History of Zofran in the US – Key Dates
What do consumers need to know about the history of Zofran use in the U.S.? Here are some key dates: Zofran has been on the market since January 1991, when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved manufacturer Glaxo Wellcome’s new drug to treat nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy...
Continue ReadingSerra Nissan General Manager Randy Visser Enters Plea Deal in Criminal Conspiracy Case
Serra Nissan General Manager Randy Visser has entered a guilty plea to criminal conspiracy charges involving wrongdoing at Serra Nissan. Visser was accused of defrauding Nissan North America by falsifying sales reports in a scheme to collect incentive bonuses from the carmaker. Maximum punishment for the federal crime is up...
Continue ReadingSerra Nissan Fraud Investigation-Former Managers Guilty of Conspiracy
Former Serra Nissan sales manager Abdul Islam Mughal was given a two and a half year prison sentence for his role in the Serra Nissan fraud case. Seven other former employees of Serra Nissan pled guilty in federal court in Birmingham to a variety of fraud charges stemming from a...
Continue ReadingOver-the-Counter Drug Dangers
Beware of over-the-counter medications that can affect your driving. Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs are serious medicines and if not taken as directed by the drug label, these medications can have lingering effects. It is important to follow the Drug Facts on each OTC label to ensure the side effects do not interrupt your...
Continue ReadingDuPont Bound by Settlement Agreement: Six Diseases Linked to C-8 Exposure
An Ohio federal judge ruled Wednesday, December 17, that DuPont will be bound to its contractual agreement and to the results of the DuPont-sponsored scientific panel study which found that C-8 exposure likely causes kidney cancer, testicular cancer, thyroid disease, ulcerative colitis, high cholesterol, and pregnancy-induced hypertension and preeclampsia. (more…)
Continue ReadingGetting Your Car Fixed After a Car Wreck
So you’ve had a car crash. You’re well insured – liability and comprehensive – but there’s still the hassle of getting your car repaired. If your car is not drivable, your insurance company will likely have it towed to the body shop you recommend. An adjuster will survey the damages,...
Continue ReadingDon’t Rush to Settle After Your Car Accident
After a car accident, the insurance companies want to settle as quickly as possible. It’s in their interest, not yours, to settle all claims quickly. Even if you don’t believe you have been injured, go to a doctor for a medical exam. Your insurance company will likely cover the cost. And while...
Continue ReadingDistracted Driving – A Serious Public Safety Issue in Alabama
Distracted driving on U.S. roads and highways has become an issue of significant concern. Deadly motor vehicle crashes have increased because the driver is using a cell phone. In an effort to address this growing problem, new laws have been passed across the country to regulate the use of cell...
Continue ReadingWhat You Need to Know About Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a serious, life-threatening illness that affects thousands of individuals each year. The experienced attorneys at Cory Watson have represented mesothelioma victims and their families for more than 30 years, providing valuable information, resources, and help to those affected nationwide. What is Mesothelioma? Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer...
Continue ReadingVaccine Injuries and Paralysis Lawsuits
Each year, millions of Americans receive routine vaccinations from their local doctor, hospital, or pharmacy. Vaccines are commonly used to prevent illnesses such as influenza, human papillomavirus (HPV), hepatitis, tetanus, measles, mumps, and rubella. While these and other vaccines are an important part of maintaining good health, there is a...
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