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Brazilian Blowout, a popular hair straightening solution, has recently become a subject of increasing criticism. The inclusion of formaldehyde, in particular, has been linked to adverse health complications in those exposed to it. Otherwise known as a carcinogen, formaldehyde has been associated with the development of nose and throat cancers, leukemia, respiratory problems and…

Increasing concern continues to reign over the entire energy drink industry. Subsequently, understudied and unregulated ingredients contained within the popular energy drinks of today have been associated with adverse health events in populations that consume them on a regular basis. Of significant concern, however, are reports issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration…

Monday witnessed authorities arrest Mark Brendt, a former school teacher in South L.A., after an intensive investigation revealed several instances of lewd and lascivious acts that he allegedly committed with minors. While pleased that Brendt is behind bars, parents of the children attending the school in which he worked are outraged that they were…

As a vital component in the construction industry, table saws provide builders and subcontractors with an irreplaceable tool of unparalleled importance on the job site. Unfortunately for those who use these products, the importance of such a power tool is only rivaled by the inherent risk of danger that coincides with it. The presence…

A dietary supplement company that prides itself on the use of pure, vital and fresh ingredients, has become the subject of recent criticism. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Eclectic Institute is currently in the process of recalling specific lots of supplement capsules after tests revealed dangerous contaminants. The manufacturer has…

Regenerect™ Natural Male Erectile Stimulant recalled after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration reveals that the product illegally contains an undisclosed prescription medication. If you or a loved one has been physically injured by Regenerect™ or if you bought this product because you thought that it was a safe, effective, and legal dietary supplement,…

The psoriasis medication Raptiva® (efalizumab) has been linked to a number of extremely serious side effects including progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), a life-threatening infection of the brain. If you or a loved one has been injured by Raptiva, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free confidential case evaluation. You may be entitled…

The regulatory status and safety considerations of several popular sports and weight loss supplements have become the target of a recent class action lawsuit. The U.S. District Court has received two complaints, against USPLabs and BPI Sports, regarding the manufacturing and distribution of a synthetic stimulant that is believed to be both illegal and…