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The Fosamax lawsuit suffered a long and slow death.  The plaintiffs did not deserve this long and awful ride.  But the litigation over a decade later appears to be (nearly) dead. This post was first written in 2013 and has been updated in 2023 and 2024.

September 2024 Foxamax Lawsuit Update

In a ruling that revives these lawsuits, the Third Circuit ruled that the FDA letter denying Merck’s proposed labeling changes for its osteoporosis drug, Fosamax, does not amount to a final agency action that preempts state law “failure to warn” claims. The decision centers on over 500 plaintiffs who allege that Merck failed to provide adequate warnings about the risk of atypical femoral fractures associated with the drug. The court concluded that the New Jersey federal judge wrongly prioritized FDA informal communications over the plaintiffs’ arguments against preemption.

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Walmart has consented to a $45 million class-action settlement, offering up to $500 in compensation to affected customers for allegations of overcharging. Victims can expect to receieve compensation in 2025.

This Walmart settlement, pending final court approval in Florida, targets purchases of specific meat, seafood, and bagged citrus products at Walmart locations in the U.S. or Puerto Rico from October 19, 2018, to January 19, 2024.

What the Lawsuit Is About?

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Snapchat, the popular social media platform operated by Snap Inc., has faced a series of Snapchat lawsuits in recent years alleging that its design features and inadequate safety measures have made it a breeding ground for “sextortion” and other forms of extortion and exploitation, particularly targeting minors. These legal actions have highlighted significant concerns parents have about this app’s responsibility to protect its young users from predators who misuse its features. The consequences when this happens can be tragic.

Snapchat

Snapchat, launched in 2011, quickly gained popularity, especially among younger demographics, for its unique features, such as disappearing messages, which kids love for obvious reasons, and multimedia sharing.

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This page will explain the details of the new class action lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson regarding the presence of benzene in some of its acne skin care products. The lawsuit claims that JNJ defrauded consumers by selling benzoyl peroxide acne products that were unsafe because they contained benzene, a chemical known to cause cancer.

About J&J BPO Acne Products

Over fifty million Americans are affected by acne annually, making it the most common skin condition in the country. Acne’s prevalence is especially high among adolescents, nearly 95%, and can persist into adulthood, making effective and safe treatments crucial.

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A new class action lawsuit against Whirlpool Corporation addresses refrigerators alleged to have defective wiring that compromises the appliance’s functionality and safety.

If you bought a Whirlpool refrigerator, you likely did because the company has an outstanding reputation of making quality products. But, according to the plaintiffs, the wires, designed to flex with the opening and closing of the refrigerator doors, are prone to fraying or breaking prematurely due to the use of substandard materials.

This defect, often manifesting within a few years of purchase, significantly hinders the refrigerator’s performance by disabling critical features such as ice makers and water dispensers—key selling points emphasized in Whirlpool’s marketing materials. Furthermore, the plaintiffs highlight an alarming safety concern: the risk of electrocution or fire stemming from exposed, live wires, a danger exacerbated by the presence of water and known to refrigerator manufacturers like Whirlpool.

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The Lenovo class action lawsuit alleges that Lenovo sold Flex 5 and Yoga 730 laptops with a defect in the display that significantly impairs the laptops’ functionality.

Despite sending his Flex 5 laptop to Lenovo for repairs twice during the warranty period, the plaintiff, along with many other purchasers, found that the display issues persisted after the repairs. Lenovo was accused of suggesting ineffective repair methods or failing to address the core issue causing the defect.

The lawsuit claims Lenovo knew about this defect but continued to market and sell these laptops, highlighting their high-resolution displays and versatile screen positions as major selling points.

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On this page, our lawyers will explain exactly who is eligible to file a Roundup cancer lawsuit. Will summarize the basic eligibility criteria that our firm is currently using to screen potential Roundup cases; and we will discuss the relevant injuries involved in the Roundup lawsuits.

About the Roundup Lawsuits

For decades, Roundup was the leading brand of herbicide (weed killer) on the market. Roundup was originally developed and manufactured by Monsanto, until 2017 when Monsanto was bought out by Bayer.

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On this page we will look at who qualifies to file a Truvada lawsuit. We will summarize the basic eligibility criteria that our firm is applying to screen potential Truvada lawsuits; and we will describe the relevant injuries being alleged in the Truvada cases.

What Are the Truvada Lawsuits About?

Truvada is a prescription drug used for the treatment and prevention of HIV. It helps to control the HIV virus and prevent it from being transmitted to partners. The active ingredient in Truvada is tenofovir disoproxil fumarate or “TDF” which was developed by Truvada’s manufacturer, Gilead Pharmaceuticals.

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In 2021, the cellular wireless network company T-Mobile experienced a major “data breach” that caused the personal information of millions of their customers to be exposed to potential hackers. A class action lawsuit was filed against T-Mobile on behalf of all wireless customers who had their information exposed. That lawsuit eventually resulted in a $350 million settlement available to all impacted customers. On this page, we will explain the story behind the T-Mobile customer data breach lawsuit and outline the details of the settlement.

Following a cyberattack in 2021 that exposed the personal information of millions of customers, T-Mobile reached a settlement of $350 million to address allegations of negligence leading to the breach. This settlement marked the second-largest in U.S. history for a data breach, with Equifax’s $700 million settlement in 2019 being the largest.

The deadline for submitting claims to be part of the substantial payout was Monday, January 23, 2023. However, shortly before this deadline, on January 19, 2023, T-Mobile disclosed another cyberattack that affected a minimum of 37 million current customers.

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On this page, we will look at who qualifies to file a talcum powder lawsuit. We will summarize the basic eligibility criteria that our firm is applying to screen potential talc lawsuits; and we will describe the relevant injuries associated with these cases.

About the Talcum Powder Lawsuits

Talcum powder is a mineral-based powder made from talc, a naturally occurring mineral. Talc is composed of magnesium, silicon, and oxygen. The powder has a soft, silky texture and is widely used in various cosmetic and personal care products. Talc is a common ingredient in cosmetic products such as baby powder, body powders, and face powders. It is used for its ability to absorb moisture and provide a smooth texture.

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