The suits allege that adding zinc to the products had adverse health effects on some users. Zinc helps bond dentures to gums.
Among the lawsuits is a woman who is now classified as a quadriplegic and others whose hands have deteriorated and look like claws.
According to the article, GSK launched a voluntary recall of Poligrip EX in Japan last week. However, the product was not recalled in the U.S.
A larger suit involving 75 plaintiffs is in federal court in Miami.
Plaintiffs in the lawsuits allege that they were unclear about how much product was safe to use until it was too late and their bodies had been damaged.
Late last year, GSK began including an insert in its denture packaging, noting that even the smallest size tube (0.75 oz). is meant to last about three weeks.
By the time the insert was released, many people’s bodies were already damaged.
]]> The company did not recall products that contained zinc. The zinc-free products should be available by April or May, but the others are still being sold since they are safe when used as directed.The recommended daily allowance of zinc is 11 mg for an adult male and 8 mg for an adult female, according to the Institute of Medicine of the National Academies. The maximum amount of zinc that can tolerated daily is 40 mg.
As a consumer, you have the right to assume that products you purchase or use have been produced in a manner that would ensure that they are safe and free from unreasonable risks. If a company manufactures or sells a product that is hazardous to the user, the company must be held liable for any injuries or fatalities that occurred due to the faulty product.
If you have a Pennsylvania defective product claim, you will require the representation of a Philadelphia products liability denture zinc poisoning attorney from Cherry, Fieger, and Marciano, LLP to handle all of the complexities involved with this type of case. There are many steps to a product liability case; beginning with proving that the product was in fact defective, next proving the product was the cause of the injury, and finally proving that the product was not used unreasonably. Please contact our firm today to discuss your case with an experienced legal professional.
]]>The incident is similar to problems at the Penn-run brachytherapy program at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center.
From February 2002 until June 2008, 97 veterans got incorrect radiation doses.
The article stated that the incident at Penn was reported to the state Department of Environmental Protection, which oversees the medical use of radioactive materials in Pennsylvania for the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. The incident may have been caused by a malfunction in a new ultrasound unit, which guides the needles used to place the radioactive seeds.
The problems at the Philadelphia VA raised questions about the Penn program’s quality.
]]> The VA here treated 114 veterans with brachytherapy from 2002 to 2008, when problems surfaced and the program was shut down.So far, 11 of the veterans have had recurrences of their cancer, and eight show signs of a possible return. Also, nine of the men had radiation injuries to their rectums, according to the VA’s latest tally.
When patients have been treated with substandard care by a doctor or healthcare provider and have suffered an injury or disability as a result, the patients have been the victim of medical malpractice. Misdiagnosis, failure to diagnose, surgical errors, prescription drug errors, birth injuries, failure to treat diseases, delay in treatment, and negligence are just a few examples of medical malpractice. People of all ages are at risk for medical malpractice, including children, adults, and the elderly.
Medical malpractice is a distressing situation, and the Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers at Cherry, Fieger, and Marciano, LLP, will make the process as simple as possible for you. If you or a loved one has been the victim of medical malpractice in Pennsylvania, please contact Cherry, Fieger, and Marciano, LLP today for a free consultation with a Philadelphia PA medical malpractice attorney.
]]>Murray needed emergency surgery to treat a tear in a major artery. Marcus and his wife, Jean, claim that Penn initially said it would accept Mr. Murray’s transfer from Underwood Memorial Hospital in Gloucester County, NJ. Then, Penn refused after learning he had no health insurance.
The article stated that the suit named a Penn cardiothoracic surgeon, Underwood, and its emergency-room doctor on the case, alleging that Underwood failed to properly diagnose Murray’s condition and did not transfer him to a hospital capable of dealing with his problem soon enough.
Murray was experiencing chest pain and weakness and went by ambulance to the Underwood ER.
A CT scan revealed a “complex dissection of the thoracic and abdominal aorta” that would require treatment by a cardiothoracic surgeon.
