The Law Offices of Peter G. Angelos in Maryland represents individuals in bringing claims against companies and organizations that have violated the law by defrauding the government. Qui tam is a provision allowing individuals with knowledge of a company’s fraudulent activity to file suit against that company. However, the individual filing the complaint typically has […]
In February, a jury in Missouri awarded $72 million in compensatory and punitive damages to the family of a woman who died as a result of alleged talc-caused ovarian cancer. Talcum powder, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Baby Powder and Shower to Shower, is used for a variety of hygiene and cosmetic purposes. The powder […]
Anticoagulants are a powerful way to prevent blood clots and stroke in atrial fibrillation patients, as these medications work by increasing blood flow within a patient’s body. However, these medications can also cause severe internal bleeding events which can lead to a number of serious and potentially fatal health complications. When prescribed an anticoagulant medication, […]
The pharmaceutical liability attorneys at The Law Offices of Peter Angelos provide information regarding the risks related to proton pump inhibitors and the lawsuits filed by PPI consumers. Proton pump inhibitors (PPI) are used to treat a number of common abdominal conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, stomach and duodenal ulcers, heartburn and erosive esophagitis. […]
In the United States, there is a specific area of law designed to protect victims who suffer injury or harm as a result of faulty products. Product liability law exists to hold manufacturers responsible for creating and selling products that can cause injury to consumers, and to prevent companies from misleading the public about their […]
For the longest time, asbestos exposure had been mainly a problem with workers in the mining industries, construction, or those working with raw materials. The problem with asbestos exposure is that symptoms do not normally show until several years later. The medical term for this is called the latency period. On average, it could take […]
The birth injury attorneys at The Law Offices of Peter Angelos discuss the most common types of birth injuries and their causes. Expecting parents should never have to worry that their newborn will suffer at the hands of the medical professionals that they entrust with the child’s delivery. However, far too often, babies suffer injuries […]
When preparing for a new baby, parents trust that health care providers will do the best they can to ensure a safe delivery. While some babies are born with medical issues stemming from undiagnosed birth defects, other newborns can suffer birth injuries as a result of negligence or malpractice that occurred during labor. Everyone makes […]
Blood clots have the ability to prevent blood flow to patients’ organs such as the heart, lungs, and kidneys, potentially causing stroke and other life-threatening health conditions. There are many different medications on the market today that aim to reduce the risk of dangerous health conditions such as deep vein thrombosis, blood clot and stroke. […]
Each year, The Maryland Food Bank’s Lawyers’ Campaign Against Hunger raises money and awareness for hunger and food insecurity throughout Maryland. Since 1987, the campaign has raised more than $5.4 million by uniting the legal community against this pervasive issue. This year, The Law Offices of Peter Angelos has sponsored the campaign in the form […]