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3M Declares Bankruptcy and Creates Trust to End Earplug Lawsuits
MedTruth Editors · August 10, 2022
The earplug company is using a $1 billion trust fund and bankruptcy to resolve close to 250,000 hearing damage claims.
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Optimizes Remote Regulation Tools
MedTruth Editors · August 9, 2022
The initial benefits outlined by the agency included using RRAs to determine compliance, inform regulatory decisions, and verify information submitted to the agency.
FDA RegulationFirefighters File PFAS Class Action
MedTruth Editors · August 5, 2022
PFAS chemicals, which are resistant to breaking down naturally in the environment, may accumulate in human tissue and have been associated with various health complications.
NewsVaginal Mesh Suit Summarily Dismissed
MedTruth Editors · August 4, 2022
A summary judgment can be thought of as a trial on paper. Both sides submit their best arguments for why the law favors their side, accepting all of their opponent's claims, with the judge eventually deciding the outcome.
Women's HealthAppeals Court Reverses $120 Million Mesothelioma Decision Against J&J
MedTruth Editors · August 3, 2022
The court ruled that Olson’s legal team did not present expert testimony that established sufficient evidence that Olson’s exposure to talcum in J&J’s products caused her health to deteriorate.
Legal Developments3M Earplug Retrial Requests Denied
MedTruth Editors · July 29, 2022
Nine of 3M's military earplug trial losses will not be retried after the company claimed delayed depositions muddied the verdicts.
Legal DevelopmentsRoundup Judge Approves $45 Million Settlement
MedTruth Editors · July 27, 2022
Monsanto was accused of failing to warn consumers about the potential health risks associated with glyphosate, the main active ingredient in Roundup weedkiller.
Legal DevelopmentsDicamba Damages Upheld By Appeals Court
MedTruth Editors · July 22, 2022
The 8th Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court's verdict for damages caused by Dicamba.
Legal DevelopmentsTeva Accused of Minimizing Its Part in Opioid Epidemic
MedTruth Editors · July 20, 2022
New York AG Letitia James claims that Teva headquarters downplayed its direction of Teva US to avoid legal consequences.
Legal DevelopmentsJUUL Injunction Temporarily Granted by Court
MedTruth Editors · July 15, 2022
A US District Court has temporarily blocked the FDA order pulling Juul Labs products from shelves.
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FDA Recalls At-Home Ventilators
MedTruth Editors · July 14, 2022
The FDA has issued a Class I recall of Baxter Healthcare Corporation’s Volara systems after severe side effects were discovered.
FDA RegulationDaily Harvest Faces Food Contamination Lawsuits
MedTruth Editors · July 13, 2022
According to the FDA, over 175 adverse events stemming from Daily Harvest's lentil meals have been reported.
NewsFDA Warns of Baby Neck Float Dangers
MedTruth Editors · July 12, 2022
The FDA has warned parents and caregivers not to use neck floats for water therapy intervention.
FDA RegulationSupreme Court Declines To Review $87M Pilliod Roundup Case
MedTruth Editors · July 8, 2022
The Supreme Court turned away Bayer’s appeal of Alva and Alberta Pilliod's Roundup cancer case.
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Creates 5-Year Plan for Treating Neurodegenerative Diseases
MedTruth Editors · July 7, 2022
The FDA's plan aims to treat rare neurodegenerative diseases like Lou Gehrig's Disease or ALS through research, clinic trials, and more.
FDA RegulationZantac Bellwether Dates Set in CA
MedTruth Editors · July 6, 2022
The first four Zantac trials in California have been set for 2023. Zantac users claim that they were unknowingly exposed to unsafe levels of NDMA.
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Proposes Plan For Limiting Nicotine in Cigarettes
MedTruth Editors · July 5, 2022
If implemented, the limit on nicotine would help to prevent people who experiment with cigarettes from becoming regular users.
FDA RegulationCVS Allegedly Overcharged Seniors For Drugs
MedTruth Editors · June 30, 2022
Medicare recipients were not informed about the option of generic drugs, less expensive but identical versions of their name-brand counterparts, a whistleblower claims.
NewsEPA Ordered To Reconsider Glyphosate Safety
MedTruth Editors · June 29, 2022
The EPA must reexamine its 2020 findings that glyphosate, the main active ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup weedkiller products, is “not likely” to cause cancer.
