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August 19th, 2010
This week on CNN.com, it was reported by the Food and Drug Administration that over 1,742 recalls occurred in 2009 vs 426 in 2008, based on Gold Sheet, a trade publication on drug quality that monitors FDA findings.
Gold Sheet reported that Advantage Dose, accounted for more than half the recalls. Even excluding Advantage Dose, which has shut down, recalls jumped 50% last year.
The Gold Sheet report stated that 165 recalls in 2008 were drugs made or believed to be made, abroad. That was up 58% from 2008. The consequences of recalled drugs are not often seen until the damage has already been done, including:
- Hemorrhages leading to a stroke, which may prove fatal
- Heart attack
- Diabetes
- Internal organ damage
- Depression which may lead to suicide
Drug manufacturers expedite and cut corners to raise profits, so quality and safety is no longer the primary driver for manufacturing drugs. Increased competition from drug manufacturers abroad is also forcing US manufacturers to cut cost and research and we are here to help if you or a family member to assist with every step of pursuing a personal injury case. Our product liability lawyers have extensive experience in handling pharmaceutical injury claims, and can help you get on with your life with peace of mind, knowing you have been fully compensated under the law.
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July 27th, 2010
At the settlement hearing of 7/13/10, the Judge approved a total settlement amount of $7.65 million. This is Step 1 of a 2 step process, as now a plan of reorganization has to be confirmed. Therefore, the case is still pending.
To date, there are over 6500 claimants that have filed proof of claim forms in the bankruptcy court.
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July 23rd, 2010
Workers’ Compensation is a government program created to provide benefits to those injured on the job or made ill due to the workplace. Filing for Workers’ Compensation is no easy task. There is a great deal of paperwork and deadlines must be met. If there is one error in the forms you fill out or one deadline is missed, you will be denied claims. For this reason, we highly suggest that if you are injured on the job, you seek out the assistance of an experienced Workers’ Compensation attorney in the Chicago area such as the ones at Harvey L. Walner & Associates, Ltd.
An on-the-job injury is traumatic physically, emotionally, and financially. If you were the “breadwinner” in the family, you are probably fearful that you can no longer provide for your loved ones. We know the Workers’ Compensation law inside and out. We will work tirelessly to get you the benefits to which you are entitled. A staggering number of injured workers who apply without legal representation are denied. We will do everything we can to make sure your hard-earned benefits are not denied.
If you live in Chicago and were injured on the job, please contact the Workers’ Compensation attorneys at Harvey L. Walner & Associates, Ltd today to schedule a confidential consultation.
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July 22nd, 2010
Medical malpractice takes many forms. The Chicago medical malpractice lawyers at Harvey L. Walner & Associates have seen a variety of medical malpractice cases, some more egregious than others. The most disturbing medical mistake is the one that could have been avoided with a little extra time, care, and attention. Failing to diagnosis cancer, for whatever reason, is a common type of medical malpractice in the Chicago medical community.
While we fully understand the rigorous schedules doctors are forced to keep, and we admire choosing such an admirable profession, we must hold those accountable who cause harm to others. By misdiagnosing cancer, you are shortening someone’s life.
Some of the most oft-misdiagnosed cancers are:
- Brain cancer
- Lung cancer
- Pancreatic cancer
- Colorectal cancer
- Bladder cancer
Cancer misdiagnosis can be attributed to:
- A non-cancerous (or benign) tumor is identified as malignant (cancerous)
- A cancerous lesion is missed in the biopsy procedure
- A malignant mass is diagnosed as benign
- Failure to refer a patient to a specialist for further testing
- A malignant tumor is misclassified as to type or misgraded as to aggressiveness
- Specimens are mishandled by pathology, or improperly read or interpreted
- Failure to follow up with a patient if cancer should have been suspected
- Failure to adequately screen for increased risk patients
- Failure to understand or notice the nature of a patient’s complaints
If you have suffered medical malpractice in the Chicago area, please contact our Chicago medical malpractice lawyers today to schedule a no-cost, confidential consultation.
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July 19th, 2010
The Chicago car accident attorneys at Harvey L. Walner & Associates, Ltd know what an epidemic texting while driving has become, and we also know that this bad habit is causing a significant number of serious personal injuries and fatalities. Texting while driving has been banned in several states, and hefty fines are being assessed to those who break this law. The number of car accidents in our nation each day is staggering. Now with the advent of multiple technological devices such as iPods, MP3 players, satellite radio, and cell phones, drivers are more distracted than ever before. These distractions lead to more accidents, which lead to more serious personal injuries and wrongful deaths. If you are texting while driving and cause an fatality accident, you could be sued for wrongful death.
Around July 4th weekend, two Chicago men were arrested by police driving drunk and texting while driving. That’s a double whammy that can only lead to disaster.
In August 2009, Illinois became the 17th state to ban texting while driving. Governor Pat Quinn signed the amendment to the Illinois Vehicle Code; the bill does make exceptions to those who pull over to text or shift their car into park while stopped in traffic.
If you have lost a loved in a car accident due to a texting driver, or if you have received an injury that has negatively impacted your life, you may be entitled to compensation. Please contact the Chicago car accident attorneys at Harvey L. Walner & Associates today to schedule a confidential, no-cost consultation.
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July 15th, 2010
Automobile accidents occur very frequently on the highways in the United States. Almost everyone will be involved in some sort of vehicle accident in their lifetime.
There are multiple causes for car accidents, including:
• Driving while impaired
• Distracted drivers
• Speeding
• Inclement weather
• Defective automobiles
When we operate our vehicles on the road, we are not the only ones responsible for our wellbeing. The other drivers on the road also play a vital role in whether or not we arrive at our destination safely. It is this fact that makes it virtually impossible to avoid a car accident, even if you exercise the utmost safety while driving.
While it is important that you obey traffic laws, wear your seatbelt, and follow the basic safety rules while driving, these steps may not prevent an automobile accident. Try to be as aware as possible of other vehicles on the road. If you are involved in an accident you may have a number of questions, but first you should seek immediate medical attention. An experienced motor vehicle accident attorney can help you sort out the rest after you’ve received whatever medical treatment necessary.
The Chicago car accident attorneys at Harvey L. Walner & Associates, Ltd are here to help; please contact us today to schedule a no-cost, confidential consultation.
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July 13th, 2010
We are glad to see you visiting our new blog. We will be posting news about legal issues very soon. Please check back often.
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