Texas Man Alleges Fentanyl Lollipops Caused Tooth Decay
A Texas man has filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer of the Actiq Fentanyl lollipop, alleging that the product caused severe tooth decay and almost $40,000 in dental work.
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Archive for September, 2009
Several Prescription Drugs Linked to Tardive Dyskinesia
Tardive dyskinesia is a muscle disorder characterized by repetitive, involuntary, movements of the face, arms, legs, and torso. This disorder may be linked to use of medications such as antipsychotics, antidepressants, Reglan, and other metoclopramides.
Abuse of Painkiller Fentanyl Increases Nationwide
Fentanyl is a powerful opioid that is 100 times stronger than morphine. While Fentanyl can legally be prescribed to patients who suffer from chronic pain, the drug has been subject to abuse.
New Prescription Metoclopramide Tablet Wins FDA Approval
The FDA has approved a metoclopramide tablet that melts in the mouth. This is despite recent lawsuits filed against the makers of Reglan (a form of metoclopramide) that allege the drug is associated with an increased risk of the development of muscle disorders.
Man Awarded $2.3 Million for Injuries Sustained at Boomers in Boca Raton
A Palm Beach County jury has awarded $2.3 million to a man who suffered injuries from an accident that occurred at an entertainment complex in Boca Raton.
Fluoroquinolones May Cause Double Vision
A study that was recently published in Ophthalmology journal found that people who take flouroquinolones have an increased risk of developing double vision.
Lenawee County Circuit Court Jury Awards Nearly $2 Million to Man Injured by Teenage Driver
A man who suffered a brain injury in a 2005 car accident has been awarded nearly $2 million by a Lenawee County Circuit Court jury. Douglas Mayher, of Britton, Michigan was injured when his vehicle was struck by a teenage driver whose car went airborne as she attempted to pass another vehicle on M-50.
Missouri Police Arrest Suspect in Multiple Bank Robberies
On September 12, Missouri police arrested Chad Schaffner, 37, whom police believe robbed at least 10 banks in multiple states since May. Schaffner, who has a criminal record, faces multiple charges, including bank robbery, burglary, armed robbery, receiving stolen property, and drug charges.
Actress Katherine Heigl Adopts a Korean Child
Actress Katherine Heigl, 30, revealed on the Ellen DeGeneres Show that she and her husband, Josh Kelley, 29, are adopting a special-needs child from Korea. The baby girl will turn 1 year old in November.
Four New Levaquin Suits Filed Over Tendon Rupture Risks
Four Levaquin lawsuits have been filed in Illinois state court against the manufacturer of the drug Johnson & Johnson and their subsidiary, Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical Inc., as well as against Walgreen Co.
Family of Drowning Victim Awarded Almost $3.8 Million
The family of a nineteen-year old man who suffered fatal injuries in a hotel pool accident has been awarded almost $3.8 million. The victim drowned in the deep end of the pool and was unable to be found right away because the water was so dark and cloudy.
Multi-Million Dollar Settlement Awarded to Family of a Car Accident Victim
The family of a man who died from injuries sustained in a crash on Interstate 15 has been awarded almost $4.4 million in damages. A Utah jury found that the state department of transportation and a subcontractor assisting with bridge construction were partially responsible for the accident.
Actress Lori Petty to Serve Five Years Probation for DUI
Actress Lori Petty, star of Tank Girl and A League of Their Own, pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor DUI charge at the Los Angeles County Superior Court. Under Petty’s plea deal, she will attend AA meetings, pay fines, and receive outpatient treatment.
Justice Department Files Lawsuit Under the Americans with Disabilities Act
The Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Ventura County under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The lawsuit alleges that the county did not hire a qualified candidate because she is deaf.
Pfizer Fined a Record Sum $2.3B for Unethical Marketing
Pfizer, one of the largest pharmaceutical companies agrees to pay a record sum of $2.3 billion to settle criminal and civil liability related to the illegal promotion if its drug Bextra.
CSI: Miami Star to Divorce Wife – Seeks Joint Custody of Children
CSI: Miami star Eddie Cibrian filed for divorce from his wife, model Brandi Glanville, on August 24. Cibrian cited irreconcilable differences and is seeking joint custody of the couple’s two sons. Cibrian is rumored to be having an affair with singer LeAnn Rimes.
Los Angeles County Coroner Rules Michael Jackson’s Death a Homicide
The Los Angeles County coroner reported Friday that Michael Jackson’s death was a homicide involving several prescription drugs. The coroner’s report will remain on security hold as authorities continue the criminal investigation into Jackson’s death.
Watson Pharmaceuticals Adjusts Equipment Calibration to Correct Potential Fentanyl Leaks
A Watson Pharmaceuticals representative announced that the company has adjusted the calibration on its equipment to avoid Fentanyl pain patch leaks caused by manufacturing defects.