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Bayer to Halt Sales of Controversial Essure Birth Control Device

by | Jul 23, 2018 |

Last week, Bayer announced that it would suspend sales of its Essure birth control device, citing a substantial decline in sales of the device. Essure has been the subject of extensive criticism from consumers, health officials and advocacy groups, as thousands of adverse event reports allege the device has led to a number of severe […]

$4.69 Billion Verdict Against Johnson & Johnson in Talcum Powder Lawsuits

by | Jul 13, 2018 |

Yesterday, a St. Louis jury found Johnson & Johnson liable for $4.69 billion in compensatory and punitive damages. The jury sided with 22 plaintiffs who alleged that the use of the company’s talcum powder products caused their ovarian cancer. On Thursday July 13, 2018, a St. Louis Circuit Court jury sided with 22 plaintiffs who […]

Advocacy Group Seeks More Ford Recalls

by | Jul 11, 2018 |

Advocacy Group Seeks More Ford Recalls A nonprofit auto safety group has requested that Ford CEO Jim Hackett sanction the recall of 1.35 million Explorer SUV’s due to continued complaints of exhaust fumes in the passenger compartments. Recent Claims The nonprofit advocacy group, known as The Center for Auto Safety, found 44 complaints regarding exhaust […]

Risks of Adverse Effects Associated with LASIK Surgery

by | Jun 25, 2018 |

LASIK eye surgery is a common procedure, wherein ultraviolet lasers are used to alter the curvature of a patient’s cornea to improve eyesight. However, patient reports and recent studies claim that patients who undergo the procedure can suffer from long term pain and adverse side effects. Laser eye surgery has been touted as a promising […]

Update on the Monsanto Lawsuit Over Alleged Connections Between Roundup and Cancer

by | May 30, 2018 |

Plaintiffs in several states have recently filed lawsuits against Monsanto, a major producer of herbicides. The claims allege that Monsanto’s most popular herbicide, Roundup, which contains glyphosate, may cause serious illnesses such as non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and other forms of cancer. The claims also allege that Monsanto was aware of the risks but kept the information […]

Opioid Liability for Injury and Death

by | May 2, 2018 |

The opioid industry is facing unprecedented backlash from private citizens and government officials as more individuals fall victim to addiction, injury and even death related to opioid use. Here, the product liability attorneys at The Law Offices of Peter G. Angelos discuss who may be held liable for injuries or death related to opioid use. […]

Johnson & Johnson Ordered to Pay Millions in Damages Over Talc-Based Mesothelioma

by | Apr 24, 2018 | ,

On Wednesday, April 11, jurors in New Brunswick, New Jersey ordered Johnson & Johnson and its talc supplier—Imerys Talc America—to pay $117 million in damages to a man suffering from mesothelioma. This verdict was announced in the second of two trials so far alleging that Johnson & Johnson’s talc-based products contain asbestos. The plaintiff, Mr. […]

Modified Surgical Approach and Immunotherapy May Boost Pleural Mesothelioma Survival

by | Apr 20, 2018 | ,

A modified version of a pleurectomy, as well as immunotherapy, may boost survival rates for those who suffer from pleural mesothelioma. Here the mesothelioma attorneys at The Law Offices of Peter Angelos provide mesothelioma victims and their families with information regarding the latest treatment opportunities. There are several considerations to keep in mind when electing […]

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