Mass Torts

What Is a Tort Claim?

A tort claim allows a person to seek compensation when another party’s actions or negligence cause harm. This legal process holds the responsible party accountable while providing financial relief for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. Definition of a Tort Claim A tort claim seeks legal remedy for harm caused by another party’s wrongful… read more

Has There Been an Elmiron Lawsuit Settlement Yet?

Elmiron (Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium) is a popular prescription medication that has been the subject of much litigation over the past few years. So much, in fact, that federal courts have consolidated thousands of lawsuits into multidistrict litigation (MDL).  Although plaintiffs have filed thousands of lawsuits alleging the harmful effects of Elmiron, legal analysts expect almost… read more

Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit

The U.S. Congress recently enacted the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2021, which allows certain individuals to sue to recover damages for contaminated water at the Camp. Importantly, the Act prevents the U.S. government from asserting specific immunity in response to lawsuits filed under its terms.  Read on to learn more about Camp Lejeune, the… read more

Elmiron Lawsuits Could Get to Trial as Early as 2023

Court documents indicate the lawsuits alleging injuries and harm caused by the interstitial cystitis drug Elmiron could go to trial as early as January 2023. Judge Brian R. Martinotti is overseeing about 240 federal Elmiron cases being handled through the District of New Jersey. In Case Management Order No. 9 filed in the District Court… read more

Elmiron Injury Lawsuits

Have you or a family member experienced vision problems or problems with your eyes after taking Elmiron? Have you or a family member been diagnosed with Maculopathy after taking Elmiron? Many people in New York and across the nation utilize Elmiron and have for many years, and have experienced the devastating outcomes, as well. Hundreds of… read more

Does chemotherapy work to treat mesothelioma?

Because symptoms of mesothelioma may take many years to emerge, the disease can significantly progress before it’s detected. For these advanced cases of mesothelioma, many people turn to chemotherapy for treatment. But, how effective is this method? A treatment, not a cure It’s important to understand that pleural Mesothelioma cannot be cured. However, chemotherapy can… read more

Mesothelioma victims do not have to suffer in silence

If you or a loved one received a diagnosis of mesothelioma, it is possible that the diagnosis is the result of exposure to toxic substances. This type of serious lung disease is most commonly the result of exposure to asbestos, frequently because of a person’s job. Individuals who contract mesothelioma because of their jobs could… read more

Mesothelioma drug trial

Mesothelioma litigation is a type of toxic tort lawsuit most commonly brought against manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers of asbestos. Asbestos is a fibrous mineral known for its insulating and fire-retardant properties, and was once used as a staple in most insulating products, many industrial and construction products. Sadly, asbestos fibers produce fine dust particles that,… read more

A “Biomarker” Test for Asbestos May Help Diagnose Mesothelioma

The use of asbestos became increasingly popular among manufacturers and builders in the late 19th century because of its sound absorption, tensile strength, resistance to fire, heat, electrical and chemical damage, and of course, its affordability. It was used in such applications as electrical insulation for hotplate wiring and in building insulation. When asbestos is used… read more