Legal

  • Date: Sep 04, 2015
  • Category: Legal

New Zofran Lawsuit Alleges Cardiac Defect Caused By Mothers Use of Zofran

A new lawsuit filed in the state of Alabama alleges that an infant boy suffers from a rare heart defect known as Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome because his mother took Zofran during her pregnancy to treat morning sickness. Continue reading

  • Date: Aug 28, 2015
  • Category: Legal

New Lawsuit Alleges Zofran Birth Defects Diagnosed In Illinois Child

A new lawsuit filed in Illinois alleges that the birth defect discovered in a young boy was secondary to the use of Zofran by his mother during her pregnancy. Continue reading

  • Date: Aug 21, 2015
  • Category: Legal

Legal-Bay Reports $1MM NYC Payout over Rikers Inmate Death in Guard Beating

Lawsuit Cash Advance Firm says that New York City’s recent agreement to pay $1.25MM to the inmate’s family is just another payout to add to a long list of recent prison injury settlements nationwide. Continue reading

  • Date: Jul 17, 2015
  • Category: Legal

As LiNA Medical Settles Morcellator Lawsuit, Tracey & Fox Looks To Other Claims

The nation’s first lawsuit to allege that a power morcellator spread undetected uterine cancer has been settled by LiNA Medical, the device’s manufacturer. Sean Tracey, Esq., of Tracey & Fox, discusses this breaking development. Continue reading

  • Date: Jul 17, 2015
  • Category: Legal

As LiNA Medical Settles Morcellator Lawsuit, Tracey & Fox Looks To Other Claims

The nation’s first lawsuit to allege that a power morcellator spread undetected uterine cancer has been settled by LiNA Medical, the device’s manufacturer. Sean Tracey, Esq., of Tracey & Fox, discusses this breaking development. Continue reading

  • Date: Jul 01, 2015
  • Category: Legal

ZofranLegal.com Reports A New Zofran Lawsuit: Massachussetts Mother Alleges Drug Caused Heart Defects

On February 16, 2015, a Boston mother filed the first birth defect lawsuit against GlaxoSmithKline, initiating a litigation that has since grown to at least ten individual claims. Families accuse the pharmaceutical giant of concealing evidence that its anti-nausea drug Zofran increases the risk of major birth defects, while unlawfully promoting the drug for use during pregnancy. Continue reading

  • Date: Jun 23, 2015
  • Category: Legal

Lawsuit Help Center Reports $100MM Verdict against Boston Scientific

Lawsuitsettlementnews.com reports that the $100 million verdict for a Delaware woman against Boston Scientific Corporation was the first verdict against the company since they agreed to pay $119 million to resolve approximately 3,000 cases over their transvaginal mesh devices. Continue reading

  • Date: Jun 17, 2015
  • Category: Legal

Philadelphia Women File New Lawsuits Alleging Olympus Morcellator Spread Cancer

In Philadelphia, two new lawsuits have been filed alleging connection between power morcllators and the spread of uterine cancer. Continue reading

  • Date: Jun 12, 2015
  • Category: Legal

Thousands of Lawsuits Expected from Testosterone-Heart Attack and Stroke Victims

In 2014, two separate studies suggested that men using AndroGel and other testosterone replacement therapies for the treatment of age-related Low-T are at an increased risk of suffering an adverse cardiovascular event. Now, more than 1,300 men who were treated for Low-T have filed lawsuits against the drug manufacturers in order to obtain compensation for heart attacks, strokes and other cardiovascular injuries experienced while using prescription testosterone treatments. According to the Drug Safety Lawyers, these lawsuits are the tip of the iceberg. Tens of thousands additional lawsuits will be filed. Continue reading

  • Date: May 14, 2015
  • Category: Legal

Lawsuit Help Center Announces Full Dedication to Assisting Xarelto Victims

Lawsuitsettlementnews.com reports that two new court documents were issued in two courts, indicating that Xarelto lawsuit filings are growing against Bayer and Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen Pharmaceutical Division. Continue reading

