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Acanthamoeba Keratitis Symptoms

Acanthamoeba keratitis is a rare eye infection that has been linked directly to the Advanced Medical Optics (AMO) Complete MoisturePlus contact lens solution. On this page, we will discuss the symptoms associated with Acanthamoeba keratitis and provide links to other related websites.
If you or a loved one have developed a corneal infection (Acanthamoeba keratitis) [...]

FDA Video: SSRI Antidepressant Birth Defects

Below is an excellent video produced by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which warns patients and physicians of serious, life-threatening birth defects linked to SSRI antidepressants.

In a recent Public Health Advisory, FDA summarized two new studies that practitioners should consider when making decisions about prescribing SSRIs and other antidepressant medications for pregnant women [...]

FDA Video: Rituxan Linked to PML (Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy) Brain Infections

Below is an excellent video produced by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which warns patients and physicians of serious, life-threatening viral brain infections (Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy) linked to Rituxan (Rituximab).

FDA is alerting health care professionals and patients about new reports of a serious viral infection in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus who were [...]

FDA Video: ReNu® with MoistureLoc Recall

Below is an excellent video produced by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which warns consumers of the nationwide recall of the popular Bausch & Lomb ReNu® with MoistureLoc contact lens solution and provides information about Fusarium Keratitis (fungal eye infections).

FDA and CDC are alerting healthcare practitioners and contact lens wearers about an increasing [...]

FDA Video: Bard® Composix® Kugel® Mesh Hernia Patch Recall

Below is an excellent video produced by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which warns patients and physicians of the nationwide recall of Composix Kugel mesh hernia patches and provides information about the defective memory recoil ring and possible side effects from ring breakage.

Davol, Inc. is expanding its earlier recall of the Composix Kugel [...]

Nestlé Toll House Cookie Dough Recall

On June 19, 2009 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a public health announcement warning U.S. consumers note to eat Nestlé Toll House brand cookie dough, after the agencies reported that they had received complaints from at least 69 persons in 29 states claiming [...]

FDA Video: FDA Warns of Levaquin Tendon Rupture & Injuries

Below is an excellent video produced by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which warns patients and physicians of Levaquin induced tendon injuries and tendon ruptures.

FDA has asked that a boxed warning be added to the prescribing information for fluoroquinolone antibiotics. The warning will remind healthcare professionals that patients taking these drugs may experience [...]

Caraco Recall Lawsuit

On June 25, 2009, U.S. Marshals, at the request of the Food and Drug Administration, today seized drug products manufactured by Caraco Pharmaceutical Laboratories Ltd. (Caraco).  
Since January 2009, Caraco has initiated voluntary recalls of drug products to protect the public from potentially defective medications. The recalls involved manufacturing defects, including oversized tablets and possible [...]

FDA Video: Recalls of Digoxin and Propafenone Tablets

Below is an excellent video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which warns patients and physicians of the digoxin propafenone recalls.

FDA has posted information about two cardiac drugs that were recently recalled because of variability in the size of the tablets:
Caraco Pharmaceutical Laboratories, a manufacturer of generic pharmaceuticals, recalled some of their [...]

Caraco & Watson Digoxin / Propafenone Recall Lawsuit

Caraco Pharmaceutical Laboratories and Watson Pharmaceuticals has recalled some of their digoxin and propafenone tablets because of a variation in tablet size, which means that these products could contain more than the labeled amount of digoxin. Too much of the drug can cause digoxin toxicity and could lead to patient deaths.
 June 25, 2009: U.S. Marshals Seize [...]

FDA Video: Stronger Warnings on Avandia and Certain Diabetes Drugs

Below is an excellent video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which warns patients and physicians of stronger warnings on Avandia et.al regarding the link between the drugs and the increased risk of heart failure.

The manufacturers of thiazolidinedione drugs have strengthened warnings about the risks of heart failure with these medications, [...]

FDA Video: Continuing Recall of Complete MoisturePlus Multipurpose Contact Lens Solution

Below is an excellent video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which highlights the AMO Complete MoisturePlus recall and discusses different aspects of Acanthamoeba Keratitis.

In May 2007, Advanced Medical Optics voluntarily recalled its MoisturePlus Multipurpose Solution for contact lenses because using this product may be associated with an increased risk of Acanthamoeba [...]

FDA Video: Pancreatitis in Patients Taking Byetta for Diabetes

Below is an excellent video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which warns patients of the link between pancreatitis and Byetta.

