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Gilead Sciences, the manufacturer of Truvada, has been accused of knowingly selling a more dangerous medication in order to boost profits. As a result, many users have begun filing lawsuits against Gilad over bone and kidney problems resulting from the TDF-based medication.

As the number of cases filed against Syngenta grow, for their alleged failure to warn consumers of the dangers of exposing themselves to Paraquat, the cases have been consolidated into an MDL action that will be tried in the Northern District of California.

Walmart is facing a major lawsuit filed against them by the US Department of Justice. Walmart is facing allegations that they failed to screen prescriptions properly and did not report suspicious activity by doctors who repeatedly prescribed opioids for illegitimate medical purposes. Walmart could potentially lose billions if the allegations prove true.

Recently, a study has found that iPhone 12 Pros, and other newer iPhone models, can cause implanted defibrillators to stop working due to the strong magnets placed inside the phones, putting those with defibrillators and pacemakers at serious risk of injury or death.

The first of the fire fighting foam lawsuits to be heard in court, one of many included in the Multi-District Litigation, resulted in a settlement agreement that totaled $17.5 million. The settlement resolves the claims of nearly 300 Wisconsin residents whose drinking water was contaminated and health put at risk due to the fire fighting foam.

Penumbra recalled its Jet 7 catheters with Xtra Flex Technology after multiple reports found that the device caused major injuries and deaths in patients during routine use. Learn more about how they found out and what it means to those that have been affected.

As more cases come forward against Johnson & Johnson, for failing to warn consumers of the risks associated with Elmiron, the cases have all been centralized in the New Jersey federal court. If you are a loved one have taken Elmiron and have experienced any serious eye problems, you may have a case against Johnson & Johnson.

Health insurance provider, Blue Cross Blue Shield, agreed to a proposed settlement of $2.67 billion to settle allegations that the association manipulated the health insurance market and conspired to impede competition in the health insurance market since 2012.

Purdue has had to face countless courtrooms this year as the company has been confronted and held accountable for their actions that helped to create an opioid epidemic that is linked to the loss of hundreds of thousands of lives throughout the U.S.

Johnson & Johnson has agreed to pay over $100 million to resolve more than 1,000 talcum powder lawsuits that alleged that J&J's talcum powder caused cancer to develop in consumers of the talcum powder.

Flint residents have reached a preliminary settlement to resolve the major contamination of the city water source, due to the negligence and greed of the city government and officials. While the settlement has many positives, there are still a number of concerns that the settlement doesn't make whole all the damages that the contaminated water caused.

The Department of Veterans Affairs is facing its first class-action since it became a cabinet-level department in 1989 for failing to process benefit appeals claims in quick;y enough. Find out why this is the first class-action in thirty years.

A recent study released by the Stanford University School of Medicine found that young people who use JUUL products or other e-cigarettes are at a higher risk of contracting COVID-19 and suffering severe effects from the virus. It is no surprise that the damage done by using a JUUL or an e-cigarette weakens the lungs and makes young people more susceptible to the novel virus that brought the world to a standstill. Are you or your children at risk?

Elmiron, the only medication on the market to treat interstitial cystitis, is linked to pigmentary maculopathy. This rare degeneration of the macula was discovered in patients who had taken Elmiron for sustained periods but were completely unaware that their vision loss was from taking Elmiron. Following the studies, countless lawsuits have been filed against the manufacturers of the drug for failing to warn consumers of the potential risk of irreversible vision loss.

Johnson & Johnson remove talcum powder from all stores in the U.S. and Canada amidst continued losses in the growing litigation that claims their talcum powder is linked to ovarian cancer and mesothelioma.

Popular anti-nausea medication, Zofran, has been found to cause birth defects if mothers take the medication to help fight morning sickness. To make things worse, the makers of Zofran allegedly were aware of it and still actively recommended the drug be prescribed to pregnant women.

American Express may have violated the Truth in Lending Act by not properly disclosing information they are required to disclose. Were you affected?

In early 2019, the FDA released a public safety announcement that alerted the public to alarming side effects found after taking 10 mg doses of Xeljanz, twice a day, for extended periods. While this dosage was only approved for use by patients who suffered from acute UC, records showed that Xeljanz was being prescribed at this dosage for cases of severe RA as well.

New California Assembly Bill 218 opens up a three-year window of opportunity for victims of sexual abuse who were previously barred from bringing their case to civil court due to the statute of limitations. Hundreds of victims have already begun to file their cases and expose their abusers as well as the institutions that help to cover up the abuse.

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While it takes sustained exposure to silica dust over long periods of time for silicosis to develop, the prevalence of silica in nature creates makes it more common for those who work in construction, mining and other industrial industries. Despite OSHA regulations and the duration one needs to be exposed to silica dust, silicosis is still the cause of death for 250 Americans each year.

For the past decade, doctors have written between 15 and 17 million prescriptions each year for ranitidine, which has been on the market since 1981. The volume of potential victims that may have been affected is staggering.

Pressure cookers, for the most part, are miraculous machines. But similar to Uber’s autonomous vehicles or JUUL’s “safer” electronic smoking alternative, these technologies can have deadly strings attached that consumers may be completely unaware of.

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A recent study by the Stanford Research on the Impact of Tobacco Advertising found that 15-17 year-olds were "16 times more likely to be current JUUL users than the 25-34 year-old group," noting that "a principal driver of JUUL's explosive growth in sales has been its adoption by youth."

The facts and figures of Essure's problematic history.

In a series of internal emails obtained by lawyers representing plaintiffs in the Roundup® litigation, a Monsanto executive reveals the ongoing practice of ghostwriting scientific research papers to sway the public opinion of Roundup and its safety.

In the midst of JUUL's unprecedented rise, underage nicotine addicts and hospitalized teens demand change from the emerging tobacco giant.

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Injuries from electric scooters, via scooter sharing services, have skyrocketed with the growing rates of use. But who is really liable for the increase in accidents and subsequent lawsuits?

If you or a loved one have experienced abuse, neglect or mistreatment at a nursing home or professional care center, we are here to help. Make sure you are aware of what kinds of abuse may be occurring, how to spot it and how to stop it.

Injuries from e-cigarette explosion, fire or related health problems have skyrocketed with the growing rates of use. Make sure you are keeping yourself safe and are aware of the dangers smoking them exposes you to.

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The magnitude of the data breach is quite astonishing. Equifax admitted in September of 2017 that 147 million customer’s information was exploited by hackers. They discovered that the breach began in mid-May of 2017 and they believe lasted all the way through July of that same year.

In 2005, Public Law 109-13 was signed into law that established traumatic injury insurance for all servicemembers who are covered by Servicemembers Group Life Insurance (SGLI). This law provides payment of up to $100,000 for servicemembers who have suffered a traumatic injury.

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Confused on what separates class action lawsuits from mass tort lawsuits? This blog looks at what differentiates these two so that you can be better equipped to navigate the legal world.

Numerous lawsuits have been filed against hernia mesh manufacturers over links to serious and life-threatening complications.

The United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund was established in 2015 to provide compensation to eligible service members, military contractors and their families who were victims of various acts of state-sponsored terrorism.

In May, Monsanto lost its third trial against plaintiffs who claimed that their use of Roundup® led to them developing Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.