While Fosamax is designed to strengthen bones, it actually has the opposite effect on the jaw. Many have questioned why a medication designed to improve bone density and reduce fractures would lead to jaw decay. (more…) Read More
By Austin Kirk
November 16, 2006 | 2 Comments
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the number of hit and run accidents have increased by 20% since 2000. (more…) Read More
By Eric Saiontz
November 15, 2006 | No Comments
NEWS UPDATE: Today the FDA announced that they will hold public advisory hearings next month regarding the antibiotic Ketek. They will review whether there should be a Ketek recall from the market or whether other measures should be taken to protect consumers. (more…) Read More
By Austin Kirk
November 14, 2006 | 3 Comments
[alert type="general" accent_color="" background_color="" border_size="1px" icon="fa-asterisk" box_shadow="yes" animation_type="0" animation_direction="down" animation_speed="0.1" class="" id=""]UPDATE: Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. is no longer accepting new Plavix cases. This archived post is for informational purposes.[/alert] Plavix was approved in April 1997 after a rare priority regulatory review by the FDA. The… Read More
By Harvey Kirk
November 13, 2006 | 4 Comments
This morning on WBAL-TV Channel 11 in Baltimore, there was an investigative report regarding a Maryland law which requires that all prescriptions dispensed carry an expiration date of one year. In many cases the expiration dates provided by the manufacturers are several years, yet Maryland residents… Read More
By Austin Kirk
November 11, 2006 | No Comments
Over 11 million bottles of acetaminophen (generic versions of Tylenol) have been recalled after tiny metal fragments were discovered in the pills of some bottles. The pain relievers were sold with store-branded labels, including: Wal-Mart, Safeway, CVS and over 100 others. (more…) Read More
By Austin Kirk
November 10, 2006 | No Comments
[alert type="general" accent_color="" background_color="" border_size="1px" icon="fa-asterisk" box_shadow="yes" animation_type="0" animation_direction="down" animation_speed="0.1" class="" id=""]UPDATE: Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. is no longer accepting new Plavix cases. This archived post is for informational purposes.[/alert] Since Saiontz & Kirk began investigating potential lawsuits for Plavix side effects, we have been contacted… Read More
By Austin Kirk
November 8, 2006 | 5 Comments
Merck, the manufacturer of Fosamax, continues to minimize the risk of osteonecrosis of the jaw associated with their medication. The failure to provide accurate information regarding this Fosamax danger has deprived women of the opportunity to weigh the risks against the benefits and make an informed… Read More
By Austin Kirk
November 7, 2006 | No Comments
Medical mistakes involving the misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose a serious medical condition could be avoided in most situations. A recent study concluded that the types of mistakes which often lead to serious harm for the patient usually involve errors which can be reduced through the… Read More
By Donald Saiontz
November 6, 2006 | 1 Comment
On October 30, 2006, a Maryland toxic mold lawsuit filed in St. Mary's County resulted in a verdict of $270,000. The claim was filed against a landlord by individuals who were injured by mold in the home they rented. (more…) Read More
By Austin Kirk
November 6, 2006 | 45 Comments