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Thousands of women have filed lawsuits alleging chemicals in their hair relaxer products caused them to develop cancer. On this page we will explain who qualifies to file a hair relaxer lawsuit. We will also look at the primary injuries being alleged by plaintiffs in the hair relaxer cases.

What are the Hair Relaxer Lawsuits About?

Recent scientific findings have unveiled a potential correlation between prolonged hair relaxer usage and elevated occurrences of uterine cancer. Uterine cancer, ranking as the fourth most prevalent cancer among women, sees around 65,000 new cases reported annually in the United States, representing about 3.5% of all cancer cases. Notably, the incidence of uterine cancer in Black women is twice as high as in White women in the country.

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Numerous women have brought lawsuits concerning vaginal mesh against multiple medical device firms due to injuries stemming from flawed transvaginal mesh implants. This article aims to outline the issues linked with vaginal mesh implants and their role in precipitating one of the most substantial mass litigation cases in history. Additionally, it will provide updates on the ongoing vaginal mesh class action lawsuit and offer insights into potential eligibility for individuals considering initiating their own legal action concerning vaginal mesh complications.

About Vaginal Mesh Implants

Vaginal mesh, also known as transvaginal mesh, represents a specific type of surgical mesh implant utilized to reinforce and bolster weakened or injured tissue during surgical procedures. These mesh products are tailored for female pelvic reconstructive surgeries, commonly performed to address pelvic organ prolapse and/or stress urinary incontinence. These conditions arise due to the weakening of pelvic muscles, allowing organs such as the uterus, bladder, or rectum to descend into the vaginal area. Surgical intervention aims to repair and fortify these weakened pelvic muscles.

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Cheryl Caldwell has filed a class action lawsuit against Nordic Naturals, Inc., alleging deceptive labeling practices regarding their product “Ultimate® Omega 2X.”

Caldwell claims the “2X” designation misleads consumers into believing that the product contains twice the omega-3 content of Nordic Naturals’ “Ultimate® Omega” product. Contrary to this implication, “Ultimate Omega 2X” contains 2150 mg of omega-3 per serving, not the 2560 mg that would represent double the “Ultimate Omega” product’s 1280 mg. Caldwell argues that this discrepancy results in the product having 16% less omega-3 than what is suggested by the “2X” label.  Let’s all admit that 16% less is not “2X” but it is not that far off, right?  But still, I get it. Misleading is misleading.

Nordic Natural Class Action Claims and Allegations

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A new class action lawsuit has been filed in Illinois federal court against The Quaker Oats Co., alleging negligence in ensuring the safety and quality of its granola products. This negligence led to the recall of over 90 varieties of breakfast items and snacks, suspected of being contaminated with salmonella during production.

On December 15, the Chicago-based company announced the recall of certain granola and oat bars and cereals due to potential salmonella exposure during processing. Salmonella is known to cause serious illnesses. The recall includes Quaker Chewy Bars in various flavors, multiple Quaker Simply Granola Oats varieties, and several Quaker snack mixes, as stated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.

January 12, 2024 Update

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This article offers current developments in the realm of asbestos and mesothelioma, encompassing legal decisions, trial outcomes, legislative changes, updates on bankruptcies linked to asbestos, and details about asbestos trust funds. If you’ve received a mesothelioma diagnosis or suspect an asbestos-related case, contact our team of asbestos lawyers for assistance.

January 2, 2024 – Bankruptcy Approved

A U.S. bankruptcy judge in Charlotte, North Carolina, ruled on Thursday that Aldrich Pump and Murray Boiler, two subsidiaries of Trane Technologies, can continue their bankruptcy process. This decision comes despite claims from asbestos plaintiffs that these companies are not actually struggling financially.

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Mesothelioma, an infrequent yet fatal cancer, solely arises due to exposure to asbestos, a material widely utilized in various industries before 1980. If an individual is diagnosed with mesothelioma, it implies direct or indirect exposure to asbestos at some point in their life.

Individuals diagnosed with mesothelioma have the right to pursue an asbestos lawsuit seeking financial compensation. Each year, numerous asbestos lawsuits are filed nationwide. Our team of national product liability lawyers actively handles asbestos cases for individuals diagnosed with mesothelioma (or their surviving family members). Contact us today at 800-322-3010.

Asbestos: A Historical Overview

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Aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) is a firefighting foam utilized to extinguish flammable liquid pool fires. AFFF contains perfluoroalkyl and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), man-made chemicals known for their water and stain-resistant properties. PFAS persist in the environment and accumulate in the human body, leading to growing concerns about potential health risks, including cancer, thyroid disease, and reproductive problems. Firefighters face particular risks due to AFFF exposure during firefighting operations.

The History of AFFF

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Recent studies have established that prolonged use or exposure to the industrial herbicide paraquat (Grameoxone) can lead to the development of early-onset Parkinson’s disease. Now thousands of agriculture workers are filing paraquat lawsuits alleging that they developed Parkinson’s due to occupational exposure to paraquat.

The paraquat cases have been consolidated into a “class action” MDL which should eventually results in a global settlement with payments to all claimants. This post will look at how much settlement compensation paraquat plaintiffs might reasonably expect to get.

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Warfarin is an anticoagulant medication commonly used to prevent blood clots and stroke in individuals with certain medical conditions such as atrial fibrillation, heart valve replacement, and deep vein thrombosis. It works by blocking the production of certain clotting factors in the blood. Warfarin is one of the most widely prescribed anticoagulants and has been in use for over 60 years.

This page looks at Warfarin side effects and litigation that has surrounded this medication.

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The Bair Hugger warming device has been a popular medical device used in hospitals for years. It is used to keep patients warm during surgeries, which helps prevent hypothermia and other complications. However, studies have suggested that the use of Bair Hugger warming devices during joint replacement surgery may increase the risk of infection.  These studies spawned thousands of lawsuits that evolved into the Bair Hugger class action lawsuit.

What Is the Bair Hugger Warming Device?

The Bair Hugger warming device is a forced-air warming system that was first introduced in 1987. It is a portable device that blows warm air through a disposable blanket, which covers the patient during surgery. The device is designed to maintain the patient’s body temperature, which helps reduce the risk of hypothermia and other complications.

The Bair Hugger was created in the 1980s by Augustine Medical, Inc., which was later acquired by Defendant Arizant Healthcare, Inc. In 2010, Defendant 3M Company purchased Arizant, including the Bair Hugger product line. The Bair Hugger is designed to keep patients warm during surgical procedures by blowing warm, forced air over the patient. It consists of a portable forced-air temperature management unit and a disposable Bair Hugger forced-air blanket, with 25 different styles available that vary in size and coverage, including partial or full coverage of the patient’s body, and some are used underneath the patient. The manufacturer markets Bair Huggers as a warming solution that can be used for various patients, from pediatric to geriatric, and for both short and long procedures. The marketing slogan for Bair Huggers is “Everyone Deserves a Hugg™,” emphasizing its suitability for everyone.

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