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Baron and Budd Achieves Top Two 2011 Product Liability Verdicts in Texas. May 24, 2012 530
A silver bullet: under the proper circumstances, a favorable workers' compensation ruling can be the solution to end a plaintiff's product liability suit. Jones, Dan; Gray, Mike Mar 1, 2012 1651
Cybex Reports Appellate Decision in Product Liability Suit. Nov 21, 2011 757
The Appellate Division of State Supreme Court has Upheld a Landmark 2010 Products Liability Verdict Which Found Cybex International Responsible for Catastrophic Injuries Suffered by a Cheektowaga Woman. Nov 18, 2011 800
$60 million Trasylol[R] settlement reached. Finkel, J. Brief article Sep 1, 2011 195
Appellate Court Issues Stay in CYBEX Product Liability Suit. May 26, 2011 485
Jury Awards Patient $2.2 Million in Defective Laparoscopic Instrument Design Verdict. Jan 25, 2011 762
Court to decide lawsuit over generic drug labels. Brief article Dec 14, 2010 259
Jury rules against J&J in antibiotic suit. Dec 14, 2010 442
Jury Verdict Rendered against Cybex International, Inc. in Product Liability Suit; CYBEX to Appeal. Dec 8, 2010 554
J&J wins new trial in WV drug lawsuit. Nov 30, 2010 322
Drug suits raise questions about bisphosphonates. Nov 16, 2010 1104
Pfizer wins Arkansas lawsuit linking Prempro to woman's breast cancer. Nov 2, 2010 440
Lawsuit: faulty GE CT scanners caused brain damage. Nov 2, 2010 334
Novartis downplayed risk of bone drugs: lawsuit. Nov 2, 2010 326
Pfizer enters settlement for $3.78 million following death of 9-year-old. Oct 19, 2010 351
Supreme Court rejects Pfizer, other drug companies' appeal on menopause drug suit. Brief article Oct 19, 2010 179
Justices weigh lawsuits over vaccine side effects. Oct 19, 2010 679
Medtronic to pay $268 million to settle defibrillator wire flaw lawsuits. Oct 19, 2010 430
Synthes to pay $23 million to settle charges over bone-cement tests. Oct 19, 2010 477
AstraZeneca given more time to settle 6,000 Seroquel lawsuits. Sep 7, 2010 529
Matrixx to settle certain suits related to cold remedy; AdvaMed weighs in on shareholder suit. Sep 7, 2010 450
Pfizer wins PA Prempro case, settles before retrial on damages in AR. Sep 7, 2010 782
Bayer to pay $60 million to settle Trasylol suits. Sep 7, 2010 503
Senator seeks data on artificial joints. Aug 10, 2010 521
Merck paid 3,468 death claims to resolve Vioxx suits. Aug 10, 2010 484
AstraZeneca will keep Seroquel settlement terms confidential. Brief article Aug 10, 2010 260
FDA defeated in selenium health claims case. Aug 1, 2010 330
Glaxo to pay $460 million to settle Avandia damage suits; also settles some Paxil cases. Jul 27, 2010 566
Lawsuit against J&J seeks to widen scope of refunds for recalled meds. Brief article Jun 29, 2010 295
Supreme Court allows new trial in hormone therapy case; Pfizer faces 200 suits in other cases. Jun 29, 2010 720
Merck hit with $8 million Fosamax verdict. Brief article Jun 29, 2010 127
Judge orders a pre-sentence report in Guidant case. Brief article Jun 1, 2010 226
Zinc, Denture Creams, and Lawsuits. Gaby, Alan R. Brief article Jun 1, 2010 264
Merck wins second Fosamax trial on jaw death claim. May 18, 2010 491
Wyeth seeks new Nevada trial in hormone drugs case. May 18, 2010 360
NM woman sues, alleges HPV vaccine hurt daughter. May 5, 2010 439