UPDATED: In October 2007, FDA warned healthcare professionals about reports of acute pancreatitis in patients taking the antidiabetic drug Byetta (exenatide). Since then, FDA has received reports of six cases of hemorrhagic [...]

FDA Video: Severe Adverse Events with Ultrasound Micro-bubble Contrast Agents

Below is an excellent video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which warns patients of serious cardiopulmonary reactions from the ultrasound micro-bubble contrast agents Definity or Optison.

FDA is alerting healthcare professionals about serious cardiopulmonary reactions from the ultrasound micro-bubble contrast agents Definity or Optison. These products are used during echocardiography to enhance [...]

FDA Video: Warning on Fentora Buccal Tablets

Below is an excellent video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which warns patients and physicians of serious side effects including death among patients who have taken Fentora.

Cephalon has notified healthcare professionals about new safety information for Provigil (modafinil). Provigil is used to reduce excessive sleepiness in adult patients with narcolepsy and [...]

FDA Video: Recall of Thoratec Implantable Ventricular Assist Devices

Below is an excellent video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which announces the recall of IVADs and warns of air leaks, injuries and deaths among patients.

The Thoratec Corporation is recalling some of its implantable ventricular assist devices (IVADs) because air leaks could develop in the driveline when the device is used [...]

FDA Video: Recall of Heparin and Saline Flush Syringes

Below is an excellent video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which warns of Serratia marcescens infections among users of Sierra Pre-filled and B. Braun Heparin syringes.

Here is an alert about a nationwide recall of all heparin and normal saline flushes manufactured by AM2 PAT, Inc. These pre-filled syringes are distributed under [...]

Report Unsafe Vehicles & Child Car Seats

Consumers should report unsafe automobiles, tires (and all automobile parts), trucks, motorcycles, and child restraint systems to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
In addition, sometimes these reports are and can be made by an injured consumers legal counsel, i.e. their attorney or lawyer that is investigating the merits of a product liability lawsuit [...]

Report Unsafe Consumer Products to the CPSC

Consumers should report unsafe consumer products to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
In addition, sometimes these reports are and can be made by an injured consumers legal counsel, i.e. their attorney or lawyer that is investigating the merits of a product liability lawsuit on behalf of the injured individual.
Quick Facts:

The CPSC receives approximately 10,000 [...]

Report Adverse Events to the FDA

Consumers should report serious adverse events related to human medical products to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA).
In addition, sometimes these reports are and can be made by an injured consumers legal counsel, i.e. their attorney or lawyer that is investigating the merits of a product liability lawsuit on behalf of the injured individual.
Steps [...]

FDA Video: Fentanyl (Duragesic) Patches Recalled

Below is an excellent video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration concerning the multiple Fentanyl patch recalls that have occurred recently.

UPDATE: On March 3, 2008 Actavis recalled all remaining lots of Fentanyl transdermal patches as a precautionary measure. This is an expansion of Actavis’s February 2008 recall of fourteen lots of Fentanyl patches. [...]

Fentanyl Patch Recall Lawsuit

In February and March of 2008, Actavis recalled several brands of fentanyl transdermal patches because they may have defects that could allow the fentanyl gel to leak out of the patch. If the gel touches patient’s or caregiver’s skin, it could cause respiratory depression and possibly death.
If you or a loved one have suffered from a [...]

FDA Video: FDA’s Dr. Stephen Sundlof Do’s and Don’ts During the Peanut Salmonella Outbreak

Below is an excellent video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regarding fafety tips on what is safe and what is not safe to eat when referring to the the peanut butter recall stemming from King Nut peanut butter and products processed by Peanut Corporation of America (PCA).

You might also be interested [...]

FDA Video: Anatomy of an Outbreak – Salmonella Poisoning Outbreak & Peanut Butter

Below is an excellent video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the peanut butter recall stemming from King Nut peanut butter and products processed by Peanut Corporation of America (PCA).

You might also be interested in another FDA video: 

FDA’s Dr. Stephen Sundlof Do’s and Don’ts During the Peanut Salmonella Outbreak

Do I have [...]

FDA Video: Serious Infections and Neurological Events with Raptiva

In February 2009, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) issued the video below warning of the risk of life-threatening infections in patients treated with Raptiva (efalizumab).

FDA is highlighting the risk of life-threatening infections in patients treated with Raptiva (efalizumab). Raptiva is an immunosuppressant approved as a once a week injection to treat certain adult [...]

