In a significant legal development, at least 55 lawsuits against pharmaceutical giants Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly have been centralized into multidistrict litigation (MDL) in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. This consolidation marks a crucial step in addressing claims over severe gastrointestinal side effects allegedly caused by popular diabetes and...
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New Camp Lejeune Study Expands Eligibility for Toxic Water Claims
The recent findings from a federal health study concerning the contaminated drinking water at the U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune mark a significant moment in understanding the long-term health impacts on those who were stationed there. New Camp Lejeune Study Findings The study, focusing on the years 1975 to...
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Riddle & Brantley Attorney Says $43,000 Fine for Safety Violations at Smithfield Grain “Does Nothing to Deter”
Riddle & Brantley attorney Adam Smith, an NC Bar-Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation, slammed a recent $43,000 fine assessed by the North Carolina Department of Labor after a worker fell 70 feet to her death at Smithfield Grain. The company was found to have violated at least four workplace safety...
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Boppy Newborn Lounger Recall: What You Need to Know to Protect Your Child
The safety of our infants and children is paramount, and recent developments surrounding the Boppy Newborn Lounger have raised significant concerns among parents and caregivers. In this blog post, we will provide an overview of the Boppy Newborn Lounger recall, incorporating information from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and...
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December 2023 Camp Lejeune Lawsuits Update
What to Know About Camp Lejeune Claims in December 2023 The latest developments in the Camp Lejeune Water Litigation as of November 2023 are quite significant. A joint status report filed in the Eastern District of North Carolina revealed a substantial number of claims and lawsuits. Specifically, 129,158 claims have...
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Bayer Hit with $1.56 Billion Roundup Verdict
Verdict is a Massive Loss for Bayer In a pivotal legal development, Bayer faces a staggering $1.56 billion verdict in Roundup litigation following a trial loss in Missouri over its Roundup weedkiller. This judgment is significant as four plaintiffs successfully argued that Roundup caused them injuries, including cancer. Specifically, the...
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FDA Proposes Hair Relaxer Ban Due to Formaldehyde, Uterine Cancer Risk
Proposed Ban Follows a Wave of Hair Relaxer Lawsuits The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has taken a decisive step to ensure consumer safety by proposing a ban on formaldehyde in hair relaxers. This comes in the wake of mounting evidence about the health risks associated with this chemical....
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1st Settlements Reached in Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Claims
Federal Government Issues 1st Camp Lejeune Payouts In a landmark development, the U.S. government has agreed to pay $850,000 to settle the first batch of lawsuits over contaminated water at the U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, as reported by Reuters. This Camp Lejeune lawsuit settlement marks a significant milestone...
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Navy & Justice Department Offer Camp Lejeune Settlement Option
"Elective Option" Provides a Potentially Faster Route for Compensation for Victims of Camp Lejeune Toxic Water The Navy and the Justice Department have unveiled a new settlement process for individuals who allege they developed severe illnesses due to exposure to polluted water at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina, spanning from...
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Riddle & Brantley Partners with Lessons for Life Through Sports to Support Child Reading & Mental Health
Riddle & Brantley Announces Partnership with Area Nonprofit Lessons For Life Through Sports is a Chapel Hill-based nonprofit that is working to combat the mental health crisis that is plaguing our youth. Their goal is to promote reading through their books that use sports to teach valuable life lessons. The...
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