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Please note, The Senators (Ret.) Firm, LLP is no longer accepting Lap Band claims. If you feel that you may have a potential case, we urge you to locate another law firm adequately suited to handle your claim. An onslaught of fraudulent marketing campaigns has metastasized across the country in recent months. Subsequently, the…

Mirena (generic: levonorgestrel), an intrauterine device (IUD) indicated for the prevention of pregnancy, has recently become a subject of increasing concern. Reports suggest that these contraceptive devices exhibit an increased propensity for the development of significant injuries. Of those complications reported to regulatory officials; uterine perforation, migration, expulsion and infection were the most common….

The rare congenital birth defect referred to as Ebstein’s anomaly is characterized by a malfunctioning tricuspid valve. The defective valve allows blood to leak back through where it originally came from. The result of the malfunctioning valve inevitably makes the heart work less efficiently and may lead to severe and potentially life threatening side…

According to a Safety Announcement issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), recent studies have added significant weight to the link between a distinct group of antidepressants and a rare heart and lung condition known as persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN). Subsequently, pregnant women who receive selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor…

Spina bifida is a congenital birth defect characterized by an underdeveloped neural tube. The neural tube is an embryonic structure that eventually develops into the baby’s brain, spinal cord, and their surrounding tissues. As a result, the spinal cord and backbone will develop severe, life-threatening defects. In this article we will discuss the signs…

Zoloft (generic: sertraline) is a unique antidepressant medication that is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). However, recent studies suggest that Zoloft may be responsible for the development of catastrophic birth defects. Subsequently, pregnant women who receive Zoloft treatment may significantly…

Humira (adalimumab) is an injectable prescription medicine intended to assist in the treatment of several autoimmune disorders. However, the use of Humira on such disorders has become synonymous with catastrophic complications. Patients who receive Humira treatment may significantly increase their risk of developing extensive nerve damage, opportunistic infections and severe, life-threatening forms of cancer….

New evidence lends weight to the long-suspected link between Multaq, a popular heart medication, and adverse cardiovascular events. Subsequently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) acknowledged that significant changes have been made to the labels of Multaq products. According to two clinical trials, Multaq may be responsible for several severe cardiovascular events. Patients…