FDA Video: Recall of ReliOn Insulin Syringes

Below, is a video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Adminsitration (FDA), which discusses the recalled lot of ReliOn disposable insulin syringes and warns consumers about the possibility of serious overdose that could lead to severe hypoglycemia or possibly death.

Covidien, formerly Tyco Health Care, has recalled one lot of ReliOn disposable insulin syringes because [...]

FDA Video: Serious Complications with Surgical Mesh for Gynecologic Surgery

In February 2009, the U.S Food & Drug Administration released the video below, which warns of serious complications associated with the surgical mesh used to treat pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence.

The FDA is alerting healthcare professionals about rare but serious complications associated with the surgical mesh used to treat pelvic organ prolapse and [...]

FDA Video: Ethex Expands Recall of Generic Drugs and Supplements

Below, is a video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Adminsitration (FDA), which discusses the expanded recall of 60 drugs manufactured by ETHEX and warns consumers about the dangers of double thickness pills.

UPDATE: The FDA announced a Consent Decree of permanent injunction enjoining KV Pharmaceutical Company, its subsidiaries Ethex Corporation and Ther-Rx Corporation, and [...]

FDA Video: Black Box Warning Added to Reglan® – Tardive Dyskinesia

Below, is a video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Adminsitration (FDA), which discusses the “Black Box” warning and the increased risk of the development of Tardive Dyskinesia among users of Reglan.
Learn More:

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FDA Requires Boxed Warning and Risk Mitigation Strategy for Metoclopramide-Containing Drugs (pdf)

Do I have a Reglan Tardive Dyskinesia Lawsuit?
The [...]

FDA Video: Contact Lens Safety – Acanthamoeba Keratitis

Below, is a video published by the U.S. Food & Drug Adminsitration (FDA) regarding contact lens safety as it relates to protecting yourself from Acanthamoeba Keratitis.
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Acanthamoeba Keratitis Lawsuit
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Accutane® Recall Lawsuit

On June 26, 2009 Roche Holding AG, the manufacturer of Accutane initiated a nationwide recall of the popular cancer and acne medication Accutane after stating that that they have awarded over $33 million in lawsuits directly related to bowel disease claims.
The Defective Drug & Products Liability Litigation Groups at our law firm are an experienced [...]

Tardive Dyskinesia Symptoms

The following is an extremely detailed list of symptoms associated with Tardive Dyskinesia provided by Daniel J. McGlynn, Esq., a colleague our ours with whom we work very closely with on Reglan and Tardive Dyskiesia lawsuits.
Learn more about Reglan and Tardive Dyskinesia:

Reglan Lawsuit Information
Tardive Dyskinesia Symptoms, Tests / Diagnosis and Treatment Information

If you or a [...]

Simplicity & Graco Crib Recall Lawsuit

In two of the largest crib recalls in history, the U.S. Consumer Products & Safety Commission (CPSC) recalled almost 2 million cribs made by Simplicity Inc. and Graco Children’s Products, Inc. because of a product design defect that has led to the deaths of at least three children, seven infant entrapments and 55 “incidents” in [...]

Sierra Heparin Syringe Recall Lawsuit

AM2 PAT, Inc. has issued a nationwide recall of Sierra Pre-filled, or B. Braun Heparin syringes. The Heparin syringe has been found contaminated with Serratia marcescens, which can cause life-threatening side effects or death.
If you or a loved one have been administered a Heparin syringe contaminated with Serratia marcescens and since suffered an adverse event, [...]

Shoulder Pain Pump (Intra-Articular Pain Pump)

A shoulder pain pump is a medical device that is used after an individual has undergone a medical procedure called shoulder arthroscopy. This surgical procedure is used to view the joint of the shoulder using a miniature camera and lighting equipment. The procedure is considered minimally invasive and individuals that have undergone this procedure heal [...]

ReliOn® Insulin Syringe Recall Lawsuit

On November 5, 2008 the U.S. Food & Drug Administration in conjunction with Tyco Healthcare Group LP (Covidien) announced an urgent, nationwide recall of ReliOn sterile, single-use, disposable, hypodermic syringes with permanently affixed hypodermic needles due to possible mislabeling.
If you or a loved one have suffered any serious side effects including hypoglycemia or unfortunately [...]

