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9/11 Health Effects on First Responders
...Center Health Program: monitors and treats 9/11 survivors and first responders afflicted by WTC-related illnesses The VCF and WTC Health Program provide compensation and healthcare coverage, respectively, for more than...
August 28, 2019
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JUUL Addiction Has Serious Health Risks
Find Your Question Does JUUL Cause Serious Health Risks? Can You Get Addicted to JUUL? Does JUUL Increase Cigarette Use in Teens? How Do I Quit JUULing? With major news...
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Heart Disease in Women: Gender Differences in Coronary Health
...to wear red to bring awareness to women's heart health. People have observed this event since 2004 to dispel myths about women's heart health. The event aims to raise awareness...
February 8, 2020
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E-Cigarette Ingredients Pose Health Risks For Teens
It is no secret that smoking is a habit that can lead to a plethora of health concerns. The makers of e-cigarettes hoped to change that fate, creating an alternative...
November 16, 2018
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JUUL Health Risks Are Worse Than We Thought
...is healthier than smoking, others contend that electronic nicotine delivery systems - or ENDS, as the FDA refers to them - are just as harmful in different ways. Some of...
June 26, 2019
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Legal Look: Johnson & Johnson’s Talc Win, $7.7 M Hip Implant Verdict, More Vaping Health Risks
This week's Legal Look covers Johnson & Johnson's legal win regarding their talcum powder litigation, a legal loss surrounding Zimmer hip implants, and the latest health threat attributed to vaping....
August 6, 2019
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Silica Lawsuit
...blasting Construction (e.g. highways, bridges, buildings) Cement, brick or asphalt manufacturing Masonry Concrete work Foundry industries Demolition "Engineered stone" manufacturing Silica Dust Health Hazards The most common health complication associated...
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Valsartan Recall
...Pharmaceuticals Inc., labeled as Acetris Health, LLC (Aurobindo) Valsartan 40mg Tablet 52343-122-30 470180010A 02/2019 Rising Pharmaceuticals Inc., labeled as Acetris Health, LLC (Aurobindo) Valsartan 40mg Tablet 52343-122-30 470180012A 03/2019 Rising...
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9/11 Victim Compensation Fund FAQ
...from the WTC Health Program. Victims may register with the VCF even if they don't currently have a WTC Health Program-certified condition. This solidifies a victim's right to file a...
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Mysterious Vaping-Related Lung Disease Turns Fatal
...While e-cigarette use has grown among teens and young adults, many parents, health officials and legislators have fought the rising trend due to concerns of health and safety related to...
August 29, 2019
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9/11 Victim Compensation Fund
...Obama signed the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act of 2010. The new law supported first responders and survivors still struggling with health complications directly related to the terrorist...
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Roundup Lawsuit
...the National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH), and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) would work directly with Monsanto officials, all attempting to shut down the potential new...
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The Pros & Cons of Breast Self-Examinations
...Misdiagnosis occurs in one out of 71 cancer cases and can create a slew of other health problems. It's important to go to a certified professional for all your health...
October 4, 2018
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Hair Relaxer Cancer Lawsuit
...filing these lawsuits after a prominent 2022 National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) study. NIEHS is part of the National Institute of Health (NIH). The study linked chemical relaxers...
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JUUL Lawsuit
...and Medicine published a report on the Public Health Consequences of E-Cigarettes. Conclusion 14-2 of the report states, "There is conclusive evidence that intentional or accidental exposure to e-liquids...can result...
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How Bath Bombs May Secretly Be Hurting You
...long-term health issues. When using bath bombs, the toxins in synthetic scents can be absorbed by the bloodstream. This can put you at risk for certain health conditions and diseases....
August 27, 2020
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Primary Risk Factors for Heart Disease
...a coronary event (i.e., heart attack). Doing so can also help lower your risk of other health problems, including stroke, blood clots, and related health conditions. The term "heart disease"...
September 8, 2020
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How the 21st Century Cures Act Affects Drugs and Medical Devices
...from aiding research efforts, the bill includes money to address the following needs: Mental health reforms Opiate addiction Health information technology How the Cures Act Affects Drug and Medical Device...
January 5, 2017
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What to Do If You Have Breast Cancer
...treating another health concern as cancer, or misunderstanding the type of cancer, the risks can lead to further health issues. Ideally, breast cancer should be detected as early as possible...
October 15, 2018
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Tasigna Lawsuit
...Health Canada Tasigna Warning Problems with Tasigna have also been identified by Health Canada, the Canadian government's agency charged with overseeing the health and safety of Canadian citizens. Specifically, in...
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Vaginal Mesh Lawsuit
...device. This new distinction required premarket approval for surgical mesh devices going forward. FDA Timeline of Urogynecological Mesh Actions October 2008: Public health notification about more than 1,000 reports during...
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Johnson & Johnson Lawsuits Every Person Should Know About
Johnson & Johnson is a huge company that makes a wide variety of health-related products: Consumer health products like talc powder products, shampoos, and lotions Medical devices including surgical tools...
July 5, 2018
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Is Roundup Dangerous? Can Weed Killer Cause Cancer?
...could be harmful to human health for other reasons. In fact, there is plenty of evidence that glyphosate has a number of harmful health effects, from mild to severe. At...
June 14, 2019
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Prevacid Lawsuit
...longer. Other Health Risks of Taking Prevacid Prevacid and its competitors have been linked to a number of other serious health problems. Further study is still needed to better understand...
