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Texas Injury Law Blog

Covers the rights of individuals injured in accidents. Published by the Fears Nachawati Law Firm.

http://www.txinjuryblog.com/

May 21
Are You Facing an IVC Complication?

Are You Facing an IVC Complication?

An estimated 350,000 Americans have undergone an inferior vena cava (IVC) surgery, allowing a doctor to insert a filter into their blood vessel that’s designed to prevent pulmonary embolism. For most, it’s a procedure that goes…
May 21
Texas Lawmakers Consider Change to Text Message Law

Texas Lawmakers Consider Change to Text Message Law

In Austin, the Texas 83rd legislative session is in full swing. Among the many laws under consideration is former speaker of the House Tom Craddick’s House Bill 63. This piece of legislation, which has passed the House and awaits action…
May 21
Understanding the Link between SSRIs and Autism

Understanding the Link between SSRIs and Autism

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), a powerful class of drugs commonly used to treat depression, can have profound, unintended consequences on a child who experiences in utero exposure. According to a recent study, for instance,…

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FDA Law Blog

Hyman, Phelps & McNamara, P.C.

http://www.fdalawblog.net/fda_law_blog_hyman_phelps/

May 21
FDA is Asked to Deviate From ANDA “Exception Excipient” Policy for Generic VFEND Injection; Precedent Indicates Agency Will Reamin Firm

FDA is Asked to Deviate From ANDA “Exception Excipient” Policy for Generic VFEND Injection; Precedent Indicates Agency Will Reamin Firm

By Kurt R. Karst – A Citizen Petition (Docket No. FDA-2013-P-0203) submitted to FDA earlier this year raises an issue that comes up from time to time – although not typically in a public forum – about the Agency’s so-called...
May 20
CDRH Issues Final Appeals Guidance, Q&A About FDASIA Appeals Proce

CDRH Issues Final Appeals Guidance, Q&A About FDASIA Appeals Proce

By Jeffrey K. Shapiro & Jennifer D. Newberger – As discussed in our prior posts (here, here, and here), the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (“CDRH”) has taken much needed steps to improve the most commonly used appeal…
May 20
While We’re Waiting on Bartlett, Some New Preemption Challenges to Consider

While We’re Waiting on Bartlett, Some New Preemption Challenges to Consider

By Kurt R. Karst – As folks in the generic drug industry patiently await the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Mutual Pharmaceutical Co. v. Bartlett (Docket No. 12-142), a design defect generic drug preemption case (see our previous post…

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Chicago Injury Law Blog

Covers pharmaceutical, medical device and medical malpractice litigation. By Pintas & Mullins Law Firm.

http://www.chicagoinjurylawblog.com/

May 20
$2.7 Million Awarded to First Livermore Wrongful Termination Plaintiff

$2.7 Million Awarded to First Livermore Wrongful Termination Plaintiff

Employment lawyers at Pintas & Mullins report that the first five plaintiffs in the Lawrence Livermore wrongful termination lawsuit were recently awarded $2.7 million by a California jury. All 130 of the other plaintiffs also have claims…
May 20
Deaths from Dog Attacks Rise in Summer Month

Deaths from Dog Attacks Rise in Summer Month

A jogger from California and a double-amputee from South Carolina are two of the most recent victims of fatal dog attacks in the U.S. Dog bite attorneys at Pintas & Mullins highlight these stories to encourage the public to be more aware…
May 17
Brooklyn Orders Review of 50 Murder Case

Brooklyn Orders Review of 50 Murder Case

Police misconduct lawyers at Pintas & Mullins highlight an article recently published in the New York Times, detailing the reopening of every murder case that resulted in a guilty verdict from the work of one detective. The review is…

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Drug and Device Law

Covers various topics that arise in the defense of pharmaceutical and medical device product liability litigation. By James M. Beck and Mark Herrmann.

http://druganddevicelaw.blogspot.com/

May 21
Plaintiff’s Second Try Still Preempted

Plaintiff’s Second Try Still Preempted

We talk about a lot of motions to dismiss on this blog and being a defense blog, the overwhelming majority are successful. Motions to dismiss being what they are –…
May 20
Plaintiffs Discover Risks of Refusing to Participate in Predictive Coding Discovery

Plaintiffs Discover Risks of Refusing to Participate in Predictive Coding Discovery

Let’s see whether it works: Discovery! Are you excited? How about this: Technology Assisted Review!! Nothing yet? How about: Predictive Coding!!! We gave you three exclamation points for that…
May 17
A Not So Bad Blast from The Past

A Not So Bad Blast from The Past

We saw the news yesterday about DePuy discontinuing two of their lines of hip implants, which have been involved in some litigation. While we are not ignorant of the…

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Life Sciences Legal Update

Analysis and commentary on trends and developments in life sciences and health care law. By Reed Smith.

http://www.lifescienceslegalupdate.com/

May 15
China Life Sciences and Health Industry Client Briefing - April 2013 (May 15, 2013)

China Life Sciences and Health Industry Client Briefing - April 2013 (May 15, 2013)

This post was written by Katherine Yang, Amy Yin, Vicki Lung, Gordon B. Schatz, Jay J. Yan, John J. Tan, Mao Rong and May Wong. Reed Smith’s China Life Sciences and Health Industry Client Briefing provides a summary of the monthly news…
May 6
HHS Considers Amending the HIPAA Privacy Rule to Encourage Reporting of Mental Health Information to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System

HHS Considers Amending the HIPAA Privacy Rule to Encourage Reporting of Mental Health Information to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System

This post was written by Jennifer L. Pike and Nancy E. Bonifant. The Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) is seeking comments on a proposal to amend the HIPAA Privacy Rule to expressly permit covered entities to…
May 3
CMS Releases List of Teaching Hospitals; Educational Efforts and Requests for Additional Clarification Regarding the Physician Payment Sunshine Final Rule Continue

CMS Releases List of Teaching Hospitals; Educational Efforts and Requests for Additional Clarification Regarding the Physician Payment Sunshine Final Rule Continue

This post was written by Elizabeth Carder-Thompson, Katie C. Pawlitz and Nancy E. Bonifant. In preparation for data collection to begin under the Physician Payment Sunshine Act Final Rule on August 1, 2013, the Centers for Medicare &…

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Day on Torts

Covers issues relating to tort law, regulations, and trials. Published by John A. Day of Day & Blair.

http://www.dayontorts.com/

May 18
Tennessee Medical Malpractice Lawsuits Against Governmental Entities and Their Employees and the Notice Statute

Tennessee Medical Malpractice Lawsuits Against Governmental Entities and Their Employees and the Notice Statute

Tennessee law has a one year statute of limitation in a medical malpractice (now called a health care liability) case. Formal legal notice must be given to health care providers who are going to be sued in the case and this notice must…
Apr 27
Important Medicare Subrogation Decision From the 9th Circuit Court of Appeal

