Two studies have found that Avandia (rosiglitazone) creates a risk of heart attacks and strokes. The studies have shown a significant increase in the risk for heart failure, stroke and even death. One study has found that Avandia raises the risk of heart attacks by 28-39% compared with other diabetes medications. In response, some lawmakers have called for Avandia to be pulled from the market. If you are looking for a Houston Avandia lawyer , please contact us.
Blood Pressure Drugs Linked to Cancer
Blood pressure medications known as "angiotensin-receptor blockers" may increase the risk of cancer. An analysis of five studies revealed an increase of eleven percent in cancer overall and a twenty-five percent increase for lung cancer. RONI CARYN RABIN, The New York Times 06/22/2010
Enterprise Rent-A-Car Hit With $15 Million Verdict
A jury has decided that Enterprise Rent-A-Car must pay $15 million to the family of two girls who died in a car crash in 2004 in a car rented from the company. Chrysler had issued a recall for the PT Cruiser the girls were riding in, but Enterprise failed to return any of their PT Cruisers for repair. Enterprise admitted it was liable for the deaths. Jondi Gumz, San Jose Mercury News 06/21/2010 If you are looking for a Houston rental car accident attorney , please contact us .
Studies to investigate recalled hip implants delayed
Two years after DePuy Orthopaedics issued a recall for its ASR metal-on-metal hip implant system the company has yet to complete a study to pinpoint the cause of the defective hip implants.
Fire hazard prompts recall of Chevy Cruze compacts
Car recalls are not uncommon in the U.S. and too often car manufacturers cut corners on costs, which often involve using untested components throughout the production process.
PediaCare Medications Recalled
Four types of PediaCare medicines have been recalled because they were produced at the same plant as contaminated children's Tylenol. Blacksmith Brands, Inc. the producer of PediaCare, stated that the recall was precautionary only. New lots of the medication should ship from another plant in July.
$40 Million Awarded Against Verizon
A New York plaintiff has been awarded $40 million after being involved in an accident with a Verizon van. He was struck and nearly killed by the Verizon driver. The van was traveling about 50 miles per hour and caused the plaintiff to spend weeks in a coma. He suffered brain damage and paralysis. If you are looking for a Houston commercial accident attorney , please contact us .
Liver Injury Warning for Xenical and Alli
The FDA has issued a new warning concerning the popular diet drugs known as Xenical (Orlistat) and Alli. The FDA had received reports of severe liver damage associated with the drugs both in the United States and abroad. Some of the patients died from liver failure and others required liver transplants. If you are looking for a Houston diet drug attorney , please contact us .
Too Few MMS Inspections Prior to BP Spill
The AP has reported that the Minerals Management Service conducted at least 16 fewer inspections aboard the Deepwater Horizon than it should have under its own policy. President Obama has criticized the cozy relationship between regulators and oil companies and have vowed to reform the MMS, which both regulates the industry and collects billions in royalties from it.
Jury Awards $15 Million in Botox Case
A jury ordered Allergan Inc., the manufacturer of Botox Cosmetic, to pay $15 million to a patient who suffered botulism poisoning due to the product. The jury ruled against Allergan because their Botox did not have adequate information regarding the side effects of the drug on its warning label. Nolan Clay, NewsOK.com 05/12/2010 If you are looking for a Houston Botox attorney, please contact us .
