A new federal MDL involving Boston Scientific spinal cord stimulators was established on June 5. It comes as more than 80,000 device injuries have been reported. Patients allege defective spinal cord stimulators caused severe pain, revision surgeries, and renewed dependence on opioid medications.
Many people associate Stevens-Johnson syndrome with prescription drugs, but some widely used OTC medications have also been linked to the condition. Learn which medications have been identified in reports, the symptoms to watch for, and why early treatment matters.
As more states consider Trey’s Law and similar legislation, lawmakers are questioning whether non-disclosure agreements belong in child sex abuse settlements. Supporters argue that limiting NDAs could help survivors speak openly, promote accountability, and prevent future abuse.
Roughly 1,700 lawsuits were filed into the Depo-Provera brain tumor MDL in just one month, pushing the dangerous pharmaceutical mass tort past 5,500 cases. A critical June Daubert hearing will determine if expert testimony linking the birth control shot to meningiomas can be presented to juries.
New research connects Ozempic and Wegovy to vision loss as GLP-1 lawsuits continue to grow nationwide. Studies suggest semaglutide users may face a higher risk of NAION, a form of sudden blindness, while litigation over alleged failure-to-warn claims gains momentum.
A single loading mistake can trigger rollovers, debris-related crashes, and multi-vehicle collisions. Here's what motorists should know about the risks posed by improperly loaded commercial trucks.
Recent reports of inappropriate conduct involving lawmakers have drawn attention to the challenges staffers face when reporting sexual harassment and sexual assault in Congress.
A shooting at a Clearwater Beach teen takeover is raising new legal questions about whether parents, social media organizers, and other adults can be held accountable when youth gatherings turn violent.
Stevens-Johnson syndrome often develops within weeks of starting a new prescription, but symptoms can sometimes appear within days or even after a drug has been stopped. Learn the warning signs, timeline, and why early diagnosis matters.
Today's truck accident investigations often extend far beyond the crash scene. Electronic records may provide valuable insight into how a collision occurred and whether broader safety issues contributed to it.
The U.S. Supreme Court is entering decision season. By the end of June, major rulings are expected on birthright citizenship, workplace rights, federal agencies, voting laws, and constitutional rights, decisions that could affect Americans for years.
Utah recently banned government officials from asking sexual assault survivors to take polygraph tests. Advocates say the change reflects growing concerns about the reliability of lie detector exams and the impact they can have on survivors seeking justice.
