The use of transabdominal meshes in patients was intended to help prevent the prolapsing of pelvic organs and floors, but so far, doctors and researchers are questioning how useful these can be for women. There are many important questions to ask because of the potential for harmful long-term effects on the body. There is no […]
Science That Proves Elmiron Causes Vision Loss
If you’ve been taking Elmiron, also known as Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium, there’s troubling news you need to be aware of. A medical journal article published in JAMA Ophthalmology found in a recent study that there was a link between the drug and vision loss. Long-term use of Elmiron led to patients contracting a vision-threatening macular […]
The Dangers of Pelvic Mesh That You Need to Know
Pelvic mesh is a tool used to help treat ailments such as Pelvic Organ Prolapse and Stress Urinary Incontinence. Pelvic Organ Prolapse involves one or more pelvic organs dropping out of their normal position. Stress Urinary Incontinence is an involuntary leaking of urine when there’s pressure on the bladder. The material used to make pelvic […]
Do You Need to Retain an Attorney to Review Your Elmiron Vision Loss Case?
If you’ve been taking Elmiron and have suffered vision loss, retaining an attorney to review your case can help determine if you should file a lawsuit. Experienced law firms in Chicago and elsewhere are taking Elmiron lawsuits and can assess the merits of your case in Chicago or elsewhere. It’s essential to know some […]
Important Information You Need to Know on Elmiron Lawsuits for Central Vision Loss
Elmiron is a drug that’s been used to help treat chronic bladder pain, including interstitial cystitis. If you’ve been taking it for this health issue, be aware that you’ve been at risk for central vision loss. Research has shown that the drug is linked to retinal maculopathy, an eye disease that can cause significant vision […]
Looking to Retain a Chicago Attorney to Review Your Paragard IUD Case?
Most people in the US are familiar with class action lawsuits and individual cases being brought against giant corporations. While successful cases commonly become media sensations, most plaintiffs walk away with nothing. Having a top attorney review your case for its viability is an essential step in coming out successful against a major corporation. Tom […]
What You Need to Know About the Zantac Recall and How You Can Get Compensation
If you’ve had to deal with persistent gastrointestinal issues, the chances are high that you’ve used Zantac at least once. In 2017, over 16 million people used the drug nationwide. It also ranks as the 48th most prescribed drug in the United States. There is now an MDL formed in the Southern District of […]
Johnson & Johnson to Pay 20M in Landmark Transvaginal Case in Indiana
Most people are skeptical about their ability to be compensated by a medical device manufacturer should a medical procedure they’ve undergone cause them significant physical and mental anguish. On March 12, 2018, an Indiana woman accomplished just that. The jury presiding over the case awarded her a combined verdict of 35M in compensation, with $10M […]
Risperdal Breast Enlargement Lawsuit In Chicago
Most of us rely on medications daily to help us achieve and maintain our optimal functioning. Most of the time, there’s nothing out of the ordinary to report when it comes to taking our meds. We pop a pill and trust that medical science did its due diligence before allowing the drug to go to […]
New Developments Involving Breast Implant Litigation
Cosmetic modifications often come in the way of tummy tucks, lip injections, and breast implants. Breast implants are a hot topic today as the world of breast implant litigation is changing quite rapidly. Not all surgeries go as planned, and sometimes it is directly the fault of the surgeon present or the manufacturers of the […]