Important Medicare Subrogation Decision From the 9th Circuit Court of Appeal

The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that a private Medicare Advantage Organization plan cannot sue a plan participant’s survivors for reimbursement of medical payments out of the proceeds of an automobile insurance…
Apr 22
Claims That Trucking Companies May Have Against Pilot Flying J

Claims That Trucking Companies May Have Against Pilot Flying J

The news that Pilot Flying J, a company largely if not exclusively owned by Governor's Haslam's family and run by his brother, is the subject of a criminal investigation has made a lot of news in the last week. Headquartered in Knoxville,…

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The Recall Lawyers

Covers drug product warnings, recalls and lawsuits. By Jones Ward PLC.

http://www.the-recall-lawyers.com/

May 19
Jones Ward Attends Mirena Initial Conference

Jones Ward Attends Mirena Initial Conference

Last Friday, Judge Cathy Seibel in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, the federal judge presiding over the consolidated Mirena litigation, held the first initial conference for the Mirena Multidistrict Litigation.…
May 19
Subaru Recalls Over 5,000 Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Control

Subaru Recalls Over 5,000 Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering Control

Subaru has announced a recall of roughly 5,379 Legacy and Outback (shown right) vehicles due to a defect that can cause them to lose steering control. According to Subaru, steering shafts in the cars, all from the 2013 model year, could…
May 19
J&J to Stop Selling its Metal-on-Metal Hip Product

J&J to Stop Selling its Metal-on-Metal Hip Product

Johnson & Johnson, the biggest healthcare product manufacturer in the world, has announced its plan to stop selling its metal-on-metal and ceramic-on-metal hip replacements. The company states its decision is made due to declining demand…

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Oklahoma Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers injury, medical malpractice, premises liability, and medical malpractice news and updates. By Hasbrook & Hasbrook.

http://www.oklahomacitylawyer.com/

May 21
Oklahoma Woman Files Federal Claim Against Zoloft

Oklahoma Woman Files Federal Claim Against Zoloft

English: Zoloft (Photo credit: Wikipedia)Recently, an Oklahoma woman filed a lawsuit against Zoloft in a federal court in Philadelphia. Her lawsuit, which is based on products liability, claims that the popular antidepressant caused serious…
May 16
Woman Receives $7,500 in Slip-and-Fall Lawsuit

Woman Receives $7,500 in Slip-and-Fall Lawsuit

Shirley Rice was injured on two separate occasions in 2010 when she tripped and fell on the cracks in a sidewalk. Not long after, she filed suit. According to a recent article, Rice was given $7,500 to settle her claim against the city of…
May 14
Recall Affects Meat Sold in Oklahoma

Recall Affects Meat Sold in Oklahoma

"Pastrami on rye" - Pastrami Sandwich. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)The Manda Packing Company has recently recalled nearly 500,000 pounds of meat. Recent reports indicate that the recall is due to a possible contamination from Listeria…

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Illinois Medical Malpractice…

Illinois Medical Malpractice Lawyers Blog

Covers medical malpractice laws, doctor negligence, and defective medical devices and drugs. By Pintas & Mullins Law Firm.

http://www.illinoismedicalmalpracticelawyers-blog.com/

May 21
Hospitals move Toward Transparency in Medical Malpractice

Hospitals move Toward Transparency in Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice attorneys at Pintas & Mullins point to a recent article published by the New York Times detailing the importance of malpractice litigation in gaining a more transparent healthcare system. Lawsuits often reveal…
May 15
California Malpractice Victims head to Capitol to Protest Financial Cap

California Malpractice Victims head to Capitol to Protest Financial Cap

Medical malpractice lawyers at Pintas & Mullins applaud the efforts of the California families who protested at the State Capitol last Thursday, May 9, 2013. These families have all been significantly impacted by medical negligence, and…
May 14
Medicare Data Reveals U.S. Hospitals Vary Widely on Pricing for Same Procedure

Medicare Data Reveals U.S. Hospitals Vary Widely on Pricing for Same Procedure

Medical malpractice lawyers at Pintas & Mullins highlight the most recent data released by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The data from 2011 taken from facilities in 13 metropolitan areas reveals that hospitals…

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California Asbestos Law Blog

Covers asbestos diseases, occupations and products, as well as mesothelioma treatment options. By Vieira Trial Law.

http://asbestos.vieiratriallaw.com/

Jul 4
Q&A: Latest Treatments for Mesothelioma

Q&A: Latest Treatments for Mesothelioma

Researchers are studying whether chemotherapy before surgery and radiation can deter tumor recurrence in patients with mesothelioma, a rare cancer of the lining of the chest caused by asbestos exposure. The study builds on the success of a…
Jun 29
Mesothelioma Treatment Options II

Mesothelioma Treatment Options II

Treatment Options for Malignant Mesothelioma Localized Malignant Mesothelioma (Stage I) If the malignant mesothelioma is in one part of the chest lining, treatment will probably be surgery to remove the part of the chest lining with cancer…
Jun 29
New Mesothelioma Treatment

New Mesothelioma Treatment

Implantable Device May Offer Better Pain Management National Cancer Institute Patients with advanced cancer who used an implantable drug-delivery device to control their pain had better pain relief, fewer toxic side effects, and better…

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New York Asbestos Defense…

New York Asbestos Defense Litigation

Covers the current state of asbestos defense litigation in New York State, with resources for the insured and self-insured defendant, as well as defense counsel. By Eric C. Genau.

http://asbestoslitigation.typepad.com/newyork/

May 18
Volunteer Social

Volunteer Social

In the victory of Obama the two million volunteers who sought support were important citizen. As they used the Internet and created a sympathetic community on Facebook. It was to publicize the image of the candidate, his attitude and his…
May 10
Volunteer Social

Volunteer Social

In the victory of Obama the two million volunteers who sought support were important citizen. As they used the Internet and created a sympathetic community on Facebook. It was to publicize the image of the candidate, his attitude and his…
May 3
Volunteering

Volunteering

Many times when you have a good free time, thanks to a break that give where you work or for any other reason, people think of a holiday where you can relax and enjoy the rest, however when it comes to taking a vacation or make a good use of…

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Drug Recall Attorneys Blog

Covers drug recalls and side effects, pharmaceutical litigation, and drug warnings. By Pintas & Mullins Law Firm.

http://www.drugrecallattorneysblog.com/

May 20
Dietary Supplements Account for Over Half FDA Class I Recall

Dietary Supplements Account for Over Half FDA Class I Recall

Drug recall lawyers at Pintas & Mullins highlight a recent study which found that, between 2004 and 2012, dietary supplements made up more than half of all FDA Class I drug recalls. "Class I" refers to recalls of drugs that have a…
May 16
More Sterile Compounded Products Recalled

