Month: February 2019
$3 Million Awarded in IVC Filter Trial in Indiana
A jury in Indiana has awarded $3 million in compensation to a woman who was injured by an IVC filter manufactured by Cook Medical.
FDA Warns of New Cases of Lymphoma Associated With Breast Implants
More women have developed a deadly type of lymphoma linked to textured breast implants, according to a warning issued Wednesday by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Fiat Recalls Ram Pickups Over Steering, Brake Problems
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) announced Tuesday that it is recalling about 882,000 pickup trucks worldwide in 2 separate actions to repair steering and brake pedal issues, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Pennsylvania Man Files G2® Blood Clot Filter Lawsuit
A lawsuit has been filed by a man from Pennsylvania who was injured by a defective G2® blood clot filter manufactured by C.R. Bard.
Children’s Smartwatch Recalled Over Privacy Concerns
The European Commission has announced the recall of a children's smartwatch over fears the device may leave users vulnerable to being tracked and harmed by criminals, according to the BBC.
Nevada Woman Joins IVC Filter Litigation With Over 5,700 Lawsuits
A woman from Nevada has joined a federal IVC filter injury litigation against C.R. Bard that now involves over 5,700 similar lawsuits.
Pilgrim’s Pride Recalls Nearly 60,000 Pounds Chicken for Rubber Contamination
A Colorado firm is recalling 58,020 pounds of breaded popcorn-style chicken products over concerns they may contain tiny pieces of rubber, the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) warned on Friday.
Hill’s Canned Dog Food Recalled for ‘Excessive’ Vitamin D Risk
A recall has been issued for certain Hill's Prescription Diet® and Hill's Science Diet® canned dog food because it may contain dangerous levels of Vitamin D.
Recall of Infant Ibuprofen Sold at CVS, Walgreens Expanded – Is Your Baby Safe?
The recall of an infant pain reliever sold at major retailers across the U.S. has been expanded over concerns that the drug may contain dangerous levels of its active ingredient, according to the manufacturer.
Vaginal Mesh Lawsuit Ends in $41 Million Jury Verdict in Pennsylvania
A woman from Pennsylvania who was injured by vaginal mesh has won a $41 million verdict against Johnson & Johnson's medical device subsidiary Ethicon.