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Following the tragic events that have recently unfolded at Penn State University, child molestation continues to plague our society. November 30 witnessed another priest, affiliated with the Roman Catholic diocese, get taken into custody after allegedly committing lewd and salacious acts with a child. The Rev. Uriel Ojeda, 32, turned himself in on Wednesday…

It’s been understood for years that mesothelioma is caused by exposure to asbestos, but many companies continued to produce asbestos products and subject employees to harmful workplace conditions regardless. If you or a loved one has developed mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos in the workplace, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a…

The integrity of metal-on-metal hip replacement systems has been a topic of significant concern to regulatory agencies around the globe. The increasing number of adverse health events associated with the surgical implantation of these devices suggests an escalating risk that must be dealt with accordingly. As a result, officials at the U.S. Food and…

Bumbo baby seats, otherwise synonymous with Bumbo floor seats, are designed to seat young children who are unable to sit up on their own. Their applications promote posture while stabilizing developing infants. Of significant concern, however, are reports of serious injuries that have resulted from children maneuvering out of or falling from a Bumbo…

As the largest drug manufacturer in all of Asia, Takeda Pharmaceuticals has established itself as a leading representative in the global pharmaceutical industry. Their commitment to a healthier world reflects a long-standing tradition of providing patients with better health through innovation in medicine. However, their propensity for success may only be rivaled by the…

St. Jude Medical Inc. wrote a warning letter to doctors in December 2010 that acknowledged the dangers associated with Riata defibrillator leads. According to the letter, cables connecting the heart to implantable defibrillators exhibited a propensity for failure. Subsequently, inside-out abrasion was responsible for sending unnecessary jolts to the heart or failing to deliver…

Originally introduced as revolutionary oral contraceptives, fourth-generation birth control pills have become the subject of a heated debate. Birth control drugs that were once believed to have fewer side effects, and the ability to alleviate hormonal complications, are now facing an onslaught of scrutiny from healthcare officials. According to several studies, newer birth control…

In the age of the Internet and cable television, consumer fraud has reached epidemic proportions. Products and services are routinely advertised with little if any regard for the truth. Consumers spend billions of dollars each year on products that don’t work as advertised and services that fail to live up to expectations. The trial…