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A recent talcum powder lawsuit in California settled mid-trial after the plaintiff put forth significant evidence to prove the talcum powder she used contained asbestos. Asbestos exposure has been proven to be toxic and potentially fatal. It has been connected to mesothelioma–a fatal cancer of the tissue lining the heart, lungs, and other organs–and…

Popular rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ulcerative medication Xeljanz has been potentially linked to MACE injuries, strokes, and blood clots through a clinical study. These injuries require extensive treatment. For additional information on the Xeljanz lawsuits, see our Xeljanz Area of Practice page. Treatment for MACE Injuries Major Adverse Cardiac Events (MACE) injuries include: Heart…

Popular rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ulcerative colitis medication Xeljanz has been potentially linked to causing strokes and blood clots. Review our Xeljanz Safety Evaluation Timeline for more information on the approval history of Xeljanz and the study potentially connecting Xeljanz to strokes and blood clots. Xeljanz is also linked to Major Adverse Cardiac Events (MACE)…

There is a duty to exercise reasonable care to ensure that persons are protected from an unreasonable risk of harm while in stores, on public property, and in other people’s homes. An owner is therefore obligated to inspect their house or building for dangerous conditions and to either repair or sufficiently warn visitors about such dangers….

On December 15, 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Penumbra, Inc.’s recall of all Penumbra JET 7 Xtra Flex catheters due to the “risk of unexpected death or serious injury.” Penumbra, Inc.’s recall included a warning that all medical facilities who used the Penumbra JET 7 Xtra Flex catheter should remove them…

Injuries Related to the Penumbra JET 7 Xtra Flex Catheter On December 15, 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notified the public that Penumbra, Inc. had issued a voluntary recall of their Penumbra JET 7 Xtra Flex catheter due to reports of the product causing serious injuries and even death. The notice warned that…