In addition to pursuing potential DePuy ASR hip lawsuits, the hip replacement product liability lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk are also investigating potential lawsuits involving other types of metal-on-metal hip implants, including potential DePuy Pinnacle hip lawsuits. >>MORE INFO: Metal-on-Metal Hip Replacement Lawsuits (more…) Read More
According to an FDA Safety Announcement issued this afternoon, the potential side effects of Multaq, a prescription drug used to treat abnormal heart rhythm, may be linked to an increased risk of acute liver failure or other liver problems. >>FDA WARNING: Severe Liver Injury with Multaq… Read More
The Chantix lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk have been investigating potential claims for users of the stop-smoking drug for more than 3 years, and the number of lawsuits filed in courts throughout the United States continues to grow. All of the lawsuits involve similar allegations that… Read More
A large number of cases of mesothelioma cancer from asbestos exposure still go unreported worldwide, according to new research. Although the number number of mesothelioma deaths in the United States is expected to level off and start declining in the coming years, many countries that still… Read More
When a surgeon, anesthesiologist or nurse fails to properly wash their hands to get rid of germs before operating on a patient, it can create a serious risk of an operation infection. According to a new study that looked at procedures in 164 operations, anesthesiologists may… Read More
Increasing concerns over the risk of problems with metal-on-metal hip replacements was listed as the biggest orthopedic story of the past year in the December 2010 issue of AAOS (American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons) Now. The risk of cobalt toxicity and other complications associated with metal-on-metal… Read More
Since Pfizer’s smoking cessation drug Chantix was first linked to an increased risk of suicide, suicide attempts and other psychotic side effects, a number of people have filed a Chantix lawsuit alleging that the drug maker failed to adequately research the medication. It now appears that… Read More
Two carbon monoxide leaks in the Baltimore area over the past few days highlight the importance of having detectors to alert people when high levels of the colorless, odorless and tasteless, yet toxic, gas is present. >>PRIOR POST (12/21/2009): Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Tips (more…) Read More
Pursuant to an order (PDF) issued Friday, all federal DePuy hip replacement recall lawsuits will be consolidated and centralized in an MDL (Multidistrict Litigation) in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio. Although many people often confuse an MDL with a DePuy hip… Read More
On Friday, the FDA finally decided to issue a Darvon recall and Darvocet recall after determining that all painkillers that contain propxyphene pose an unreasonable risk to consumers. The product liability lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk are reviewing potential Darvon lawsuits and Darvocet lawsuits for individuals… Read More