Peanut Butter Recall List

UPDATE: due to the ever increasing size (almost 4,000 products as of June 2009) of the peanut and peanut butter recall list, we are no longer updating this page.  Fo the most up-to-date list of products affected by this recall, please visit the U.S. Food & Drug Administration’s website by clicking the following link:

U.S. Food & Drug [...]

Peanut Butter Recall Lawsuit

Over the few past years there have been countless peanut butter and peanut containing product recalls.  Most of peanut butter recalls were initiated after the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) became aware of an outbreak of Salmonella food poisoning illnesses.
Currently, there is multi-state outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium infections that have been linked to over [...]

MRI Contrast Agents Lawsuit

Gadolinium, Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis, Nephrogenic Fibrosing Dermopathy – Article Index
Below is a collection of Gadolinium, Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF) and Nephrogenic  Fibrosing Dermopathy (NFD) articles provided to you by Schmidt & Clark, LLP. Please remember that if you or a loved one have developed NSF or NFD after having received an injection of a gadolinium-based contrast [...]

Gastric Bypass Surgery Complications & Risks Lawsuit

Since 1967, thousands of individuals have undergone a gastric bypass surgical procedure to assist them in losing a great deal of weight. Reserved for individuals that are considered extremely obese, meaning that they weigh more than 100 pounds over the ideal weight for their age and height, the surgery has returned mobility and improved the [...]

Loop Gastric Bypass or “Mini Gastric Bypass” Surgery Lawsuit

There are several different types of gastric bypass surgery that may be performed on an individual that is severely overweight to help them lose a great deal of weight quickly and keep the weight off for a number of years, possibly for the rest of their life. Individuals that are approved for gastric bypass surgeries [...]

Gastric Bypass Roux En-Y (Proximal) Surgery Lawsuit

When it comes to a gastric bypass surgical procedure, there are multiple ways that the surgery may be performed in order to aid their individual in their weight loss goals. Gastric bypass surgery is only intended for individuals that are considered extremely obese, meaning that the individual must be 100 pounds or more overweight, and [...]

Gastric Bypass Surgery Lawsuit

As one of the most popular types of weight loss surgery for individuals that are considered to be obese, gastric bypass surgeries have been performed on thousands of individuals across the United States.
The surgical procedure is used to reduce the size of the stomach and reduce the amount of calories that are absorbed into [...]

Gastric Bypass Complication Lawsuit

With a reported 150,000 weight loss, Bariatric, gastric bypass, or Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgeries performed each year, it’s estimated that the rate of complications will continue to rise.
If you or somebody you know has recently undergone Bariatric, gastric bypass, or Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery and since developed complications, you should contact us immediately. You may [...]

Defective Surgical Stapler Lawsuit

Gastric staple-line failures are a potentially lethal complication in Bariatric or gastric bypass surgeries.
In May 2007, a jury found that a woman’s wrongful death was caused by a defective surgical stapler, manufactured by Ethicon, Endo-Surgery, Inc., a subsidiary of pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson. It was determined that the Ethicon stapler was defective because it [...]

Denture Adhesives May Cause Zinc Poisoning and Neuropathy

Poligrip® and Fixodent® are both popular denture adhesives used by millions of Americans. In fact, there are approximately 35 million denture wearers in the United States alone and doctors are beginning to wonder if there is a link between denture adhesives and a variety of serious health issues such as Zinc Poisoning, Hypocupremia, Hyperzincemia  and Neuropathy.
Poligrip and [...]

Bronchiolitis Obliterans Lawsuit

Bronchiolitis obliterans is a rare respiratory disease directly linked to the exposure and inhalation of Diacetyl — the chemical used in butter flavoring in microwave popcorn and other food products.
If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with bronchiolitis obliterans or Popcorn Workers’ Lung after being exposed to Diacetyl, you should contact us [...]

Traumatic Brain Injury Lawsuits

Each year in the United States over 1.5 million people suffer from traumatic brain injuries and approximately 50,000 people die from injuries to the brain.
A traumatic brain injury is an injury where a person hits their head on an object, or an object strikes their head, resulting in serious brain damage. Some common causes [...]

Cerebral Palsy Lawsuit

A medical provider caring for an expectant mother and the fetus are responsible to assure that they provide adequate care during the pregnancy, during labor and delivery, and immediately after the delivery of the baby.
Failing to provide adequate care can result in the doctors and nurses being held accountable for medical negligence and the [...]

