Since our law firm began representing individuals who developed Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis after receiving an MRI or MRA with contrast, we have spoken with many concerned individuals with serious skin problems who have not been diagnosed with the rare condition. Even without a diagnosis, our lawyers… Read More
By Austin Kirk
June 8, 2007 | 1 Comment
On May 26, 2007, there was a Complete Moisture Plus recall after a recent Acanthamoeba keratitis outbreak was directly linked to the popular contact lens solution. The serious eye infection has left many users with permanent eye damage and lawsuits are being pursued nationwide. >>INFORMATION: Complete… Read More
By Harvey Kirk
June 6, 2007 | No Comments
Following a Zelnorm recall in the United States on March 30 2007, Swiss pharmaceutical regulators announced last week that they have ordered the manufacturer, Novartis AG, to remove the foreign equivalent, Zelmac, from the market. Swissmedic, the country’s regulatory agency, determined that the risk of heart… Read More
By Austin Kirk
June 4, 2007 | No Comments
According to a new study, gastric bypass surgery complications could cause permanent neurological damage. Symptoms could include hallucinations, severe weakness or possible paralyzation, resulting in the need for a wheelchair. The problems could begin months or even years after the gatric bypass surgery, and lead to… Read More
By Donald Saiontz
June 3, 2007 | 12 Comments
Yesterday the FDA issued letters to healthcare providers and contact lens wearers notifying them that the Complete MoisturePlus contact lens solution manufactured by Advanced Medical Optics, could cause Acanthamoeba Keratitis. The serious eye infection is painful and may result in permanent vision loss. >>INFORMATION: Acanthamoeba keratitis… Read More
By Austin Kirk
June 1, 2007 | 1 Comment
UPDATE 1/12/2009: Another peanut butter recall has been issued by King Nut Companies for large tubs of peanut butter distributed to hospitals, schools, nursing homes and other food service institutions, which may be contaminated with salmonella. Since the recall of Peter Pan and Great Value peanut… Read More
By Eric Saiontz
May 31, 2007 | 2 Comments
UPDATE 9/4/2007: Saiontz & Kirk is no longer reviewing potential new OxyContin lawsuits. Earlier this month, a criminal investigation concluded with the makers of OxyContin pleading guilty to misdemeanor violations of misbranding the drug by actively minimizing the risk of addiction to increase profits, even at the… Read More
By Harvey Kirk
May 30, 2007 | 5 Comments
Following reports from the CDC of an increased risk of a serious and potentially blinding eye infections, AMO Complete Moisture Plus multi purpose lens solution has been removed from the market. The lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk are reviewing Complete Moisture Plus recall lawsuits nationwide. >>INFORMATION:… Read More
By Austin Kirk
May 27, 2007 | 5 Comments
Earlier this week a study was released which concluded that the Avandia heart attack risk is 43% greater when compared to people taking no drug or other diabetes medications. It has now been confirmed that the FDA reached a similar conclusion from the data several months… Read More
By Harvey Kirk
May 26, 2007 | No Comments
The contact lens solution Complete MoisturePlus has been directly linked to a rare eye infection from Acanthamoeba, which can cause blindness. The lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk are reviewing potential contact lens lawsuits for users who experienced problems. >>INFORMATION: Complete Moisture Plus Lawsuits (more…) Read More
By Carl Saiontz
May 25, 2007 | 2 Comments