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Overview  Catastrophic Injury/Motor Vehicle Accidents
Millions of Americans are injured every year, which for many leads to disability, chronic pain, a profound change in lifestyle and, in some cases, death. An estimated, 1.5 million Americans sustain a traumatic brain injury each year, most often from motor vehicle accidents and falls. Motor vehicle accidents account for more deaths than all natural disasters combined. Although early symptoms may appear mild, many injuries can lead to significant suffering and permanent impairment, affecting an individual's ability to function cognitively, physically and psychologically. Darvocet/Darvon Recall
The manufacturer of the pain medication Darvon and Darvocet announced on November 19, 2010 that it will recall the popular painkillers due to serious and potentially fatal heart rhythm abnormalities associated with the drug resuting in arrthymia, heart attack and cardiac arrest. Xanodyne Pharmaceutical Incorporated, of Newport Kentucky, agreed to the ban at the request of the Food and Drug Administration, which also requested a ban on the generic version, known as Propoxyphene. This decision is similar to the regulatory action taken in Britain and the European Union, which ban sales of the drugs from the market more than a year ago. Denture Cream Litigation
Over 14 million Americans use denture cream to improve the comfort and fit of dentures. Two popular denture cream products, Poligrip and Fixodent, contain Zinc, and have been associated with serious neurologic injury. Several published reports link zinc toxicity due to denture cream use to severe neuropathy of the hands and feet. Reported symptoms in the feet and legs include pain, numbness, gait disturbance and difficulty walking resulting in falls. Pain and tremors have also been reported in the hands and arms. Zinc toxicity due to these products result in copper deficiency within the body, damaging the spinal cord and injury the peripheral nervous system. DePuy
On August 24, 2010, Depuy Orthopedics recalled two hip replacement systems due to a high rate of revision surgeries required by patients. Approximately 93,000 were implanted and, according to a recent study done by the National Joint Registry (NJR) of England and Wales, nearly one (1) in eight (8) DePuy ASR hip implant devices failed within a five (5) year period requiring patients to undergo revision surgery. Food Poisoning
Food poisoning is a common, yet distressing and sometimes life-threatening problem for millions of people in the U.S., and throughout the world. People infected with foodborne organisms may be symptom-free or may have symptoms ranging from mild intestinal discomfort to severe dehydration and bloody diarrhea. Depending on the type of infection, people can even die as a result of food poisoning. More than 250 different diseases can cause food poisoning. Some of the most common diseases are infections caused by bacteria, such as Campylobacter, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli and Listeria. Symptoms include Diarrhea (sometimes bloody), Nausea and vomiting, Abdominal pain and/or cramping, Malaise (general uneasiness), and sometimes death. Medical Malpractice
The rise and dominance of managed care corporations has eroded the quality of health care for many Americans. Treatment decisions made by these corporations, rather than doctors, have resulted in unnecessary and avoidable death and suffering. Gianni ♦ Petoyan has won substantial settlements and verdicts for our clients against doctors, nurses and hospitals for medical negligence. Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a cancer that can take up to 50 years to manifest. The only confirmed cause of mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos. It is common among people who work in asbestos mines or with asbestos products, which were used in the construction of ships and buildings in the 1940s through the 1970s. It is usually fatal. The average life expectancy after a mesothelioma diagnosis is about 18 months. Nursing Home Neglect/Elder Abuse
Americans are living longer than ever before. The fastest growing population segment in the United States is the elderly. As a result of this demographic shift, many elderly Americans have become residents of nursing homes during their final years. There are no clients more vulnerable to abuse than those who are patients in nursing homes. When nursing homes put profits before patients, the results can be tragic. Gianni ♦ Petoyan considers the special needs of these clients when litigating cases against nursing homes for needless injury and suffering due to neglect. Overtime Pay Litigation
Many employees are denied overtime pay by employers who simply don't want to pay. These employees are either misclassified as exempt from overtime, or simply told not to submit more than 40 hours per week--even if they are expected to work extra hours. An employee paid a weekly, bi-weekly and/or monthly salary may still be entitled to overtime pay. Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Litigation
Drug companies have been putting profits before patient safety by failing to adequately test new drugs and warn of serious side effects. Gianni ♦ Petoyan is a recognized leader in drug and medical device litigation including review and analysis of clinical trials and company documents as well as the deposition of company scientists and litigation experts. Proton Pump Inhibitors
Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) are a class of medications used to treat heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and stomach ulcers. PPIs include Nexium, Dexilant, Prevacid, Prilosec, Zegerid, Protonix, Aciphex and Vimovo. These medications inhibit the amount of acid in the stomach. Reglan
It has recently been reported that the drug Reglan (also referred to as Metoclopramide) which is prescribed to treat gastrointestinal disorders (GERD) and nausea has been linked to the serious movement disorder Tardive Dyskinesia. Reglan, first approved in 1985, has been prescribed not only for acid reflux, but also for women who are pregnant and experiencing morning sickness, breastfeeding mothers, infants and children and for nausea associated with migraines. Sexual Harassment
Employers are now required by law to maintain a workplace that is free of unwanted sexual harassment. Sexual harassment against women is a devaluing and aggressive act that disrupts the personal relationships of the victim and leads to long periods of disconnection and isolation. The emotional injury associated with the experience can include confusion, self-blame, denial, fear, depression and anger. Litigation resulting from these acts can provide compensation for emotional injury, medical treatment and lost wages. Wrongful Termination
The law provides powerful protection for employees against retaliation and wrongful termination. It is illegal for an employer to adversely impact a worker due to race, religion, gender, age, national origin, medical condition or because the worker files a worker's compensation claim. Whistle Blower termination is all too common when an employee stands up for what is right. Litigation of these claims can provide for the recovery of lost wages and employment benefits. |
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