More Sterile Compounded Products Recalled

Drug recall lawyers at Pintas & Mullins report of yet another compounding pharmacy recall, this one initiated by The Compounding Shop of St. Petersburg, Florida. The recall was triggered by problems uncovered during FDA health…
May 13
Johnson & Johnson to pay more than $11 Million in First Vaginal Mesh Case

Johnson & Johnson to pay more than $11 Million in First Vaginal Mesh Case

Transvaginal mesh lawyers at Pintas & Mullins recently reported on a Gynecare Prolift plaintiff who won $3.35 million in compensatory damages in her lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson. Jurors recently determined the punitive damage…

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Mass Tort Defense

Covers legal issues relating to defense of mass tort cases and large scale product liability claims. Published by Sean P. Wajert of Dechert, LLP.

http://www.masstortdefense.com/

May 15
EnBanc Oral Argument Set in 9th Circuit Asbestos Case

EnBanc Oral Argument Set in 9th Circuit Asbestos Case

We have posted before about Henry Barabin, et al. v. AstenJohnson Inc. and Scapa Dryer Fabrics Inc., as a case to watch. Interested readers should note that the 9th Circuit has now set the en banc oral argument in this case for…
May 13
New Partner Joins SHB in Philly

New Partner Joins SHB in Philly

Very excited to note for readers the arrival this week of a brand new partner in Shook Hardy's office in Philadelphia (your humble bloggers home base). Debra S. Dunne, Esq. brings to SHB significant expertise in counseling companies regulated…
May 8
Prop 65 Reforms Proposed

Prop 65 Reforms Proposed

Our readers know how Prop 65 has created numerous issues for product sellers and created much litigation mischief in the hands of overzealous plaintiffs. Interesting that earlier this week, California Gov. Jerry Brown (D) said he now…

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Product Defect News & Advice

By Bisnar Chase.

http://www.productdefectnewsandadviceblog.com/

May 16
Subaru to Recall 5,400 Vehicles for Potential Steering Defect

Subaru to Recall 5,400 Vehicles for Potential Steering Defect

Subaru is issuing a vehicle defect recall for nearly 5,400 2013 Outback and Legacy models because the steering may fail. According to a report in The New York Times, the automaker told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration…
May 15
Generic Drug Maker Pleads Guilty, Agrees to Pay $500 Million in Fine

Generic Drug Maker Pleads Guilty, Agrees to Pay $500 Million in Fine

Ranbaxy, an India-based generic drug manufacturer, has pleaded guilty to federal drug safety violations and has agreed to pay $500 million in fines to resolve claims that it sold substandard drugs, The New York Times reports. The article…
May 15
Chrysler Recalls 469,000 SUVs for Defective Gearshift

Chrysler Recalls 469,000 SUVs for Defective Gearshift

Chrysler has announced a vehicle defect recall for 469,000 SUVs worldwide for problems with the gearshift that could cause the gear to inadvertently shift to neutral. According to an NBC News report, the automaker will update software after…

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Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers Injury law with an emphasis on products and drugs liability. By Sheff Law.

http://www.personalinjurylawyer-blog.com/

May 20
FRESHMAN FOOTBALL PLAYER'S PARENTS SUE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY OVER WRONGFUL DEATH

FRESHMAN FOOTBALL PLAYER'S PARENTS SUE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY OVER WRONGFUL DEATH

The parents of a Tennessee State football player who died on the practice field after going into cardiac arrest, have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the university. Wayne Jones Jr. and Sonya Johns are seeking $5 million in damages on…
May 16
COMA IN TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY

COMA IN TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY

If a patient is comatose after a TBI, he or she experienced a severe brain injury. To understand the severity of the injury, the Glascow Coma Scale (GCS) is issued within 24 hours. On the GCS, the lower the score the more severe the injury.…
May 15
THE NATIONAL SAFETY CONCEAL REVEALS THAT MOTOR VEHICLE CRASHES CAUSED BY DRIVERS ON CELL PHONES ARE UNDERREPORTED

THE NATIONAL SAFETY CONCEAL REVEALS THAT MOTOR VEHICLE CRASHES CAUSED BY DRIVERS ON CELL PHONES ARE UNDERREPORTED

A new study conducted by the National Safety Council (NSC) has revealed that motor vehicle crashes involving cell phones are "vastly underreported" in national statistics on fatal automobile crashes. After careful inspection of the National…

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Drug Injury Watch

Site provides developing information about prescription drug side effects as well as up-to-date news from the legal, medical, FDA, and pharmaceutical sectors. From attorney Thomas J. Lamb.

http://www.drug-injury.com/druginjurycom/

May 21
October 2012 Infuse Bone Senate Investigation Report Criticizes Medtronic For "Ghostwriting" Of Numerous Medical Journal Article

October 2012 Infuse Bone Senate Investigation Report Criticizes Medtronic For "Ghostwriting" Of Numerous Medical Journal Article

Apparently In Order To Boost Sales Of Infuse Bone Growth Product, Medtronic Hid Medical Complications Such As Etopic Bone Growth And Male Sterility (Posted by Tom Lamb at DrugInjuryWatch.com) In the third part of this Medtronic Infuse series…
May 13
Infuse Bone Graft: Medtronic-Funded Studies Essentially Ignored Serious Medical Complications And Side Effects Associated With Its Back Surgery Product

Infuse Bone Graft: Medtronic-Funded Studies Essentially Ignored Serious Medical Complications And Side Effects Associated With Its Back Surgery Product

A 2009 - 2012 Series Of Investigative Reports Published By The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Exposed Various "Problems" With How Medtronic Went About Boosting Sales Of Infuse (Posted by Tom Lamb at DrugInjuryWatch.com) In the second…
Apr 29
Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft Efficacy And Safety Study By Yale: Widely Anticipated Results Are Set To Be Released In June 2013

Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft Efficacy And Safety Study By Yale: Widely Anticipated Results Are Set To Be Released In June 2013

This Controversial Medtronic Spine Treatment Was Put In The Spotlight By June 2011 Medical Journal Articles About Serious Risks And Problems With Infuse (Posted by Tom Lamb at DrugInjuryWatch.com) The Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft product was…

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Consumer Advocate Legal Update

Covers consumer law, product recalls and defective products. By Khorrami, LLP.

http://consumeradvocatelegalupdate.wordpress.com/

May 14
Lancome Sued for Deceptively Marketing its “24 HOUR MAKEUP”

Lancome Sued for Deceptively Marketing its “24 HOUR MAKEUP”

An Orthodox Jewish woman, Rorie Weisberg, has sued Lancome for failing to live up to the promises made in the marketing of its “24-hour makeup,” Teint Idole Ultra 24H. Teint Idole Ultra 24H claims it can provide…
May 13
False Advertising Class Action Filed Against GNC for Triflex Joint Supplement

