Settlement announced in US hernia mesh litigation
In October 2024, multinational medical company BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) announced it had reached a settlement to resolve the vast majority of US lawsuits concerning serious harms allegedly linked to the company’s hernia mesh products. The settlement is expected to resolve about 38,…
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Thursday, October 24th, 2024, is Brain Cancer Awareness Day in Canada. Globally, Brain Tumour Awareness Week occurs during October 26th – November 2nd, 2024. The Canadian Cancer Society estimates that 3,300 Canadians, including 1,400 women, will be diagnosed with brain and spinal cord cancer…
View the post titled Brain Cancer Awareness DayNew warnings for gastroparesis, severe stomach problems added to popular GLP-1 drugs
The Canadian product information for in-demand type 2 diabetes drugs Mounjaro and Trulicity has recently been updated with new warning language describing certain serious gastrointestinal risks, including gastroparesis (aka stomach paralysis). The updated warnings for Mounjaro and Trulicity …
View the post titled New warnings for gastroparesis, severe stomach problems added to popular GLP-1 drugsStudy shows half of patients consuming pentosan polysulfate sodium unaware of drug’s harmful effects
Elmiron, a drug containing the active ingredient pentosan polysulfate sodium (PPS), is a medication that may be prescribed to treat interstitial cystitis, a condition characterized by chronic bladder or pelvic pain or discomfort. Studies have demonstrated a link between this medication and a…
View the post titled Study shows half of patients consuming pentosan polysulfate sodium unaware of drug’s harmful effectsCivil Motions in the Superior Court of Justice: A Practical Guide for Junior Lawyers
Practical tips for bringing and speaking to motions in the civil Superior Court of Justice in London, Ontario.
View the post titled Civil Motions in the Superior Court of Justice: A Practical Guide for Junior LawyersThe dangers of drip pricing: Shining a spotlight on hidden fees
When a consumer chooses to make a purchase based on a price displayed, they should be able to trust that price is accurate. Unfortunately, it is all too common for a shopper to be bombarded by surprise fees which are tacked on just before or even after credit card information has been entere…
View the post titled The dangers of drip pricing: Shining a spotlight on hidden feesSuboxone tooth decay lawsuits on the rise in North America
Suboxone is a medication containing buprenorphine, which is a first-line treatment for opioid addiction. Suboxone is sold as oral tablets or film and is meant to be left in the mouth, either under the tongue or in the cheek, and allowed to dissolve to take effect. However, in recent years, r…
View the post titled Suboxone tooth decay lawsuits on the rise in North AmericaCanadian Cook IVC Settlement now open to claims
On July 5th, 2024, a claims filing process became open to Canadians to apply for compensation for injuries suffered following the implant of certain IVC (inferior vena cava) filters—medical devices designed to trap blood clots passing through the IVC, the body’s largest vein. The claims proc…
View the post titled Canadian Cook IVC Settlement now open to claimsConsumer class actions and products to watch for
Class actions can be a way to hold large companies to account when their products fall short of quality standards or pose risks to consumers. Class actions can also be a route to recovery if a manufacturer fails to exercise due diligence in designing or producing their products, makes false …
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Opioid treatment drug Suboxone linked to tooth decay
Suboxone, a drug used for opioid dependence, has been reported to cause severe dental issues. Studies have shown a link between buprenorphine – an active ingredient in Suboxone – and an increased risk of severe dental harms. These issues include cavities, tooth decay, dental abscesses/infect…
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