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Boarding & Prep School Sexual Abuse Lawsuit
...and emotional trauma and mental health issues can be offset by boarding school lawsuits. In recent years, a number of boarding school abuse sex scandals have flooded the news, both...
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Zantac® Lawsuit
...viability of your case. While assessing your case, a Zantac attorney may ask questions about your history of Zantac use and health status. Many law firms have listed the following...
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Deep Vein Thrombosis and Other Risks of a Sedentary Lifestyle
People often view first-class seating on an airplane as a luxury purchase. But, first-class seating can actually prevent passengers from developing a serious health condition. Economy seating on long-haul flights...
September 1, 2020
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Joint Surgery May Be Worse for Those with Mental Illness
...disease, pulmonary disease, hypertension and diabetes. In medicine, comorbidity refers to one or more health conditions present in a patient alongside a primary health condition or disease. For example, a...
September 10, 2020
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Current Status of the Zantac Recall
...Administration: Center for Drug Evaluation and Research. December 1988. World Health Organization Model List of Essential Medicines, 21st List, 2019. Geneva: World Health Organization; 2019 Mills JG, Koch KM, Webster...
July 28, 2020
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Zadroga Act | The 18-Year Wait for Permanent 9/11 Funding
...five more years and a new draft of the bill for Congress to pass the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act of 2010. This bill extended and financed the...
September 5, 2019
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7 Dangerous Ingredients in Everyday Cosmetics and Toiletries
...care products. These ingredients have been linked to real health concerns. 1. Parabens Commonly Found In: Makeup, shampoo, moisturizer, shaving creams A paraben is an ingredient used to extend a...
July 21, 2020
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Abilify Lawsuit
...(BMS) continues to market Abilify as a safe and effective treatment for psychological disorders. Previously, European and Canadian health officials increased regulation of Abilify, requiring changes to the drug's labeling...
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Juul Lawsuits Could Change e-Cigarette Marketing
Many of us grew up hearing that smoking cigarettes is bad for your health. They cause 80% to 90% of lung cancer cases, raise your blood pressure and increase your...
July 27, 2018
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E-Cigarette Lung Injury Tied to Vape Device Component
Alert: Vaping has been associated with a higher risk of contracting COVID-19 A recent e-cigarette vaping study uncovered a surprise. The study set out to investigate the health impacts of...
November 5, 2020
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Most Common Open-Heart Surgery Complications
...who are older, obese, or in poor health. In recent years, a device known as a heater-cooler unit has been the source of many bacterial infections after open-heart surgery. The...
August 11, 2020
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What is Zantac®?
...is a form of antihistamine known as a histamine-2 receptor blocker (H2 blocker). Although the drug is no longer sold in the U.S., the World Health Organization (WHO) includes ranitidine...
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Talcum Powder and Cancer: Is Baby Powder Safe?
...cancer risk." Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health, April 2008 66,028 women "...perineal talc use increases the risk of endometrial cancer, particularly among postmenopausal women" Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention,...
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Bayer Lawsuits Consumers Should Know
...they operate in the medical device, prescription drug, consumer health, crop science, and animal health sectors. In fact, Bayer Corporation acquired agricultural monolith Monsanto last year, a move that added...
January 3, 2019
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Big Pharma: When Wealth Trumps Wellness
...alone. But, Shkreli was not an outlier in an otherwise reasonable health care system. Rather, he is a symptom of the American epidemic known to many as Big Pharma. Drug...
September 3, 2020
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Heater Cooler Lawsuit
...by two South Carolina healthcare providers about the exposure of patients to potentially fatal bacteria. The Greenville Health Hospital System reported 15 deaths tied to postoperative mycobacterial infection with 180...
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Invokana Lawsuit
...their healthcare provider immediately: Tenderness Redness Swelling of the genitals Swelling of the perineum (area between the genitals and the anus) While Fournier's gangrene is relatively rare in the general...
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Accutane Lawsuit
...and provider information highlighting the mental health risks associated with the drug. Confusingly, some studies actually show a decrease in depressive symptoms after Accutane treatment. Most researchers attribute the conflicting...
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Cancer Misdiagnosis Lawsuit
...and Complications of Misdiagnosis Failure to diagnose cancer accurately can lead to a number of health problems, including unnecessary side effects and complications. In turn, these health problems can lead...
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Birth Injury Lawsuit
...difficulties - and even premature death. Parents are often understandably concerned about ensuring their child's medical health and safety in such instances, and exploring the option of compensation through a...
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Work Injury Lawsuit
...Statistics found 892,270 workplace injuries that resulted in lost work hours for some period of time in 2017. Why People File Workplace Injury Lawsuits The Occupational Safety and Health Administration...
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Fourth Probable Carcinogen Found in Valsartan Medication
...when the FDA, along with the governing health and safety agencies of 22 different countries, recalled generic valsartan tablets contaminated with the probable human carcinogen N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA). Since July, more...
June 21, 2019
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Scott Gottlieb: The FDA Commissioner America Needed
...short time as the nation's foremost health and safety regulator he has tackled more than his fair share of challenges. Though critics initially feared Dr. Gottlieb's industry ties and libertarian...
March 19, 2019
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How to Report Dangerous Products
...they each have their own policies, procedures, and notification systems for dealing with health and safety issues. They also have different methods for members of the public to report problems....
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Workers' Compensation Benefits and Settlements
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Discontinued FDA Reporting Program Hid Millions of Adverse Events
...that were "well-known and well-documented with the FDA." As such, the program, including report collection within a private database, should not have posed any risk to public health. Unfortunately, some...
