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Treating the Symptoms of Video Game Addiction: A Legal Perspective

October 4, 2025 | by Gary Walch

Treating the Symptoms of Video Game Addiction: A Legal Perspective

Video games have evolved from simple entertainment into complex, immersive digital worlds. While millions enjoy them without issue, a growing number of players, particularly children and teens, find themselves unable to log off. This compulsive behavior, often called video game addiction or “gaming disorder,” can have devastating consequences, leading to social isolation, academic failure, and serious health problems.

When a child’s life is derailed by video game addiction, parents often feel helpless. They seek therapy, set limits, and try to understand what went wrong. While treatment is the first priority, it is also important to recognize that this is not always a simple matter of a child’s lack of willpower. Many modern video games are intentionally designed with powerful psychological features to maximize engagement and keep players hooked.

Who Are the Defendants in Child Video Game Addiction Lawsuits?

October 3, 2025 | by Gary Walch

Who Are the Defendants in Child Video Game Addiction Lawsuits?

As a parent, watching your child disappear into the world of a video game, losing interest in school, friends, and family, is a devastating experience. When you realize that this is not just a phase but a genuine addiction, you start asking hard questions. A growing body of evidence suggests this isn’t an accident; many modern video games are intentionally engineered with powerful psychological mechanics to hook young players and drive compulsive behavior.

When harm is this significant, the law provides a pathway to hold the responsible parties accountable. But in the complex, multi-billion-dollar video game industry, who exactly is responsible? The answer is often not just one company but a network of interconnected entities, each playing a role in the design, marketing, and monetization of these addictive products. At Walch Law, we help families untangle this web of liability to pursue justice. Call now to learn more about how we can help hold these companies accountable for video game addictions.

What Is a Los Angeles Video Game Addiction Lawsuit Really Worth?

October 3, 2025 | by Gary Walch

What Is a Los Angeles Video Game Addiction Lawsuit Really Worth?

When parents discover their child is suffering from a video game addiction, their first priority is getting help. They see their child’s grades plummet, their social life disappear, and their mental health decline. As they seek solutions, a critical question arises: If we hold the game company accountable, what is the lawsuit actually worth? It’s a fair question, as the answer directly impacts a family’s ability to afford the extensive, long-term care required for recovery.

There is no simple calculator for the value of a video game addiction lawsuit. Each case is as unique as the child at its center. The settlement or verdict is not a fixed number but a comprehensive reflection of the specific, documented harm your family has endured. At Walch Law, our mission is to meticulously uncover and prove the full extent of this harm to secure the maximum compensation your family needs to heal and move forward.

How Quickly Does Bayer Pay Roundup Settlements?

October 3, 2025 | by Gary Walch

The health damages done by Monsanto Roundup, a product now owned by Bayer is devastating. NHL and other issues have been connected to the repeated use of the toxic herbicide and the cases keep coming. As some of the top Roundup lawyers, we have heard all the questions from how much is my Roundup case worth to why should I hire a lawyer but one of the most common questions is this: how quickly can I get my Roundup settlement? And we get it– this is money you need to live, to pay bills and to support your family.

How Quickly Does Bayer Pay Roundup Settlements?

The timeline for Bayer to pay Roundup settlements can vary depending on several factors, including the specifics of the settlement agreement, the complexity of the case, and the number of claimants involved. Here’s a general breakdown of what to expect:

Roundup Exposure at Golf Courses: What Players, Groundskeepers, and Neighbors Need to Know

October 2, 2025 | by Gary Walch

Roundup Exposure at Golf Courses: What Players, Groundskeepers, and Neighbors Need to Know

A golf course, with its perfectly manicured greens and pristine fairways, is often seen as a peaceful escape. Yet, maintaining this idyllic landscape frequently involves the heavy use of chemical herbicides like Roundup. For groundskeepers who apply these products, golfers who play on the turf, and neighbors who live nearby, this creates a hidden risk of exposure to glyphosate, a chemical linked to non-Hodgkin lymphoma and other serious illnesses.

At Walch Law, we are seeing a growing number of cases involving individuals who suspect their cancer is connected to time spent on or near golf courses. If you are a groundskeeper, an avid golfer, or a resident living near a course, understanding your risk and your legal rights is essential.

Can Undocumented Farmworkers File a Roundup Lawsuit Without Fear of Deportation?

October 2, 2025 | by Gary Walch

Can Undocumented Farmworkers File a Roundup Lawsuit Without Fear of Deportation?