Underwood does not have open-heart-surgery capability, so Murray needed to be transferred to another hospital.
According to Murray’s Underwood records, Penn had agreed to accept Murray, and he would get a helicopter to transport him to Philadelphia. Records showed that after speaking with the Penn surgeon, they were told Mr. Murray was not accepted. Nurse’s notes indicated that the reason for refusal was lack of medical insurance.
]]> Murray was taken to a different hospital, Christiana Hospital in Delaware, where he suffered cardiac arrest. He suffered brain damage and is blind as a result of the lack of timely care at Underwood and the delay in getting him treatment because of Penn’s refusal.The case was filed due to medical negligence and violation of the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act.
When patients have been treated with substandard care by a doctor or healthcare provider and have suffered an injury or disability as a result, the patients have been the victim of medical malpractice. Misdiagnosis, failure to diagnose, surgical errors, prescription drug errors, birth injuries, failure to treat diseases, delay in treatment, and negligence are just a few examples of medical malpractice. People of all ages are at risk for medical malpractice, including children, adults, and the elderly.
Medical malpractice is a distressing situation, and the Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers at Cherry, Fieger, and Marciano, LLP, will make the process as simple as possible for you. If you or a loved one has been the victim of medical malpractice in Pennsylvania, please contact Cherry, Fieger, and Marciano, LLP today for a free consultation with a Philadelphia PA medical malpractice attorney.
]]>More than six million women took the pills to treat symptoms such as hot flashes and mood swings before a 2002 study highlighted the drugs’ links to cancer.
Before 1995, many patients combined Premarin, Wyeth’s estrogen-based drug, with progestin-laden Provera, made by Pfizer’s Pharmacia & Upjohn unit. Wyeth combined the two hormones in Prempro.
Approximately 8,000 people who used Pfizer’s and Wyeth’s hormone-replacement drugs filed suit against the company. Many were filed as suits for dangerous drugs in Philadelphia.
The woman in this particular case, a mother of three, began taking Prempro in August 1997. Results of a mammogram at that time were normal. She stopped taking the drug in January 2004 after her breast cancer diagnosis.
]]> People of all ages take prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, and supplements on a daily basis in the United States to prevent and treat various illnesses. Although these medications are supposed to help people, many people have suffered serious side effects, and even death. If you or a loved one has been injured as the result of a dangerous drug reaction in Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania pharmaceutical drug litigation attorneys at Cherry Fieger and Marciano, LLP may be able to help you recover the monetary compensation that you deserve.If a manufacturer produces drugs or supplements that are defective, they can and should be held responsible for the injuries they cause. As a manufacturer of pharmaceuticals, the company has an obligation to make a safe product, which includes various aspects such as thoroughly inspecting the product and affixing an appropriate label on the packaging. It is extremely important that you hire a skilled PA drug injury attorney to prove that the manufacturer was responsible for producing a defective product, as this is a very complicated and difficult part of the case. Contact Cherry Fieger and Marciano, LLP today for a free consultation.
]]>The suspension order says the conditions of the clinic were “deplorable and unsanitary.”
The order called Gosnell’s continued practice of medicine a danger to the public health and safety.
Law enforcement sources said the FBI, DEA, and state drug agents who executed the search warrant had been investigating Gosnell, who is in his late 60s, on suspicion of illegal distribution of prescription painkillers.
The suspension order also alleges that on or about Nov. 20, a patient died after being treated at the clinic by an unlicensed employee. The woman was in the clinic for an abortion and was given 10 mg of Demerol and 12.5 mg of promethazine. When the patient began experiencing cramping, she asked for more pain medication, and Gosnell told the unlicensed employee to administer it.
The woman allegedly was given 75 mg of Demerol, 12.5 mg of promethazine, and 10 mg of diazepam, and later more anesthetic in preparation for the abortion.
