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SSRI Birth Defects - Ignorance Is Bliss - Really?

Posted on May 27, 2009
Overbrook, KA: Suzy (not her real name pending legal action) was taking SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) antidepressants, namely Paxil and Lexapro, on and off during both of her pregnancies. She now has 2 sons, both with heart defects that may be SSRI birth defects.

Reglan Patient Suffers from Facial Twitching

Posted on May 27, 2009
Murrieta, CA Sophia H. says that she was on Reglan medication for much longer than she should have been, which may have caused her to suffer Reglan side effects. Although Sophia (not her real name) has not been diagnosed with Reglan Tardive Dyskinesia, there is a chance that she has developed the condition, which is marked by involuntary movement.

When is Wrongful Termination a Violation of the California Labor Law?

Posted on May 27, 2009
San Francisco, CA: Dana worked at Longs Drug Stores for 23 years, from managing to bookkeeping. "I really liked my job-it was challenging and I liked putting a grumpy customer in a good mood," she says. But Longs was bought out by a large corporation that seemingly didn't much care about their employees: Dana says she was wrongfully terminated and believes the new company violated the California Labor Law.

Why Gadolinium is Dangerous--and Subsequent Lawsuits

Posted on May 26, 2009
Washington, DC: Gadolinium is a rare earth element that is used in microwave applications; color TV tubes, synthetic gemstones, compact discs and computer memory are also manufactured using gadolinium. Nuclear marine propulsion systems use it as a burnable poison and it is even used to create emergency shut-down systems in some nuclear reactors...

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Two Texas Men Die in Ultralight Plane Crash

Posted on May 26, 2009
Kerrville, TX: As the ultralight plane industry becomes more and more popular, it was reported yesterday that two men from Texas died when the ultralight craft in which they were riding experienced problems in mid-air and crashed yesterday. The light plane crash happened about 10 miles south of Fredericksburg, just off State Highway 16 in Texas.

Stress Testing the MOTHERS Act

Posted on May 26, 2009
Washington, DC: It seems these days that everything is a test. Yes, the powers that be have decided that taxpayer benevolence now is contingent upon passing a stress test. But much to the dismay of those being tested, the results may reveal, for example, that the nation's financial wizards and auto giants are actually bankrupt midgets and unworthy of America's support.

Firm Turns the Tables on Debt Collectors

Posted on May 26, 2009
Albany, NY: Strict rules protect people who fall into debt from bill collection agencies that use unscrupulous tactics. Unfortunately, there are also armies of debt collectors that routinely break the law. Attorney Chris Gleason, who specializes in bankruptcy and debt repayment issues, says the bad economy has led to some egregious examples of bill collectors zealously breaking the rules of engagement...

Keeping Track of Out-of-Network Services

Posted on May 26, 2009
Louisville, KY: It can be daunting enough trying to keep track of which doctor's visits might lead to out of network overcharges but the truth is that it is important to be in the know, so that you do not get stuck with unexpected out of network fees...

"I'm Scared to Death of the Fentanyl Patch"

Posted on May 26, 2009
Trail, BC: Tony was a commercial diver for 25 years until a year ago when he was diagnosed with bone necrosis (dysbaric osteonecrosis), a painful disease that is well known as a long term consequence of diving. To help manage the pain, his doctor first prescribed morphine then he started wearing the fentanyl patch...

Lawsuit Filed Regarding Hydroxycut Supplements

Posted on May 25, 2009
Columbus, OH: A class action lawsuit has been filed against the maker of Hydroxycut supplements following the Hydroxycut recall. The lawsuit alleges that the dietary supplements are linked to Hydroxycut liver damage. Meanwhile, as the news about the Hydroxycut side effects spreads, more people report that they believe they were affected by the supplements.

Avandia Heart Attack Risk, Questions Remain

Posted on May 25, 2009
Washington, DC: Today is a milestone for GlaxoSmithKline's Avandia. According to various sources it was May 25, 1999 that Avandia received regulatory approval for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes. However, much has happened in the ten years since Avandia first surfaced with so much promise: various studies and other analyses pointing to Avandia heart attack and various other Avandia side effects.

Class Action Alleging Securities Fraud Will Proceed Against MoneyGram

Posted on May 25, 2009
Minneapolis, MN: A securities fraud class action will proceed against MoneyGram International alleging stock fraud, even though the plaintiffs failed to assert a primary violation. A US District Court Judge ruled that even though the complaint did not adequately claim violations against MoneyGram, there was sufficient cause to pursue allegations of irregularities in stocks and securities.

More E. Coli Outbreaks-What Can We Do About it?

Posted on May 25, 2009
Washington, DC: As we enter the summer months, we will start to see an increase in E. coli outbreaks and more cases of foodborne illness. Most of those cases will be related to the consumption of contaminated hamburger. The first outbreak, which is currently ongoing on Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Illinois, has already claimed the life of a 7-year-old and sickened many others...

Overtime Pay: Make Sure You Are Compensated For Your Work

Posted on May 24, 2009
Syracuse, NY: It is a set of laws that many people know exist but few people fully understand. Among other things, the Fair Labor Standards Act sets out overtime laws such as overtime pay and exemption. When these overtime rules are not followed, employees are not paid what they are entitled to...