  • Date: Apr 13, 2015
  • Category: Legal

Injury Attorney Brian D. Guralnick Discusses Boating Accident Facts

Brian D. Guralnick and his team at the Injury Law Offices of Brian D. Guralnick in West Palm Beach offer personal injury litigation services. He now shares useful information regarding boating accidents in Florida. Continue reading

  • Date: Apr 13, 2015
  • Category: Legal

Zofran Lawsuits Seek Damages For Twelve Birth Defects

GlaxoSmithKline’s Zofran, which is FDA approved to treat severe nausea and vomiting only in cancer patients and those undergoing surgical anesthesia, has also become a leading treatment for morning sickness, despite the fact that its effects during pregnancy have never been adequately studied. Four lawsuits have now been filed, claiming that Zofran has the potential to cause birth defects and that GlaxoSmithKline was aware of the drug’s potential dangers but marketed it to pregnant women’s physicians anyway. In total, plaintiffs allege that GlaxoSmithKline’s medication caused twelve separate birth defects. Continue reading

  • Date: Apr 08, 2015
  • Category: Legal

Local Houston Trial Attorney Presents At Medical Ethics Conference In Rome

Texas trial attorney Sean Tracey recently delivered an informative lecture in Rome, Italy on the ethical issues that he sees in today’s pharmaceutical industry through his experience in medical malpractice and dangerous drug litigation. Topics included the marketing, efficacy and dangers of many of today’s prescription antidepressant drugs. Continue reading

  • Date: Mar 17, 2015
  • Category: Legal

Monheit Law Releases A 12 Point Guide To Zofran Birth Defect Lawsuits

In order to better inform the public, a national coalition of distinguished plaintiffs’ attorneys has released a comprehensive guide on litigation surrounding GlaxoSmithKline’s popular anti-nausea drug Zofran. Recent studies have begun to establish a link between Zofran’s active ingredient, Ondansetron, and severe birth defects including cleft palate and congenital heart defects. Now, recently-filed lawsuits (filed under case numbers 1:15-cv-10429 and 2:15-cv-00709PD) claim that GlaxoSmithKline was aware of Zofran’s risks, but unlawfully marketed the drug to obstetricians and gynecologists as a safe treatment for morning sickness. Continue reading

  • Date: Feb 02, 2015
  • Category: Legal

Heavens Law Files Federal Suit On Behalf of Construction Worker

Chris Heavens of Heavens Law Firm has filed a federal lawsuit on behalf of a victim who claims that a contractor’s lack of proper warning signs were responsible for a car accident that caused severe injuries. Continue reading

  • Date: Jan 30, 2015
  • Category: Legal

Norton Law Corporation Introduces Flat Fee Trademark Registration Services

Norton Law Corporation is a southern California-based law practice specializing in trademark and copyright Law. The firm now offers flat fee trademark registration services. Continue reading

  • Date: Dec 15, 2014
  • Category: Legal

Former IRS Tax Attorneys at Gregory Law Group Opens Houston Office (Appt. Only)

Gregory Law Group, PLLC (http://gregorytaxlaw.com), a boutique tax law firm, announced its new Houston Office (by appointment only). Gregory Law Group, PLLC was founded by Deborah and Garrett Gregory, two former IRS attorneys with over 24 years of combined IRS experience. Continue reading

  • Date: Nov 21, 2014
  • Category: Legal

Court Martial Defense Lawyer Published in American Bar Association Book

Court martial defense lawyer co-authors chapter in American Bar Association book, “The State of Criminal Justice 2014.” As one of the cornerstones of the Criminal Justice Section’s work, this publication serves as an invaluable resource for policy-makers, academics, and students of the criminal justice system. Continue reading

  • Date: Oct 14, 2014
  • Category: Legal

Financial Responsibilities During Divorce; Family Law Attorney Susan Kherkher

Houston Divorce and Family Law Attorney Susan Compton Kherkher addresses the issues of financial responsibilities during the divorce process and provides guidelines for success without the stress. With a 50 % divorce rate in the U.S., education and preparation are critical in order achieve the best possible outcome. Continue reading