]]> The article reported that after the abortion, the woman started to have arrhythmia and then went into ventricular fibrillation. She was taken to a hospital where she was pronounced dead.When patients are treated with substandard care by a doctor or healthcare provider and suffer an injury or disability as a result, the patients have been the victim of medical malpractice. Misdiagnosis, failure to diagnose, surgical errors, prescription drug errors, birth injuries, failure to treat diseases, delay in treatment, and negligence are just a few examples of medical malpractice. People of all ages are at risk for medical malpractice, including children, adults, and the elderly.
Medical malpractice is a distressing situation, and the Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers at Cherry, Fieger, and Marciano, LLP, will make the process as simple as possible for you. If you or a loved one has been the victim of medical malpractice in Pennsylvania, please contact Cherry, Fieger, and Marciano, LLP, today for a free consultation with a Philadelphia PA medical malpractice attorney.
]]>According to this article in the Philadelphia Inquirer, the school bus driver had previous citations and was involved in a fatal accident.
When a prospective employer checked the school bus motorist’s driving record, there were only two 1999 citations listed, careless driving and failing to heed a stop sign.
But, in November 1999, the male school bus driver had been on his cell phone when his Ford Explorer went through a stop sign in Bucks County and caused an accident that killed a 2-year-old girl and injured her mother. The fatal car accident in Pennsylvania led to a lawsuit resulting in a six-figure settlement.
The November of 1999 accident resulted in two violations for the 38-year-old man, one of which carried points. Neither the criminal nor motor-vehicle reports showed any record of the man being charged with a crime or any details about the 1999 accident.
The February 17th accident killed a 27-year-old man and seriously injured a 41-year-old man.
The article said that the bus carrying 45 children was turning across traffic into the Perkiomen Valley Middle School West parking lot when it collided with a Honda Civic carrying the two aforementioned men.
The 38-year old school bus driver was not hurt, but five students were treated at the scene for minor injuries.
]]> The 1999 accident fatally injured one individual. A civil suit was filed by this individual’s family against the bus driver and his employer at the time, Delaware Valley College. It was settled and estate records show the family received at least $207,000.In 1999, the bus driver was sued by a Quakertown man who was injured when the bus driver’s vehicle rear-ended his car two years earlier. That lawsuit was settled in 2001.
When needless death occurs due to the negligence of another party, wrongful death lawsuits can be filed. In these lawsuits, the decedent’s heirs sue the negligent party or parties for damages related to the loss of life and their own pain and suffering. It is recommended that families who think their family member’s death was wrongful first contact a wrongful death attorney for a case assessment. If the case is valid, the attorney can help investigate the claim, gather evidence, represent them in court, and collect the compensation they deserve.
The attorneys at Cherry Fieger Marciano understand the devastating impact a Pennsylvania wrongful death can have on a family. They can help you find justice and compensation for your loved one’s death. Your case consultation with one of the Philadelphia, PA wrongful death attorneys is free of charge and completely confidential.
]]>According to an article on Philly.com, the Toyota executive in charge of quality control said the company was reviewing about 100 complaints about power steering in the Corolla.
The executive said drivers may feel as though they were losing control over the steering, but it was unclear why. He mentioned problems with the braking system or tires as possible underlying causes. U.S. officials are also investigating.
The article stated that the company was prepared to fix any defects it found and that it would install a backup safety system in all future models worldwide that will override the accelerator if the gas and brake pedals are pressed at the same time. Acceleration problems are behind most of the 8.5 million vehicles recalled by the automaker since November of 2009.
Consumers have the right to assume that products they purchase or use have been produced in a manner that would ensure that they are safe and free from unreasonable risks. If a company manufactures a product that is hazardous to the user, the company must be held liable for any injuries or fatalities that occurred due to the faulty product.
]]> There are innumerable products that may pose serious threats to innocent consumers if they have a defect, and may include auto parts, toys, medications, motor vehicles, household appliances, and furniture.If you have a Pennsylvania defective product claim, you will require the representation of a Philadelphia Pennsylvania products liability attorney from Cherry, Fieger and Marciano, LLP to handle all of the complexities involved with this type of case. There are many steps to a product liability case, beginning with proving that the product was in fact defective, next proving the product was the cause of the injury, and finally proving that the product was not used unreasonably. Contact their firm today to discuss your case with an experienced legal professional.