Judge rejects plea deal for Guidant. May 5, 2010 591
Merck hid Vioxx's risks from Louisiana, official says. Apr 20, 2010 529
Judges rule that thimerosal does not cause autism. Mar 23, 2010 415
Jury rules for AstraZeneca in Seroquel trial. Mar 23, 2010 517
Guidant charged with federal crimes related to June 2005 defibrillator recalls. Mar 9, 2010 595
Botox maker is not liable in girl's death, Calif. jury says. Mar 9, 2010 421
Drug company pleads guilty to health fraud. Faloon, William Mar 1, 2010 1150
Drug company pleads guilty to health fraud. Faloon, William Mar 1, 2010 1083
Baxter faces dozens of new suits over tainted heparin. Jan 26, 2010 365
Pfizer must face menopause-drug award, court finds. Jan 13, 2010 521
A movement, a lawsuit, and the integrity of sponsored law and economics research. McGarity, Thomas O. Jan 1, 2010 13803
Pfizer units win dismissal of 23 menopause drug suits. Dec 22, 2009 399
Bayer sued over birth control Yaz's risks. Dec 8, 2009 535
Merck says key Fosamax lawsuit dismissed. Brief article Dec 8, 2009 175
Prempro punitive damages verdict remains secret. Nov 10, 2009 444
Judge dismisses Medtronic heart device suits. Brief article Nov 10, 2009 208
States sue Amgen for marketing of anemia drug. Nov 10, 2009 341
Glaxo linked birth defect to Paxil, former executive says. Sep 30, 2009 446
Mylan faces several product liability lawsuits over pain patches. Aug 11, 2009 403
Merck, Schering in $41.5 million settlement; Merck also settles Vioxx lawsuits. Aug 11, 2009 510
Pfizer, Nigeria settle antibiotic lawsuit. Aug 11, 2009 511
Suicide victim's family drops Neurontin suit; whistle-blower testifies to off-label marketing. Aug 11, 2009 789
Two executives plead guilty in illegal use of bone cement. Brief article Jul 28, 2009 221
Patients sue Stryker over medication pumps. Brief article Jul 14, 2009 142
Women sue over device to stop urine leaks. May 19, 2009 650
Lilly wins ruling to exclude doctor's Zyprexa testimony. May 19, 2009 418
Supreme Court decision breaks drug lawsuit logjam. May 5, 2009 1101
Pfizer resolves Rezulin cases. Apr 7, 2009 584
NJ denies class action in Merck Vioxx case. Brief article Mar 24, 2009 287
Judge in Medtronic case will not remove himself. Mar 24, 2009 342
Oh, no! Not Victoria's Secret ... formaldehyde in bras. Gerson, Charlotte Brief article Mar 1, 2009 199
Wisconsin Supreme Court tosses suit against Medtronic. Feb 24, 2009 629
Eye injuries from 'toxic sofas' is part of largest consumer class action. Brief article Jan 16, 2009 312
Berrett & Taylor, LC. Taylor, Mark D. Brief article Jan 1, 2009 102
Fabian & Clendenin. Cannon, Doug Brief article Jan 1, 2009 106
Richards, Brandt, Miller & Nelson. McCarty, Mark L. Brief article Jan 1, 2009 102
Not authorized promotion. Mokhiber, Russell Brief article Nov 1, 2008 244
Wyeth v. Levine sets up a showdown in the preemption corral. Porter, Rebecca Oct 1, 2008 1764
The last-minute expert. Slavik, Donald H. Oct 1, 2008 1218
Developing memorable expert testimony: you can turn your expert's dry technical testimony into a powerful teaching tool. Using PowerPoint slides to reinforce key points of your direct examination will help the jury understand, and remember, what your expert is saying. Sullivan, Robert; Langdon, Bob Oct 1, 2008 2216