  • Date: Oct 10, 2014
  • Category: Legal

Illinois Makes Radical Change in Alimony Law

The governor of Illinois has signed a new law which will be effective Jan 1, 2015. Whether the law favors the payee or payee depends on the circumstances of the case. The Law Firm of Kulerski and Cornelison in Oak Brook IL is ready to help their clients figure out all the nuances of this new radical law. Continue reading

  • Date: Sep 30, 2014
  • Category: Legal

Abrahams Law Announces New Office in Rockville Maryland to Better Serve Clients with Tax Law, Business, and Estate Planning Needs

The Abrahams Law Firm announced the opening of their new office in Rockville, MD to better serve clients in the areas of tax law, business law, and estate planning needs. Continue reading

  • Date: Sep 25, 2014
  • Category: Legal

Attorneys David Daggett and Griff Shuler Author Book on North Carolina Injury Law

Get answers to questions regarding accident and injury law. Find out what steps individuals should take to protect themselves and their families. Continue reading

  • Date: Sep 16, 2014
  • Category: Legal

How To Get Court Orders Enforced: Family Law Attorney Susan Kherkher Responds

Houston Family Law Attorney Susan Compton Kherkher provides assistance to her clients through the process of Enforcement of existing Court Orders. Child support payment enforcement is one of the common necessities. Continue reading

  • Date: Sep 10, 2014
  • Category: Legal

Specialized Resource Group Discusses Signs of Marital Infidelity

Specialized Resource Group is a Los Angeles private investigation firm that offers help with both investigations and personal security. SRG offers help for spouses who may be wondering if their partners are unfaithful with a series of signs of marital infidelity. Continue reading

  • Date: Sep 10, 2014
  • Category: Legal

The Law Offices of James LeBloch Announces Rules for Those Facing IRS Litigation

James LeBloch is a tax and business attorney in Orange County with more than 27 years of experience in handling all types of litigation related to the IRS and state taxation agencies. Mr. LeBloch offers advice to those who may be facing potential litigation from the IRS or any other taxation agency. Continue reading

  • Date: Aug 07, 2014
  • Category: Legal

Dallas Tax Attorney Deborah Gregory Welcomes Husband to Create Gregory Law Group

In March of 2014, Former IRS Attorney Garrett Gregory left the IRS’ Office of Chief Counsel to join his wife in private practice to create Gregory Law Group, PLLC (http://gregorytaxlaw.com). The firm was formerly called The Law Office of Deborah Gregory, PLLC. Continue reading

  • Date: May 23, 2014
  • Category: Legal

Lewyn Scott Garrett Appointed New Chief Judge To Baltimore City Orphans Court

Governor Appoints Lewyn Scott Garrett New Chief Judge To The Orphans’ Court For Baltimore City. Garrett previously served as an Associate Judge with the Orphans’ Court for the past 18 years. Continue reading

  • Date: Apr 16, 2014
  • Category: Legal

San Diego Personal Injury Attorney Robert J. Reynolds Launches New Website

Website to reach internet audience looking for answers regarding personal injury. Continue reading

  • Date: Apr 01, 2014
  • Category: Legal

NJ Divorce Lawyers Win Precedent Setting Appeal, Decision Gets Rare Approval

Goldstein Bachman and Newman has just announced that an appellate court of New Jersey has just deliberated in favor of their client, reversing an earlier ruling by Judge Fisher, P.J.A.D. The original decision had stated that the defendant and plaintiff would have to settle their dispute within Brighton, Ontario, Canada. New Jersey will continue to be the exclusive jurisdiction for parenting-time disputes. Continue reading

  • Date: Feb 20, 2014
  • Category: Legal

Baltimore City Orphans’ Court Judge Lewyn Scott Garrett Appears on CBS

Baltimore City Orphans’ Court Associate Judge Lewyn Scott Garrett Appeared on WJZ-TV’s “On Time” along with Chief Judge Joyce M. Baylor-Thompson. Continue reading