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Calcaterra Law celebrates #PrideMonth! Everyone should feel supported, valued and accepted at work. Tolerance is an essential value, but fostering true inclusion means finding ways to celebrate diversity and create awareness so that each employee is fully empowered in the workplace. Allyship takes dedication and commitment. By consistently encouraging visibility and centering respect and openness, employers can create an environment that lets employees truly feel seen and fully be themselves. Happy Pride! #pride2024🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 #pridemonth

Today, we honor and commemorate the rich history of Juneteenth, while acknowledging that the fight for racial equality continues. Let's dedicate ourselves to expanding our knowledge, supporting Black families and communities, and advocating for a fairer world for everyone. ❤️🖤💚💛 #Juneteenth #BlackHistory #HonoringJuneteenth

Calcaterra Law announces settlements against Mattel & Fisher-Price for five infant deaths. Calcaterra Law PC announces five settlements for our clients who lost their infants in the Mattel/Fisher Price Rock ‘n Play Inclined Sleeper. For the past five years, attorneys at Calcaterra Law PC and Blank Rome LLP have jointly represented families from across the U.S. whose infants tragically passed away in the Rock ‘n Play Sleeper (“Plaintiff Families”). The Plaintiff Families sought to hold Fisher-Price, Inc., and its corporate parent Mattel (“Defendants”), accountable for their infants’ untimely and avoidable deaths. The complaints filed on their behalf alleged that Defendants had actual knowledge that the Rock ‘n Play Sleeper could cause infant deaths, yet nevertheless callously persisted in marketing and selling the Rock ‘n Play Sleeper to unsuspecting families for years, until it was eventually recalled in April 2019.   Public Policy Impact: After grieving families came forward about their infants’ deaths and Consumer Reports published investigative reporting about deaths in the Rock ‘n Play Sleeper, in 2019 the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (“CPSC”) issued a report about the dangers of inclined sleepers like the Rock ‘n Play Sleeper. In addition, numerous lawsuits were filed across the United States by families whose children had died in the Rock ‘n Play Sleeper, including the lawsuits by Plaintiff Families.   Subsequently, the U.S. Congress Oversight Committee issued a scathing report of Mattel’s and Fisher-Price’s culpability in placing the Rock ‘n Play Sleeper on the market. Thereafter, the CPSC issued regulations banning inclined sleepers and, in 2021, the U.S. Congress passed the Safe Sleep for Babies Act, Public Law 117-126 117th Congress. The Safe Sleep for Babies Act is a federal law banning inclined sleepers for infants, like the Rock ‘n Play Sleeper, in the United States. The Act also classified inclined sleepers as a “hazardous product.”   Allegations: In their complaints, the Plaintiff Families alleged numerous product liability, negligence, fraud, and wrongful death-related causes of action.   Case History: Lawsuits were filed in the California Supreme Court, Los Angeles County, on behalf of the Plaintiff Families, including Butler, et al. v. Fisher-Price, et al., No: 19STCV20490 and Sanders, et al. v. Fisher Price, et al., No. 19STCV24243. Trials were set down in relation to the cases brought by five Plaintiff Families. Calcaterra Law and Blank Rome successfully negotiated settlements for these Plaintiff Families prior to trial. The firms continue to represent two families in appeals filed in the California Court of Appeal. Thank you to our team! Regina Calcaterra Justin Alvarez-Herman Anjori Mitra Here's a link to the full story: https://bit.ly/4cin59K

As Memorial Day approaches, let us pause to pay tribute to the valiant sacrifices of our courageous service members. We stand together in respect and thankfulness for all the heroes who have served and for their families. The legacy of these heroes endures in the freedoms we relish daily. #MemorialDay

Calcaterra Law recognizes May as National Foster Care Awareness month! Join You Gotta Believe! , Regina Calcaterra, and other writers for an inspiring evening of storytelling and empowerment "In Their Own Words: Memoirs of a Foster Care Journey." Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3UH7P01 🌍 #FosterCareAwareness #adoptolderkids #JoinTheMovement #nationalfostercareawarenessmonth #fostercaremonth

This week we are giving a heartwarming send-off to Calcaterra Law’s Senior Associate James Aliaga! Jimmy led a number of high-profile litigations at our firm. Join us in wishing Jimmy much success and fulfillment! Read the full article on our website: https://bit.ly/4aDcJRs #legaladvocate #latinosinlaw #litigationlawyer #hbna

Tomorrow, Regina Calcaterra will be opening up the panel case study and networking event where professionals working with at-risk youth can listen in on the roles of each of the many disciplines involved in active child abuse cases. Click on the link to learn more! https://bit.ly/3U1P9rA #childabusepreventionmonth💙 #ChildAbusePreventionAwareness #SexualAssaultAwareness

Calcaterra Law recognizes April as Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Awareness Month and those impactful not for profit organizations that raise awareness about the plight of our at-risk youth. Read the full article on our website! https://bit.ly/3U1P9rA #childabusepreventionmonth💙 #ChildAbusePreventionAwareness #SexualAssaultAwareness

Calcaterra Law celebrates Women's History Month. Join us in recognizing the incredible women of our firm! 🎉 Read the full article on our website! https://bit.ly/43EqA79