For decades, farmworkers have handled Roundup and other powerful herbicides, often with little to no protection or warning about the potential health risks. Many of these essential workers are undocumented, living in the shadows and fearing that any interaction with the legal system could lead to deportation. This fear often forces them to suffer in silence, even after receiving a devastating cancer diagnosis like non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

If you are an undocumented farmworker who has become sick, you may believe you have no rights and no recourse. This is not true. A fundamental principle of the U.S. justice system is that everyone, regardless of their immigration status, has the right to seek justice in a court of law.

Top 3 Signs You Have Defective Hernia Mesh

October 1, 2025 | by Gary Walch

Top 3 Signs You Have Defective Hernia Mesh

Hernia repair surgery is one of the most common surgical procedures performed today, and for many, it provides a permanent solution to a painful problem. Surgeons often use a surgical mesh implant to reinforce the weakened muscle wall and prevent the hernia from returning. While these devices are supposed to be safe and effective, thousands of patients have discovered that their hernia mesh was defective, leading to life-altering complications.

Many defective mesh products are made from materials like polypropylene, which can degrade, shrink, and harden inside the body. This can trigger a cascade of painful and debilitating problems. Recognizing the warning signs of a failing implant is the first step toward getting the medical help you need and exploring your legal rights. At Walch Law, we have seen firsthand the suffering caused by these faulty devices and can help get you the money you deserve. These cases are hard fought from the other side which is why you want to hire us to handle things- we know how to win maximum compensation for our California hernia mesh clients. CALL NOW.

What is the Latest Update on the Bard Hernia Mesh Lawsuits?

October 1, 2025 | by Gary Walch

Latest Updates on the Bard Hernia Mesh Lawsuits: What You Need to Know

For years, thousands of patients who suffered severe complications from C.R. Bard hernia mesh implants have been waiting for justice. The massive multidistrict litigation (MDL) has seen many twists and turns, including significant jury verdicts and lengthy negotiations. As of October 2025, the legal landscape is shifting once again, with major developments in a potential global settlement.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a Bard hernia mesh product, understanding these latest updates is crucial. At Walch Law, we are closely monitoring the situation to ensure our clients are positioned for the best possible outcome for their Los Angeles bard hernia mesh lawsuit. Here’s a summary of what you need to know right now:

Top 4 Ways You Can Be Exposed to Roundup

September 30, 2025 | by Gary Walch

Ways You Can Be Exposed to Roundup

Roundup is one of the most widely used herbicides on the planet, found everywhere from massive commercial farms to residential garden sheds. While its manufacturer long promoted it as safe, thousands of lawsuits have linked its active ingredient, glyphosate, to non-Hodgkin lymphoma and other serious health issues. A critical part of any Roundup lawsuit is proving exposure, but many people mistakenly believe that only those who directly sprayed the chemical are at risk.

The reality is that exposure can occur through numerous, often invisible, pathways. Understanding these different routes is essential for anyone who suspects a link between their illness and this pervasive weedkiller. Whatever your exposure, Walch Law is here to help get you the compensation you deserve with a winning Roundup Lawsuit. Call now to learn more.

Recent Result – $140,000 For Stop Sign Accident

September 30, 2025 | by Robert Walch

We obtained a settlement of $140,000 for a Los Angeles car accident victim, for an accident that the insurance company tried to call a minor impact. This accident occurred because the other party failed to properly stop at a stop sign and collided with our client, who stopped and waited for her turn to go and went when it was her turn. Sometimes a case like this can be difficult because without witnesses, both parties may accuse the other party of not stopping.

We were able to overcome this liability hurdle on the stop sign case as our client was more credible than the other party. The next hurdle was that there was not very much damage to our client’s car, so the insurance company tried to consider it a minor impact, an excuse they would try to use to pay less money for our client’s injuries and damages.

The estimate for the vehicle came out to be under $6,000, but our client was legitimately injured and received the medical care that she needed to get better for her injuries, that were caused by the other party. If the insurance company used the property damage excuse to pay an unreasonably low amount, we would have filed a lawsuit and litigated the case, but our approach is to try to resolve claims without litigation if possible, this way it saves the client time and money. Since we were able to get a fair settlement for our client through negotiations, a lawsuit was not necessary and our client was very thankful and happy. That is our number one goal, to have a happy client at the end. We are not a mill law firm with thousands of clients. We give our clients close personal attention and we think that leads to the best results for our clients. If you are injured in an accident, even if the damage to the car is nothing major, you still have a case and we are happy to help you get the compensation you deserve.