Sabrina Brierton Johnson Will Appeal Jury Verdict in Her Children's Motrin Product Liability Case against Johnson & Johnson and McNeil Consumer & Specialty Pharmaceuticals. Jul 17, 2008 356
Bridging the gap from concept to prototype: a case study. Wilson, Jeffrey M.; Vozikis, George S. Jun 22, 2008 5561
Fortification frauds. Jacobson, Michael F. Editorial Jun 1, 2008 439
Merck Wins Appeal of First VIOXX(R) Case to go to Trial. May 30, 2008 931
Merck Wins Appeal of First VIOXX(R) Case to go to Trial. May 29, 2008 902
Merck Wins Appeal in VIOXX(R) Case. May 14, 2008 597
In FDA preemption cases, a loss on devices, a close call on drugs. May 1, 2008 558
Playing dinner table roulette. Jacobson, Michael F. May 1, 2008 468
Supreme Court wrestles with Pharma suits. Brief article Mar 3, 2008 297
Supreme Court decision will impact orthopedics: Senate panel questions the industry about relationships with physicians. Mar 1, 2008 1031
King & Spalding Earns Victory in Products Liability Case for GlaxoSmithKline. Feb 1, 2008 892
Merck Agreement to Resolve U.S. VIOXX(R) Product Liability Lawsuits. Nov 9, 2007 1791
Fulbright & Jaworski Litigation Survey Reports Drop in Number of New Lawsuits and Regulatory Actions Filed Against U.S. Companies. Oct 15, 2007 6337
Merck's strategy in Vioxx cases is working to limit liability. Aug 27, 2007 802
Lilly may face more Zyprexa lawsuits after FDA letter. Jul 16, 2007 943
Nigerian court postpones Pfizer case. Brief article Jul 16, 2007 286
The US Supreme Court has agreed to consider giving patients the right to press product-liability lawsuits against Medtronic Inc (Minneapolis MN) and other medical device makers. Brief article Jul 2, 2007 149
Boston Scientific faces 1,660 claims on recalled defibrillators. Brief article Jun 18, 2007 330
Lilly settles hundreds of Zyprexa lawsuits. Brief article Jun 18, 2007 123
Schmidt & Clark Represents Plaintiff in First U.S. Products Liability Case on Recalled Contact Lens Solution. Jun 4, 2007 528
Purdue to pay $634 million in Oxycontin Case. Brief article May 14, 2007 208
Merck will appeal verdict in NJ Vioxx case. Mar 26, 2007 666
Weitz & Luxenberg Hails $47.5 Million Vioxx Verdict against Merck. Mar 16, 2007 573
Merck & Co., Inc. to Appeal Humeston VIOXX(R) Verdict. Mar 12, 2007 1114
A jury award over a death blamed on the Merck & Co (Whitehouse Station NJ) drug Vioxx will stand after a judge let the company's request for a new trial expire. Brief article Mar 12, 2007 101
Wyeth wins HRT case. Brief article Feb 26, 2007 243
VIOXX(R) Plaintiffs Failed to Prove Their Cases. Jan 19, 2007 723
Fresh air. Brief article Jan 8, 2007 133
Pharmaceutical Co. owner detained. Brief article Jan 1, 2007 172
Merck Wins Alabama VIOXX(R) Product Liability Case. Dec 15, 2006 733
Merck Wins Federal VIOXX(R) Product Liability Case. Nov 15, 2006 825
Litigation vs. ADR. Raynor, Lee Oct 1, 2006 2197
Merck Wins Federal VIOXX(R) Product Liability Case: Smith v. Merck & Co., Inc. Sep 26, 2006 868
Out-of-state Accutane claim reinstated in New Jersey. Ertel, Karen Jun 1, 2006 518
The burden of proof conundrum in motor vehicle crashworthiness cases. Roth, Larry M. Feb 1, 2006 5041
Pfizer fraud alleged. Brief Article Sep 1, 2005 277
California court allows delayed discovery of medical device claim. Jurand, Sara Hoffman Aug 1, 2005 598
Older Americans at higher risk of product-related injuries. Sileo, Carmel May 1, 2005 505
