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FDA Issues New Information on Fosamax and other Bisphosphonates

Lawyers and Settlements :: Emerging Legal News — Fri, 18 May 2012 17:30:00 +0000

Washington, DC: Despite having won the majority of Fosamax lawsuits that have so far made their way to trial, the maker of Fosamax might be concerned about a recent FDA analysis concerning Fosamax side effects and the side effects of other drugs in the bisphosphonate class. In fact, the analysis, brought about by concerns about links between Fosamax and femur fractures and other side effects, suggested that long-term use of bisphosphonates may not be beneficial

Same Sex Marriage Recognized By Maryland High Court

Maryland Injury Lawyer Blog — Fri, 18 May 2012 16:33:38 +0000

This blog post is an exception to the usual "personal injury related only" rule on this blog. The Maryland Court of Appeals (Maryland's "supreme court") ruled unanimously today that Maryland must recognize as married same-sex couples who legally wed in other states.

A married same sex couple from California sought a divorce here in Maryland. Prince George's County Judge A. Michael Chapdelaine denied the divorce petition because the marriage was “not valid” and “contrary to the public policy of Maryland.”

Is There a New Indication for Actos in the Works?

Lawyers and Settlements :: Emerging Legal News — Fri, 18 May 2012 15:00:00 +0000

Washington, DC: As litigation surrounding Actos bladder cancer continues to heat up, Actos manufacturer Takeda Pharmaceuticals is facing another challenge—the expiry, in a little over three months, of patent protection for Actos. When that happens, various generics by other manufacturers of pioglitazone (Actos) will flood the market with cheaper alternatives to Actos.

NuvaRing Attorney: "We Allege Contraceptive Makers Did Not Warn About Risks"

Lawyers and Settlements :: Emerging Legal News — Thu, 17 May 2012 22:30:00 +0000

Dallas, TX: Women who suffered NuvaRing side effects may be eligible to join a NuvaRing lawsuit, alleging the makers of the contraceptive did not adequately warn about the NuvaRing dangers. Such dangers reportedly include an increased risk of stroke and venous thromboembolism. Dr. Shezad Malik, founder of the Dr. Shezad Malik law firm, says lawsuits are still in the early stages, so it is not too late for women—or the families of women who died after using the birth control to file their own lawsuits.

Law Suit Filed: Tetley Tea Faces Consumer Fraud Class Action Lawsuit over Advertising Health Claims

Lawyers and Settlements :: Latest Cases & Settlements — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:29:30 +0000

Tetley Tea Faces Consumer Fraud Class Action Lawsuit over Advertising Health Claims

Potential Lawsuit: Azithromycin Linked to Increased Risk for Sudden Death in Heart Patients

Lawyers and Settlements :: Latest Cases & Settlements — Thu, 17 May 2012 20:27:02 +0000

Azithromycin Linked to Increased Risk for Sudden Death in Heart Patients

Potential Lawsuit: J2 Global Receives 487 Service Complaints

Lawyers and Settlements :: Latest Cases & Settlements — Thu, 17 May 2012 17:57:19 +0000

J2 Global Receives 487 Service Complaints

Study Suggests SSRI Publication Bias

Lawyers and Settlements :: Emerging Legal News — Thu, 17 May 2012 17:30:00 +0000

San Diego, CA: A recent study, suggesting that SSRI medications may not be effective in treating behaviors associated with autism, may add to the confusion about using SSRI medications while pregnant. Women who are concerned about Paxil side effects and the risk of Paxil birth defects when infants are exposed to SSRIs before birth may have more reason for concern about Paxil heart defects with the publication of the study

Yasmin Lawsuit Settlement Update

Lawyers and Settlements :: Emerging Legal News — Thu, 17 May 2012 15:00:00 +0000

Richmond, VA: Although Bayer is currently settling thousands of Yasmin lawsuits, Yaz and Yasmin attorneys say it isn't too late to file a Yasmin claim. As of April 26, the drug company says it has settled 651 cases and thousands more are pending

Potential Lawsuit: Reusable Shopping Bags Contaminated with Deadly Bacteria

Lawyers and Settlements :: Latest Cases & Settlements — Wed, 16 May 2012 17:55:23 +0000

Reusable Shopping Bags Contaminated with Deadly Bacteria