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Yamaha Rhino ATV Lawsuits

The Yamaha Rhino is a side by side four wheel all-terrain vehicle which has been found to be prone to rollover, even when it is operated safely at reasonable speeds. Users have suffered severe and life-threatening injuries when their arms and legs were crushed under the weight of the ATV.

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Avandia Lawsuits

Users of the diabetes drug Avandia face a potential increased risk of serious and potentially fatal injuries. Lawsuits are being investigated throughout the United States for users who suffered a heart attack, stroke, congestive heart failure, bone fractures or death.

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Zimmer Durom Cup Lawsuits

A number of surgeons in the United States have reported a higher than expected rate of failure and loosening of the Zimmer Durom Cup, often requiring revision surgery. In July 2008, Zimmer suspended sales of the Durom Acetabular Component (Durom Cup) until they can update the label with instructions about special surgical techniques that [...]

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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. The FDA has received hundreds of reports involving serious and sometimes fatal injuries linked to Chantix psychiatric side effects.

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Digitek Recall Lawsuits

On April 25, 2008, a nationwide Digitek Tablet Recall was issued for all lots of the heart medication. Manufacturing problems caused some tablets to contain twice as much of the active ingredient as is appropriate. This could result in digitalis toxicity in patients with impaired kidney function, which is a serious and potentially fatal illness.

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Featured Lawsuit #6

Shoulder Pain Pump Lawsuits

The use of intra-articular pumps, also known as pain pumps or pain balls, to deliver medication to the shoulder following arthroscopic shoulder surgery has been linked to the development of a painful and debilitating condition which causes the loss of cartilage in the shoulder. The condition, known as Postarthroscopic Glenohumeral Chondrolysis or PAGCL, has [...]

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Featured Lawsuit #7

Jalapeno Recall Due to Salmonella Saintpaul

A Texas company has issued a jalapeno recall after discovering that their jalapenos are contaminated with Salmonella Saintpaul. This is the same strain of bacteria that has been linked to a nationwide salmonella outbreak, which has sickened over 1,200 people.

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Featured Lawsuit #8

Stryker Trident Ceramic Hip Replacement Lawsuits

Trident ceramic hip replacement systems manufactured by Stryker Corporation, have been associated with a number of reports involving loosening of the parts and squeaking in the hip joint. These problems can reduce an individuals ability to participate in activities they otherwise would, cause severe pain, and may lead to the need for additional surgeries.

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Byetta Linked to Four More Pancreatitis Deaths

In a conference call late Monday, Eli Lilly & Co. and Amylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. indicated that they have notified the FDA about four more deaths from pancreatitis among users of their diabetes drug Byetta. These four cases are in addition to two other Byetta pancreatitis deaths the FDA referenced in a notice to healthcare providers issued last week. Continued

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Motion to Consolidate Total Body Formula Lawsuits to be Argued Next Month

Plaintiffs who have filed lawsuits alleging injuries from Total Body Formula and Total Body Mega Formula, have filed a motion seeking consolidation and centralization of all federal cases in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama. The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation will hear arguments on the petition next month at Harvard Law School. Continued

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FDA Informs Doctors about Reports of Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML)

The FDA has issued a notice to healthcare providers with information about two new reports of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), a rare brain disease, which have occurred among two patients in Europe who were receiving the multiple sclerosis drug Tysabri. Continued

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FDA Reviewing New MRI Contrast Agent as Alternative to Gadolinium

The FDA has granted a Fast Track Designation to a new type of MRI contrast agent, ferumoxytol, which could be a safer alternative to gadolinium-based contrast agents for individuals with chronic kidney problems. Continued

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Morgan Keegan Arbitration Award for Over 75% of Mutual Fund Losses

In what is believed to be the first Morgan Keegan arbitration award for losses associated with the crash of the subprime mortgage market last year, an individual investor will recover over 75% of his claimed mutual fund losses. Continued

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Extendicare Nursing Home Class Action Lawsuit Filed in Washington

On Friday, a nursing home class action lawsuit was filed against Extendicare Homes, Inc. and their nursing homes in the state of Washington, on behalf of all individuals who resided at one of the facilities between July 1, 2004 and July 1, 2008. The nursing home class action alleges that the facilities provided inferior care and violated the rights of residents. Continued

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Hot Pocket Recall: Pieces of Plastic in Pepperoni Pizza Hot Pockets

Nestle Prepared foods Company has issued a Hot Pocket recall for over 200,000 pounds of stuffed, frozen Hot Pocket Pepperoni Pizza sandwich products. This follows a similar Lean Pocket recall issued last month by Nestle for frozen Spinach Artichoke Chicken Pockets. Continued

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FDA Investigating Link between Vytorin and Cancer

The FDA released an early communication yesterday, about an investigation into the possible association between cancer and Vytorin, Zetia and Zocor. Continued

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Australian Alert Issued About Avandia Side Effects

About 40,000 Australians taking the diabetes drug Avandia have been told to urgently consult with the doctor about whether they should continue receiving the drugs. Continued