Source report: http://www.philly.com/philly/classifieds/cars/20100218_Corollas_pose_new_concern_for_Toyota.html
]]>The CT Scan, which scans those who have suffered a stroke, aids hospital officials in determining how much damage has been done to the brain. Another issue that raises concerns for FDA officials and the public is that the problem with the first two hospitals involved scanners from GE, but the scanner in the third hospital is manufactured by Toshiba. A doctor who is the acting director of the FDA’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health said, “Given the fact that we are dealing with two manufacturers and multiple institutions, we wouldn’t be surprised if there are more problems at other institutions”.
Hospitals throughout the country have been directed by the FDA to review radiation dosing guidelines when a CT perfusion scan will be performed. This means that CT technologists must be trained to check the display on the scanner prior to the scan. According to the FDA, an estimated 150,000 CT brain perfusion scans are carried out yearly throughout the country. It is of the utmost importance for all the machines to be checked properly and hospital personnel must be accurately trained to operate them as soon as possible. The FDA is continuing their investigation as to whether the overdoses are a result of human error, defective machines, or both.
]]> Each day, thousands of people see doctors, check into hospitals or rush to the emergency room for treatment for various ailments and illnesses. This story clearly shows that all too often, we take for granted the adequate standard of care given by those in the medical field. But what about the thousands of people who encounter medical professionals who don’t live up to even the lowest of standards? These individuals are victims of medical negligence also known as medical malpractice.If you or someone you love feel that you have been treated wrongly by a medical doctor, hospital, or someone in the medical field, contact the Pennsylvania medical malpractice lawyers at Cherry, Fieger, & Marciano, LLP. They have the knowledge and experience in PA personal injury litigation that you need to be successful with your medical malpractice claim. Cherry, Fieger, & Marciano’s personal injury lawyers have dealt with medical malpractice cases and can look at the basic information and determine whether or not you have grounds to file a claim against a doctor, medical team, pharmacist, or hospital for medical malpractice. Call 888-684-7192 today for a free consultation.
Source article: http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-ctscan8-2009dec08,0,406924.story
]]>The first recall was issued back in 2001 because of potential entrapment and strangulation hazards. Officials at the Consumer Product Safety Commission reported that they had received a report of a one year old Mississippi girl lodging her head between the decorative cutouts on the headboard, causing her death. The accident took place in 2003 but officials declined to specify when they were made aware of this sad accident.
CPSC reports that the cribs were manufactured back in the year 2001 which could make it particularly difficult to inform parents as they probably have given or sold the crib to another individual or it may be being offered at second hand stores. The LaJobi models were made in Italy and are called Molly and Betsy Style. If you believe that you possess one of these cribs LaJobi urges you to contact them by phone for replacement panels at 1-800-266-2848.
Parents expect that their children will be completely secure in a crib, but unfortunately, this is not always the case. There are a number of ways in which the crib you choose could potentially harm your child. Although baby products are highly regulated to prevent injuries, some manufacturing problems and other mistakes can hurt your infant.
Source article: http://www.contracostatimes.com/nation-world/ci_13908780
]]>The troubling revelation has many experts proclaiming that there is too much reliance on medical machinery in the health industry and that this is a growing problem of modern technology.
Chief medical officer for Siemens, a manufacturer of CT scanners, said, “It’s in your face on the screen,” when describing the radiation levels during a CT scan. Investigators are trying to figure out why no one noticed the problem for 18 months. Director of the Center for Radiological Research said, “It’s pretty mystifying to me.”
The state Department of Public Health and the FDA are investigating while Cedars-Sinai claims that the overdoses happened as a result of the hospital reconfiguring a scanner in order to improve physicians’ capability to see blood flow in the brain. Cedars-Sinai released a statement that said they have “added double-checks to our process whenever a protocol is changed.”
