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• Fraud Settlement Helps Coloradan Consumers

  Staff Writer | August 07, 2006 1:50 PM | 0 CommentsColorado Springs, CO

  An August 5, 2006 AP article details a $70 million securities fraud settlement that will help Coloradans who fell prey to a company that targeted military personnel. The Texas-based company, American-Amicable Life Insurance Co. reportedly duped 90,000 consumers, including 70,000 military personnel."Sales agents misled military personnel to believe they could earn $1 million in 20 years if they...

• Congratulations Colorado Springs

  Staff Writer | July 30, 2006 9:28 PM | 0 CommentsColorado Springs, CO

  We love working and assisting the people of Colorado Springs and a report this week by "Money" revealed something that we at Burg Simpson have known for a long time. When looking at factors such as quality of life and climate, Colorado Springs is an incredible city. In fact, "Money" ranked Colorado Springs #1 in the category of "Top Ten Best Big Cities in America To Live!" Way to go Colorado...

• "Black-Box" Antidepressant Warning Still Debated

  Staff Writer | July 19, 2006 6:32 PM | 0 CommentsColorado Springs, CO

  According to a report by the United Press International, the debate continues over the antidepressant's "black box" label, warning of the increased risk for suicidal thoughts and behavior, especially among adolescents. Supporters of the warning see it as necessary and are upset that some doctors are needlessly prescribing these treatments to children. Critics of the warning believe that it...

• Pharmacists Care Important to Patients

  Staff Writer | July 06, 2006 9:33 AM | 0 CommentsColorado Springs, CO

  A recent study documents that the quality of care provided by pharmacists is important to the outcome for particular patients. The study, which was conducted on in-patient conditions, determined that the involvement of a pharmacist in patient care is a valuable addition to the patient's health care process. This is consistent with the obligation of pharmacists to do more than "just fill...

• Liability For Injuries on Commercial Property

  Staff Writer | January 10, 2006 10:34 AM | 0 CommentsColorado Springs, CO

  Chris Hill in Portland has a nice post about Commercial Liability in Slip and Fall, or Premises Liability, cases. While laws differ from state to state, Chris does a good job of covering the basics and talking about the responsibilities of business owners to keep their property clear of dangerous conditions.

• Bachus & Schanker, LLC

  Staff Writer | March 28, 2005 3:04 PM | 0 CommentsColorado Springs, CO

  Bachus & Schanker, LLC founding partners Kyle Bachus and Darin Schanker have dedicated their practice to helping injured people achieve justice. They created the law firm based on the philosophy that individuals deserve respect and dignity as they encounter legal situations. Mr. Bachus and Mr. Schanker believe that too often lawyers are unwilling to take on wrongdoers represented by huge...

• Contaminated Heparin Syringes Recalled

  Shannon Weidemann | April 04, 2008 10:23 AM | 0 CommentsColorado Springs, CO

  A second manufacturer of pre-filled Heparin syringes has issued a drug recall for 32 lots of product. The syringes were manufactured by Covidien who received components for making Heparin from the...

• Canned Bean Recall Expanded to Vegetables

  Shannon Weidemann | February 10, 2008 8:00 AM | 0 CommentsColorado Springs, CO

  A recall of canned beans manufactured by a Michigan based company has been expanded for the second time. This time large cans of vegetables have been added to the recall list. The recalled canned vegetables come in 6 and 7 pound sizes and include beans, asparagus, and black-eyed peas. The cans may be contaminated with botulism. No illnesses have been reported to the FDA, but the agency says...

• Colorado Springs Car Accident Injures Pedestrian

  Shannon Weidemann | December 28, 2007 8:51 PM | 0 CommentsColorado Springs, CO

  A pedestrian was injured in a Colorado Springs car accident on Thursday. The driver of the car first drove into a home and then as he tried to drive away he hit a pedestrian. The pedestrian was injured. The driver was driving on North Carefree Circle in northeast Colorado Springs shortly before 4:45 p.m. when he lost control of his vehicle on an icy spot while attempting to make a left...

• Utah Police Officers Sued for Wrongful Death

  Shannon Weidemann | October 10, 2007 3:15 PM | 0 CommentsColorado Springs, CO

  A man was shot by two police officers in 1998 and his family is now suing for wrongful death. The court case started this week. The victim had been visiting his parent's home and the police were called because he was acting suicidal. When the police arrived he was holding a knife that the officers believed to be a gun. In opening statements, defense attorney Andrew Morse said Peterson...