Motorcycle Accident Death: The Nails in the Coffin Were Painted

Posted on May 23, 2009
Lake Zurich, IL: There's something about the increased openness of the open road that entices the motorcycle rider: it's just you and a minimalistic expanse of metal and rubber just below you. Yes, you are more vulnerable-so you take precautions and ride responsibly...

Obsolete Emergency Response Drives Mercedes Owners to Court

Posted on May 23, 2009
New York, NY: The word Mercedes kind of screams out at you - exclusive, prestigious and quality are words that quickly come to mind. However, you can also add lawsuit and consumer fraud as words now connected with the quintessential luxury automobile company...

JAMA Urges Black Box Warning for Flomax

Posted on May 23, 2009
Toronto, ON: The TV images depict middle-aged men and seniors enjoying their golf games and other outdoor pursuits without the pain or discomfort of urinary problems-often the bane of older men with enlarged prostates. However with Flomax (tamsulosin hydrochloride) there is more than meets the eye…literally...

Heparin Deaths Bring Blood Thinner to Spotlight Again

Posted on May 22, 2009
Lewes, DE: Patients still reeling from the news of last year's heparin contamination are likely worrying and wondering if there is even more bad news about heparin, following the deaths of 2 people in the last 2 weeks. Although the mode of delivery for heparin in these 2 cases was different from that used in the contamination scare-no heparin injection via heparin syringes in the most recent cases-the deaths have put heparin in the news yet again.

Home 'Stink' Home with Defective Chinese Drywall

Posted on May 22, 2009
Parkland, FL: Months after toxic Chinese drywall began making people sick and chasing them from their homes, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has gotten into the act and has actively tested two homes containing defective Chinese drywall for Chinese drywall damage.

Attorney Has 'Watertight Case' Against Window Manufacturer

Posted on May 22, 2009
San Diego, CA: Attorney Stuart Eppsteiner is pretty sure he has a slam dunk multi-million dollar class action lawsuit that could benefit thousands of homeowners with leaky aluminum windows in California. Viking Industries, a subsidiary of Pella Windows, has already admitted in the depositions that the windows leak, but it's the debate over the how many windows leak and the strength of the warranty that will bring Attorney Eppsteiner and Viking to court next March for the final showdown.

Investors Get Settlement In Stock Broker Arbitration Claim

Posted on May 22, 2009
Kansas City, MO: Most investors do not have a choice as to whether or not they go through stock broker arbitration to settle claims of stock broker fraud and other unethical dealings. The truth is that people involved in stock investing rely on their brokers for sound financial advice...

E. Coli Outbreak Claims the Life of a Young Girl

Posted on May 22, 2009
Coal Valley,, IL: The Cleveland Health Department has reported that a 7-year-old Cleveland girl died Sunday from an E. coli infection. Health officials say the death could be linked to a massive ground beef recall issued Thursday from Valley Meats LLC of Coal Valley, Ill.

Donning and Doffing at Heart of Overtime Pay Lawsuit

Posted on May 22, 2009
Denver, CO: It can be a complex, contentious issue: determining who receives overtime pay and who is exempt from such pay based on overtime laws. However, also at issue is what constitutes "work" as it applies to overtime rules. Should a person who is required to put on uniform prior to a shift be paid overtime for dressing? According to at least 1 court, which faced that question as it related to a lawsuit, the answer is yes.

American Express Blue Cash-Hey Big Spender…

Posted on May 22, 2009
New York, NY: A lot of consumers are confused about their American Express Blue Cash credit card cash-back ratio. Amex advertises "up to 5 percent cash back" but AMEX leaves the details to the fine print.

Reglan Side Effects "Embarrassing"

Posted on May 21, 2009
Pasadena, TX: Anyone who has suffered reported Reglan side effects can tell you that those side effects can be debilitating. A link has reportedly been found between Reglan and tardive dyskinesia, which causes involuntarily movement of the patient's muscles, including the jaw, face and tongue...

Famed Boston Attorney Starts New Civil Action

Posted on May 21, 2009
Boston, MA: Attorney Jan Schlichtmann has a way of hitting hot buttons: His latest class action suit filed on behalf of 3 drivers who claim they have been paying an unfair toll road tax could set the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority back $300 million...

Injured Driver Alleges Wrongful Termination, Forced to Keep Working

Posted on May 21, 2009
Waco, TX: When a cement truck driver took time off work for an injury sustained on the job, he had no idea that his injury would result in wrongful termination. But that's exactly what happened to Harold Tunnel, who was made to suffer through alleged wrongful employment termination...

Ground Beef Recalled Due to E Coli Contamination

Posted on May 21, 2009
Coal Valley, IL: The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today that Valley Meats LLC, of Coal Valley, Ill. has recalled over 95,000 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7.

Levaquin Patient Suffers "Unbelievable" Pain

Posted on May 21, 2009
Atlanta, GA: Patients who have taken the Levaquin antibiotic and suffered the reported Levaquin side effects know how painful those side effects can be. Frank G. (not his real name) says that his Levaquin medicine experience was "horrible." He says he may not fully recover from his tendon problems for 6 months to 1 year.

Oral Sodium Phosphate Products: Prescription Only

Posted on May 20, 2009
Lynchburg, VA: In response to renal risks of oral sodium phosphate products, on February 9, 2009 the FDA recommended that only prescription oral sodium phosphate (OSP) bowel preparations be used by patients for bowel cleansing prior to undergoing colonoscopy (colon examination)...

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