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Pradaxa Internal Bleeding Lawsuit

The new blood thinner Pradaxa has been linked to an increased risk of serious and potentially life-threatening bleeding, leading many to question its safety.  PRADAXA LAWSUIT STATUS: Users of Pradaxa who suffered severe internal bleeding, hemorrhages or other problems may be eligible to pursue a Pradaxa lawsuit. Lawyers are reviewing potential claims for individuals throughout [...]

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Tylenol / Acetaminophen Lawsuits

High doses of acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol and many other painkillers and cold medicines, has been linked to an increased risk of liver damage and liver failure. Consumers who have experienced problems from Tylenol or generic acetaminophen may be entitled to compensation as a result of the drug makers’ failure to adequately warn [...]

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Smith & Nephew Knee Replacement Lawsuits

Some Smith & Nephew knee replacement systems have been linked to a high number of failures and other problems that could lead to the need for revision surgery. 

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Zimmer NexGen Knee Replacement Lawsuits

Some Zimmer NexGen knee replacement systems have been linked to a high number of problems, including reports of pain, loosening of the implant and failure of the replacement knee leading to revision surgery. ZIMMER KNEE REPLACEMENT LAWSUIT STATUS: Potential claims are being reviewed by Zimmer NexGen knee lawyers for individuals who have experienced problems after [...]

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Vaginal Mesh / Bladder Sling Lawsuits

Thousands of women who had a vaginal mesh or bladder sling implanted to treat pelvic organ prolapse have experienced severe internal injuries, urinary problems and other complications as a result of problems with the medical devices, which may actually provide no real benefit over other methods of treating pelvic organ prolapse.

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Chantix Lawsuits

The anti-smoking drug Chantix has been linked to an increased risk of suicides, suicide attempts, aggressive and unusual behavior, as well as a possible risk of heart attacks and other heart problems.

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Zocor Lawsuits

High doses of the cholesterol drug Zocor, or generic simvastatin, have been linked to an increased risk of serious and potentially life threatening muscle problems. The FDA has warned that side effects of Zocor at 80 mg doses may increase the risk of muscle injury, myopathy or rhabdomyolysis. ZOCOR LAWSUIT STATUS: Potential product liability lawsuits [...]

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Actos Lawsuit

Side effects of the popular diabetes drug Actos may increase the risk of bladder cancer. Health regulators in some European countries have suspended sales of the drug and the FDA required new warnings about the potential risk of bladder cancer from Actos in June 2011. STATUS OF ACTOS BLADDER CANCER LAWSUITS: As a result of [...]

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Zoloft Birth Defect Lawsuits

Use of the SSRI antidepressant Zoloft during pregnancy has been linked to an increased risk of serious and potentially life-threatening health problems for babies, including a risk of heart defects, persistent pulmonary hypertension in newborns (PPHN), lung defects, abdominal defects, cranial defects and other malformations. ZOLOFT LAWSUIT STATUS: Lawyers are reviewing potential claims for children [...]

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Topamax Lawsuits

The epilepsy and migraine drug Topamax, which is also available as generic topiramate, has been associated with an increased risk of major birth defects. Research has found higher than expected rates of babies born with cleft lips, cleft palates, genital defects and other birth malformations when the drug is used during pregnancy.

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DePuy Hip Problems Contribute to $3B Charge for Johnson & Johnson

Problems with recalled DePuy hip replacements are beginning to cut heavily into Johnson and Johnson profits. Continued

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Defense Verdict in Levaquin Lawsuit Over Ruptured Achilles Tendons

The trial of a Levaquin lawsuit filed by a man who suffered two ruptured Achilles tendons after taking the popular antibiotic, has resulted in a defense verdict for Johnson & Johnson, despite the jury’s determination that the drug maker failed to adequately warn consumers and doctors of the risk of tendon damage from side effects of LevaquinContinued

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Settlement for Mesothelioma Cancer From Asbestos Results in $7.5M Payment

Six companies that used to manufacture and distribute cement pipes containing asbestos have agreed to pay a California construction worker $7.5 million to settle a mesothelioma cancer lawsuitContinued

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KYMCO Utility Task Vehicle Recall Follows Reports of Fires

Following several incidents of vehicles bursting into flames, nearly 1,900 KYMCO utility vehicles have been recalled.  Continued

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BJ’s Flashlight Recall: Overheating Risk

About 41,000 Superex SAFETO GO LED flashlight and battery sets sold at BJ’s have been recalled after reports that they may overheat and pose a risk for consumers.  Continued

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Vaginal Mesh Lawyers Set to Argue for Centralization of Lawsuits

A panel of federal judges is meeting today to hear testimony on whether all federal vaginal mesh and bladder sling lawsuits involving a number of different manufacturers should be centralized before one judge.  Continued

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Carbon Monoxide Lawsuit Filed Against Propane Heater Manufacturer

An Illinois woman has filed a product liability lawsuit against a propane tank manufacturer after carbon monoxide poisoning took her husband’s life and seriously injured her son.  Continued

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Asthma Drug Birth Defect Risk Seen When Used in Pregnancy: Study

A new study suggests a link between specific birth defects and asthma medication use during pregnancy, raising concerns about the safety of popular drugs like Advair and Symbicort among expectant mothers.  Continued

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Raptiva Recall Lawsuit Trial Over Fatal Infection Delayed

The first trial over claims that the recalled psoriasis drug Raptiva caused a fatal brain infection has been pushed back to June.  Continued

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NuvaRing Lawsuits Over Blood Clot Side Effects Continue to Mount

A Texas woman has filed a lawsuit against Organon and Merck, the makers of NuvaRing, after suffering a deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which was allegedly caused by use of the popular birth control ring. Continued