Category: Medical Product Liability

Opioid Crisis: Who’s Hit The Hardest In Missouri?

Close to 2,000 towns, cities and counties have filed federal lawsuits against several drug companies for the role they played in the recent opioid crisis. The claim is that the drug companies have failed to properly control the number of prescriptions that doctors have been writing for painkillers for years. That negligence is a significant factor in […]

Written by on November 28, 2019

Missouri Supreme Court Ruling Impacts Talcum Powder Litigation

Most people are aware of the multiple lawsuits that Johnson & Johnson is facing. The claim is that their talcum powder led many women to develop cancer, and those women are looking for justice. A lot of them will be disappointed to learn that they might not get it.  Missouri Supreme Court Ruling in Johnon […]

Written by on October 1, 2019

Learn More About Medical Liability Before You Consider a Lawsuit

When you've been injured in a medical malpractice case, your first thought may be to talk with an attorney and file a lawsuit. While that might be exactly what you need to do, there is so much you should know about medical liability before you proceed. What is Medical Liability? Medical liability means that the […]

Written by on June 27, 2019

Could You Have a Medical Malpractice Case? What to Know

When you believe you have a medical malpractice case, there is so much that you need to know. These cases are never cut and dry, and many times, they can be hard to win. We'd like to take this opportunity to help you so you will know everything you need to know. Basic Requirements for […]

Written by on May 14, 2019

When Should You Sue For Medical Malpractice

Many medical malpractice cases go unreported because the victims simply do not understand what their rights are under the law. It’s very important for you to know if you should hire an attorney if you believe that you’ve been a victim of medical malpractice. What is Medical Malpractice? Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor or […]

Written by on January 10, 2019

An Update on the $4.7 Billion Talcum Powder Law Suit

Twenty-two women and their families were awarded a grand total of $4.7 billion by a jury in Missouri after suing Johnson & Johnson. All of the women had been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and six of them had died from the disease. Of course, Johnson & Johnson had a lot to say about the verdict […]

Written by on September 25, 2018

Attention All Scooter Users – Lawsuits May be on the Rise

It seems strange to think that anyone would file a lawsuit against someone who is riding a scooter. You mostly hear about lawsuits against automobile and truck drivers. The reality is that someone driving a scooter can be just as liable, and they need to follow the rules of the road. The Rise in Popularity […]

Written by on August 30, 2018

What Is Considered a Defective Drug for a Lawsuit?

The area of defective drugs is one that is often misunderstood. Like many people, you may not understand what these substances are, or how to identify them. You also may not have a firm grasp on your rights as a patient. The fact is that defective drugs can be very dangerous, and you need to […]

Written by on August 23, 2018