May 22, 2019
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What Are the Signs of a Blood Clot in Your Leg?
...- can form for a variety of reasons. People who spend a lot of time sitting are at the highest risk of DVT. But even young, generally healthy people can...
July 9, 2020
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States Respond to Vaping Epidemic | Legislation, Investigations and Lawsuits
...E-Cigarettes On September 4, 2019, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) officially announced the state ban on flavored e-cigarette products. This move comes after the Michigan State Health Department declared youth...
September 17, 2019
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The Rise (and Stumble) of JUUL Labs, Inc.
...so, they hoped to make combustible cigarettes and their related health effects obsolete. JUUL's unique design was a major breakthrough for the vaping industry. It persuaded many smokers to switch...
November 14, 2019
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Losartan Recall
...recalled losartan medication. High blood pressure can be life-threatening. Do not discontinue your medication without consulting a healthcare professional. Doing so can lead to serious health risks. Talk to your...
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NDMA, Cancer and Medical Drugs
...maximum daily exposure level for NDMA in drugs. The FDA says humans can ingest 96 nanograms of NDMA per day without significant health effects. 96 nanograms is about 600 times...
July 30, 2020
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Study Says All-Organic Diet Can Decrease Internal Levels of Glyphosate
...safe in the United States. However, European regulators have classified it as carcinogenic. Ongoing research also raises concerns about the possibility of glyphosate having other harmful health effects. The Environmental...
January 7, 2021
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New York Construction Accident Lawsuit
...construction safety laws in addition to those enforced by federal agencies like the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). General contractors, construction companies and building owners are legally responsible for...
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Adverse Event Reporting: What You Need to Know
...adverse event, how they are monitored, and how everyone can help protect public health by reporting the negative effects of drugs and medical devices. What Is an Adverse Event? An...
February 28, 2019
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Anatomy of a Recall Part 1: Identification
...Methods State Health Departments: To complement the MECAP program, CPSC also partners with state health departments. State health departments forward death certificates to CPSC involving accidental deaths related to consumer...
September 30, 2016
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Roundup Weed Killer Cancer: What's the Risk?
...their hands or protecting these spots. The risk of cancer and other health issues, such as kidney disease, associated with glyphosate exposure has led to several countries banning the substance....
October 31, 2016
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Product Lawsuits
...favoring profits over the health of their customers. It's often not until decades later, after independent researchers and government agencies have a chance to study the effects of those products,...
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Gadolinium Lawsuit
...District of Ohio About ten years ago, people started filing lawsuits against subsidiaries of General Electric - specifically, GE Healthcare, Inc. and GE Healthcare Biosciences Corp. - due to problems...
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Talcum Powder Lawsuit
...more formal public health warnings. International Journal of Cancer Over the last five decades, nearly 40 papers have been published in medical journals studying a potential link between talcum powder...
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Justice Stores Makeup Contains Asbestos and Heavy Metals
...young girls and teenagers could be put at risk of developing serious health conditions as their bodies are still developing. In fact, youngsters may be even more at risk of...
July 18, 2017
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Equifax Lawsuits, Coffee Cancer & Vaginal Mesh Settlements
The Equifax data breach continues to make big headlines, but we should not let it overshadow the other threats to consumer health, safety, and legal rights! In this issue of...
September 27, 2017
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5 Myths About Asbestos for Asbestos Awareness Week
...that can significantly improve a patient's prognosis, life expectancy, and quality of life. Confusion arises in that some government agencies, such as the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), have...
April 7, 2017
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Scaffolding Accident Lawsuit
...scaffolding accident lawsuit to help offset these unexpected costs. OSHA Scaffolding Safety Checklist The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) works with state lawmakers to ensure worker safety during construction...
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Construction Accident Lawsuit
...potential for accidents everywhere. Workers can be harmed by a fall from scaffolding, equipment malfunctioning or overexertion leading to heat stroke. Despite regulations from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration...
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Prilosec and Nexium Lawsuit
...can potentially lead to kidney failure (renal failure) and the need for a kidney transplant. Other studies have seen additional serious health effects. One recent study determined the use of...
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Concerta Lawsuit
...off of a dependency on the medication. Canadian legislators have taken even further action than their American counterparts because of these health risks. In 2015, Health Canada added additional warnings...
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Editorial Standards
...Throughout the editorial process, we adhere to the HON Code of Conduct for medical and health websites. We do so in the following ways: Authority: We clearly indicate who the...
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3M Earplugs Lawsuits: Combat Arms Earplug Trials Begin April 2021
...Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets permissible levels of noise exposure and hearing protection requirements for civilian workplaces. The shorter the duration of exposure, the higher the acceptable sound...
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Device Disasters: The Need for Reporting Transparency
...of post-market surveillance is their MedWatch program, which collects data from manufacturers, healthcare professionals, and patients to track the safety and performance of devices on the market. This data, when...
August 2, 2019
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Wrongful Death
...otherwise is expected to have provided Loss of protection, care, or services to dependents and beneficiaries of the deceased person Loss of benefits, including health care or retirement benefits (pension,...
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Punitive Damages
...enough to justify punitive damages: Was the harm physical or economic? Did the behavior indicate indifference or reckless disregard for the health or safety of others? Was the plaintiff financially...
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What Is Workers’ Compensation?
...a related lawsuit, the employer might win and bear zero responsibility for the injured employee's health care, lost wages and other associated costs. But if the employer loses, they may...
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What Is Off-Label Drug Use?