Lawsuits sniff out zinc hazard in nasal cold remedy. Jablow, Valerie Feb 1, 2005 478
Rector company suing over 2002 fire damage. Friedman, Mark Brief Article Jan 17, 2005 248
New resources aid Vioxx plaintiffs and their lawyers. Jan 1, 2005 329
FDA approval preempts medical-device injury claims, Third Circuit says. Porter, Rebecca Oct 1, 2004 1039
Breach-of-warranty claim illuminates lighter risks. Jarlow, Valerie Sep 1, 2004 815
Plaintiffs try to drive General Motors toward auto compatibility. Jablow, Valerie Aug 1, 2004 818
Popcorn flavoring damaged worker's lungs, jury finds. Porter, Rebecca Jun 1, 2004 704
Ninth Circuit lets crime victims sue gun makers. Jurand, Sara Hoffman Feb 1, 2004 764
Elements of the cigarette-fire. Grisham, Lynn A. Nov 1, 2003 3212
Make the most of company-employee depositions: to get the best results from this routine part of discovery in products cases, ask questions that are anything but routine. Evans, Mark J. Nov 1, 2003 2379
Danger at play: inquisitive children invariably handle the products they encounter in their homes. Manufacturers face lawsuits when they ignore the risks their products pose to kids. Swartz, James A. Nov 1, 2003 2591
Crash-and-burn cruisers that kill: law enforcement officers across the country are being injured and killed when the special Ford Crown Victorias they drive catch fire. To build a successful case, lawyers must know the history of the vehicle's defective fuel-tank design. McGroder, Patrick J., III Nov 1, 2003 2423
Plaintiffs may not file for nationwide class certification in state courts, Seventh Circuit says. Moen, Christian Harlan Sep 1, 2003 924
The rise and fall of hormone therapy: what began decades ago with promises of eternal youth for women ended last year with troubling research findings that hormone therapy drugs cause cancer, heart attacks, and other serious side effects. New litigation seeks compensation for injured women. Millrood, Tobias Aug 1, 2003 3590
Companies knowingly sold virus-tainted blood products abroad, class action claims. Moen, Christian Harlan Aug 1, 2003 663
CryoLife settles 5 product liability lawsuits, but says one insurer will not pay part of settlement. Brief Article Jul 25, 2003 274
South Carolina high court allows attorney-fraud claim in Ford rollover case. Moen, Christian Harlan Jul 1, 2003 1003
The best-selling defect in America: the Ford F-150 SuperCab is dangerous. Why is it still on the road? Wigington, Jeff Jul 1, 2003 2593
DaimlerChrysler buckles targeted by consumer groups, lawsuits. Tischler, Eric Jun 1, 2003 504
Bayer: spreading AIDS? (Names in the News). Mokhiber, Russell Jun 1, 2003 408
The second age of asbestos. May 1, 2003 788
Use the defendant's safety aids to your advantage. Booth, Lawrence R. Apr 1, 2003 360
Settlement concludes first MTBE products trial. Jurand, Sara Hoffman Jan 1, 2003 646
Philip Morris puffed up low-tar cigarette claims, jury finds. Jurand, Sara Hoffman Jun 1, 2002 591
Baseball pitchers in line of fire, jury decides; bat makers liable. Reichert, Jennifer L. May 1, 2002 1749
Avoiding the `misuse' defense in products cases: manufacturers often cite product `misuse' to blame consumers for their injuries. Plaintiff attorneys can thwart this effort to avoid liability by using careful discovery and creative pleading. Dell'Osso, Daniel Feb 1, 2002 2357