Brachial Plexus & Erbs Palsy Lawsuits

A medical provider caring for an expectant mother and the fetus are responsible to assure that they provide adequate care during the pregnancy, during labor and delivery, and immediately after the delivery of the baby.
Failing to provide adequate care can result in the doctors and nurses being held accountable for medical negligence and the [...]

Baycol® Rhabdomyolysis Lawsuit

In August 2001, the extremely popular cholesterol lowering drug Baycol (generic: cerivastatin) was recalled from the U.S. market after it was linked to over 100 deaths. More specifically, Baycol was linked to “Rhabdomyolysis”, which is a condition that can lead to kidney failure and death.
If you or a loved one have taken Baycol and since been [...]

Baxter Heparin Recall Lawsuit

Baxter Healthcare Corporation has issued multiple of Heparin recalls, after receiving reports of  serious, life-threatening side effects including allergic reactions and death.
If you or a loved one have been administered Baxter manufactured Heparin and since suffered from and allergic reaction or any other related side effects including death, you should contact us immediately. You may [...]

Bassettbaby Crib Recall Lawsuit

On November 8, 2007 the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Comission issued a nationwide recall of approximatly 8,900 defective Bassettbaby cribs manufactured and sold under the “Wendy Bellissimo Collection Convertible Cribs” brand name.
If your child has been injured by a Wendy Bellissimo Crib, you should contact us immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing [...]

Bariatric Surgery Lawsuit

In the last several years, the number of individuals opting for bariatric surgery to help them lose weight has greatly increased. Bariatric surgery refers to a group of surgical procedures that assist an individual in losing a great deal of weight rapidly by modifying the gastro-intestinal tract. Bariatric surgery is only intended for individuals that [...]

Avandia® Side Effects Lawsuit

Avandia (Generic: Rosiglitazone), a popular drug used by millions of Americans to treat Type 2 diabetes has been linked to the following life-threatening and serious side effects: congestive heart failure, heart attack, stroke, blindness, vision loss, macular edema, and bone fractures.
If you or a loved one have taken Avandia and suffered any of the aforementioned [...]

Zometa® Linked to Osteonecrosis of the Jaw

“Please note, Schmidt & Clark, LLP is no longer accepting Zometa claims. If you feel that you may have a potential case, we urge you to locate another law firm adequately suited to handle your claim.”
Osteonecrosis (pronounced OSS-tee-oh-ne-KRO-sis) of the jaw is an uncommon condition that involves the loss, or breakdown, of the jaw bone. [...]

Fosamax® Linked to Osteonecrosis of the Jaw

Osteonecrosis (pronounced OSS-tee-oh-ne-KRO-sis) of the jaw is an uncommon condition that involves the loss, or breakdown, of the jaw bone. It can be a serious condition. Symptoms include, but are not limited to:

Pain, swelling, or infection of the gums
Loosening of teeth
Poor healing of the gums
Numbness or the feeling of heaviness in the jaw

If you experience [...]

Boniva® Linked to Osteonecrosis of the Jaw

“Please note, Schmidt & Clark, LLP is no longer accepting Boniva claims. If you feel that you may have a potential case, we urge you to locate another law firm adequately suited to handle your claim.”
Osteonecrosis (pronounced OSS-tee-oh-ne-KRO-sis) of the jaw is an uncommon condition that involves the loss, or breakdown, of the jaw bone. [...]

Aredia® Linked to Osteonecrosis of the Jaw

“Please note, Schmidt & Clark, LLP is no longer accepting Aredia claims. If you feel that you may have a potential case, we urge you to locate another law firm adequately suited to handle your claim.”
Osteonecrosis (pronounced OSS-tee-oh-ne-KRO-sis) of the jaw is an uncommon condition that involves the loss, or breakdown, of the jaw bone. [...]

Actonel® Linked to Osteonecrosis of the Jaw

“Please note, Schmidt & Clark, LLP is no longer accepting Actonel claims. If you feel that you may have a potential case, we urge you to locate another law firm adequately suited to handle your claim.”
Osteonecrosis (pronounced OSS-tee-oh-ne-KRO-sis) of the jaw is an uncommon condition that involves the loss, or breakdown, of the jaw bone. [...]

Ace Inhibitor Birth Defects and Side Effects Lawsuit

“Please note, Schmidt & Clark, LLP is no longer acceptingAce Inhibitor claims. If you feel that you may have a potential case, we urge you to locate another law firm adequately suited to handle your claim.”
ACE Inhibitors, if used while pregnant, have been linked to serious, life-threatening side effects including birth defects in children.
What is [...]