Laws + Congress“Next Legends” Native American Anti-Vaping Campaign Announced
MedTruth Editors · June 28, 2022
The FDA's Next Legends campaign aims to prevent tobacco and vape use among American Indian and Alaska Native youth.
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Judge Blocks Media Coverage of Roundup Cancer Trial
MedTruth Editors · June 27, 2022
The judge decided the media coverage might put pressure on the jury, resulting in jurors potentially dropping out.
Legal DevelopmentsJUUL Labs Products Expelled From U.S. Market
MedTruth Editors · June 24, 2022
The FDA has issued a removal of JUUL products in the United States because of the company’s inadequate safety information.
NewsFDA Announces New Breast Implant Study
MedTruth Editors · June 23, 2022
BIA-ALCL is a man-made cancer, a specific type of T-cell lymphoma, that is associated with textured breast implants.
NewsJudge Orders Mediation Talks in 3M Earplug MDL
MedTruth Editors · June 22, 2022
After 16 bellwether cases have been tried, Judge Rogers implied that all the necessary evidence has been presented to predict the outcome of future litigation.
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Approves First Systemic Alopecia Treatment
MedTruth Editors · June 21, 2022
Although there have been topical treatments available to treat alopecia, Olumiant is the first systemic treatment approved for the autoimmune disorder.
NewsAbbVie Faces Humira Kickback Allegations
MedTruth Editors · June 17, 2022
Defendants are accused of violating the federal Anti-Kickback Statute by providing free so-called “nurse ambassadors” to physicians who wrote prescriptions for Humira.
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Recalls Medtronic Heart Pump Kits
MedTruth Editors · June 16, 2022
Medtronic’s HVAD Pump Implant Kit is a type of medical device used to help the heart pump blood.
NewsTeva & Allergan Settle WV Opioid Lawsuit For Over $160 Million
MedTruth Editors · June 15, 2022
The trial accused manufactures of intensifying the opioid epidemic by grossly understating the risks of the highly-addictive painkillers.
Legal DevelopmentsPhilips Respironics Ventilator Faces Second Recall
MedTruth Editors · June 14, 2022
The recall addresses the defect that causes these ventilators to completely shut down without prior warning.
FDA RegulationPCBs “No More Toxic Than Table Salt,” Ex-Monsanto Official Testifies
MedTruth Editors · June 10, 2022
The attorney said both students, who attended the school beginning in 2011, should receive at least $12 million in damages because of their exposure to PCBs in light fixtures.
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Kroger Escapes Class Action Over Pain Patches
MedTruth Editors · June 9, 2022
The lawsuit claimed that Kroger's pain relief patches fall off within minutes after being applied to the skin, despite promising pain relief for hours.
NewsFDA Issues Supplement Guidance
MedTruth Editors · June 8, 2022
The FDA's new initiative aims to educate consumers about the risks and benefits of dietary supplements.
FDA RegulationFDA Approves New Diabetes Treatment
MedTruth Editors · June 7, 2022
The agency approved Mounjaro as a first of its class treatment to try to help meet diabetics' blood sugar goals.
FDA RegulationNestle Class Action Filed Over Glucose Drinks
MedTruth Editors · June 2, 2022
Steven Owen alleges that Nestle’s marketing is misleading in claiming its drink helps manage blood sugar in people with diabetes.
NewsFDA Warns Companies Selling Illegal CBD Products
MedTruth Editors · June 2, 2022
In the warning letters, the FDA discusses the illegal marketing of these delta-8 THC products as treatments for medical conditions or for therapeutic use.
FDA RegulationJury Awards Largest Single-Plaintiff Award in 3M Trial
MedTruth Editors · June 1, 2022
Beal's trial is the largest award in the MDL in which a jury has ordered the company to pay a single plaintiff.
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Releases Philips Recall FAQ
MedTruth Editors · May 30, 2022
The guide helps to determine if a Philips Respironics machine was recalled and what the risks are of using these recalled devices.
FDA RegulationJudge Rejects 3M’s Bid For Late Discovery in Earplug MDL
MedTruth Editors · May 27, 2022
3M’s attempt to force the U.S. military to hand over information related to the MDL was too late.
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Warns of Counterfeit COVID-19 Tests
MedTruth Editors · May 26, 2022
The FDA stated that although no counterfeit COVID-19 tests have been found in government-distributed centers, the agency is aware they are being distributed around the US.
FDA RegulationSupreme Court Urged To Let $25M Roundup Cancer Award Stand
MedTruth Editors · May 25, 2022
The U.S. Department of Justice has recommended that the lower court verdict be allowed to stand.
