"We really want to shed light and protect girls in our schools. There are laws out there that help, like Title IX, which we’ve sued under in this case, that help protect (females) from sexual harassment and assault." attorney Teri Mastando Click to see the original article on WAAY 31 By: Sophia Borrelli WAAY 31 has learned new details in a sexual harassment lawsuit against a Madison City School teacher and the school district’s superintendent. The attorney for the unnamed teen who … [Read more...]
Fourteen year old basketball player sexually harassed by coach
“The most troubling thing for us is that she was not believed…The idea that a young woman would come forward and be subjected to scrutiny by not only by the police, but the superintendent, her principal, teachers, and peers and never crack and always tell the same story and not be believed is troubling!” attorney Eric Artrip Click to see the original article and video on WHNT BY BRIAN LAWSON HUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- A former James Clemens High School female student … [Read more...]
Zantac: Cancer Risk
“If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer in the past two years and regularly took Zantac for the last 4 years, call us. You may have a case.” Eric Artrip Sandoz Inc. has issued a voluntary recall after confirming that the generic Zantac capsules contained an "unexpected impurity, N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), which is like a human carcinogen. The FDA issued an advisory on September 13, 2019, warning the public of a Zantac Cancer risk due to chemical contamination of the … [Read more...]
What to do if you think you’re a victim of pregnancy discrimination
“If there’s not a policy in place you can go to someone in management that you think could do something about the discrimination and ask for help.” attorney Teri Mastando Click to see the original article on AL.com By Anna Claire Vollers | avollers@al.com Pregnancy-related discrimination is illegal, but it still happens. And sometimes, employers who discriminate aren’t held accountable unless the employee threatens legal action. We spoke with Teri Mastando, a Huntsville attorney who … [Read more...]
Alabama first-grader sexually assaulted at school, lawsuit claims
“Schools have a responsibility to protect its students and to immediately inform parents when serious issues arise. That did not happen here, so we are proud to represent this family.” Attorney Eric Artrip Click to see the original article By Trisha Powell Crain | tcrain@al.com A group of first-grade girls sexually assaulted a first-grade female classmate on the playground and in the restroom at an elementary school in Hoover, Ala., according to a federal lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges … [Read more...]
How homeowners can stay vigilant of wire fraud
Click to see the original article By Jason Knowles Monday, August 26, 2019 11:00AM Before you wire transfer money for your new home, make sure you are not about to click away your life savings. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, wire fraud for homebuyers is on the rise, with roughly $150 million dollars lost last year. Emails can be fake, so make sure you're sending money to the right person. Pick up the phone and talk to your banker, your real estate agent and … [Read more...]
Wheels falling off BOB Britax jogging strollers.
Lots of Huntsville runners with young children both race and train while pushing jogging strollers. It’s a great way for active parents and children to enjoy the outdoors together while getting in the miles. Alarmingly, one stroller manufacturer, Britax Child Safety, Inc. (BOB Gear), is facing a federal lawsuit and complaints to the Consumer Product Safety Commission about the wheels coming off its strollers, injuring approximately 100 children and adults. The company is marketing these costly, … [Read more...]
More accusers come forward in lawsuit against Decatur doctor
“These people actually approached us several months ago…We also have another eight women that we are currently evaluating their cases.” said plaintiff’s attorney Eric Artrip Click to see the original article and the interview with Eric Artrip July 16, 2019 at 5:13 PM CDT - Updated July 17 at 8:21 PM DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - Four more accusers have come forward in a sexual assault lawsuit filed against Decatur rheumatologist Dr. Michael Dick. The original complaint filed against … [Read more...]
Equifax to pay up to $700M in data breach settlement with FTC, coalition of 50 Attorneys General including Alabama
Attorney Eric Artrip was the first lawyer in north Alabama to file a class-action lawsuit against Equifax. He says a settlement has been in the works for a few months. "There have been a variety of terms discussed, but when they finally came to a resolution as a result of mediations a couple of weeks ago and we're very pleased with what happened," Artrip said. Original article from WHNT HUNTSVILLE, Ala - Equifax will pay up to $700 million to settle with the Federal Trade … [Read more...]
30 plaintiffs now part of sexual misconduct lawsuit against Decatur Dr. Michael Dick
"Right now there are 30 women that have joined together. Most all of these women were patients of his in the last two years. They didn’t come forward because they didn’t think they would be believed, and didn’t want to hold themselves up to the scrutiny that victims are subject to in this society." said attorney Eric Artrip Original article from WHNT DECATUR, Ala. -- Doctor Michael Dick is facing criminal charges amid allegations by former patients that he engaged in harassment and … [Read more...]
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