False Advertising Class Action Filed Against GNC for Triflex Joint Supplement

GNC customer Michael Lerman has filed suit in California federal court, alleging GNC misrepresented the benefits of its Triflex dietary supplements. The advertisements, which are both online and on the product’s packaging, suggest that…
May 9
California Employees File Overtime Class Action against Chase

California Employees File Overtime Class Action against Chase

A class action lawsuit has been filed in U.S. Federal Court by two “Production Appraisers” in JPMorgan Chase’s commercial lending division. The suit is seeking millions of dollars in unpaid overtime wages based on the…

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Features opinions, editorials, and factual reporting in connection with injured victims, defective products, law, drug recall, and other related topics. By Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley PA.

http://www.searcylaw.com/blog

May 17
Wrigley to Halt Sale of Caffeine Gum

Wrigley to Halt Sale of Caffeine Gum

Wrigley, the gum company, will stop the production of chewing gum that includes a caffeine jolt until the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) figures out to how regulate caffeine-enhanced consumer items. The new gum was marketed as Alert…
May 7
Thin Line Between “Legal Drugs” and “Illegal Drugs” — Results Eerily Similar Sometime

Thin Line Between “Legal Drugs” and “Illegal Drugs” — Results Eerily Similar Sometime

They are called “legal” drugs, but for the thousands of fatalities that result from their use the comparison with illegal drugs is a distinction without a difference. The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…
Apr 29
As Hospital Complications Increase — So Do Profit

As Hospital Complications Increase — So Do Profit

In the United States most hospitals operate for profit so it’s a bit disturbing when a report says that complications actually work to increase the profits of a hospital. In other words, as complications increase, profits increase. Not…

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Toxic Tort Litigation Blog

Covers toxic tort litigation topics, including product liability, environmental litigation, contamination, pollution, toxicity, toxicology, diminution of property value, Value Assurance Plans, and medical monitoring. By Epstein Becker Green.

http://www.toxictortlitigationblog.com/

May 16
No FIFRA Preemption, No Problem!

No FIFRA Preemption, No Problem!

In Gresser v. Dow Chemical Co., Ind. Ct. App., No 79A02-1111-CT-1014, 4/30/13, the plaintiffs in this toxic tort case alleged that their children developed a variety of illnesses after a purported exposure to Dursban TC in their home…
May 3
Second Circuit Grapples with Medical Monitoring

Second Circuit Grapples with Medical Monitoring

On May 1, 2013, the Second Circuit issued an important decision in Caronia v. Philip Morris USA Inc., 2d Cir., No. 11-0316 (5/1/13). The Court provides an excellent summary of the law concerning medical monitoring claims in New York state and…
Apr 26
Comcast Corp. v. Behrend Decision Levels Class Action Playing Field

Comcast Corp. v. Behrend Decision Levels Class Action Playing Field

The Foley Hoag Product Liability Update is a good source of information concerning developments in product liability and related law for product manufacturers and sellers. Published quarterly, the Update is prepared under the aegis of…

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Mesothelioma Legal Information…

Mesothelioma Legal Information Center

Covers mesothelioma and asbestosis. From Deaton Shaw.

http://www.mesothelioma.net

Oct 24
Union Carbide Guilty of Cover-Up

Union Carbide Guilty of Cover-Up

As found on Mesothelioma TreatmentLos Angeles Court Finds Union Carbide Corp. Guilty of Cover-Up in Mesothelioma Case It is a case of cover-up and negligence, and Dow Chemical’s subsidiary, Union Carbide Corp., is being held responsible.…
Oct 10
Japan Earthquake Still Causing Asbestos Concern

Japan Earthquake Still Causing Asbestos Concern

As found on Mesothelioma TreatmentOn March 11, 2011, Japan was rattled by a massive earthquake that caused health concerns around the world. The magnitude of the quake caught Japan’s leaders off guard and prompted them to manage the most…
Sep 5
Libby Seeing Small Light at the End of a Long, Grueling, Asbestos-Filled Tunnel

Libby Seeing Small Light at the End of a Long, Grueling, Asbestos-Filled Tunnel

As found on Mesothelioma TreatmentIt is no secret that Libby, Montana is the site of the most riveting asbestos story in the country to date. The tiny town of approximately 3,000 people was blanketed in so much asbestos from a mine just…

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Food Poisoning Law Blog

Covers food safety issues. Published by Pritzker Rhuohonen and Associates.

http://foodpoisoning.pritzkerlaw.com/

Nov 29
McDonald's Salmonella Outbreak in Bloomington, Illinois, Linked to Sick Worker

McDonald's Salmonella Outbreak in Bloomington, Illinois, Linked to Sick Worker

The McDonalds on South Main Street in Bloomington, Illinois, has been associated with a certain type of Salmonella -- Salmonella Stanley -- in connection with an outbreak of illness in Central Illinois. People started to get sick in…
Nov 26
McDonald's location in Bloomington, IL, Temporarily Closes Over Salmonella Scare

McDonald's location in Bloomington, IL, Temporarily Closes Over Salmonella Scare

The McDonald's restaurant on South Main Street in Bloomington, Illinois, has a suspected connection to Salmonella illnesses and the restaurant was voluntarily closed out of an abundance of caution by the proprietor. The McLean County…
Nov 23
Wrongful Death Lawyers for Listeriosi

Wrongful Death Lawyers for Listeriosi

Four listeriosis patients died in the 2012 Whole Foods Listeria cheese outbreak and a woman sickened in the outbreak lost her baby during pregnancy. This devastating outbreak was traced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…

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Drug Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers adverse drug updates, preemption, and drug product liability litigation. By Pogust Braslow & Millrood.

http://www.druginjurylawyerblog.com/

May 7
JUDGE OKS CLAIMS OF STRICT LIABILITY AGAINST DRUGMAKER

JUDGE OKS CLAIMS OF STRICT LIABILITY AGAINST DRUGMAKER

A federal judge has opened a window for plaintiffs to make a claim for strict liability against prescription drugmakers on a manufacturing defect theory. Despite developing case law in the opposite direction, U.S. District Judge Malachy…
May 7
Liver Toxicity Risks with Samsca

Liver Toxicity Risks with Samsca

On April 30, 2013, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued their second alert to patients and health care providers concerning the drug tolvaptan (SAMSCA). The warning had two main points: Tolvaptan use should be limited to no more…
Mar 15
More Bad Press for Fresenius Medical

More Bad Press for Fresenius Medical

On March 14, 2013, Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA), announced that it has received yet another reprimand from the FDA, indicating that the agency found that the company failed to properly study artificial kidneys being used in…

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News Blog

Covers auto accidents, drug litigation, and medical malpractice. By Childers, Schlueter & Smith, LLC.

http://www.cssfirm.com/news-blog/

May 20
NuvaRing Faces Lawsuits for Faulty Birth Control Device

NuvaRing Faces Lawsuits for Faulty Birth Control Device

The dangerous prescription contraceptive device called NuvaRing has caused serious injuries to many women. Many lawsuits have [...]The post NuvaRing Faces Lawsuits for Faulty Birth Control Device appeared first on .
May 14
Mirena IUD May Have Problem

Mirena IUD May Have Problem

In today’s world, drug companies continue to develop new contraceptive devices and birth control pills as the [...]The post Mirena IUD May Have Problems appeared first on .
Apr 26
Update: Top 10 Things All Stryker Hip Implant Patients Need To Know

Update: Top 10 Things All Stryker Hip Implant Patients Need To Know

In our representation we find that our clients are hungry for information regarding the Stryker hip implant [...]The post Update: Top 10 Things All Stryker Hip Implant Patients Need To Know appeared first on .