...in the media, it can seem like off-label use always hurts patients or leads to litigation. So how can this type of prescription be both common in our healthcare system...
April 19, 2019
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Does Uloric Cause Heart Attacks?
...box warning to be added to the drug label, and the agency advised health care professionals to only prescribe Uloric to patients for whom allopurinol was not effective or could...
May 8, 2019
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Takeda Pharmaceutical: Lawsuits To Know
...treat several different health conditions including but not limited to heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, and ulcers found in the stomach, esophagus, and intestines. The Claims: Patients have...
May 28, 2019
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Uloric vs Allopurinol
...and allopurinol. Important: This comparison is not medical advice. You should speak with your doctor or pharmacist about how these gout drugs may or may not fit into your healthcare...
July 11, 2019
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Device Disasters: How Daisy Chain Devices Leave Safety Behind
...we will take a look at how the FDA's alternative reporting system allowed manufacturers to hide device defects from consumers and healthcare providers, thereby endangering the health and safety of...
July 25, 2019
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FDA Finds Bacteria In Unvetted Cancer Drug
...related health risks. In some cases, the health consequences of this bacterial contamination require antibiotic treatment. The agency also encouraged patients to consider all their treatment options before using unregulated...
February 16, 2017
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9/11 First Responders Are Still Dying
...Luis Alvarez Permanent Authorization of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Act. This law extends compensation and healthcare funding for 9/11 first responders and survivors until 2090, but many people...
September 11, 2019
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Essure’s Hidden Harms
...absent. Women did not fully understand the implications of Essure implantation, and many were then surprised by the health consequences of the device. When patients truly understood the risks, they...
September 24, 2019
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Valsartan Cancer Risk
...Taking a Recalled Valsartan Medication Don't stop taking the recalled drug. Valsartan treats serious health conditions. It is unsafe for patients to stop using the drug without starting another treatment...
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The FDA Requests Market Withdrawal of All Zantac Products
...the news. As a result of this, information about lesser health issues may spread more slowly. Share this information with family, friends, and neighbors (from a distance of six feet...
April 16, 2020
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5 Things to Avoid When Taking Blood Thinners
...and Blood Thinners the Same? Yes. Anticoagulant is the technical term for a blood thinner. Blood clots can cause a number of severe health problems, including: Stroke Heart attack Artery...
July 14, 2020
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I Have Cancer – Now What?
...healthcare providers no longer allow patients to bring companions. But, technology can still allow companions to participate in appointments and healthcare discussions. You can put them on speaker phone during...
August 20, 2020
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Cancer-Causing Contamination of Common Medications Continues
...such as water and some foods. If consumed at low levels, they may not pose a risk to human health. However, elevated levels of exposure over long periods of time...
September 22, 2020
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Recent Study Finds Increased Rates of COVID-19 Among Teens Who Vape
...years of age. It compared COVID-19 infections between vapers and non-vapers. The results may prove worrisome for e-cigarette users already concerned about the other health risks of vaping. Learn why...
October 1, 2020
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Vaccines Now Available for 9/11 First Responders Facing Increased COVID-19 Risks
...disease (COPD) Compromised immune system Pulmonary fibrosis All of these conditions, except a compromised immune system, appear on the World Trade Center Health Program's list of covered conditions. But, cancer...
February 25, 2021
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Pathologist Who Misdiagnosed 3,000 Veterans Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter
...Uses Medical Background to Hide Substance Abuse Robert Morris Levy worked for the Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks in Fayetteville, Arkansas starting in 2005. In 2018, he was...
October 22, 2020
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Drug and Device Safety During the 2019 Government Shutdown
...nutrition programs. But what about the government programs that keep our food, drugs, and medical devices safe? Even though the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides vital health and safety...
January 8, 2019
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FDA Plans to Combat Teen Vaping
...easy accessibility and youth-targeted marketing tactics of their electronic counterparts. The unsafe ingredients in e-cigarettes have the potential to stir up many health risks, especially for teens, and many are...
November 29, 2018
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What to Do If You Have Lung Cancer
...diagnosed, patients should establish a well-rounded healthcare team that will provide support and expertise from all angles, including the diagnostic process, treatment and recovery. Members of a health care team...
November 12, 2018
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$28 Million Awarded in Xarelto Verdict for Bleeding Injuries
...attempt to treat atrial fibrillation, a form of erratic heartbeat that can lead to strokes, heart attacks, pulmonary embolisms, and other health problems. However, about a year after taking the...
December 5, 2017
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Prostate Cancer Misdiagnosis Lawsuit
...wrongful or missed treatment of their cancer. Prostate Cancer Screening Primary care physicians serve as a patient's main point of contact for everyday health issues as well as surveillance medicine....
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Free Talcum Powder Case Review
Connect with a legal professional by filling out this form to see if you may be entitled to compensation related to cancer treatments, lost income, and related costs.
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Medical Device Lawsuits
...FDA through the MedWatch Online Voluntary Reporting Form by submitting a Medical Device Report (MDR). Anyone can report an unsafe medical device, including patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and general consumers....
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FDA Issues New Medical Device Regulations
...or used. The extra scrutiny is mandatory for any "Class II or Class III device the failure of which would be reasonably likely to have serious adverse health consequences, which...
May 25, 2016
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Questions You Should Always Ask Your Pharmacist
...with a quarter of Americans taking three or more prescriptions at a time, they're a big source of risk to our health and safety. Many medications are perfectly safe on...
