Intuitive Surgical Inc., the makers of the DaVinci robot, are facing several lawsuits stemming from injuries sustained during surgical procedures performed by the robot. While Intuitive Surgical Inc. says they stand behind their product, at least 25 product liability lawsuits have been filed against the company in the past year, including one involving wrongful death […]
Justice Department Suing Florida over Treatment of Disabled Children
The state of Florida has a long history of placing mentally and physically disabled children in nursing homes, a practice the Department of Justice has tried for years to stop. On Monday, July 22nd, the DOJ filed a lawsuit against the state of Florida alleging many of the state’s 200 children currently living in adult […]
Monster Energy Drink Faces New Wrongful Death Lawsuit
After 19-year-old Alex Morris suffered cardiac arrhythmia and cardiomyopathy, which led to his death, a toxicology report found that no illegal drugs or alcohol were involved. In fact, the only thing Alex had consumed in excess was Monster Energy Drinks, having had two 16 oz. beverages in the 24 hours preceding his death – something […]
Airbag Injuries Lead to Investigations
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is currently investigating both GM and Honda for airbag problems that have resulted in multiple recalls on thousands of vehicles. The GM vehicle defect may be linked to electrical problems that prevent the bags from deploying, though the company has failed to identify the actual cause, which has prompted […]
Study Finds Blood Thinners Contribute to Seven Percent of Medication Errors
According to a new study published in the Annals of Pharmacotherapy, blood thinners, used to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke, account for seven percent of medication errors in hospitalized patients. Medication errors involving blood thinners can result in serious issues including: Rapid death of tissue Excessive and uncontrollable bleeding Worsening of certain […]
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