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Riddle Brantley – Risperdal
Johnson & Johnson Loses First Side Effects Trial for Risperdal®
The pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson lost the first jury trial on Tuesday regarding the popular antipsychotic medication Risperdal®. A Philadelphia jury awarded an autistic 20-year-old...
DePuy Hip Settlement Deadline Extended to January 31, 2015
***IMPORTANT UPDATE: As of May 4, 2020, we are no longer investigating, reviewing or accepting these claims due to time limitations. Johnson & Johnson, makers...
Does the False Claims Act protect me from retaliation by my employer?
Yes. The False Claims Act prevents your employer from discharging, demoting, suspending, threatening, harassing, or discriminating against you for taking lawful steps towards investigating a...
Will my employer know I filed the lawsuit?
Eventually, yes. At first, your lawsuit will be filed under seal and kept secret while the government investigates. This investigation process could take months or...
What happens after my case is filed?
After your case is filed, the federal government will investigate your allegations through the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Your case will remain under seal, meaning that...
Who gets the total loss check?
If your vehicle is financed then you will need to determine the pay-off to the finance company. The liability insurance company must pay the finance...
Can I get a rental car?
After contact has been made with the insurance company, an adjuster will be assigned to your case within one day to a few days. Often...
What is a truck’s “no zone?”
A truck no-zone is an area that most drivers should avoid. They are blind spots located around the truck. While most vehicles have blind spots...
What is a contingency fee?
A contingency fee is a contractual form of establishing an attorney’s fees between a client and attorney. Generally, a contingency fee means that there are...
How long can I wait to file a personal injury claim?
North Carolina, along with everyone other state, has enacted statutory restrictions on the time allowed to bring a civil action forward. In North Carolina, state...