MN: surgical LPN files product liability suit: Cement Mfgr.'s failure to warn of health hazard. Tammelleo, A. David Brief Article Jan 1, 2002 521
The next wave in products litigation. Brown, Lee Aug 1, 2001 2961
Ruling may boost lead paint litigation. Jurand, Sara Hoffman Jun 1, 2001 723
Claim against helicopter maker not time-barred; Ninth Circuit lets case proceed. Scarlett, Thomas Feb 1, 2001 543
Machine guard removal cases. Scrudato, Paul A. Nov 1, 2000 4963
Defense verdict in lead paint case is no harbinger, consumer advocates say. Hellwege, Jean Sep 1, 2000 889
U.S. District Court: CONDITIONS. Brief Article Feb 1, 2000 113
Plaintiffs will benefit from Third Circuit's rejection of preemption argument. Brienza, Julie Jan 1, 2000 504
Lawyers, Guns and Money. Goch, Lynna Brief Article Jan 1, 2000 565
Deals with court reporters threaten impartiality, consumer group says. Reichert, Jennifer L. Nov 1, 1999 406
Mountain bike litigation: navigating uncharted territory. McMurry, Kelly Brief Article Jan 1, 1999 2010
The hazards of multipurpose lighters. Cox, Mark A. Nov 1, 1998 2470
Preempting the preemption defense. Stevick, Douglas L. Jul 1, 1998 4658
Beware the threat of product liability litigation. Portman, Robert M. Jun 1, 1998 1105
The Texas long-arm statute does not reach French equipment manufacturer (but maybe it should). Ericson, Connie M. Case Note Jan 1, 1998 7887
Owens Corning Sues Tobacco Companies for Harm Caused by Smoking Nov 7, 1997 642
Roundtable on products liability litigation. Panel Discussion Nov 1, 1997 4720
Products liability: tips and tactics. Turley, Linda Nov 1, 1997 9282
Judgment in Breast Implant Trial in 3M's Favor Sep 29, 1997 230
Masonite in Agreement to Settle National Class-Action Suit. Jul 14, 1997 193
Jury awards Potlatch $95 million in damages. Jun 17, 1997 120
Class actions benefit consumers. Grande, Thomas R. Apr 1, 1997 3043
R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company Statement on Document Discussed By Woody Wilner Today Mar 13, 1997 410
Dow Corning Settlement Won't Cover Women's Medical Costs. Dec 2, 1996 668
Litigating bunk bed entrapment cases. Gordon, Robert E. Nov 1, 1996 1975
Baxter Wins Verdict in Four Breast Implant Cases in Texas Sep 19, 1996 370
Jury finds International Paper's Masonite siding defective. Sep 13, 1996 164
Claim Forms Mailed in HIV Class Action Settlement; Eligible Participants Entitled to $100,000 Aug 30, 1996 949
Statement of Charles R. Wall, Senior Vice President, Litigation, Philip Morris. Aug 23, 1996 296
Court TV telecasts highlights of tobacco liability trial. Aug 19, 1996 446
Brown & Williamson's Statement Regarding Carter Trial Verdict Aug 9, 1996 161
Rock-a-bye, baby: litigating the defective crib design case. Viles, Marcus W. Aug 1, 1996 1806
Hot tub drowning prompts safety alert. Shoop, Julie Gannon Aug 1, 1996 595
Philip Morris U.S.A. says it will prevail against Connecticut AG'S Medicaid suit. Jul 18, 1996 156
American Brands notes favorable English legal aid ruling. Jul 17, 1996 362
SOFAMOR DANEK DISAPPOINTED BY HIGH COURT DECISION; Expects no Significant Financial Impact. Jun 26, 1996 330
OWENS CORNING INITIATES FEDERAL LAWSUIT, RECORDS POST-1999 ASBESTOS PROVISIONS AND ANNOUNCES DIVIDEND Jun 20, 1996 582
Suzuki Cleared by Georgia Jury in Case Involving Samurai. Jun 12, 1996 781