Accutane® Ulcerative Colitis Lawsuit

Accutane (generic: isotretinoin) has been linked to the development of Ulcerative Colitis.
Accutane Recall Alert: On June 26, 2009 Roche Holding AG, the manufacturer of Accutane initiated a nationwide recall of the popular cancer and acne medication Accutane after stating that that they have awarded over $33 million in lawsuits directly related to bowel disease [...]

Accutane® Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Lawsuit

Accutane (generic: isotretinoin) has been linked to Inflammatory Bowel Disease also known as IBD.
Accutane Recall Alert: On June 26, 2009 Roche Holding AG, the manufacturer of Accutane initiated a nationwide recall of the popular cancer and acne medication Accutane after stating that that they have awarded over $33 million in lawsuits directly related to bowel [...]

Accutane® Crohn’s Disease Lawsuit

Accutane (generic: isotretinoin) has been linked to the development of Crohn’s Disease.
Accutane Recall Alert: On June 26, 2009 Roche Holding AG, the manufacturer of Accutane initiated a nationwide recall of the popular cancer and acne medication Accutane after stating that that they have awarded over $33 million in lawsuits directly related to bowel disease claims.
Learn [...]

Dialysis Side Effects Lawsuit

Attention Heart Surgery Patients — Trasylol (Generic: aprotinin) a drug administered to heart surgery and heart operation patients has been linked to increased risk of death, kidney failure or renal failure, heart attacks, strokes and encephalopathy. Many heart surgery patients are unaware that their resulting need for dialysis treatment is a direct result of a [...]

Hurricane Ike Insurance Bad Faith Lawsuit

Insurance bad faith refers to a claim that an insured person has against an insurance company for bad acts. The state of Texas has enacted laws to protect you … insurance companies owe a duty of good faith in dealing with the persons they insure. If they violate their obligation, Texas law allows for the [...]

Hurricane Ike Insurance Underpayment Lawsuit

If you have been treated unfairly by your home or land owners insurance company regarding your Hurricane Ike claim, you should contact us immediately.
When an insurance company offers a lower settlement then what is needed to repair or rebuild a policy holders insured property, they may be subject to consumer protection laws such as Insurance [...]

Hurricane Ike Insurance Denial Lawsuit

If you have been treated unfairly by your home or land owners insurance company regarding your Hurricane Ike claim, you should contact us immediately.
When an insurance company denies a policy holders legitimate claim they may be subject to consumer protection laws such as Insurance Bad Faith.
What is Insurance Bad Faith as it Relates to Denial [...]

Hurricane Ike Insurance Dispute Lawsuit

Has your Hurricane Ike Claim been denied or underpaid? If so, we can help.
The recent damage caused by Hurricane Ike has been devastating to many home and land owners throughout the Houston & Galveston, Texas regions. In the event that you have suffered a loss from Hurricane Ike, you will most likely be making [...]

Types of Food Poisoning – Yersinia

Yersinia food poisoning, also known as yersiniosis, is caused by the Yersinia enterocolitica bacteria. Responsible for close to 4% of diarrhea cases in Northern Europe, it is found far less frequently in the United States. The severity of the food poisoning caused by the Yersinia bacteria can range from mild to a very serious depending [...]

Types of Food Poisoning – Staph Aureus

Staph aureus food poisoning occurs when an individual eat foods contaminated by the toxins produced by the Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. This bacteria can be found in the air, in dust, in water, in sewage, on sufaces, on humans, and on animals. The same bacteria is responsible for staph infections, which can cause a range of [...]

Types of Food Poisoning – Shigella

Shigella food poisoning is an acute infection caused by the shigella bacteria which affects the lining of the intestines. It causes the disease dysentery, and generally occurs in temperate and tropical climates in areas with overcrowding and poor sanitation. Infection can occur after the ingestion of relatively few cells of the bacteria, and shigella food [...]

Types of Food Poisoning – Salmonella

Salmonella food poisoning, also known as salmonella enterocolitis, is a diarrheal illness caused by the Salmonella bacteria infecting the lining of the small intestine. It is one of the most common intestinal infections in the United States. The illness can occur anywhere in the world, but is mostly found in North America and Europe. The [...]

Types of Food Poisoning – Mushroom Poisoning

Mushroom poisoning results from ingesting toxic substances present in mushrooms. The illness can range from mild discomfort to death. Out of the thousands of varieties of mushrooms, nearly 100 are poisonous to humans, with 15 to 20 varieties being lethal once ingested. There is no easy way to identify the differences between toxic and non-toxic [...]

