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Contact Lens Solution Causes Eye Burns

June 6, 2012 While many Americans rely on corrective contact lenses to see, some are unaware of the potential health risks that a certain brand of the product…

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Indiana Stryker Defective Hip Implant Lawsuit Moves Forward

March 13, 2013 An Indiana Defective Medical Device Lawsuit will move forward after the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana ruled against a request to have the…

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New, Less Invasive Mesothelioma Testing Procedures Use Ultrasound

Estimates show that roughly 11 million Americans have been exposed to a dangerous chemical fiber known as asbestos. Of those individuals, it’s estimated that as many as 10…

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Millions Awarded to Victims of Transvaginal Mesh Failure

Transvaginal mesh has been used for years as a means to create a support structure for the internal organs of women undergoing certain medical procedures; however, thousands of…

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How Can I Find Out if I Have a Defective Medical Device or Recalled Drug?

Drugs and medical devices are regularly recalled due to problems with their design, marketing, or function, or because new and dangerous side effects are discovered. But how are…

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Patients File Morcellator Cancer Lawsuit After Discovering Connection Between Disease and Dangerous Medical Device

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is in charge of ensuring all medical products used in the United States are safe; however, the agency only has a…

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Study Shows Mesothelioma Medication May Cause Patients to Suffer a Serious Drug Injury

Mesothelioma is a deadly form of cancer that can be developed after exposure to the toxic substance asbestos. There are few treatments for mesothelioma, and now a new study…

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How Can I Protect Myself from Defective Medical Products?

Manufacturers of medical products have a legal and ethical responsibility to ensure the items they sell are safe to use; however, problems sometimes arise during the manufacturing and…

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Research Links Woman’s Case of Mesothelioma to Use of Talcum Powder

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that is used in many products that are found in the United States today. Unfortunately, exposure to Asbestos can lead to serious…

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GMO Corn Lawsuit and Labor Disputes Affect Crop Prices

The agricultural industry is a vital part of the economy in the United States, accounting for almost $900 billion in financial transactions. There are numerous factors that can…

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Judge Urges Settlements in Transvaginal Mesh Failure Lawsuits

Transvaginal mesh is a material that can be used to support a woman's internal organs following certain medical procedures; however, thousands of patients claim their device has failed, causing…

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Is the da Vinci Surgical Robot Safe?

The da Vinci surgical robot came onto the market in 2000 as a device that would be capable of reducing surgical recovery times by performing less invasive procedures.…

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Lawsuits and Warnings in the Wake of IVC Filter Injury Reports

Blood clots can be extremely hazardous to your health and can even lead to death. A device known as an inferior vena cava (IVC) filter has been developed…

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Heart Pump Recalled Amidst Defective Medical Device Allegations

New medical devices that are being released onto the market must undergo rigorous testing in order to help ensure the products function properly. Unfortunately, not all problems are identified…

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Studies Highlight Severity of Morcellator Cancer Risks

Just a few years ago, a new medical device—the power morcellator— was considered groundbreaking because of its ability to allow doctors to remove organs and tissues from a…

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Defective Product Lawsuits Filed in Connection to Superbug Outbreaks

In the medical industry, certain protocols are established to help protect the health and safety of both patients and medical staff. These protocols must be re-examined when changes…

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Does the da Vinci® Surgical Robot Put Patients’ Health at Risk?

Fifteen years ago, many medical experts believed the da Vinci® surgical robot was going to be the next great advancement in surgical technology, boasting the ability to perform…

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Improving How the FDA Reviews Medical Device Safety

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is tasked with the job of regulating which medical devices are made available on the market; however, some feel as though better…

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Doctors Urged to Find Alternative to Power Morcellators After FDA Recalls Defective Medical Devices

Scientists, doctors, and medical professionals are always looking for new and better ways to perform medical procedures. But sometimes advancements that are made in the field of medicine…

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Could Indiana and Illinois GMO Corn Lawsuits Be Heard In Federal Court?

