Elmiron Vision Loss and Blindness Lawsuit
Multiple studies say that long-term use of Elmiron, a painful bladder medication, can cause maculopathy, an eye disorder that can lead to blindness. Yet, the manufacturer until recently never warned consumers. Therefore, people took the medication for years while slowly losing vision. About Elmiron Elmiron is the brand name for Pentosan, which is sodium
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Studies have linked the popular interstitial cystitis drug, Elmiron to a progressive eye diseases such as retinal Maculopathy, retinal pigmentary endothelium injury (RPE) or age-related macular degeneration. However, there is currently not a warning label on the medication notifying users of these possible injuries. About Elmiron Elmiron is the brand name for Pentosan, which is
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Salmonella Beef Recall Tops 12 Million
For the third time since October, JBS Tolleson Inc. is expanding its beef recall. This brings the total salmonella beef recall to more than 12 million pounds. This outbreak has sickened almost 250 people since August. About Salmonella Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) is a common bacterial disease that affects the intestinal tract. The bacteria usually live in animal
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U.S. Issues Travel Warning to Bahamas
The United States Department of State Bureau of Diplomatic Security issued a warning to U.S. tourists about the danger of sexual assault in Nassau, Bahamas. This is not the first time the department has warned tourists about the dangers in the exotic location. In fact, this is the fourth warning this year alone. Sexual Assaults
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Name Brand Companies Now Responsible for Generic Side Effects
In a monumental win for consumers injured by defective medications, the California Supreme Court will now allow generic medication victims the right to hold the name-brand companies liable for their injuries. In a 73-page ruling, the court ruled that the name brand drug maker Novartis is accountable for negligent misrepresentation and failure to warn of the
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The Michael Brady Lynch Firm Appoints New Managing Associate Attorney
The Michael Brady Lynch Firm is proud to announce that Jaime E. Moss, Esq. has joined the firm as Managing Associate. Jaime brings a wealth of experience when it comes to mass tort pharmaceutical litigation, which she will use as the new manager of the Hermosa Beach, California office. “We are pleased to have Jaime’s
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DePuy to Pay $247M for Hip Implant Defects
In Dallas, a federal jury ordered Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiary, DePuy to pay $247 million to six plaintiffs injured by their defective hip implant. This is the fourth bellwether trial, and there are almost 10,000 cases still pending. Latest DePuy Hip Implant Verdict This is the third straight win for plaintiffs. This case
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New IVC Filter Study Shows Low Retrieval Rates
Doctors use IVC filters to help prevent pulmonary embolism, however, they are exposing patients to more harm than PE. In a study by Dr. Kush Desai, standard retrieval techniques were twice as likely to fail when an IVC filter was implanted over 7 months prior. IVC Filter Risks IVC Filters use metal wires to capture
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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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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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