Jury finds for PerfectData in product liability case involving misuse of product by a consumer. Jun 6, 1996 164
JUDGE ORDERS INDIVIDUAL DISCOVERY TO PROCEED IN MISSISSIPPI MEDICAID CASE. Apr 18, 1996 189
Hitting "Hit Man" in the pocketbook. Kirtley, Jane Apr 1, 1996 763
Federal District Court denies class action status in toxic shock syndrome litigation. Mar 19, 1996 197
TOBACCO PRODUCTS LIABILITY PROJECT: TOBACCO COMPANY LOSES ANOTHER JURY VERDICT IN CIGARETTE FILTER CASE Mar 18, 1996 426
STATEMENT BY PHILIP MORRIS U.S.A. IN RESPONSE TO THE WALL STREET JOURNAL STORY Mar 18, 1996 186
Brooke agrees to settle tobacco litigation with 5 states. Mar 15, 1996 846
BROOKE AGREES TO SETTLE TOBACCO LITIGATION WITH CASTANO CLASS; Castano Plaintiffs Agree Not To Seek Injunction Against Nabisco Spinoff If Brooke's Nominees Are Elected To RJR Nabisco Board; Brooke Close To Similar Agreement With Attorneys General of Five States. Mar 13, 1996 850
Philip Morris Incorporated's statement on ruling in Broin class-action case. Jan 4, 1996 285
Dorel says U.S. lawsuit without foundation and will not affect operations. Dec 11, 1995 496
New Settlement Offer by Breast Implant Makers: Good Deal for the Companies, Raw Deal for Women. Nov 14, 1995 270
Eljer Industries reports it is participant in proposed polybutylene settlement - Eljer Agreement Subject to Confirmation of Reorganization Plan Providing Complete Relief to Eljer and U.S. Brass Unit -. Nov 9, 1995 418
Jury finds in Baxter's favor in breast implant trial. Oct 25, 1995 340
Court TV plans live coverage of Mahlum v. Dow Chemical. Oct 10, 1995 214
Grease Monkey Holding Corporation announced: Court decision to have no impact on 1995 results. Sep 27, 1995 193
Bad blood: contaminated plasma sickens users of Gammaguard. Shoop, Julie Gannon Sep 1, 1995 959
Where does Myrick lead us? No preemption of defective restraint system claims. Coben, Larry E. Sep 1, 1995 1440
Litigation tariff: the federalist case for national tort reform. Abraham, Spencer Jun 22, 1995 3220
AT&T Files Lawsuit Against Martin Marietta. Mar 27, 1995 282
R.J. Reynolds responds to verdict. Feb 22, 1995 754
Gans Tire. Brief Article Jan 1, 1995 114
$10.65 million largest verdict. Smith, David (American novelist) Nov 14, 1994 655
Deadline nears to register for $4.2-billion breast-implant settlement. Nov 9, 1994 994
Deposing the product manufacturer's in-house engineers. Robb, Gary C. Nov 1, 1994 2529
When a products defendant files for bankruptcy; timely action can protect your client. Keating, Kevin T. Aug 1, 1994 3317
Jury rules keyboard maker not liable for wrist injury in first carpal tunnel case. Sargeant, Georgia Brief Article May 1, 1994 346
Federal court reinstates defect claim against BIC lighters. Dilworth, Donald C. Brief Article May 1, 1994 205
Court rejects market share theory in lead paint case. Shoop, Julie Gannon Brief Article Dec 1, 1993 461
THREE CORPORATE GIANTS HIT WITH PUNITIVE DAMAGES IN RECORD-SIZED ASBESTOS TRIAL Aug 6, 1993 382
RMed, Arco settle 'Fibersorb' suit: Arco sells Fibersorb business. Jul 1, 1993 315
The Products Liability Mess: How Business Can Be Rescued from State Court Politics. Farber, Daniel Book Review Jan 1, 1989 2481
Legal guidelines for blood banking and transfusions. Lentz, Susan L.; Polesky, Herbert F. Oct 1, 1984 2042

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