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J&J Accused of Exposing Workers to Asbestos
MedTruth Editors · May 24, 2022
In the midst of battling tens of thousands of talcum powder lawsuits, J&J appealed to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the family of a man who worked in J&J’s talc mines.
NewsFormer Monsanto CEO Testifies in First Roundup Trial Outside California
MedTruth Editors · May 20, 2022
This is the first trial in which former CEO of Monsanto Hugh Grant, who ran the company for 15 years, will testify.
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Warns About False NIPS Test Results
MedTruth Editors · May 19, 2022
NIPS tests work by taking a portion of the parent’s blood at a time when the fetal DNA can be detected. This DNA is examined for chromosomal or genetic abnormalities that may indicate future health problems.
Women's HealthCerebral Lawsuit Leads To ADHD Prescription Pause
MedTruth Editors · May 18, 2022
The lawsuit alleges that Cerebral’s business practices emphasized profits over patient safety and well-being.
NewsOpioid Settlement Increased by $46 Million
MedTruth Editors · May 17, 2022
Washington state's attorney general has secured a $518 million settlement from opioid manufactures.
Legal DevelopmentsWalgreens Opioid Lawsuit Settled For $683 Million
MedTruth Editors · May 11, 2022
The state of Florida has reached a settlement with Walgreens over the drug store’s alleged role in contributing to the opioid epidemic.
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Approves Marketing of New Alzheimer's Test
MedTruth Editors · May 11, 2022
A new diagnostic test for Azlheimer's detection has been FDA-approved for marketing.
FDA RegulationVeteran Awarded $2.2 Million in 3M Earplug Trial
MedTruth Editors · May 10, 2022
This is 3M's ninth trial loss in 15 bellwether trials alleging that defective military earplugs cause hearing damage and tinnitus.
Legal DevelopmentsStudy Finds Limited PFAS Levels in Face Masks
MedTruth Editors · May 9, 2022
Researchers found eight of the nine masks tested did not exceed safe PFAS exposure levels.
Research + FindingsEthicon Loses $300 Million Surgical Mesh Appeal
MedTruth Editors · May 6, 2022
The company must pay over $300 million to California for misleading marketing practices regarding transvaginal mesh products.
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FDA Proposes Flavored Tobacco Products Ban
MedTruth Editors · May 5, 2022
These bans have the potential to significantly decrease the rates of disease and death caused by burned tobacco products.
FDA RegulationBay Area Cities Sue Monsanto Over PCB Cleanup Costs
MedTruth Editors · May 4, 2022
Monsanto allegedly knew about the environmental and health hazards of PCBs but hid this information for its own profit.
NewsFake Covid Drug Manufacturers Face FDA Action
MedTruth Editors · May 3, 2022
These latest actions are part of a continued effort to crack down on unapproved, untested, or ineffective treatments for Covid-19 being sold to consumers.
FDA RegulationEPA Proposes Final Asbestos Ban
MedTruth Editors · April 29, 2022
The proposal would ban the importation of the last type of asbestos currently able to be brought into the US.
NewsFDA Proposes New Opioid Safety Initiative
MedTruth Editors · April 28, 2022
This new initiative would provide another avenue to traditional opioid disposal methods.
FDA RegulationRoundup Judge Criticizes Proposed False Advertising Settlement
MedTruth Editors · April 27, 2022
The settlement would provide payments to consumers who purchased certain Roundup products and resolve a lawsuit claiming that Monsanto failed to warn users.
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Authorizes First COVID-19 Breath Test
MedTruth Editors · April 26, 2022
This breath test provides highly accurate COVID-19 test results in a shorter timeframe than traditional PCR tests.
NewsJudge Denies 3M’s Fee Acceleration Motion For Earplug Plaintiffs
MedTruth Editors · April 22, 2022
3M argued that a court decision that waived the administrative docket’s $402 per claim filing fee has ballooned the number of defective earplug claims.
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Issues Cybersecurity Guidance For Medical Devices
MedTruth Editors · April 21, 2022
Attacks from cybercriminals have rendered entire hospital networks powerless and have led to delays in diagnosis, delays in treatment, and increases in patient harm.
FDA RegulationBayer Settles Dozens of Roundup Cancer Claims
MedTruth Editors · April 20, 2022
In March, Bayer announced that of approximately 138,000 cancer claims filed by individuals, 107,000 had been resolved or deemed ineligible.