September 9, 2016
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Pradaxa Lawsuit
...drug. Patients who took the anticoagulant could potentially bleed to death from an otherwise minor injury. Bruising and internal bleeding could also cause major health issues for people taking the...
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$72 Million Fox Talc Verdict Rocks J&J
...some things that we do know. The World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer believes that talc may be possibly carcinogenic to humans based on epidemiological and experimental...
September 13, 2017
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$55 Million Ristesund Talc Verdict Continues J&J Losses
...that its talcum powder products posed a risk to women's health," Meadows stated. "There really was no reason for them to leave this product on the market." Sadly, much of...
September 30, 2017
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...These links are provided only as a convenience to the user. ConsumerSafety.org does not accept or host any online advertising. Health Information Disclaimers Health and medical information provided on this...
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The Legal Look: "Pink Slime," Lip Balm & Sunscreen
It's been a busy few weeks in the legal world. At the top of headlines has been the continually on-hold American Health Care Act vote. Additionally, this Monday marks the...
July 5, 2017
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6 Products that Still Have Asbestos
...asbestos is so common in these vehicle parts, mechanics are especially susceptible to mesothelioma and other asbestos-related health issues, like asbestosis and even lung cancer. Fire Safety Products Fires are...
January 11, 2018
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Cerebral Palsy Lawsuit
...the health and well-being of both mother and child during childbirth. Any damage to the infant caused by using improper tools, employing outdated techniques or failing to notice potentially hazardous...
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How Does Cerebral Palsy Affect Development?
...Other causes and risk factors that occur during or after pregnancy include infection (such as meningitis), genetic mutation, fetal or pediatric stroke, maternal health problems, premature birth and asphyxia. Whatever...
May 15, 2018
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Black Box Drugs: What You Need to Know
...System (FAERS). FAERS allows industry professionals, including healthcare providers and pharmacists, as well as consumers, to report any concerning or undesired effect or side effect associated with a particular drug....
December 8, 2017
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Medications That Cause Depression Could Be a Bigger Problem Than First Thought
...stop taking a prescription drug without speaking to a medical professional first, as some medicines must be discontinued over time to prevent long-term health complications. If your healthcare provider informs...
July 10, 2018
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Essure Recall Issued Ahead of Netflix Documentary
Essure Lawsuit Update: Late last week, Bayer Health Pharmaceuticals announced that it was going to completely discontinue its Essure birth control device in the United States by December 31, 2018....
July 23, 2018
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Free Hair Relaxer Lawsuit Case Review
If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, uterine cancer or other conditions linked to the chemicals in hair relaxers and straighteners, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit against manufacturers.
Why fill out this form to see if you qualify for a lawsuit?
Put simply, you may be eligible to receive significant compensation at no up-front cost to you. And this free case review will quickly determine your eligibility.
A successful hair relaxer cancer lawsuit could secure compensation for legal damages, including:
- Pain and suffering
- Medical expenses due to cancer diagnosis and treatments
- Lost income or wages incurred as a result of ovarian or uterine cancer from a chemical hair relaxer or straightener
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Free Ozempic® (Semaglutide) Lawsuit Case Review
If you or a loved one experienced serious stomach or gastrointestinal issues after taking Ozempic or Wegovy, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit against the drug manufacturer.
Why fill out this form to see if you qualify for a lawsuit?
Put simply, you may be eligible to receive significant compensation at no up-front cost to you. And this free case review will quickly determine your eligibility.
A successful Ozempic or Wegovy lawsuit could secure compensation for legal damages, including:
- Pain and suffering
- Medical expenses due to stomach paralysis, severe vomiting or other gastrointestinal issues
- Lost income or wages incurred as a result of hospitalization for serious stomach or gastrointestinal problems
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Free Bard PowerPort Lawsuit Case Review
If you or a loved one experienced adverse side effects or complications related to a Bard PowerPort catheter implant, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit against the medical device company.
Why fill out this form to see if you qualify for a lawsuit?
Put simply, you may be eligible to receive significant compensation at no up-front cost to you. And this free case review will quickly determine your eligibility.
A successful Bard PowerPort lawsuit could entitle you to compensation for legal damages, such as:
- Pain and suffering
- Medical expenses due to additional and/or corrective treatment
- Lost income or wages incurred as a result of the Bard PowerPort failure
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Essure Lawsuit
Essure lawsuits claim Bayer failed to warn patients of severe device side effects. Users suffered uterus perforation, device breakage, autoimmune disorders and fetal death. At least 39,000 Essure lawsuits have...
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Personal Injury Claims
...suffered significant brain damage and was later diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Aimee and David Flores filed a lawsuit against the NorthShore University Health System, the attending doctor and the attending...
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Losartan vs Valsartan
...(FDA) and international health agencies. The FDA investigation has led to nearly 75 additional recalls of three generic ARB drugs -- valsartan, losartan, and irbesartan -- sold by numerous manufacturers....
August 23, 2019
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Uloric Lawsuit
...failure, congestive heart failure and liver failure--but the company failed to warn consumers appropriately by revising the drug label. As a result, patients and the government (through healthcare programs like...
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Big Pharma Stocks Fall as Large Verdicts Rise
...plaintiffs, many of whom are reeling from health problems stemming from severe side effects, as well as the financial burden of unexpected medical costs. Settling can give them access to...
June 19, 2019
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$1 Billion DePuy Hip Implant Settlement Covers 6,000 Pending Lawsuits
...general of 46 different states who argued that marketing for the DePuy Pinnacle hip devices had been deceptive to patients and healthcare providers. The Future of Hip Replacement Lawsuits This...