Corn is a lynchpin in the economy and agriculture of Indiana and Illinois. So when China rejected tons of the corn grown in these states because it was contaminated…

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The da Vinci® Surgical Robot: Cutting-Edge Technology With Risks

Technological advancements present options for performing medical procedures, but the attorneys at Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos & Newlin point out they may not always be proven safe. The da…

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Mesothelioma Lawyers Explain It Can Take Years to Develop the Disease After Exposure

According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 3,000 United States citizens are diagnosed each year with the deadly form of cancer known as Mesothelioma. Our mesothelioma lawyers…

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$119 Million Settlement Reached In Transvaginal Mesh Failure Cases

Several years ago, transvaginal mesh was being lauded as a breakthrough in medical technology that would allow patients undergoing procedures like hysterectomies and corrective surgery to undergo less…

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Are IVC Filters an Ineffective Treatment for Blood Clots?

There are many conditions that can cause serious, life-threatening blood clots in our bodies. Luckily, there are treatment options that are available to help prevent blood clots from…

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Patients Continue to Experience Failures Years After Stryker Hip Recall

In 2007, medical device manufacturer Stryker Corp. released a new metal-on-metal hip implant that could be used in hip replacement procedures. However, the design of the device cause the…

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Study Finds Mesothelioma-Causing Substance in Children’s Toys

Exposure to asbestos—a naturally occurring, toxic substance—is known to cause a number of serious health conditions, including a form of cancer known as mesothelioma. That’s why contact with…

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Could the 21st Century Cures Act Compromise Patient Safety?

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for regulating the safety of medical products released in the United States. They achieve this through strict policies that require…

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$200 Million Offered to Settle Transvaginal Mesh Failure Lawsuits

A settlement has been offered to as many as 3,000 women who have filed transvaginal mesh failure lawsuits against medical product manufacturer C.R. Bard, Inc. If the agreement…

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Congress Calls for Further Investigation Into Morcellator Cancer

The laparoscopic power morcellator is a medical device that is used to grind tissues so they can easily be removed from the body. The device was lauded as…

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Investigation Shows Company Knew of IVC Filter Injury Risk and Took No Corrective Action

An investigation has determined the brand of inferior vena cava (IVC) filters made by medical device manufacturer C.R. Bard, Inc. could pose a serious health risk to patients.…

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Talc Ovarian Cancer Lawsuits Continue Moving Through the Court System

Talcum powder has been used for personal hygiene purposes for more than 50 years, but recent research suggests using products containing talcum powder increases the risk of developing…

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FDA Warns Coatings on a Medical Device Could Pose Health Risks

The human body is made up of as much as 65 percent water, which is why it’s crucial that many medical devices that are implanted into the body…

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How to Handle Weeds without Roundup

You’re likely familiar with Roundup, and may even own a bottle. It’s the world’s most popular weed killer, and it’s used everywhere from commercial farming and landscaping to…

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What You Should Know About Takata’s Renewed Airbag Recall

Buying a car, truck, or SUV in 2020 means having access to safety features that were either unthinkable a few decades ago or only available on high-end luxury…

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Why Do Pressure Cookers Explode?

If you polled Indianans on what pops into their heads when they hear the phrase “pressure cooker,” you may get a split right down the middle between a…

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Can You Sue a Store After a Defective Product Injury?

When you buy something from a brick-and-mortar or online store, the worst thing you expect to happen is for it to not live up to your expectations. But…

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Are Hair Relaxers Connected to Uterine Cancer?

Chemical hair straightening products have long been popular among women for achieving sleek, straight hair. However, a recent National Institutes of Health (NIH) study has highlighted the potential…

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Am I Entitled to Compensation if I Have Used the Medtronic MiniMed Insulin Pump?

In recent years, the Medtronic MiniMed Insulin Pump has gained attention for its concerns regarding its safety and functionality as a diabetes management device. The Medtronic MiniMed Insulin…

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Hernia Mesh Surgery Injuries and How a Lawyer Can Assist with Filing a Claim

Hernia mesh surgery is commonly performed to repair hernias when an organ or tissue pushes through the muscle or connective tissue. While this surgical method has been widely…

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Reach out to a Terre Haute Personal Injury Attorney Today

The financial burden that often comes with a serious injury can be too much for many people to bear. Unexpected medical debt, damaged personal property, and the sudden loss of income can impact the budgets of most families. The good news is that a successful injury claim could help reduce that financial strain after a serious accident. Get in touch with a Terre Haute personal injury lawyer with Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos & Newlin to learn more.

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