Risperdal is an antipsychotic drug prescribed to patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and autism. It is also given to patients with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, insomnia, and depression. A study published in 2006 showed that Risperdal, when given to adolescents and young adults, caused an elevated level of the hormone prolactin, which is responsible for breast development in …
What Is a Class Action Suit?
A class action suit is a lawsuit that includes a group of people. The group can be suing an individual or another group of people. The idea of a class action is predominantly an American phenomenon, although, in other countries, consumer groups are bringing claims on behalf of consumers. Most class action cases are filed in federal court, under Federal …
Another Bike Brake Recall
It seems like there are many bike components that fail, resulting in a recall. This time, SRAM LLC of Chicago, Illinois is recalling a hydraulic bicycle brake due to crash and injury hazard, according to the Consumer Protection Safety Commission (CPSC). This recall affects over 23,000 bikes sold between May 2013 and December 2013, under various brands such as: ASI: …
Weight Loss Companies Are Having Their Own Fat Trimmed
Several companies that sell fraudulent and misleading weight loss products are going to have to dig into their profits and find $34 million to pay consumers who were victimized by their advertising lies. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) just reached a settlement in a class action case with four companies that use deceptive advertising to sell weight-loss products, including dietary …
Judge Thinks NFL Settlement May Not be Enough
There is a lesson here for anyone who is considering a settlement for injuries they have suffered. How much is enough? Judge Anita Brody refused to approve a settlement in an NFL (National Football League) concussion case. Her concern is that the $760 million that has been offered by the NFL is not sufficient to cover the estimated 20,000 retired …
Misleading Food Labels Trigger Class Action Lawsuits
Mislabeling of foods that are either genetically modified (GMO) or contain genetically modified ingredients has the potential to trigger some of the largest class action lawsuits. Voters have had difficulty in passing amendments that would require GMO labeling on food, but consumers are joining together in an endeavor to exercise their right to know what is in their food. The …
How Does the IRS Treat Verdict Awards And Settlement?
Along with a new year comes the anguish of another tax cycle. No one wants to pay taxes on money he or she has worked hard to earn. To find out that some percent of money awarded with a jury verdict or through a negotiated settlement could be taxed, is insult to injury. However, the IRS does not see it …
$8.6M Verdict Against CSX For Retired Employee With Cancer
Railroads are an important part of American life and the employees of railroads contend with difficult and dangerous conditions to keep the trains and their cargo moving across the country. In Texas alone, there are more than 10,000 miles of track and almost 20,000 employees of many different rail lines, according to the Association of American Railroads. The Tennessee Court …
Making Playground Equipment Safe and Fun for Children
Kids love to play on playgrounds. Therefore, playground equipment should be fun and safe, whether is it the small swing sets found in backyards or large elaborate jungle gyms built in parks and schoolyards. In the US, more than 200,000 children visit the emergency room every year with playground-related injuries. Many of those injuries are caused by children being careless …
ATM Machines Trigger Negligent Security Lawsuits
ATM machines can be found everywhere. They are strategically located to provide bank customers with a quick and easy after hours banking experience. They are also placed by retail stores so their customers can have quick money to spend. Customers, who are interested in a quick withdrawal can just as quickly be a victim of an attack. ATMs can be …