June 12, 2019
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Actos Lawsuit
...between the drug and the cancer from patients and healthcare providers. Why Are People Filing Actos Lawsuits? Actos (pioglitazone) is an anti-diabetic medication prescribed to help type 2 diabetics control...
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Breast Cancer Misdiagnosis Lawsuit
...women with higher body mass index are at higher risk than those with a healthy weight. Certain Hormones: Hormone replacement therapy with a combination of estrogen and progesterone is associated...
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Medical Malpractice FAQ
...the majority of medical malpractice lawsuits, a qualified healthcare professional will provide medical expert testimony to review both the treatment provided by the attending medical provider and determine the connection,...
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Skin Cancer Misdiagnosis Lawsuit
...failed to provide a level of care that other health professionals would reasonably expect them to provide, you might be able to file a legal claim. What Compensation Can a...
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Loss of Consortium
...is easiest to understand in the context of a real case. So we scoured the lawsuits covered on ConsumerSafety.org and compiled the best examples below. Decker v. GE Healthcare -...
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Medical Malpractice
...injury must be provided by a knowledgeable healthcare professional. Our legal partners are experienced malpractice lawyers who can help you determine the validity of a claim in addition to finding...
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World Cerebral Palsy Day 2019
...to Health Direct, CP misconceptions abound, despite advocacy efforts aimed at disproving them. These are some of the most common misconceptions about CP, alongside the truths that dispel them: Misconception:...
October 4, 2019
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Johnson & Johnson Settled Three Talc-Related Mesothelioma Lawsuits
...litigation strategy regarding talcum powder lawsuits. They maintain the position that their products do not contain asbestos, nor has the company attempted to obscure the health risks of using their...
April 3, 2019
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Historic Roundup Verdict Awards $2 Billion to Couple with Cancer
...by refusing to look at the health effects of glyphosate. As a result, they awarded the couple $55 million in compensatory damages, and $1 billion each (for a total of...
May 14, 2019
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Introducing “Hidden Harms” – An Interactive Exploration of Drug and Medical Device Risks
...has revealed one comprehensive truth: Drug and medical device risks are not communicated clearly enough for the average patient to make informed health decisions. We hope our investigation will raise...
September 12, 2019
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Five Supplements Proven to Lower Blood Pressure
...antioxidant. Resveratrol Resveratrol is a substance found in grapes. Its health benefits have been in the spotlight for years. But many people may be unaware of its powerful effects on...
November 19, 2020
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Legal Look: JUUL MDL Formed, Roundup Trial Delayed, CA Passes New Abuse Law, J&J Loses $8B Risperdal Verdict
...targeted minors through the design and marketing of its products. The company has also been accused of downplaying the health risks of nicotine addiction. Additionally, the first wrongful death lawsuit...
October 17, 2019
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Three Things That May Reduce Your Risk of COVID-19
...coronavirus. Doctors still do not understand why some people develop severe cases while others do not. Drug manufacturers have tested a number of treatments. But, healthcare professionals have not classified...
November 12, 2020
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Bard PowerPort™ Lawsuit
...months after healthcare providers implanted the device. Research shows that infections from catheters, like PowerPorts, can cause further complications. For example, doctors often need to focus on the catheter infection...
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Bayer Proposes New Settlement for Future NHL Cases Related to Roundup —Is It Enough?
...of treatment can cost anywhere from $97,000 to $190,000. Individuals with health insurance may pay only a fraction of these costs. But, those without insurance coverage may be stuck with...
March 4, 2021
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People of Color May Be at Higher Risk of Skin Cancer Misdiagnosis
...of skin problems on dark skin. Medical Textbooks Lack Examples of Skin Cancer in People of Color A recent study examined racial representation in healthcare education. The researchers analyzed 4,143...
December 29, 2020
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Imaging Center Requests "Grace and Patience" After Missing at Least 8 Breast Cancer Diagnoses
...Brief explained continued practice by Bigg could be "a substantial danger to public health and safety." After Dr. Bigg's license was revoked, the FDA asked the Allison Breast Center to...
December 17, 2020
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Natural Alternatives to Zantac, Prilosec, Prevacid and Nexium
...Physician Anyone struggling with heartburn or gastric ulcers should speak with a physician about these and other options. A doctor can take into account the individual's specific health situation before...
December 10, 2020
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Legal Look: New York Priest Abuse Lawsuits, 3rd Roundup Trial and 3M Earplug MDL
...up under a California law that allows individuals over the age of 70 who have significant health problems to receive an expedited trial. The trial is now underway, though appeals...
March 29, 2019
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Elmiron Lawsuits
Doctors have recently identified permanent vision damage in some long-term Elmiron users. As a result, people are now filing Elmiron lawsuits. Some filings accuse the manufacturers of concealing the risks...
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Legal Look: JUUL Problems, Asbestos in Baby Powder, Roundup Lawsuits
...of causing a rare and incurable form of cancer called mesothelioma. In response to the recall, CVS Health, Rite Aid and Walmart removed all J&J 22-ounce baby powder products from...
November 1, 2019
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What Is Elmiron?
...However, several studies have suggested IC may arise due to flaws in the protective lining of the bladder. Potential IC Cause: Protective Coating Dysfunction A healthy bladder creates a layer...
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Bayer Announces Settlement Signaling The End for Essure Lawsuits
...health." Some Essure users blame the device for irreparable damage to their bodies. For these women, the $45,600 price tag on their suffering may come as a cold comfort. Bayer...