]]> Today, over 70 million scans are performed and issues like overdose raise big concerns for patients. Cedars-Sinai should have been aware of the overdoses as soon as they occurred. There are also supposed to be fail-safes in place when the machines are calibrated.If you or someone you love feel that you have been treated wrongly by a medical doctor, hospital, or someone in the medical field, please contact the Pennsylvania medical malpractice lawyers at Cherry, Fieger, & Marciano. Their personal injury lawyers have handled several medical malpractice cases and can look at the basic information and determine whether or not you have grounds to file a claim against a doctor, medical team, pharmacist, or hospital for negligence. Call Cherry, Fieger, & Marciano today at 888-684-7192 for a free consultation.
Source article: http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-cedars-sinai14-2009oct14,0,4844125,full.story
]]>Construction sites are very dangerous work places and the state and federal government have imposed safety policies and regulations to ensure worker safety. Construction accidents in Pennsylvania continue to be common, despite the many state and federal regulations, as well as industry standards, requiring owners, general contractors and sub-contractors to implement a wide variety of safety measures to ensure worker safety. Negligent general contractors, sub-contractors, vendors, and employees can cause many of these dangers, which often result in substantial injuries to construction workers at the job site. In fact, construction accidents often cause life-threatening conditions, require amputation or extensive reconstructive surgery, and tragically leave innocent victims with brain injuries, disfigurement, and other conditions that impact their ability to hold down a job or even pay for their own care.
]]> Don’t let the pain and suffering of a construction accident devastate your life. If you or someone you love has suffered a serious injury because of a construction accident in Pennsylvania, contact the Philadelphia construction site accident lawyers at Cherry, Fieger & Marciano. The skilled professional team of lawyers at Cherry, Fieger & Marciano have won judgments over and over for their clients which involved layers of complicated workplace issues. They will fight to get you the money you are rightly owed. Please call 888-684-7192 for a free consultation.Source article: www.mcall.com/news/police/all-a7_1pikeax.7071265oct30,0,5301527.story
]]>A 45-year-old independent woman from Arlington Virginia who has cerebral palsy and multiple sclerosis and works as a consultant stated that she has been able to live a normal life, but worries that if her conditions worsen she may be in serious need of long term care.
Advocates of the program claim it will help many aging Americans who may become severely disabled and require nursing home or assisted living care. Critics contend the program and say it will lead to grave financial troubles. As a large segment of society continues to age and the question over their long term care continues to play out on Capitol Hill, it is important to address the inherent dangers that can exist for those that choose nursing home care for their loved ones.
]]> No matter where you stand on this very important issue, we all understand that going to a nursing home is difficult. Family members worry about their loved ones who require long term care as they place their trust in care providers. Accidents and abuse at nursing homes sometimes occur even as new state and federal regulations have been put into effect to reduce such dreadful oversights and accidents.If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury at a nursing home in Pennsylvania, contact the Philadelphia nursing home abuse lawyers at Cherry, Fieger, & Marciano. They understand how difficult it is on family members when a loved one is seriously injured due to someone else’s neglect. They have committed themselves to helping those wronged by negligent parties and will fight for you in court. Time and time again they have successfully represented their clients. Working as a team, the lawyers at Cherry, Fieger, Marciano LLP will help ease any issues that may arise due to the nursing home abuse; and will help you bring back some sense of normalcy into your life. Please call 610-565-8300 for a free in home consultation.
Source article: http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/14/health/policy/14care.html
Unilever describes the bacteria, called Bacillus cereus, as a micro-organism that can cause diarrhea, nausea and vomiting when ingested. The company spokeswoman did not have information on whether calls from consumers had prompted the recall or if consumers would be compensated for any problems. Unilever’s spokeswoman did say that, “The probability of serious, adverse consequences is remote.” The company also announced that, “Out of an abundance of caution, the company is recalling all ready-to-drink products in cans that are currently in distribution centers, on shelf or in back room retail outlets or in consumer’s homes.” Unilever asked the public to throw away any cans they have and contact them for a full refund.
