Professor Pulls Study Linking Vaccines and Autism
A study linking autism to aluminum in vaccines administered to lab rats has been pulled by the author after an independent analysis found evidence that the data had been manipulated after publication.
Risperdal Lawsuit Ends in $1 Million Jury Award
A federal jury in New York awarded $1 million to a man to developed gynecomastia after he was given Risperdal (risperidone) as a child.
Daimler to Recall 1 Million Vehicles for Wiring Problem That Could Trigger Airbags Unexpectedly
German automaker Daimler AG is recalling more than 1 million Mercedes Benz luxury cars worldwide over a potential wiring defect that could cause the airbag to deploy unexpectedly.
Consumer Watchdog Demands Recall of Millions of Ford Explorers Over Exhaust Leaks
The Center for Auto Safety (CAS) is demanding a recall of more than 1.3 million Ford Explorers over concerns that the vehicles may emit dangerous carbon monoxide fumes.
Man Gets $37K After Cops Mistake Donuts for Meth
A man from Florida was awarded $37,500 after he was arrested by a police officer who mistook 4 flakes of donut glaze on the floorboard of his car for crystal methamphetamine.
Spicely Organics Tarragon Recalled for Salmonella Risk
A recall has been issued for Spicely Organics Tarragon after a sample tested positive for Salmonella.
Vermont Company Recalls Ground Beef for E. Coli Contamination
Health officials have traced 2 cases of E. coli poisoning to ground beef processed by Vermont Livestock Slaughter and Processing, according to the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
California Woman Files Blood Clot Filter Lawsuit
A woman who was injured by a blood clot filter ("IVC Filter") manufactured by Cook Medical has filed a lawsuit accusing the company of selling a defective medical device.
Macy’s Recalls Martha Stewart Cake Knife Sets
Macy's has recalled about 18,900 Martha Stewart Collection® Whiteware cake knife and server sets after 4 reports of the handle breaking off during use, posing a laceration hazard. The recalled knives were also sold at Military Exchanges as early as...
Vaccines On Trial in Michigan Divorce Court
For the second time this week, a judge in Michigan is putting vaccines on trial as parents fight in divorce court over a child's immunizations.