Vioxx® Recall And Injuries Lead To Thousands Of Patient Lawsuits Many people depend on pain relief drugs to ease inflammation and discomfort. For patients suffering from arthritis, the chronic pain can be unbearable, making everyday tasks impossible—and they depend on medications stronger than over-the-counter remedies. However, one pain reliever that was found to do more harm than good […]
Testosterone Lawsuits On The Rise Due To Strokes And Blood Clotting Risks Many men across the U.S. have been prescribed testosterone as a way of treating hypogonadism, also called low testosterone or “low-T.” Common symptoms of the hormone deficiency include fatigue, decreased libido, and infertility, leading many men to opt for androgen replacement therapy to correct these effects. […]
What Patients Need To Know About The Stryker Hip Device Recall There are many factors a patient must consider before undergoing hip replacement surgery. You should understand the risks, know how long your recovery will take, and what you should do if there are any complications. However, one thing patients should not have to worry about is suffering […]
Patients Injured By Zimmer Hip Devices Are Owed Compensation There are a number of defective medical devices that have caused serious injuries for patients nationwide. However, one company is under fire for creating several different hip replacement devices that place recipients at risk of debilitating side effects. Zimmer Holdings Inc. has a documented history of releasing flawed hip […]
Prilosec®, Nexium®, And Other Heartburn Drugs Cause Kidney And Heart Problems Many patients have sung the praises of prescription heartburn medications, especially those who are unable to eat or sleep without suffering painful acid reflux. In recent years, these drugs have grown to become among the most widely-prescribed medications in the world, netting the drug […]
Profemur Hip Device Lawsuits Help Victims Recover The Costs Of Revision Surgery A hip replacement is an extensive and invasive procedure, but many patients are promised that the benefits are worth the drawbacks. Unfortunately for patients who received the Wright Profemur hip system, their artificial hip took them off their feet and back to the […]
Zofran Linked To Cleft Palate, Heart Problems, And Other Birth Defects In Newborns Pregnant women may suffer severe morning sickness, making them unable to provide their developing babies with the nutrients they need. Many of these women have turned to anti-nausea medications to get through the first months of pregnancy, but one medication has come under fire for […]
Recovery For Patients Injured By Surgical Forced Air Warming Blankets Patients rely on medical devices to work properly, especially when they are in life-and-death situations. People who are under anesthesia are vulnerable to a world of dangers—including the very products that were designed to keep them safe. Forced Air Warming Blankets Have Caused Serious Injuries to Surgery Patients […]
Unsecured Cargo On Commercial Trucks Can Cause Serious Accidents Unsecured Cargo Can Do Serious Damage If cargo is not properly loaded on a commercial truck it can become loose, falling off a truck and causing an accident. Such accidents can result in considerable medical expenses and life-changing circumstances which can include temporary or permanent disabilities, making it difficult […]
Trucks Driving On Dangerous Roads & Highways Can Put Drivers At Risk Due to the long stopping distance needed for commercial trucks given their size, they are at a greater risk of being involved in an accident caused by dangerous roads and highways. Those injured due to a trucking accident on a dangerous road may be eligible for a personal […]