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Opioid MDL Growth Halted
MedTruth Editors · April 19, 2022
The window to join the massive MDL in Northern Ohio has been officially closed by the JPML.
Legal DevelopmentsSandoz Recalls Potentially Carcinogenic Muscle Pain Pills
MedTruth Editors · April 15, 2022
The recall affects 13 lots of the muscle pain and spasm drug Orphenadrine Citrate.
NewsFDA Rescinds Covid Drug Authorization
MedTruth Editors · April 14, 2022
Sotrovimab is an intravenous monoclonal antibody medication originally authorized for treating Covid-19.
FDA RegulationJudge Grants Fast-Track Appeal of J&J’s Talc Bankruptcy
MedTruth Editors · April 13, 2022
Judge Kaplan allowed plaintiffs who have alleged that J&J’s asbestos-contaminated talc products caused them to develop cancer to appeal his ruling
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Issues Warning to Unauthorized COVID Drug Makers
MedTruth Editors · April 12, 2022
Two companies that claim to make drugs that cure Covid-19 have been sent FDA warning letters.
FDA Regulation13th Military Earplug Trial Returns $50 Million Plaintiff Verdict
MedTruth Editors · April 8, 2022
The trial concluded that the military veteran developed hearing loss and severe tinnitus because of 3M’s negligence.
Legal DevelopmentsFDA Issues Rulings on E-Cigarette Products
MedTruth Editors · April 7, 2022
The FDA has been reviewing millions of E-cigarette products, approving ones that are likely to assist adult smokers looking to reduce or eliminate their combustible cigarette use.
FDA RegulationPfizer Recalls Blood Pressure Drug
MedTruth Editors · April 6, 2022
Pfizer detected a potentially carcinogenic compound in the blood pressure lowering drug Accuretic.
NewsAcrylamide Lawsuits Halted Over Inconclusive Cancer Claims
MedTruth Editors · March 31, 2022
The federal court ruled that there is not enough evidence proving that acrylamide, a substance that’s formed during the heating process of certain foods, causes cancer.
NewsBayer Brings Second Roundup Verdict Petition to Supreme Court
MedTruth Editors · March 30, 2022
The company behind Roundup weedkiller, which thousands claim caused their cancer, is petitioning the nation’s high court to review a Roundup case for the second time.
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FDA Recalls Ventilators For Adhesive Defect
MedTruth Editors · March 29, 2022
Philips Respironics’ ventilators could stop functioning without warning or notification, potentially leading to patient deaths.
FDA RegulationLos Angeles Sues Monsanto Over PCBs in City Waterways
MedTruth Editors · March 25, 2022
Los Angeles is accusing Monsanto of failing to issue a warning to the city about the hazards PCBs.
NewsFDA Approves First Generic Version of Symbicort
MedTruth Editors · March 24, 2022
Generic drugs help to improve accessibility of affordable medicine. Generic Symbicort will provide greater options for treatment to those with asthma and COPD.
FDA RegulationJ&J Tested Asbestos On Inmates, Unsealed Docs Reveal
MedTruth Editors · March 23, 2022
The company hired a doctor to test the effects of asbestos on the inmates’ skin against the effects of talc.
NewsFDA Orders Phillips To Issue CPAP Warnings
MedTruth Editors · March 22, 2022
Some Philips CPAP and BiPAP machines use a foam that may break down and cause serious injury.
FDA RegulationSmith & Nephew Hip Implant MDL Claims Reduced
MedTruth Editors · March 18, 2022
Plaintiffs in the MDL all underwent hip resurfacing surgery with metal-on-metal implants.
Legal DevelopmentsJ&J Talc Bankruptcy Sparks Legislation Movement
MedTruth Editors · March 17, 2022
Attorneys and senators have come forth to suggest changes be made to the legislation surrounding bankruptcy law.
Laws + CongressChantix Carcinogen Class Action Dismissed
MedTruth Editors · March 16, 2022
The complaint accused Pfizer of misrepresenting the safety of the drug to consumers by failing to properly test Chantix despite warnings from regulators.
NewsNew Opioid Plan Increases Penalties for Sacklers
MedTruth Editors · March 15, 2022
A deal has been reached between the Sackler Family and the nine remaining states in the nationwide opioid settlement.
