December 14, 2020
Mary Bayes and her husband Philip Bayes received their holiday presents early this year. A St. Louis federal jury awarded the couple $20 million and $1 million respectively for the injuries Mrs. Bayes suffered as a result of her defective Biomet M2a Magnum metal-on-metal hip…
October 15, 2020
The MiniMed 600 series Insulin Pump System (630G and 670G) and its Pro Infusion Sets, in particular, is an example of this device used for diabetes management. Manufactured and distributed by Medtronic, the product appeared to be an effective therapy for diabetic patients. However, in…
June 7, 2019
Johnson & Johnson is currently under criminal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice and Securities & Exchange Commission concerning contamination of its baby powder. In 2014, the FDA denied a request to include the warning that talcum powder could contain asbestos. At that time,…
January 24, 2019
Recently, attorney Tom Yost sat down with Elsa, from WMAR’s Midday Maryland to discuss the potential dangers of medical devices, specifically Essure birth control and metal on metal hip implants. He talks about the way in which the FDA approves these devices and allows them…
September 27, 2018
In July of 2018, concerns about cancer prompted the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) to issue a voluntary recall for the blood pressure and heart medication Valsartan. Doctors prescribe Valsartan for patients to treat their high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. Pharmacies are sending…
January 18, 2017
When making an important purchase, such as a mobile device or a vehicle, there are many factors that help in your decision making process. It is important to consider the potential safety risks associated with any product that you purchase. As consumers, we put our…
July 27, 2016
When the stomach produces too much gastric acid, it can enter other parts of the body such as the throat and cause irritation, ulcers and other damage. This burning sensation in the throat or upper chest, which is often referred to as acid reflux or…
March 9, 2016
The FDA announced on Monday, 2/29 that it will recommend a “black box warning” label for the Essure permanent birth control device. According to the FDA website, a black box warning label is “designed to call attention to serious or life-threatening risks” associated with a…
February 4, 2016
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers to avoid “Bentonite Me Baby” by Alikay Naturals due to a risk of lead poisoning. “Bentonite Me Baby” is marketed as medicinal clay that can be ingested or applied topically for the treatment of several conditions.…
February 2, 2016
In the CDC's most recent Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, the agency calls for greater research on antidepressant drug use during pregnancy. The CDC's research in the past has indicated that there may be a link between the use of SSRI antidepressant medications during pregnancy…
