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Personal Injury

Personal injury lawsuits occupy a critical space in the civil legal system, offering individuals an avenue for seeking compensation when they have been harmed due to the negligence or intentional actions of another party. These types of legal actions can cover a broad spectrum of situations, from auto accidents and medical malpractice to defective products and premises liability. Typically, the purpose is to provide financial relief for medical expenses, loss of earnings, and other hardships, as well as to serve as a form of accountability for the responsible parties.

As with any area of law, personal injury lawsuits are governed by a complex set of rules and precedents, and each state has its own specific regulations that dictate how these cases are handled. In this category, you’ll find a compilation of news articles that provide insights into high-profile personal injury cases, legal developments, and trending topics. Whether you’re a legal practitioner, a consumer advocate, or someone navigating the complexities of a personal injury claim, our archive aims to offer valuable information to help you understand the intricacies of this pivotal area of law.

Johnson & Johnson Ordered to Pay $750 Million in Punitive Damages in Talcum Powder Cancer Trial

In yet another massive loss for Johnson & Johnson, the baby powder manufacturer was ordered by a New Jersey state jury in February to pay $750 million in punitive damages […]

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FDA Calls for Immediate Removal of All Zantac, Ranitidine Products from the Market

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced this week that it is asking manufacturers of Zantac and generic ranitidine products to withdraw all prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) versions of

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Bayer Agrees to Pay $39.5 Million in Class Action Lawsuit Over Misleading Roundup Claims

Bayer AG has agreed to pay $39.5 million to resolve allegations that its Monsanto subsidiary made false and misleading claims in advertisements about Roundup and the potential health risks the

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Lawsuit Alleges Side Effects of Zantac Caused Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

A new product liability lawsuit filed in federal court in Alabama alleges that side effects of the popular heartburn drug Zantac exposed an Alabama man to carcinogenic chemicals for years,

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New Research Supports Link Between Mesothelioma and Exposure to Asbestos in Talc Products

Researchers from Virginia have published a new study that appears to confirm growing concerns about the potential for asbestos contamination in talc-based powders to cause a rare but deadly type

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Miami Jury Awards $9 Million in Damages in Talcum Powder Cancer Lawsuit

Johnson & Johnson, the makers of Johnson’s Baby Powder and Shower-to-Shower Body Powder, has been ordered to pay $9 million in damages to a woman who alleges that years of

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Asbestos Contamination Concerns Prompt Government Experts to Urge New Talc Testing Standards

A panel of experts convened by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is calling for the implementation of new testing standards and safety parameters for talc-based products, amid concerns

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California Becomes the Latest State to Extend Statute of Limitations for Child Sexual Abuse Claims

On the heels of New York’s landmark decision to extend the statute of limitations for adult survivors of child sexual abuse to pursue civil claims against their abusers, California has

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Defense Verdict Handed Down in First Taxotere Bellwether Trial

Drug maker Sanofi was cleared of liability in the first Taxotere bellwether trial to go to court in the Taxotere multidistrict litigation (MDL), involving claims that the chemotherapy medication causes

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