FDA Recalls Surgical Stapler after Patient Death
The government is issuing a recall for a surgical stapler after reports that seven patients were seriously injured, and one died. According to news reports,…
Defective & Dangerous Products
FDA Changes Rules on Faulty Medical Device Reports
Roughly 20 years ago, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) created a controversial program for medical device manufacturers to submit alternative summary reports regarding known…
New Takata Recalls Affects 1.4 Million Airbags
Over the past several years, there have been more than 42 million vehicles recalled that were equipped with 52 million defective Takata airbags, that affected…
Family Behind OxyContin Pocketed Billions While Opioid Epidemic Raged
A spate of news stories in mid-December 2019 filled in many of the remaining gaps in the story of who drove and financially benefited from…
Heartburn Medicine Recalled Because of Cancer Concerns
As consumers, we depend on government agencies, like the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), that are tasked with making…
How Personal Injury Cases Differ From Workers’ Compensation Claims in Virginia
Getting hurt on the job in Virginia usually entitles you to seek workers’ compensation benefits. Some restrictions apply. For instance, a select few employers such…
E. Coli Outbreak Caused by Ground Beef
Since last month, 156 people have become ill with E. Coli food poisoning throughout 10 states. Two of those victims live right here in Virginia.…
Is Your Bicycle Helmet a Counterfeit?
Many residents and visitors to Virginia enjoy cycling for both exercise and recreation. There are also a lot of cyclists who use their bikes for…
Infant Product Liability Accidents
Many expectant parents spend hours and hours researching all the different infant products on the market, ensuring they buy the safest products for their new…
Thousands of Vehicles Recalled Due to Engine Fire Dangers
When most drivers get into their vehicles, they take for granted that the vehicle they are driving is in good working order. Granted, there are…