September 16, 2020
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7 Harmful Ingredients in Baby Care Products
Parents may be shocked to learn how many baby products contain harmful ingredients. The additives in products like teething rings have been linked to serious health problems. But, which ingredients...
August 25, 2020
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6 Ways You Can Prevent Ovarian Cancer
...Legal Options Today Learn More Move More, Eat Smarter Exercise and healthy eating habits are the ground floor of a healthy, cancer-free you. Studies have linked regular exercise with a...
August 13, 2020
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DVT at 20: Why You Should Always Listen to Your Body
...spent the night in a hospital. So, how did I, a seemingly healthy 20-year-old college student, get to this point? The answer: I didn't listen to my body. Ignoring My...
August 6, 2020
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Concerta’s Hidden Harms
...the power to help many people take control of their health, it also has significant side effects that can negatively affect a person's quality of life. It is unrealistic for...
November 7, 2019
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Bair Hugger Lawsuit
...in 2017 notifying healthcare providers that their investigation found no association between forced-air warming blanket systems like Bair Hugger and increased risk of infection. Bair Hugger Inventor's Questionable Assertions During...
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Ozempic Lawsuit
...last for hours or even days and may alternate with periods without any vomiting. Gallbladder disease: Gallbladder disease is an umbrella term for conditions affecting the health of the gallbladder....
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Legal Look: $3 Million Verdicts, Juul Nicotine Levels, and More 3M Earplug Problems
...CAEV2 devices. Juul Amped Up Nicotine Levels A new study published in BMJ Tobacco Control - a medical journal focused on the health consequences of tobacco use - has found...
February 19, 2019
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Hip Replacement Lawsuit
...instances, side effects from the hip device have led to additional health issues. In response to these problems, thousands of individuals have filed hip replacement lawsuits. Plaintiffs have named companies...
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2017 Consumer Safety Year in Review
...a variety of blood clot-related health conditions, from atrial fibrillation to stroke. However, unlike older blood thinners such as warfarin, Xarelto does not have an antidote that can reverse the...
December 27, 2017
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Pradaxa vs Xarelto: Comparing the New Class of Blood Thinners
...than for Pradaxa or Xarelto. Pradaxa and Xarelto do not have generic options and are both expensive. Without private health insurance or Medicare, the annual cost of thee drugs could...
January 25, 2018
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J&J Finally Wins Talc Lawsuit Victory
...health and demands that consumers be warned of the specific risks." With thousands of federal lawsuits still pending against Johnson & Johnson, Daniels' lawsuit highlights the need for credible documentation...
August 27, 2017
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$70 Million Giannecchini Talc Verdict Over Cancer Diagnosis
...thing," and that the award "reaffirmed" that Johnson & Johnson should have a warning placed on their products. "It's time for this company to come clean and put consumer health...
September 23, 2017
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Benicar Lawsuit
...focus on bringing to market innovative medicines that help people live healthy and meaningful lives." Department of Justice Investigation and Settlement In 2015, Daichii Sankyo paid $40 million to the...
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Free Case Reviews
...childbirth that led to paralysis, disability or another serious health condition, you may be able to get compensation for treatment and care. Free Birth Injury Case Review Talk to our...
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$110 Million Slemp Talc Verdict Slams J&J
...definitely situations in which using it could be a health risk. The exact mechanism by which talc contributes to the development of ovarian cancer is still unknown, so women should...
May 6, 2017
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Hernia Mesh Lawsuit
...C-QUR, meaning exposure to this violative product could cause temporary health risks. Following this recall, the FDA later filed a lawsuit against Atrium in 2015 because of poor quality control...
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Construction Safety Week 2019: What It Is and What You Can Do
...Manitowoc Travelers The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has also worked to create and update regulations to prioritize safety, enforce safety standards, and provide training within the construction industry....
April 30, 2019
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Consumers Lose When Drug Companies Fund Studies
...they do make it, they will be so exorbitantly priced that the average consumer would never be able to afford them, even with health insurance. Of course, this is all...
October 16, 2017
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Lisinopril Lawsuit
ConsumerSafety.org is not accepting lisinopril cases at this time. Lisinopril is a drug used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and help prevent heart failure. Unfortunately, the blood pressure medication...
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Mesothelioma Lawsuit
...cost of healthcare and compensation payments. Workers' Compensation Workers' compensation is a type of insurance that helps pay a portion of the person's wages while they are disabled due to...
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Free Birth Injury Case Review
If your baby sustained an injury during childbirth that led to paralysis, disability or another serious health condition, you may be able to get compensation for treatment and care.
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Free Hernia Mesh Case Review
If you or a loved one have experienced a severe complication after undergoing hernia mesh implantation surgery, you may be able eligible for compensation.
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Legal Look: DePuy Hip Settlements, FTC v AbbVie, Lax Clinical Trials, and Why Juries Matter
...joint lawsuit against the FDA and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) over claims of allowing lax reporting of scientific data. At the heart of the matter is a 2007...
December 12, 2018
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Prilosec vs Nexium vs Prevacid
...has also been on the World Health Organization's Model List of Essential Medicines for almost a decade. Given the popularity of these drugs, we've put together a comparison of the...
January 23, 2019
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Free Clergy Abuse Case Review
If you or a loved one were abused as a child by a priest, member of a religious order, or another member of the clergy, you may be eligible for compensation.
