Professor Commits Federal Grant Fraud
A University of Pittsburgh professor must repay over $130,000 to resolve allegations that he violated the False Claims Act by submitting false documents to the National Science Foundation (NSF) just to obtain federal grants to fund his research. About The False Claims Act In 1863 to combat fraud in Union contracts during the Civil War,
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Summer Skin Cancer Dangers Besides the Sun
Many people are aware of the dangers of summer skin cancer. People think that if they protect themselves with sunscreen while enjoying more outdoor activities like the beach or pool, then they will be safe. However, there are more dangers to developing skin cancer than just the sun. Certain medications like Viagra can make one
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Hidden Dangers of Cruise Line Statute of Limitations
In Florida like other states, there is a certain period of time to file a personal injury claim or case. These deadlines depend on the type of case, jurisdiction, plaintiff, and defendant. For cruise ship negligence cases, the ticket often dictates the statute of limitations. This is why after seeking medical attention for an injury
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Births in Military Hospitals More Prone to Injuries
Each year, military hospitals are the location for more than 50,000 births. However, those babies are twice as likely to be injured during delivery than other newborns nationwide. In fact, The New York Times uncovered internal documents depicting a system in which scrutiny is sporadic and avoidable errors are chronic. About Birth Injuries A birth defect
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Man Develops Mesothelioma from Lawn Fertilizer
A New Jersey man is seeking compensation after the man developed mesothelioma. The Wayne, New Jersey resident claimed his twice-yearly use of Scotts Turf Builder fertilizer from 1967 to 1980 caused him to have terminal cancer. The court asked Scotts to submit a sample of their fertilizer from that time period. About Mesothelioma Asbestos once filled countless U.S.
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The Michael Brady Lynch Firm Champions for Onglyza Cardiac Victims
The Michael Brady Lynch Firm’s Lead Trial Attorney and firm founder Michael Brady Lynch, Esq. with Managing Associate Attorney, Jaime E. Moss, Esq. along with associates from Peiffer Rosca Wolf Abdullah Carr & Kane took a stand for victims of Onglyza cardiac injuries by filing with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California
Read MorePassengers Vacation Aboard the Norwegian Sun in Construction Chaos
More than 2000 passengers aboard the luxury cruise the Norwegian Sun left for a two-week journey between Miami and Los Angeles via the Panama Canal in March 2018. However, after spending thousands of dollars the company informed passengers of upgrades occurring while onboard. Guests had no idea that their vacation was actually a construction zone. Defective
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FDA Issues Essure Sales Restriction
The FDA issued an order on April 9, 2018, restricting the sale and distribution of Essure, a permanent birth control solution, after years of receiving complaints about its side effects. Manufactured by Bayer, Essure will now only be sold to health-care facilities that provide full information about the device’s risks and benefits. About Essure Essure
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Report Says Fast-Tracked Drug Nuplazid Has Killed Nearly 700 People
CNN released a report examining an analysis of the Parkinson’s drug, Nuplzaid by the nonprofit Institute for Safe Medication Practices. The report said within one year after approval the FDA received 244 death reports, however now, that number seems to be close to 700. Nuplzaid manufacturer, Acadia believes that their drug’s purpose outweighs the side
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Exploding Vape Battery Lawsuits Growing
In 2017, plaintiffs filed over 120 lawsuits after being injured from exploding e-cigarette batteries. Out of those cases, eight people claim the device exploded in their mouth. Many expect the number of exploding vape battery lawsuits to continue to grow. About Vape Pens Vape pens are also known as e-cigarettes or e-cigs are an electronic nicotine delivery
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