Witness Tampering Allegations in Metal Hip Implant Bellwether Trial
On September 18, the fourth bellwether trial involving Depuy Pinnacle metal-on-metal hip implants began. It almost didn’t even begin, and now the case has more issues. Judge Kinkead, who is presiding over the trial, asked the FBI to investigate Plaintiff’s claims of witness tampering. Rocky Start The trial almost didn’t even occur. Defendants asked the
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Gout Medication Uloric Causes Heart-Related Deaths
The FDA just released a safety warning that the gout medication, Uloric (febuxostat) brings an increased risk of heart-related deaths and injuries. This comes after the FDA already flagged the medication in the July for unreported drug interactions. About Uloric Uloric, manufactured by Takeda Pharmaceuticals, is a once-daily oral medication that treats gout. High levels of
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Invokana Lawsuits Grow
In the past month, there have been almost 100 new cases filed in the U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey alone. These cases join the nearly 800 ones still pending there. These numbers are expecting to grow even more in the coming months as more people are injured from the Type 2 diabetes medication.
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Nexium Trial Moves Forward
There are hundreds of Proton Pump Inhibitors lawsuits which continue to move forward in the U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey. This is the location for claims involving Nexium, Prilosec, and Prevacid causing kidney failure and other life-threatening renal side effects. The pretrial proceeding has begun. About Nexium Nexium is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI).
Read MoreWhistleblowers Are the Best Method to Catch Fraud
Whistleblowers are the top method for identifying waste, fraud, and abuse in government and in the private sector, according to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners’ Global Fraud Study. The group estimates the government caught 40% of misspending due to tips from whistleblowers. This number is far larger than any other source of uncovering fraud. Global
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AAJ Honors Attorney Michael Brady Lynch for His Charitable Contributions
The American Association for Justice (AAJ) honored Attorney Michael Brady Lynch as a 2017 Trial Lawyers Care Finalist. Michael was honored for his commitment to charities not just in Florida but also around the globe. This is a highly selective award. The AAJ only gives it to an attorney who demonstrates a commitment to serving
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Appeal Filed to Overturn Xarelto Bellwether Losses
Earlier this year, there were multiple Xarelto bellwether trials. Unfortunately, a jury ruled in favor the defense. Now, two plaintiffs who lost the trials filed appeals, because they do not feel they received a fair trial. About Xarelto Approved by the FDA in 2011, Xarelto is used to reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis
Read MoreResearchers Link Nexium to Chronic Liver Disease
Researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have discovered evidence that stomach acid suppression from pump inhibitor (PPI) drugs like Nexium can lead to liver injury and progression of chronic liver disease. About Nexium Nexium is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI), which is taken to relieve the symptoms of gastroesophageal
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Bayer Stops Selling Essure Everywhere but in U.S.
Bayer, the manufacturer of Essure, will stop marketing and won’t be selling the permanent birth control device in all countries except for the United States. They insist it was just for lack of interest and low profits in other countries and not due to the tens of thousands of injuries women experienced while using the
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New Bills Pushes for More Whistleblower Protections
A new bill, S. 585, spearheaded by U.S. Representative Rod Blum will place more federal protections against the brave individuals who choose to expose illegal or unethical practices. It is an important step to ensure that the courageous people who speak out against fraud do not receive any persecution for their bravery. About the Bill
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