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Food Liability Law Blog

Covers emerging legal threats to the food industry. Published by Kenneth Odza of Stoel Rives, LLP.

http://www.foodliabilitylaw.com/

Mar 27
A "Surprise" for Your Sweet Tooth: FDA Revisits Inedible Objects in Candy

A "Surprise" for Your Sweet Tooth: FDA Revisits Inedible Objects in Candy

Many of you may be familiar with the famous confection known as the Kinder Surprise or Kinder Egg, a toy-filled chocolate that is touted as the single largest children’s candy category in the world. The treat is manufactured by the…
Mar 25
Turn your Bar Bill Into a Federal Case

Turn your Bar Bill Into a Federal Case

A guy walks into a bar . . . No, seriously, a guy walks into a bar. He orders a couple of beers and a couple of drinks. His bill comes. He pays his bill. He leaves. Sounds like something that happens everyday, thousands of…
Mar 18
FDA Cracks Down on Company's Facebook "Likes"

FDA Cracks Down on Company's Facebook "Likes"

Social media has become a critical component of a company’s product marketing and promotion. However, based on FDA’s increased enforcement action around social media activity, it is a risk to be carefully considered. The Food and…

Rank this Week: 1075

Product Liability Law Blog

Covers defective product topics such as auto recalls, automotive product liability, defective seatbelt and restraint systems, electrical product defects, and toxic tort/environmental cases. By The Gilbert Law Group

http://www.productliabilitylawblog.com/

Dec 4
Tire Blowout Lawsuit Blames Bridgestone for Texas Rollover Crash

Tire Blowout Lawsuit Blames Bridgestone for Texas Rollover Crash

A mother and daughter are suing Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations for Texas auto products liability. The plaintiffs, Staci and Joanna Mathes, blame a faulty spare tire for the 2010 SUV rollover crash that they left them with serious…
Nov 30
Backyard Trampolines are Dangerous, Warn Pediatrician

Backyard Trampolines are Dangerous, Warn Pediatrician

In an updated statement recently issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics, the group is once again strongly discouraging the use of trampolines in homes and backyards. Dr. Michele LaBotz, who co-authored the "Trampoline Safety in…
Nov 27
Liquid Laundry Packets Can Cause Child Injuries, Poisoning, Warns CPSC

Liquid Laundry Packets Can Cause Child Injuries, Poisoning, Warns CPSC

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued an alert cautioning that single-load liquid laundry packets may be harmful to kids. The reason for this, said the CPSC, is that some of the chemicals contained in them are toxic. The federal…

Rank this Week: 1259

Massachusetts Drug Injury Lawyers…

Massachusetts Drug Injury Lawyers Blog

By Altman & Altman.

http://www.druginjurylawyersblog.com/

May 14
Generic Drug Manufacturer Ranbaxy Will Pay $500M To Settle in False Claims Act and Whistleblower Allegations Involving Medicaid/Medicare Fraud & Pharmaceutical Fraud

Generic Drug Manufacturer Ranbaxy Will Pay $500M To Settle in False Claims Act and Whistleblower Allegations Involving Medicaid/Medicare Fraud & Pharmaceutical Fraud

Ranbaxy USA Inc., the American subsidiary of Ranbaxy Laboratories Limited, an Indian generic pharmaceutical maker, has agreed to pay $500 million to settle fines related to claims that it made false statements to the FDA about its…
May 10
Russian Study Says Vaginal Mesh Implant Injury Risk is Higher for Younger Women, Hysterectomy Patient

Russian Study Says Vaginal Mesh Implant Injury Risk is Higher for Younger Women, Hysterectomy Patient

According to a new study by Russian scientists, younger women with less serious cases of pelvic organ prolapse and those who had hysterectomies appear to be more at risk of experiencing post-surgical complications after they are implanted…
Apr 29
Though rare, Stevens - Johnson Syndrome (SJS) can be a life altering and even fatal skin disease

Though rare, Stevens - Johnson Syndrome (SJS) can be a life altering and even fatal skin disease

Drug-Induced Stevens - Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is an immune-complex-mediated hypersensitivity disorder caused by an adverse allergic reaction to medications. While there may be several causes of general SJS, Drug-Induced SJS is caused by a…

Rank this Week: 1331

Randy Barnhart - Trial Lawyer

Covers defective autos, vans, trucks and tires, and insurance bad faith.

May 20
Obama Nominates Utah Judge for 10th Circuit

Obama Nominates Utah Judge for 10th Circuit

Yesterday, President Obama demonstrated his continued commitment to increasing the diversity of our federal judiciary, so that it better reflects the nation it serves. He nominated four distinguished women to serve on four different…
May 16
Colorado Exculpatory Agreement Valid - 10th Circuit Rule

Colorado Exculpatory Agreement Valid - 10th Circuit Rule

In Squires v Breckenridge {download}, decided May 7, the 10th Circuit found a "release" or exculpatory agreement valid under Colorado law. The court began its analysis as follows: “[a]greements attempting to exculpate a party from…
May 1
Colorado Celebrates Law Day

Colorado Celebrates Law Day

This week, people across the United States will observe Law Day. It is a time each year to celebrate the rule of law and the role the courts and legal system play in helping people peacefully resolve disputes in modern society. Here in…

Rank this Week: 1425

Abnormal Use: An Unreasonably…

Abnormal Use: An Unreasonably Dangerous Products Liability Blog

Covers federal and state products liability litigation. By Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A.

http://www.abnormaluse.com/

Nov 28
Colorado Court Conducts “Substantially Similar” Test in Carseat Case

Colorado Court Conducts “Substantially Similar” Test in Carseat Case

On June 10, 2005, a four-month-old child, identified only as “A.H.” was injured when the car in which he was riding was T-boned by another vehicle. A.H.
Nov 27
Abnormal Use Named By ABA Journal To Blawg 100

Abnormal Use Named By ABA Journal To Blawg 100

We here at Abnormal Use are pleased and honored to announce that our humble little blog has been once again named to the ABA Journal‘s Blawg 100, the “annual list of the best of the blawgosphere.” This is now the third year…
Nov 26
First Hot Coffee, Now Hot Tequila?

