By Desiree Housek, Staff Writer Many women who were diagnosed with breast cancer and took the drug Taxotere, a chemotherapy drug, now face permanent hair loss or baldness. Taxotere is an alternative drug to treat cancer, and though some believe it to be inferior, many women chose to take it due to it being more convenient to take and … [Read more...]
The First Lawyer
Apple vs. Department of Justice
On Monday, a federal judge in Brooklyn, New York, went against the Federal Justice Department and denied the government’s application to force Apple to grant investigators access to data from a locked iPhone that was seized during a drug investigation. The ruling may influence the outcome of the San Bernardino terrorism case in which Apple has … [Read more...]
Avvo Sued for Violation of Right of Publicity
Avvo, an online directory where consumers can search for attorneys by name, area of practice, or city, has found itself in a class-action lawsuit claiming that the website earns money by publishing the information of lawyers without their permission. Chicago attorney, Maria Bernstein, has filed a lawsuit on behalf of herself and all other … [Read more...]
Manufacturer Loses Risperdal Gynecomastia Case
By Desiree Housek, Staff Writer Families have been filing legal claims against Johnson & Johnson and its Janssen Pharmaceuticals unit, which is responsible for Risperdal, an antipsychotic drug. The drug has been associated with causing male breast tissue enlargement, a condition known as gynecomastia. In 2006 and 2007, the FDA approved … [Read more...]
Record Numbers of Wage and Hour Lawsuits Filed in FY 2015
In fiscal year 2015, 8,781 lawsuits were filed alleging violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). That is an 8% jump from last year and a 358% increase from FY 2000. It is a record high, and the numbers are expected to be even higher in FY 2016. The FLSA addresses minimum wage, overtime pay, and more. Independent Contractor … [Read more...]
World Homicide Report (United Nations, 2013)
by Dr. James Wright The United Nations just released its 2013 report on world murder rates (UN Office of Drugs & Crime). It includes over 160 pages of color-coded charts and statistics detailing country homicide numbers (per capita), types of weapons/instruments (guns, knives, other agents), annual changes, etc. The Americas (North, Central, … [Read more...]
Essure Contraceptive Device Tied to Fetal Deaths
By Desiree Housek, Staff Writer Bayer HealthCare’s contraception device, Essure, is believed to have been linked to more fetal deaths than was previously thought by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). After five years of clinical trials, the FDA approved the use of Essure as an alternative to tubal ligation in 2002. The procedure takes … [Read more...]
Charitable Giving
For many people, charitable giving can become a powerful and meaningful legacy. It’s important that you talk to your loved ones about this kind of generosity, but an experienced estate attorney can help you understand your options. Donating from an estate can come in several forms: of an outright gift in your will, through a retirement account, as … [Read more...]
Should You Choose Short Sale or Deed in Lieu to Avoid Foreclosure?
Sometimes when you are facing foreclosure it is not possible or sensible to keep your home. That does not mean you should simply do nothing and let the foreclosure proceed. Foreclosure destroys your credit and can result in a deficiency judgement, meaning that after losing your home you will still have to pay money. This happens when the … [Read more...]
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