Perhaps as strong and enduring as any other effects on a survivor of abuse are the shame and guilt that can be overwhelming and debilitating, compounded by a resulting mistrust of others and avoidance of any acknowledgment or conversation concerning the abuse. We recognize how difficult and oftentimes frightening acknowledging the abuse and describing it can be. Be assured that any conversation about your situation with our firm is confidential. When we respond to an inquiry, we do so with the sensitivity, respect and the discretion necessary to provide meaningful feedback. If you prefer to speak with us directly regarding your incident, please call the Meneo Law Group at 1-866-371-8506 or send a confidential email to confidential@consumersafety.org. Cases may be filed anonymously to protect the victim's identity.
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Top Personal Injury Lawsuits to Watch in 2019
...personal injury lawsuits that can affect your health and safety. You can be sure that we will let you know about the lawsuits above and many others as additional information...
February 6, 2019
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Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
...of their lives. When filing a motorcycle accident claim, victims can seek to recover damages related to: Property damage - especially the motorcycle itself Health costs - emergency room bills,...
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Mirena Lawsuit
Mirena lawsuits claim the birth control device causes serious side effects. The intrauterine device (IUD) has migrated, perforating the uterus in some cases. The IUD has also been linked to...
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Free Xeljanz® Case Review
If you or a loved one experienced severe side effects after taking Xeljanz® or Xeljanz XR® (tofacitinib), you may be eligible to file a lawsuit against the drug's manufacturers. Qualifying side effects include cancer, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), blood clots, heart attack, cardiovascular events requiring hospitalization, and death.
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Free Exactech Lawsuit Case Review
If you or a loved one required a revision surgery or experienced adverse side effects after a knee or ankle replacement with an Exactech implant, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit against the medical device company.
Why fill out this form to see if you qualify for a lawsuit?
Put simply, you may be eligible to receive significant compensation at no up-front cost to you. And this free case review will quickly determine your eligibility.
A successful Exactech knee replacement lawsuit could entitle you to compensation for legal damages, such as:
- Pain and suffering
- Medical expenses due to additional treatment and/or corrective revision surgery
- Lost income or wages incurred as a result of the knee implant failure
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Klumpke’s Palsy Lawsuit
Klumpke's palsy lawsuits are filed by the parents of infants who experience a traumatic birth injury to their brachial plexus during delivery. By filing a legal claim, the family could...
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Consumer Lawsuits
Why are people filing product, drug and medical device lawsuits? The products we use on a daily basis are covered by a number of safety regulations, meaning that companies must...
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Free Zantac® Case Review
If you or a loved one developed stomach cancer, bladder cancer, small intestine cancer, colorectal cancer, esophageal cancer, liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, or leukemia while taking Zantac® or another ranitidine-containing medication, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit against the drug’s manufacturers.
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Catholic Church Sexual Abuse Lawsuit
Continuing revelations about sexual abuse by priests and other clergy have led to thousands of lawsuits against the Catholic Church in recent years. While other denominations have also been implicated...
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Erb's Palsy Lawsuit
Erb's palsy lawsuits are filed by parents whose child suffers a brachial plexus injury due to medical malpractice during childbirth. An Erb's palsy lawsuit can help the family receive money...
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Free Vehicle Accident Case Review
If you or a loved one incurred injuries from a car, motorcycle, truck, or other vehicle accident, you may be able to receive compensation to pay for medical treatments.
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Free Construction Accident Case Review
If you or a loved one incurred injuries at a construction site – including a fall, electrocution, or being struck by a falling object – you may be eligible for compensation.
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Free Cancer Misdiagnosis Review
If your cancer diagnosis came later than it should have, due to misdiagnosis or a failure to properly screen for certain types of cancer, you may be eligible for compensation.
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Taxotere Lawsuit
Sanofi-Aventis faces more than 15,000 lawsuits for its chemotherapy drug, Taxotere. Plaintiffs claim the drug caused permanent hair loss. Sanofi is accused of negligence for not warning patients of this...
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Free Mesothelioma Case Review
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you could have access to compensation from asbestos trust funds, workers’ compensation, or other benefits.
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Free Valsartan Case Review
If you or your loved one took valsartan contaminated with NDMA — a known cancer-causing substance — you may be able to file a lawsuit against the drug’s manufacturer.
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Free Boarding School Abuse Case Review
If you or your child were sexually abused or assaulted while attending boarding school, prep school, or a residential school, you have the legal right to seek remuneration.
Perhaps as strong and enduring as any other effects on a survivor of abuse are the shame and guilt that can be overwhelming and debilitating, compounded by a resulting mistrust of others and avoidance of any acknowledgment or conversation concerning the abuse. We recognize how difficult and oftentimes frightening acknowledging the abuse and describing it can be. Be assured that any conversation about your situation with our firm is confidential. When we respond to an inquiry, we do so with the sensitivity, respect and the discretion necessary to provide meaningful feedback. If you prefer to speak with us directly regarding your incident, please call the Meneo Law Group at 1-866-371-8506 or send a confidential email to confidential@consumersafety.org. Cases may be filed anonymously to protect the victim's identity.
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Lung Cancer Misdiagnosis Lawsuit
Lung cancer misdiagnosis lawsuits are filed when a physician uses outdated tools or procedures, does not order screenings, or simply fails to diagnose lung cancer. Patients are then left with...
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Priests Accused of Sexual Abuse
In the U.S. there have been thousands of Catholic priests accused of sexual abuse. While it is hard to get an exact number, we know from court documents, news reports,...
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Free Proton-Pump Inhibitor Case Review
If you or a loved one suffered a kidney injury or other severe side effect after taking a proton-pump inhibitor, you could be eligible for compensation.
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