First Hot Coffee, Now Hot Tequila?

Nearly everyone knows of the infamous McDonald’s hot coffee lawsuit. For those of you who have followed the Abnormal Use law blog for a while, you know that we have covered the topic in great depth (a/k/a ad nauseam). Well, now,…

Rank this Week: 1437

Searcy Mass Tort

Covers medical device and pharmaceutical mass tort issues. By Searcy Denney.

http://www.searcymasstort.com/blog/

May 17
Cancer Drug Avastin Linked to Flesh-Eating Bacteria

Cancer Drug Avastin Linked to Flesh-Eating Bacteria

The controversial cancer treatment drug Avastin (bevacizumab) has one more warning attached to it – the drug has been associated with two deaths and 52 cases of flesh-eating disease. The drug’s maker, Hoffman-LaRoche Ltd.,…
May 7
Another Potentially Dangerous Florida Compounding Pharmacy Recall

Another Potentially Dangerous Florida Compounding Pharmacy Recall

A Florida compounding pharmacy will recall its sterile drug products because the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) fears they may be contaminated. The latest recall covers 91 batches of sterile product made at Balanced Solutions Compounding…
May 1
Is There a Link Between Crestor and diabetes?

Is There a Link Between Crestor and diabetes?

It has long been suspected that certain types of cholesterol-fighting statin drugs might present a risk for new-onset diabetes mellitus (DM) and that the risk might be dose dependent. Statins are used to prevent heart attacks and strokes by…

Rank this Week: 1449

Products Liability and Injury…

Products Liability and Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers Defective Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices, Products Liability, and Medical Malpractice. By Robinson Calcagnie Robinson Shapiro Davis, Inc.

http://www.productsliabilityinjurylawyer.com/

May 16
PRODUCTS LIABILITY—NEGLIGENT INFLICTION OF EMOTIONAL DISTRESS

PRODUCTS LIABILITY—NEGLIGENT INFLICTION OF EMOTIONAL DISTRESS

Fortman v. Förvaltningsbolaget Insulan AB, (Second District, January 10, 2013) 212 Cal.App.4th 830, 151 Cal.Rptr.3d 320, 13 Cal. Daily Op. Serv. 437, 2013 Daily Journal D.A.R. 441 A woman who suffered severe emotional distress when she…
May 9
PRIMARY ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK—IN-HOME CAREGIVERS

PRIMARY ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK—IN-HOME CAREGIVERS

Gregory v. Cott, (Second District, January 28, 2013) --- Cal.Rptr.3d ----, 13 Cal. Daily Op. Serv. 1027, 2013 Daily Journal D.A.R. 1217 An employee of a home care agency who was working as an in-home caregiver for an 85-year-old woman…
May 7
Issues of Product Safety: Facts of Medical Devices and Medication

Issues of Product Safety: Facts of Medical Devices and Medication

In the first entry of our Product Safety blog series, the legal team at Robinson Calcagnie Robinson Shapiro Davis, Inc. discussed general issues related to defective products. While any product may potentially be defective, drugs and medical…

Rank this Week: 1536

Ahead of the Fame

Covers civil rights, privacy, employee rights, consumer fraud, class actions, and products liability. By Rabeh M. A. Soofi.

http://lalawblog.net/

May 21
Tea Party Files Class Action Against IRS Asserting Discrimination

Tea Party Files Class Action Against IRS Asserting Discrimination

A California Tea Party group, NorCal Tea Party Patriots, has sued the IRS yesterday, in connection with the recently revealed news that the federal government was scrutinizing them disparately because of their political affiliations.…
May 14
JP Morgan Chase Sued for Illegal Lawsuits Against Consumer

JP Morgan Chase Sued for Illegal Lawsuits Against Consumer

The California Attorney General’s office has sued JP Morgan Chase Bank for abusive debt collection practices. Apparently, over the last few years, Chase flooded California courts with unpaid credit-card lawsuits by using illegal…
May 14
Skechers Paying $40 Million for “Toning” Shoe Claim

Skechers Paying $40 Million for “Toning” Shoe Claim

Skechers is going to be paying $40 million to settle a huge class action over its “toning” shoes, which advertised that the shoes would help people lose weight and tone leg/calf muscles. More than 520,000 claims could…

Rank this Week: 1604

Subrogation & Recovery Law Blog

By Cozen O'Connor.

http://www.subrogationrecoverylawblog.com

May 17
Recoverying an Insured's Deductible - Texa

Recoverying an Insured's Deductible - Texa

In a recent case out of the Seventh Court of Appeals of Texas, the court considered whether a waiver of subrogation provision waived an insurer’s claim for its insured’s uninsured losses or deductible. Am. Zurich Ins. Co. v.…
May 7
Ewing: Will My Construction Defect Claim Be Covered In Texa

Ewing: Will My Construction Defect Claim Be Covered In Texa

If you are a subrogation professional who handles construction defect claims in Texas, you may have heard references to the case of Ewing Construction Company v. Amerisure Insurance Company, 684 F.3d 512 (5th Cir. 2012). In Ewing, the…
Apr 18
Impact of Late Notice of Claim to Liability Carrier (New York)

Impact of Late Notice of Claim to Liability Carrier (New York)

A severe recent federal court decision in New York state emphasized the importance of having your subrogation counsel identify and notify the insurer for potentially responsible parties of subrogation claims as soon as possible. In 2008, the…

Rank this Week: 1632

The Legal Reader

Discusses product liability law and lawsuits.

http://legalreader.squarespace.com/

Feb 22
Triumph cruise plaintiffs not likely to be triumphant

Triumph cruise plaintiffs not likely to be triumphant

Cruise lines take advantage of favorable contract law to make sure their legal liability is limited. So don’t place any bets in favor of the plaintiffs: MIAMI - Lawsuits are already filed in this month's disastrous Triumph…
Feb 21
Class action lawsuit filed over ill-fated cruise

Class action lawsuit filed over ill-fated cruise

We all knew this was coming: A Florida maritime law firm has filed a class-action lawsuit on behalf of passengers aboard the ill-fated Carnival Triumph. The federal lawsuit, filed Monday in Florida, says that Carnival Corp. was negligent…
Feb 21
From Conservative Court to Activist Court in One Decision

From Conservative Court to Activist Court in One Decision

When is a conservative court not a conservative court? When it expands tort liability, apparently: Last month, in Wyeth v. Weeks, the Alabama Supreme Court adopted an aggressive new theory of tort liability that threatens to…