Types of Food Poisoning – Listeria

Listeria food poisoning, also known as listeriosis, is caused by an infection by the Listeria monocytogenes bacteria. It is a rare, but lethal, type of food poisoning with a mortality rate of 25%. The ingestion of as little as a thousand cells of the Listeria monocytogenes bacteria can cause the illness.
The bacteria causing listeria food [...]

Types of Food Poisoning – Fish Poisoning

Fish poisoning describes a group of conditions related to the consumption of contaminated fish and seafood. There are three common types of fish poisoning. They include ciguatera poisoning, scombroid poisoning, and various shellfish poisonings.
In ciguatera poisoning, a toxin called ciguatoxin is created in small amounts in certain algae. The small fish eat the algae and [...]

Types of Food Poisoning – E. coli (Escherichia coli bacteria)

E. coli enteritis is caused by the Escherichia coli bacteria invading the intestine and causing an inflammation. The bacteria are found worldwide, living in the intestines of infected humans and animals and transmitted by fecal matter. The bacteria can also be found in food, water, soil, and surfaces that have been contiminated.
The infection is spread [...]

Types of Food Poisoning – Cholera

Cholera is an acute infection of the small intestine caused by the toxin released by the Vibrio cholerae bacteria. The illness is characterized by massive amounts of watery diarrhea and occurs primarily in conditions of overcrowding and poor sanitation. The illness has been known to occur as an epidemic in war torn countries and areas [...]

Types of Food Poisoning – Campylobacter

Campylobacter food poisoning is considered one of the many types of traveler’s diarrhea. Caused by Campylobacter jejuni bacteria, this type of food poisoning results in an infection of the small intestine which causes the affected individual to have watery diarrhea for about a week. The illness most often affects young adults between the ages of [...]

Types of Food Poisoning – Botulism

Botulism is a serious illness caused by the toxin produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacteria. The toxin produced is considered the most potent, lethal nerve toxin known to man. The toxin paralyses the nerves that it comes in contact with, restricting the muscle’s ability to contract, which can lead to respiratory and musculoskeletal paralysis. Botulism [...]

Types of Food Poisoning – Bacillus Cereus

Bacillus cereus is a soil dwelling bacteria responsible for 2 – 5% of cases of food poisoning worldwide. All people are susceptible to Bacillus cereus food poisoning, which can occur year-round in any part of the world. Bacillus cereus has been recognized as a food poisoning agent since 1955.
There are two types of Bacillus cereus [...]

When to Call A Medical Professional – Food Poisoning

The Information contained below is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or legal advice. If you feel that you or someone you know has food poisoning, seek medical attention immediately by visiting your doctor of by dialing 911.
The National Institutes of Health – When To Call a Doctor
Call your doctor if:

You have [...]

Food Poisoning Treatments

Food poisoning is a common illness caused by eating contaminated food. Affecting nearly 80 million individuals each year, food poisoning can occur as a mild illness or a deadly condition. Many cases of food poisoning result from an individual consuming food or water contaminated with bacteria, viruses, toxins, or parasites. The severity of the illness [...]

Symptoms of Food Poisoning

Experts at the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that food poisoning affects almost 80 million people annually, causing nearly 8 million deaths worldwide. Food poisoning is when a person becomes ill from eating contaminated food. Common contaminates that can cause food poisoning include bacteria, viruses, parasites, and toxins. There are over 250 [...]

Causes of Food Poisoning

Food poisoning is a common ailment affecting nearly 80 million people worldwide every year. Most cases of food poisoning are mild, with the infected individual recovering completely within a few days. In other cases, food poisoning can cause severe complications and even death. The experts at the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate [...]

CPSC Advises Consumers Not To Use Various Models of The Yamaha Rhino ATV

Yamaha Motor Corp. Offers Free Repair For 450, 660, and 700 Model Rhino Vehicles
CPSC advises consumers not to use the off-road vehicles until repaired
March 31, 2009 – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with Yamaha Motor Corp. U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif., is announcing a free repair program to address safety issues [...]

Yamaha Rhino Rollover Warning Letter

Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A. issued the statement below in a letter sent to Yamaha Rhino owners on September 11, 2006.
September 11, 2006
Dear Rhino Owner:
Your Rhino side-by-side vehicle was designed to be a very capable off-road vehicle with a wide variety of potential uses.
Regardless of how you use your Rhino, please remember that both the driver [...]

