Last August, a 39 year-old construction worker from Minneapolis was killed after his fall prevention cord became tangled in a drill. The man was dead before other workers could reach the emergency shut-off button. All three violations are related to the improper set up of the shut off-button and anchor point.

Workers were drilling under an apartment complex to improve the bank of a creek and to improve the safety of the residents. Hayward Baker has since changed its manual safety procedures.

Researchers found that organic baby formulas, cereal bars, and energy shots with brown rice syrup have arsenic levels higher than the EPA allows in drinking water. Brown rice syrup is used as a sweetener and as a healthier alternative to high fructose corn syrup.

Those involved with the study encourage parents of infants to not use baby formula with brown rice syrup, but that adults who occasionally eat food products with brown rice syrup will probably be okay.

If you or a loved one has been harmed by a defective or toxic food product, contact the product liability lawyers of Robert Wilson & Associates today at 612-334-3444.

Nearly 40 residents were evacuated after someone found saw a fire in an unoccupied room. While the fire was put out quickly, smoke had spread throughout the facility. One resident was taken to the the hospital for observation and other was admitted after complaining of chest pains.

Officials say the arsonist told authorities he started the fire by igniting paper over an open flame but did not give a reason why. Some of the evacuated residents were accommodated by the Northfield Hospital while repairs are being made to the facility.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a premises liability accident on someone else’s property, contact the Minnesota premises liability attorneys from Robert Wilson & Associates at 612-334-3444.

The accident happened around 3 am Sunday morning on Interstate 75. Dense fog in the area and smoke from nearby brush fires lowered visibility significantly. Florida Highway Patrol shut down a stretch of the interstate due to the dangerously low levels of visibility for several hours.

Less than a quarter hour after reopening the highway, at least a dozen cars, six tractor-trailers, and a motor home collided. Witnesses recall seeing cars struck multiple times, cars wedged under the tractor-trailers, and cars bursting into flames. It was so difficult to see that rescue crews could only find victims by following the sounds of their screams.

Our deepest sympathies are with the family and friends of those affected by the accident.

According to State Patrol, a 20 year-old female driver was entering Interstate 94 from Highway 336 when she lost control of her vehicle and ran into the rear tires of a semi truck. Her injuries were not life threatening.

Three passengers in her car, ranging in age from 11 to 19 years-old, were also injured. Two girls suffered non-life threatening injuries and another girl’s was classified as minor. The 38 year-old driver of the semi truck and his 29 year-old passenger did not appear to be hurt.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident, the Minnesota auto accident attorneys at Robert Wilson & Associates contact our offices today at 612-334-3444.

About 4,200 passengers and crew members were on the Costa Concordia when it sunk on its side Friday night. Reports state serious errors on the  captain’s part is to blame for the wreck that has claimed at least six lives. The ship traveled too close to shore and rocks ruptured the ships sides.

Dozens of passengers were injured as they scrambled to get aboard the limited number of lifeboats. Some jumped into the icy sea and swam to shore while others waited for hours for help to arrive. The ship’s captain has been arrested for manslaughter, causing the ship wreck, and abandoning the ship before all people on board were evacuated.

The thoughts of everyone at Robert Wilson & Associates are with the victims and their families affected by this accident. For more information about the rescue efforts, click here.

Everyone of all ages are welcome to enjoy the vast array of boats and activities the event has to offer. Whether you’re looking for a canoe or a cruiser, the Minneapolis Boat Show has something for everyone.

Bring your kids along to ride on the Flowrider- a surfing and wakeboarding-inspired simulation. There’s no fee to try and catch a wave on the Flowrider. Younger children can build their own mini sailboat, dress up like pirates for Pirate Day, and meet SpongeBob SquarePants.

The attorneys of Robert Wilson & Associates hope everyone has a fun and safe time on the water.

Three of the eight children who have reportedly fallen suffered minor injuries. According to the complaints, the children fell out after the restraint belt buckle unclasped.

The chair was sold from August 2006 to January 2010 for $20 only at Ikea stores. Nearly 133,000 were sold in the states and 36,000 were sold in Canada. Consumers who have purchased the Antilop high chair can contact Ikea for a free replacement of the seat restraint.

If you or a loved one has been injured due to a defective, malfunctioning, or otherwise dangerous product,  contact the Minnesota product liability lawyers of Robert Wilson & Associates at 612-334-3444 for more information on what our attorneys can do for you.

The man was walking from the cashier to the pickup counter at a Starbucks in 2008 when he slipped on the floor the manager was mopping. He injured his head and has not been able to return to work as a chiropractor since the fall.

Court documents show that the jury agreed with the prosecutors that Starbucks Coffee Co. was negligent in the maintenance of its property. The $7.5 million will compensate the man for lost income, medical expenses, and the loss of enjoyment of life. $1 million will go to his wife for loss of consortium.

If you have been injured on someone else’s property, contact the Minnesota premises liability lawyers of Robert Wilson & Associates at 612-334-3444 to learn more about your legal rights and options.

This past week, three more retired players have filed a lawsuit against the NFL and want to establish a medical monitoring program for detecting brain damage. Tommy Mason, 72; Harry Jacobs, 74; Jerome Barkum, 61; and their wives are listed as plaintiffs on the lawsuit. They claim the league knew or should have known about the risks and serious effects of repeated head injuries.

The lawsuit was filed early last week in Manhattan.

If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury, contact the Minnesota brain injury lawyers of Robert Wilson & Associates today at 612-334-3444.