Rank this Week: 1628

Georgia Injury Law Blog

Providing information, resources, and commentary for injured people and their families. Published by the Robert Katz Law Firm

http://www.georgiainjurylawblog.com/

May 20
More Effort Needed to Reduce Georgia Bicycle Accidents and Fatalitie

More Effort Needed to Reduce Georgia Bicycle Accidents and Fatalitie

Bicyclists in the metro Atlanta region continue to remain at high risk for injuries and fatalities. New data released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration indicates that there were 14 “pedalcyclist” accident…
Apr 24
High-Risk of Car Accidents with Hands-Free Communication Too

High-Risk of Car Accidents with Hands-Free Communication Too

For some time now, supporters of hands-free texting and voice-activated texting technologies have insisted that these technologies help reduce the risk of accidents because they do not require the use of hands and fingers to type text…
Apr 8
Summer Means Increased Risk of Dog Bites Involving Georgia Children

Summer Means Increased Risk of Dog Bites Involving Georgia Children

Warm Georgia weather brings more children out to play in parks and playgrounds, as well as an increased number of dog owners walking their pets. Unfortunately, this combination always increases the number of dog bites involving…

Rank this Week: 1701

DePuy Hip Lawyer

Covers the DePuy hip recall and hip replacement surgery. By Ryan Bradley.

http://www.hip-claim-lawyer.com/

Nov 25
Johnson & Johnson SEC Filing Reveals Hundreds of DePuy Pinnacle Lawsuit

Johnson & Johnson SEC Filing Reveals Hundreds of DePuy Pinnacle Lawsuit

Johnson & Johnson is beleaguered with lawsuits about the metal on metal hip replacement products from its medical device subsidiary DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. In August 2010, Johnson & Johnson launched a massive recall of two of its DePuy ASR…
Nov 18
DePuy Hip Failures Wreak Havoc in Australia

DePuy Hip Failures Wreak Havoc in Australia

The DePuy hip replacement recall litigation continues to grow in the United States. More than 2,600 people have filed lawsuits in the American federal court system about the De Puy ASR hip replacements. Some analysts estimate that there are…
Nov 11
Settlement Forces Hip Implant Manufacturers to Cut Doctor Fee

Settlement Forces Hip Implant Manufacturers to Cut Doctor Fee

The medical community is alarmed at the financial relationship between the medical device industry and physician community. Financial payments made to doctors may influence how doctors choose medical devices for their ailing patients. Medical…

Rank this Week: 1683

Florida Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers corporate fraud, defective designs, accidents and product liability. By Searcy Law Firm.

http://www.searcylaw.com/blog

May 17
Wrigley to Halt Sale of Caffeine Gum

Wrigley to Halt Sale of Caffeine Gum

Wrigley, the gum company, will stop the production of chewing gum that includes a caffeine jolt until the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) figures out to how regulate caffeine-enhanced consumer items. The new gum was marketed as Alert…
May 7
Thin Line Between “Legal Drugs” and “Illegal Drugs” — Results Eerily Similar Sometime

Thin Line Between “Legal Drugs” and “Illegal Drugs” — Results Eerily Similar Sometime

They are called “legal” drugs, but for the thousands of fatalities that result from their use the comparison with illegal drugs is a distinction without a difference. The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…
Apr 29
As Hospital Complications Increase — So Do Profit

As Hospital Complications Increase — So Do Profit

In the United States most hospitals operate for profit so it’s a bit disturbing when a report says that complications actually work to increase the profits of a hospital. In other words, as complications increase, profits increase. Not…

Rank this Week: 1756

Drug Recall Lawyer Blog

Covers drug recall litigation news and updates. Published By Miller & Zois.

http://www.drugrecalllawyerblog.com/

Mar 11
Januvia, Byetta, and Pancreatic Cancer

Januvia, Byetta, and Pancreatic Cancer

Type-2 diabetes is the most prevalent form of diabetes in America. 25.8 million children and adults in the US are being treated for the condition. Each year almost 2 million more people are diagnosed. In 2012 alone, the treatment cost of…
Feb 19
First Actos Trial

First Actos Trial

Asia's biggest drugmarker, Takeda Pharmaceutical Co., is facing its first trial of lawsuits involving Actos. Alleged to have caused cancer in some patients, Actos was once the world's biggest-selling diabetes drug. Like many diabetes drugs…
Feb 8
Mirena IUD Lawsuits: Bayer is Fighting Class Action Effort

Mirena IUD Lawsuits: Bayer is Fighting Class Action Effort

Last month, a group of plaintiff's filed a motion requesting that all federal Mirena IUD lawsuits be consolidated into an MDL. The defendant, Bayer, is fighting this motion. The technical definition of an MDL is a "sort of a class action." …

Rank this Week: 1780

Jackson on Consumer Class Actions…

Jackson on Consumer Class Actions and Mass Torts Blawg

Covers consumer class actions and mass torts from a defense lawyer's perspective. By Russell Jackson.

http://www.consumerclassactionsmasstorts.com/

Oct 26
What Recent Decisions Can Tell Us About Drafting Class Action Settlement

What Recent Decisions Can Tell Us About Drafting Class Action Settlement

Yes, I admit that I took a far-too-extended break from this blog without getting your permission. I've missed you. In some other posts, I will report on what I did on my summer vacation. But I'm back, baby!
Apr 17
Muscle Milk's MTD Powers Through Most of Class Action Complaint

Muscle Milk's MTD Powers Through Most of Class Action Complaint

As I have noted repeatedly in prior posts, statements about the nutritional value or health effects of food and beverage products often serve as the basis for putative consumer fraud class actions. Increasingly, however, courts are taking a…
Mar 21
The Global Warming Blame Game: District Court Thwarts Comer's Second Coming

The Global Warming Blame Game: District Court Thwarts Comer's Second Coming

I've previously opined on this blog and elsewhere that global warming litigation -- at least cases in which individuals seek damages from companies that emit greenhouse gasses -- has no leg to stand on because causation is so attenuated and…

Rank this Week: 1751

Mass Torts: State of the Art

Covers the science, politics and economics of mass torts. By Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP.

http://www.masstortsstateoftheart.com

May 8
As We Were Saying

As We Were Saying

It certainly appeared by the 1960s that humanity was leaving the so-called second epidemiologic tranistion. Ancient pathogens were being defeated at every turn as science went from triumph to triumph. And thus a whole generation of…
May 1
A Duty To Mine Big Data

A Duty To Mine Big Data

We had another jury trial and thus were offline for a few weeks but it didn't take long to dig up something I hope you'll find of interest. I ran across it in a recent opinion by the district court in the In Re Fosamax Product…
Apr 4
"FELA is a very favorable statute for railroad employees"

"FELA is a very favorable statute for railroad employees"

In fact, it is so favorable that the post hoc ergo propter hoc fallacy is enough to carry the day. Consider Clements v. Norfolk Southern. Plaintiff, an employee of a railroad, either slipped off or fell off a tire. How he came to…

Rank this Week: 1804

Springer-Lyle News and Updates

Covers product defects and recalls. By Springer & Lyle, LLP.