]]> If you believe that you or a loved one have suffered serious injury in Pennsylvania due to a defective or contaminated food product, you may be able to join other plaintiffs in a class action suit. At Cherry, Fieger, & Marciano our Pennsylvania class action lawyers represent consumers, injured persons and small businesses in class action lawsuits with the intention of receiving monetary or other damage claims within the Federal and Pennsylvania State court systems. Consumers have rights that deserve to be protected and Cherry, Fieger, & Marciano will go to court for you seeking the maximum compensation for your losses. Please call 888-684-7192 for a free consultation.Source article: http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,579611,00.html?loomia_ow=t0:s0:a16:g4:r4:c0.000000:b29246830:z10
]]>This man’s family is eligible for worker’s compensation benefits through his employer. These benefits often are inadequate and may not be enough to cover a worker’s family. It may be in the worker’s family’s best interest, however, to also contact an experienced worker’s compensation attorney who can carefully examine the incident to identify any negligence or wrongdoing.
A“third party claim” may be considered in which a claim may be filed against parties that are not the worker’s employer. It could be a contractor, a sub-contractor, or even the manufacturer of a defective product. If it is determined that one of those parties was responsible for the accident and any injuries, then they could be held liable.
]]> Any worker who has sustained an injury arising out of and in the course of their employment has a potential workers’ compensation claim. The injury can occur while traveling on business, doing a work-related errand, attending a required business-related social function, or even while on a break or using restroom facilities and you are still legally covered by workers compensation.Whether your injury was a simple slip and fall, or involves serious injuries, Cherry, Fieger, & Marciano can help you. These dedicated PA work injury lawyers will do everything possible to get the monetary compensation that is owed to you to help pay medical bills, physical therapy, loss of work and more.
Source article: http://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local-beat/NYC-Sanitation-Worker-Killed-on-the-Job-82701412.html
]]>According to an article in the Philadelphia Inquirer, the girl will serve at least six months at the facility and will be evaluated at six-month intervals to determine when she can be released.
In September, the girl was traveling nearly 30 m.p.h. above the speed limit when she lost control of her car in Warrington, PA. The vehicle slammed into a tree, killing a 16-year-old girl who was a passenger in the backseat.
The 18-year-old girl and another student in the car sustained minor injuries.
In December, the girl entered an admission in a nonadversarial hearing, which is the Juvenile Court equivalent of a guilty plea. She is on house arrest and undergoing therapy.
The girl was also sentenced to community service and ordered to continue therapy sessions.
Her driver’s license is suspended indefinitely and she must pay a fine.
]]> The 18-year-old in this case should also be held civilly responsible for the death of her 16-year-old passenger. Her family deserves to be rightfully compensated for their loss. They would be well advised to contact a reputed Philadelphia wrongful death attorney who will file a wrongful death claim on their behalf and fight for their rights.Cherry, Fieger, and Marciano understand the devastating impact a Pennsylvania wrongful death can have on a family. They can help you find justice and compensation for your loved one’s death.
The amount that can be claimed and the heirs who are allowed to file a Pennsylvania wrongful death lawsuit can vary widely depending on jurisdiction. In addition, statutes of limitation may come into play that limit the time a family has to file a wrongful death lawsuit. For these reasons and due to the complexity of these cases, it is recommended that families who think their family member’s death was wrongful first contact a wrongful death attorney for a case assessment. If the case is valid, the attorney can help investigate the claim, gather evidence, represent them in court, and collect the compensation they deserve.
Call today for a free case evaluation and more information on Cherry Fieger, and Marciano’s exemplary track record, documented legal skills, and unparalleled resources. Your case consultation with one of the Philadelphia, PA wrongful death attorneys is free of charge and completely confidential.
Source article: http://www.philly.com/inquirer/local/pa/20100206_Bucks_student_sentenced_in_car_death.html
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