy, Lee Eagan, has…
The deadline has been extended for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse to file a lawsuit against their abusers. Through Senate Bill 246 civil sex abuse lawsuits under the “lookback window” law can now be filed through June 14, 2027. No one should be a…
Recent legislative efforts have made progress on improving the rights of church sex abuse survivors, but a major loophole in the laws surrounding this terrible crime is keeping perpetrators safe. New Associated Press investigations into the Utah-based Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, also…
American shoppers spend billions of dollars buying gifts for their loved ones during the holiday season. The average person spends nearly $1,000 on holiday shopping, often purchasing toys and other gifts for those in their lives. However, it’s essential to know that buying the wrong…
A federal lawsuit recently filed against Circle of Hope Girls Ranch, a shuttered Christian boarding school in Missouri, has brought renewed attention to the issue of abuse in religious schools and the lack of state oversight. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of an 18-year-old former student,…
Rohnert Park, CA — A child was hospitalized after being struck while riding a motorized scooter on Thursday, December 4, 2024, according to KRON. Rohnert Park Police & Fire reported that the accident occurred near the intersection of Southwest Boulevard and Seed Farm Drive when…
Yesturday, Pope Francis named 21 new Cardinals. The vision is that they will sweep in a view towards reform in the Church. This will be watched with interest and some doubt. While the Church has always talked about wanting to deal with past abuse the…
