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When you’ve suffered an injury or illness due to a defective drug, our drug injury attorneys at Michael Brady Lynch Firm hold big pharmaceutical companies responsible for their negligent behavior and failure to warn consumers about dangerous products. In the past few months, there have been significant updates to several of the most prominent mass tort cases currently in litigation.

Depo-Provera, a contraceptive injection widely used by women to prevent pregnancy, has been the subject of numerous lawsuits in recent years. Manufactured by Pfizer, Depo-Provera contains the hormone progestin, which prevents ovulation and alters the uterine lining.

Per-and Polyfluorinated Substances (commonly referred to as PFAS) are synthetic chemicals used in various household items, such as textiles, food packaging, and non-stick cookware. PFAS chemicals are also heavily found in fire extinguishing compounds, such as firefighter foams.

Recently, there’s been some concern about a potential link between Ozempic, a common type 2 diabetes medication, and Nonarteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy (NAION), also referred to as an eye stroke. NAION is a relatively rare condition in which a loss of blood flow and oxygen delivery to the optic nerve cause sudden and painless vision loss in one eye. This occurs when blood flow to the retina is blocked, which can suddenly aGect your vision. While Ozempic is eGective at managing blood sugar, it’s important to be aware of any potential side eGects, especially those involving your vision.

Firefighting Foam Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) is a commonly used fire suppressant in military and civilian applications. It effectively extinguishes fuel fires but contains per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are under legal scrutiny due to their environmental and health effects.

The COPA America Final took place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida, featuring Argentina and Colombia. The match was delayed due to fans breaching security barriers, prompting a lockdown to restore order.

Wegovy is a weight management drug approved by the FDA in 2021. It’s an injectable drug that’s taken once a week. Wegovy is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) that suppresses appetite by imitating a hormone in the brain that controls hunger. In 2017, Wegovy manufacturer Novo Nordisk put Wegovy’s sister medication, Ozempic, on the market.

Breast implants have been linked to a rare form of cancer known as Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL).

Human trafficking, a pervasive global crisis, subjects millions to exploitation and abuse. Beyond the immediate physical and psychological injuries, survivors often endure long-lasting effects that permeate all aspects of their lives. Addressing these injuries through civil legal remedies is pivotal for justice and recovery.

Depuy Synthes, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, has been a prominent name in the orthopedic device industry, manufacturing knee replacement systems aimed at improving patients’ mobility and quality of life. However, numerous reports of complications have led to a significant number of lawsuits against the company.