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Our nation’s servicepeople sacrifice so much in the name of our country. They devote countless days away from their families, limit their personal freedoms, and some give their very lives while fighting for the freedoms we enjoy every day. They deserve our respect for their dedication, but corporate greed and influence have left some soldiers seeking disability relief. In the early 2000s, 3M was awarded a major military contract to supply our nation’s soldiers with the company’s Combat Arms earplugs. From 2003–2015, military members relied on the plugs to block the damaging vibrations of the combat zone and military machinery. But in July 2018, 3M settled with the U.S. Justice Department and its competitor, Moldex, for more than $9 million, after reports indicated that 3M knowingly sold defective earplugs to the military. As part of the agreement, 3M doesn’t have to claim any responsibility, but their actions are still susceptible to accountability in the courts. Lawsuits are currently being filed on behalf of thousands of veterans, who claim 3M’s negligence has contributed to serious hearing impairments, including hearing loss and tinnitus, or ringing in the ear. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, tinnitus is one of the most common disabilities claimed by veterans. Your hearing allows you to enjoy your favorite music, share stories with your family, and protect you from oncoming traffic or errant objects. Instead of enjoying this right, our nation’s military members have had it stripped away by corporate greed. Schiller & Hamilton Law Firm has partnered with firms across the nation to bring 3M to justice and provide our nation’s military members with proper compensation. For South Carolinians and their families, this case can be especially personal. Our brothers and sisters serving at Merritt Field and the various other military bases across our state deserve better. If you or a loved one served in the military from 2003 to 2015, you may be entitled to compensation for hearing impairments. Schiller & Hamilton Law Firm’s legal experts can evaluate your case and guide you through the legal process. Learn more by calling 1.850.436.6304. We’ve got your back .
or hilly terrain, a little rain is all it takes for flash floods to occur. If you’re in a ravine when it starts raining, get out immediately.
Always stick together. It’s a good idea to hike with a buddy and keep a whistle around your neck
or in your pack. You never know what you might encounter or when you’ll need help. Hiking with kids is also a great time to teach them to recognize landmarks and be aware of their surroundings. If you have a digital camera or smartphone, show kids how to create a trail of digital breadcrumbs or pictures to help them find their way back to camp.
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