Legal DevelopmentsCook Medical IVC Filter Litigation Makes History in Indiana
MedTruth Editors · March 11, 2022
Retrievable IVC filters should be removed, but many are left in the body, and can cause bodily damage and pain.
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Drugmakers Lose Push to Pause Opioid Litigation
MedTruth Editors · March 10, 2022
Opioid litigation will continue after a judge rejected drug manufacturers' request for a pause.
Legal Developments3M Appeals First Military Earplug Trial Loss
MedTruth Editors · March 9, 2022
The company behind the military earplugs that allegedly cause hearing loss is urging the appeals court to bring an end to litigation.
Legal DevelopmentsBankruptcy Court Approves J&J Talc Case
MedTruth Editors · March 8, 2022
The judge is allowing Johnson & Johnson to move forward with the bankruptcy process for the company's new entity, LTL Management.
Legal DevelopmentsInvestors Predict 3M Financial Woes May Increase
MedTruth Editors · March 4, 2022
The current expected legal cost amounts to $33 billion. Analysts predict this number to be much higher for 3M.
NewsFDA Approves New Heart Disease Treatment
MedTruth Editors · March 3, 2022
This new heart medication adds another treatment option to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death and hospitalization due to heart failure.
FDA RegulationCA State Court Hears Zantac Lawsuits in October
MedTruth Editors · March 2, 2022
California will hold the first Zantac lawsuits in October of this year. Defendants are accused of failing to warn users about the drug's potential link to cancer.
Legal DevelopmentsBaby Formula Recalled by FDA
MedTruth Editors · March 1, 2022
Baby formula from a Michigan facility may be contaminated and has the potential to cause disease in infants.
NewsFDA Approves Generic Dry Eye Drug
MedTruth Editors · February 28, 2022
A generic form of Restasis has been FDA-approved for those suffering from dry eye. The drug increases the production of tears.
NewsFDA Recalls Fraudulent Covid Tests
MedTruth Editors · February 25, 2022
Two Covid tests labeled as FDA-approved have been recalled. The FDA recommends retesting with an authorized test and reporting any false results.
FDA RegulationVA Hearing Loss Bill Would Reduce Red Tape for Treatment
MedTruth Editors · February 22, 2022
The veteran has to prove that their damaged hearing was sustained during active duty, but many vets receive diagnoses after they have been discharged.
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Teva Settles Opioid Claims in Texas
MedTruth Editors · February 21, 2022
Teva will pay Texas $150 million in installments over the next 15 years to settle claims for the company's alleged role in the opioid epidemic.
NewsFDA Approves Veklury For Covid-19
MedTruth Editors · February 18, 2022
The FDA has approved a generic form of Remdesivir for the treatment of Covid in non-hospitalized patients.
NewsFDA Requests Public Comment on Credibility of Medical Device Models
MedTruth Editors · February 17, 2022
The new guidance will be used to support medical devices in the submission processes for a number of FDA approvals and clearances.
FDA Regulation$10 Million Eye Damage Lawsuit Joins Elmiron MDL
MedTruth Editors · February 16, 2022
Plaintiffs who allege that their vision has been damaged because of the drug all used Elmiron for many years.
Legal DevelopmentsJudge Blocks Discovery Request in Zantac Lawsuit
MedTruth Editors · February 15, 2022
GlaxoSmithKline will not be able to subpoena documents from plaintiffs in the Zantac multidistrict litigation.
Legal DevelopmentsHernia Mesh Victims Move for MDL Consolidation
MedTruth Editors · February 11, 2022
Because the patients’ claims are nearly identical, it would be inefficient to have the same discovery processes repeated in multiple courts.
NewsOpioid Manufacturers Settle With Indigenous Tribes
MedTruth Editors · February 10, 2022
Indigenous tribes have reached a settlement with opioid manufacturers over their alleged role in the opioid crisis.
Legal Developments3M Blasted By $110 Million Military Earplug Verdict
MedTruth Editors · February 9, 2022
This award is the largest thus far in the largest federal mass tort in U.S. history.
Legal DevelopmentsJudge Declines To Decide Talc Committee’s Motions
MedTruth Editors · February 8, 2022
Judge Freda L. Wolfson has declined to decide issues arising from the bankruptcy of J&J’s subsidiary, LTL Management.
Legal DevelopmentsNew Mexico Receives $44 Million From J&J To Resolve Opioid Claims
MedTruth Editors · February 4, 2022
J&J will pay New Mexico for its role in fueling the opioid epidemic in the state.
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