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Injectafer Approved for Pediatric Patients

Injectafer, the world’s most popular treatment for iron deficiency anemia (IDA), is now available for children one year old and up. People with iron deficiency anemia don’t have

By Libby Baldwin

/ 14 Feb 2022

Child inpatient sleeping on a hospital bed with an IV drip.

How Does the Supreme Court Nomination Process Work?

Since Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer announced his retirement in January after nearly 28 years on the bench, experts have been speculating who will take his place. President Joe Biden

By Katy Boose

/ 11 Feb 2022

Interior of the courtroom at the United States Supreme Court.

Understanding Telehealth and Risks of Medical Malpractice

Since the pandemic began, many Americans have turned to telemedicine as a safe and reliable way to visit their doctor. Telemedicine, also called telehealth, delivers a doctor’s care via

By Piper Jones Castillo

/ 8 Feb 2022

Elderly woman taking her blood pressure while consulting her doctor online via telemedicine.

Can You Still Buy Zantac?

Zantac (ranitidine), released in 1983, was a popular heartburn medication available in both over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription forms. There were nearly 14 million prescriptions issued for it in 2019. Ranitidine,

By Libby Baldwin

/ 7 Feb 2022

Box of Zantac acid indigestion tablets on a wooden background.

How a Podcast Can Benefit Your Law Firm

Effective content marketing strategies for lawyers include creating, distributing, and analyzing content across multiple platforms and channels. It requires understanding your law firm’s target audiences, what they want or

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 4 Feb 2022

Two radio hosts recording a podcast interview in a broadcast studio.

Can I Join a CPAP Class Action Lawsuit If I Have No Long-Term Injuries?

Obstructive sleep apnea afflicts an estimated 22 million Americans. Those with the condition experience interruption in breathing during the night. This happens when muscles in the throat relax, causing airways

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 4 Feb 2022

Woman sleeping in bed using a CPAP ventilator.

Opioid Settlements Reached in Florida, Texas with Drugmaker Endo

Nearly 10 million Americans abused prescription opioids in 2019, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Between 1999-2019, about 500,000 Americans overdosed on addictive pain

By Katy Boose

/ 3 Feb 2022

Front view of a prescription bottle with generic opioid tablets on a rustic table painted with stars of the American flag.

University of Michigan President Removed For Inappropriate Behavior

For years, leaders at the University of Michigan have been entangled by sexual misconduct allegations involving employees, both past and present. The fallout continues. Just as a $490 million settlement

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 2 Feb 2022

University of Michigan central campus entrance sign.

BSA Wants More Votes for Sex Abuse Settlement

Lawyers for the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) have spent the last six months working to rescue the youth club from bankruptcy by reaching an agreement on the $2.7-billion

By Piper Jones Castillo

/ 1 Feb 2022

Can I Sue Philips For CPAP Injuries?

If you have cancer, lung problems, leukemia, myeloma or other injuries from using a recalled Phillips CPAP machine, you might be able to join a lawsuit to sue Phillips for

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 31 Jan 2022

CPAP mask resting on a blanket on a bed.

University of Michigan Reaches Dr. Anderson Sex Abuse Settlement

The University of Michigan has reached a $490 million settlement with more than 1,000 former students allegedly assaulted by Dr. Robert Anderson, a sports doctor employed by the university

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 26 Jan 2022

Judge in robe sitting at a table and striking a gavel.

What Injuries Have Been Caused By Philips CPAP machines?

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can cause you to stop and restart breathing during sleep. The condition can manifest itself in snoring, dry mouth, sore throat, sluggishness during the day, and

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 25 Jan 2022

Sleep apnea CPAP mask on a white background.