Yamaha Rhino Rollover Accident Lawsuit

Since the Yamaha Rhino All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) was introduced to the market in the United States in 2003, it has caused a large number of devastating rollover accidents leaving adults and a number of children seriously injured, permanently maimed and in some instances dead.
The Acting Chairman of the CPSC made the following announcement on March 31, 2009, [...]

SUV Rollover Accident Lawsuit

Each year in the United States, there are over 10,000 people killed in SUV Rollover accidents. In many cases, these accidents were the result of the careless and negligent driving of others. However, SUV Rollover accidents have been widely regarded as “avoidable” by safety advocates, if the vehicles were designed to be safer and [...]

Deadly Stoves – Nationwide Stove Tipping & Defective Stove Lawsuit

Most Kitchen Ranges and Stoves Pose a Serious Threat to Millions of Americans … Stove tipping has become an unrecognized epidemic in our country that has caused more than 100 reported cases of death and injury from scalding and burns due to hot foods and liquids spilling from the stove top, and from the weight crushing [...]

Ford Cruise Control Switch Fires Lawsuit

Ford Recall Lawsuit Update — According to Safety Forum, Ford Motor Co. has announced the recall of an additional 3.6 million passenger cars, trucks, sport-utility vehicles and vans to fix a cruise-control switch that has been linked to at least 1,100 engine fires and prompted five previous recalls beginning in January 2005. The recall includes [...]

Defective Car Seat Lawsuits

Car seats manufactured for infants, babies and children are designed to protect and shield our children from injuries involving auto accidents. For the most part, advances in car seat safety and child car seat design and manufacturing have saved countless lives. There are however instances of manufacturing defects of design or use of sub par [...]

Aviation Accident Lawsuits

Aviation accidents do occur and they happen more frequently then one might expect. Rarely do you expect disaster to strike when a family member is traveling by airplane or helicopter. When it does, many victims and families find themselves unprepared for the intricacies of locating a qualified aviation attorney / aviation lawyer that can assist them [...]

Lead Poisoning Lawsuit

Has your child been injured from Lead Poisoning? Millions of American children are affected by lead poisoning, most under the age of six. The most common forms of lead poisoning occur when a child ingests lead paint chips or inhales lead paint dust.  
There also seems to be an emerging epidemic of “toxic toys” being imported [...]

Diacetyl Exposure Lawsuit

Since August 2000, there has been an outbreak of Diacetyl induced bronchiolitis obliterans and Popcorn Workers’ Lung (popcorn lung) cases occurring throughout America.
The Toxic Tort Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus exclusively on the representation of plaintiffs in Diacetyl exposure lawsuits. We are handling individual and group litigation [...]

Treatments – Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia

Recent advances in the treatments used for chronic myelogenous leukemia have improved the prognosis for the condition considerably. When individuals heed the advice of a medical practitioner that is experienced in managing the treatment of chronic myelogenous leukemia, the individual may be able to manage the condition for years without serious complications. The goal of [...]

Causes & Risk Factors – Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia

Annually, nearly 5,000 individuals in the United States are diagnosed with chronic myelogenous leukemia and there are more than 20,000 individuals living with the condition in the Unites States today. Chronic myelogenous leukemia is one of the four main types of leukemia and is considered a progressive condition, meaning it gets worse as time goes [...]

Signs & Symptoms – Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia

In many cases, chronic myelogenous leukemia shows no signs or symptoms when first diagnosed. Medical professionals first suspect that something is wrong when the result of a routine blood test comes back as abnormal. With further diagnostic testing, chronic myelogenous leukemia may be diagnosed. The signs and symptoms of chronic myelogenous leukemia [...]

Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Lawsuit

Chronic myelogenous leukemia is a condition affecting the bone marrow and blood cells, causing rapid reproduction and unregulated growth of abnormal blood cells. The condition affects a certain type of blood cells called granulocytes and actually corrupts the chromosomes of the cell. This causes the cell to grow out of control and multiply rapidly, crowding [...]

Treatments – Thrombocytopenic Purpura

The goal of the treatment of thrombocytopenic purpura is to relieve the symptoms and place the condition into remission. The most common treatment used for thrombocytopenic purpura is a procedure called plasmapheresis, which is a blood transfusion using only the plasma of the blood. In plasmapheresis, the affected plasma of the patient is exchanged for [...]