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Commercial airplane crashes are catastrophic events that typically affect the lives of hundreds, if not thousands, of people immediately. For each family member or survivor who is impacted, the process of dealing not only with the sudden tragedy but also the abrupt legal issues related to a plane crash lawsuit can be…

The Montreal Convention is an international treaty specifying the liability of air carrier forair passenger death or bodily injury; delays of passengers, cargo or luggage; or lost baggage or cargo. The Montreal Convention protects passengers and shippers from potential losses and provides airlines with consistent…

Childhood sexual abuse is a severe problem that affects approximately one in four girls and one in 13 boys worldwide. It has been connected with higher risks for negative physical and mental health outcomes. These include behavioral problems, obesity, psychiatric issues, self-harm, shorter lifespans, and substance…

Americans place a huge amount of trust in our school system. But sometimes, school employees and volunteers misuse that trust by exploiting their respected educational positions to sexually abuse children. Learn about sexual abuse in schools and how the trauma-informed lawyers at Motley Rice are helping victims seek…

Sexual abuse on college and university campuses is, unfortunately, common. Survivors of this abuse have legal rights and may be able to hold the institutions, colleges and universities liable for the harm they’ve experienced. Our lawyers can represent and support survivors of sexual abuse in their pursuit of civil…

Our nation depends on heavy trucks for delivering goods safely, picking up trash, pouring cement and many other tasks. When commercial vehicle owners and manufacturers fall short on safety, truck accident lawsuits can compensate injured collision victims and drive regulatory improvements.

Experts have long known the health risks of asbestos. The U.S. government started banning different uses of asbestos in the 1970s, with more uses banned in the years since. But there’s still a chance of household asbestos exposure today. No level of exposure to asbestos is safe. Learn more about where asbestos…

Asbestos and Canada have a long history that includes a once-booming asbestos mining industry. Asbestos workers and individuals exposed to products containing asbestos have an increased risk of illness. If you or someone you love was sickened by asbestos exposure, you may qualify for compensation.

Sometimes, it takes years for childhood sex abuse victims to seek criminal or civil justice for the harms perpetrated against them. In the past, the statute of limitations (SOLs) may have prevented them from seeking justice. Statutes of limitations are unforgiving and do not account for the delayed disclosures of…

Toxic tort lawsuits are brought by individuals who suffer injury when exposed to toxic chemicals, drugs or other hazardous materials. Toxic torts often affect large numbers of people, mainly in cases involving environmental exposure. These larger torts are sometimes characterized as class actions or mass toxic tort…

Asbestos exposure can cause severe and fatal asbestos-related diseases, including mesothelioma, lung cancer and asbestosis. These medical conditions can take decades to develop and cause debilitating symptoms. If you or your loved one was diagnosed with a condition linked to asbestos, you may qualify for an asbestos…

Midair collisions can happen because of pilot errors, air traffic control mistakes, mechanical issues and commercial airline negligence. If you or your loved one was the victim of a plane crash, you may qualify for a midair collision lawsuit. Motley Rice can handle your personal injury or wrongful death claim with…

Bus accident lawsuits seek compensation for individuals who have been harmed in bus collisions. They can also seek changes to a company’s practices and procedures. You may qualify for financial damages if you or someone you love was hurt because of the negligent actions of a bus driver, bus company or other third-…

Manufacturing and design defects can lead to severe and fatal accidents. Some automakers know about the defects and try to conceal them. We advocate for car crash victims in cases involving airbag malfunctions, seat failure, weak roofs and tread separation (sometimes called tire de-treading), among other product…

UDAP (Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices) statutes prohibit deceptive and unfair business practices. These laws cover consumer issues related to advertising, credit proposals, sales techniques and warranties. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) enforces the federal UDAP. States also have their own consumer…

The August 28, 2025, ruling by U.S. District Judge George Daniels found that the plaintiffs’ claims were sufficiently strong to proceed and rejected the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia argument that its alleged ties to the attackers were coincidental and innocent.

Birth control lawsuits seek compensation for people harmed by birth control side effects. These lawsuits allege that birth control manufacturers hurt consumers with defective drugs and products. They also allege that the manufacturers did not warn the public about the risks of using various birth control methods.

The catastrophic events on September 11, 2001, left behind a tragedy with no easy answers. Since then, the families of those killed and victims injured in the attacks have fought the good fight in pursuit of truth and justice. On August 28, 2025, District Judge George Daniels of the Southern District of New York…

Semaglutide is the active ingredient in popular weight loss drugs Ozempic® and Wegovy®. These powerful pharmaceuticals have taken the media, internet and pharmacies by storm. However, there are increasing numbers of reports on the side effects of Semaglutide that have not been previously warned about.

According to research by Common Sense Media, a growing number of tweens – kids aged eight to 12 – are using social media. However, Parents are increasingly concerned that heavy amounts of social media use is harmful for young people. But exactly why is social media bad for kids? Below are six reasons that parents can…