http://springer-lyle.com/newsCMS/

May 9
Ammonium Nitrate, the cause for the blast in West

Ammonium Nitrate, the cause for the blast in West

The following article is taken from the Houston Chronicle regarding the devastation experienced from the massive explosion in the city of West between Waco and Hillsboro, Texas. Click here to read the article and view additional pictures from…
Feb 25
Amputee Faces Hospital Legal Fees After Seeking Losse

Amputee Faces Hospital Legal Fees After Seeking Losse

The following from the Texas Tribune, reports that a San Antonio woman is caught between the errors of medical staff and Texas legislation referred to as “tort reform” resulting in a punitive back-fire for seeking compensation for…
Feb 25
Questions Arise Regarding Handling of Defective Hip Replacement

Questions Arise Regarding Handling of Defective Hip Replacement

Over a year ago, Johnson & Johnson announced a new head of their orthopedics division claiming a fresh start after recalls of their hip replacement. New information surfaces about the new head of orthopedics, Andrew Ekdahl, who is tied to…

Rank this Week: 1957

Pennsylvania Workers Compensation…

Pennsylvania Workers Compensation Lawyers Blog

Covers Pennsylvania workers' compensation and product liability news. By Michael O'Connor & Associates, LLC.

http://www.pennsylvaniaworkerscompensationlawyersblog.com/

Apr 19
Friday is National Donate Life Blue and Green Day in Support of Organ and Tissue Donation

Friday is National Donate Life Blue and Green Day in Support of Organ and Tissue Donation

This Friday (April 19), remember to wear blue and green in honor of the second annual National Donate Life Blue and Green Day in support of organ and tissue donation and in celebration of National Donate Life Month. Donate Life America is a…
Apr 17
Staff of Michael J. O'Connor & Associates Take Part in First Ever Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5K

Staff of Michael J. O'Connor & Associates Take Part in First Ever Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5K

On Saturday, April 13, staff from Michael J. O'Connor & Associates laced up their running shoes to participate in the first ever Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5K run/walk in Pottsville. Sponsored by America's oldest brewery, Yuengling, the…
Apr 15
Thoughts and Prayers for Those at the Boston Marathon

Thoughts and Prayers for Those at the Boston Marathon

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those affects by today's tragic events at the Boston Marathon.

Rank this Week: 2002

North Carolina Product Liability…

North Carolina Product Liability Blog

Covers legal issues relating to child safety, crashworthiness, and product liability matters. Published by D. Harrison Wood, Attorney at Law.

http://www.ncproductlaw.com/

May 1
Nissan Issues Recalls on Altima

Nissan Issues Recalls on Altima

Nissan has issued a recall of about 123,000 Altimas. The recall affects 2013 models. Apparently, Nissan had a faulty gauge on on an air pump that was either under or over inflating the spare tire causing them to blow out. According to…
Apr 11
3.4 Million Cars Recalled

3.4 Million Cars Recalled

Toyota, Nissa, Honda and Mazda have issued a recall affected 3.4 Million vehicles. The recall revolves around possible faulty airbags that may cause a fire or inadvertently fire causing personal injuries to the occupants. The large…
Mar 22
Jury Finds Against Nissan

Jury Finds Against Nissan

A NJ jury found in favor of a man who was injured when a tire fell off a truck, hit the roof of his Nissan Altima and caused severe personal injury. The Plaintiff's attorneys argued and provided evidence that the design of the Altima was…

Rank this Week: 2063

Products Liability Prof Blog

By William Mitchell College of Law Professor J. David Prince, Professor Michael K. Steenson and Professor Kenneth Ross.

http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/products_liability/

Aug 16
About Products Liability Prof Blog

About Products Liability Prof Blog

If you are interested in serving as an editor of Products Liability Prof Blog for the Law Professor Blogs Network, please contact Paul Caron and Joe Hodnicki by email.
Jul 10
Taking stock of the last 20 years of product liability law

Taking stock of the last 20 years of product liability law

The popular Drug and Device Law blog posted a piece yesterday where they reviewed the developments in product liability law for the last few decades and graded them in relation to help to their corporate clients. It is a nice...
Jul 2
GM Product Liability Plaintiffs Better Off Than Secured Creditor

GM Product Liability Plaintiffs Better Off Than Secured Creditor

General Motors Corporation has agreed to assume responsibility for all future liability claims filed after the automaker emerges from bankruptcy, regardless of when the vehicle was made. GM had planned to include its product liability claims…

Rank this Week: 2050

South Carolina Products Liability…

South Carolina Products Liability Law Blog

Covers the latest trends in South Carolina products liability law. By Brian Comer.

http://scproductsliabilitylaw.blogspot.com/

Apr 16
DRI Products Liability Conference De-Brief

DRI Products Liability Conference De-Brief

I returned from the DRI Products Liability Conference on April 5th, and I am just now getting around to blogging about it. This was my fourth conference, and my (and I believe DRI's) first at Gaylord National Resort (picture to the…
Mar 29
New Captain of the Ship

New Captain of the Ship

I wanted to briefly depart from my usual discussion of products liability and speaking/writing/CLE engagements to congratulate my friend and partner, Mike Pitts, on becoming Collins & Lacy's new Managing Partner. Mike is in our…
Mar 28
New SC Products Liability Decision: Courtney v. Nissan Motor Co., Ltd

New SC Products Liability Decision: Courtney v. Nissan Motor Co., Ltd

Yesterday, the South Carolina Court of Appeals issued a new products liability decision, Courtney v. Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Opinion Number 5106. There were some real procedural issues in this case at the trial court level that…

Rank this Week: 2094

The New York Medical Malpractice…

The New York Medical Malpractice Law Blog

Provides an overview of New York medical malpractice and products liability involving medical devices. By Andrew J. Barovick.

http://www.thenewyorkmedicalmalpracticelawblog.com

Apr 23
For Some Automakers, Transparency Stops at the Windshield

For Some Automakers, Transparency Stops at the Windshield

As I write, it is a beautiful spring day in the greater NYC area. It is the kind of day that motivates you to get out on the road in your sporty convertible and take the top down. You know, let the breeze fly through your hair as the sun…
Mar 15
Silence Hurts: Hip Replacement Recall Rekindles Debate on Medical Ethic

Silence Hurts: Hip Replacement Recall Rekindles Debate on Medical Ethic

It’s a difficult time to be someone injured through medical malpractice or products liability. A recent article in The New York Times talked about how a number of doctors working for Johnson & Johnson on the DePuy hip replacement…
Jan 6
Guns Are Not Good For Children And Other Living Thing

Guns Are Not Good For Children And Other Living Thing

The New England Journal of Medicine recently responded to the mass shooting of elementary school children in Newtown, CT, by publishing an article entitled “Preventing Gun Deaths in Children.” Despite the sense of temporary…

Rank this Week: 2188

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