Clinton Outpaces Rivals in Big Pharma Donations
Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton has received more campaign contributions from drug companies than every other candidate in the 2016 field combined, even as she declares herself one of the industry’s toughest critics.
Pennsylvania Woman Files Bard G2® IVC Filter Lawsuit
A woman who was injured by a blood clot filter made by C.R. Bard has joined a federal litigation involving over 1,000 similar lawsuits.
Alabama Man Files Cook Celect® IVC Filter Lawsuit
A man who was injured by a blood clot filter has joined a consolidated litigation involving nearly 1,000 lawsuits against Cook Medical.
Calcium Supplements For Bones May Hurt Your Heart
Calcium supplements may raise the risk of heart damage and plaque buildup in arteries, but a diet high in calcium-rich foods helps protect the heart, according to a new study.
FLDS Sued for of Wrongful Arrest, Discrimination Against Non-Members
Two residents of the community of Short Creek, Arizona, who were arrested last year for trespassing have filed a lawsuit (PDF) alleging that they were discriminated against because they are not members of the city’s dominant polygamous Fundamentalist Church of...
Wonderful Pistachios Not So Wonderful With Salmonella
Wonderful Pistachios were linked to an outbreak of Salmonella in March. Now the FDA wants proof the company made changes to fix the problem and prevent another outbreak.
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Banned on Flights in U.S., Europe and Asia
At least eight international airlines are prohibiting Samsung Note 7 smartphones on their flights over concerns that the devices can overheat, catch fire and even explode. The ban means that travelers will also be unable to carry the phones in...
Baby Powder Lawsuits Centralized in MDL
Over 2,000 women who were diagnosed with cancer after using talcum powder have filed lawsuits against Johnson & Johnson for failing to warn about the risk.
Denied a Mortgage Due to Pregnancy? Not So Fast
It is illegal to deny a home loan to a woman because she is pregnant or on maternity leave, but it happens all the time — and victims of discrimination may be entitled to compensation.
No Benefits of Testosterone for ‘Low T’ Found in Clinical Trials: Study
Men who take testosterone supplements for cardiovascular, sexual and physical function aren’t likely to see any benefits, according to a new study published in the medical journal PLOS ONE.