Saundersblog.com - May 2008 Archives

May 2008

Central Figure in Boston Priest Sex Abuse Scandal Wants a New Trial (09:17) - When it comes to sexual abuse notoriety, only one priest in the Archdiocese of Boston can come close to John Geoghan and that's Paul Shanley. The 77 year old former Catholic priest wants a new trial based on what his... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

Congressmen Call on Pharma to Reduce Ads (13:41) - Congressmen Dingell and Stupak, both Michigan Democrats, have sent letters to major pharmaceutical companies Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Merck & Co., Schlering-Plough Corp. asking them to reduce their direct to consumer marketing campaigns until a study on the subject has... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

Heparin Lawsuit Websites Detail Recall Information (23:19) - Saunders And Walker Internal Heparin Information Page Heparin Recall Lawyer Third Party Lawsuit Information Website Heparin Lawsuit... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

More Contact Lens Problems? (08:05) - An FDA committee will convene June 10th to discuss recent safety concerns with contact lens cleaning solutions. While some doctors cite improper cleaning technique as an ongoing problem, the FDA remains concerned about the safety and quality of some contact... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

Raytheon Knew About Groundwater Contamination in 1999 (11:17) - According to a News Channel 8 and Tampa Tribune ongoing investigation into the public records concerning the Raytheon groundwater contamination issue in St. Petersburg, the defense contractor knew about the toxic plume as early as 1999. Furthermore, the toxic plume... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments
Chantix Faces More Problems (09:21) - Pfizer's smoking cessation drug Chantix has already been linked to higher incidents of depression and suicide. Now, a drug safety group is warning users about other dangers linked to the drug. The Institute for Safe Medication Practices, a Horsham, Pa.,... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

CellCept and Myfortic Receive Renewed FDA Warning (10:28) - Roche's CellCept and Novartis' Myfortic have received renewed warnings from the FDA after miscarriages have been reported in organ transplant patients who've used the drugs. The initial FDA warning came last October after initial reports of miscarriages and birth defects... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments
Salesians Lawsuit Settled (10:03) - A lawsuit filed against the Salesians of Don Bosco was filed on the eve of trial for an undisclosed amount. The suit involved another Salesian from the now closed Mary Help of Christians School in Tampa. Jorge Acosta, who was... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

Stryker Receives FDA Warning Letter Lawsuit Result Of Recall (20:23) - Stryker Corporation has received its third FDA warning letter in the past year. The medical device company received the latest warning letter due to "quality systems and compliance issues". The letter noted issues with the plant's handling of compliance issues... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments
Digitek Recalled over Safety Concerns (08:56) - Actavis has had to recall its cardiac drug Digitek over serious safety concerns. The recall occurred as a result of some tablets being twice as thick and strength. While the scope of the safety concerns and injuries are not well... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments
Kugel Hernia Mesh Recall Lawsuit Lawyer And Attorney Information (03:36) - Kugel Hernia Mesh Recall Lawsuit Attorney And Class Action Lawyer Kugel Hernia Mesh Recall Information... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

Heparin Recall Brings FDA Oversight to China After Side Effects Cause Death (20:05) - In the wake of more deaths related to tainted heparin imported from China, the FDA plans to open branch offices in China. 10 FDA staff members are to report to 3 different Chinese locations in the upcoming months, according to... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

Raytheon Class Action Lawsuit Update (10:44) - Private irrigation well water tests have determined that two additional wells are contaminated with toxins associated with the Raytheon plant located on 72nd St. in St. Petersburg. The two wells in question are located in the 6900 block of 12th... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

Trasylol Removed from Market (21:25) - Trasylol, a clotting drug used during cardiac surgery has been pulled from the market by Bayer after an FDA request to remove the drug due to health concerns. The FDA asked for the withdrawal after its studies found that the... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments
Vermont Sex Abuse Lawsuit Verdict: $8.7Million (13:52) - While the $8.7 million civil verdict is arguably the largest in Vermont's history, it is not the only matter that makes the sex abuse lawsuit settlement unique. Revelation of internal church documents revealed one bishop threatening to sue another bishop... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

Ortho Evra Dangers (09:44) - The consumer advocacy group Public Citizen has petitioned the FDA to remove Ortho Evra from the marketplace. Controversy surrounding the birth control patch has escalated since a 2005 found that women using Ortho Evra were more susceptible to life threatening... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

Florida Leads Nation in Boating Deaths (09:05) - In the past decade, Florida has held some dubious distinctions-election debacles, the Elian Gonzalez saga, and the Terri Schiavo tragedy. Now it seems that the Sunshine State can add one more to its list: leading the nation in boating deaths.... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments
Raytheon Class Action Lawsuit (02:02) - Raytheon Class Action Lawsuit Joe Saunders will meet with concerned Azalea residents this evening ( March 8th 2008 ) to discuss the groundwater contamination by Raytheon. The meeting will be held at Azalea Baptist Church, 7900 22nd Ave. North, St.... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

Raytheon No Stranger to Class Action Lawsuits (09:54) - The specter of two class action lawsuits would put fear into the corporate heart of most companies. However, Raytheon Corporation hasn't blinked as it faces a class action lawsuit as a result of contaminating the groundwater in the Azalea neighborhood... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

Diabetic Pumps Carry Certain Risks for Teens (09:40) - While diabetic pumps used to treat teenagers with Type I diabetes have allowed them to live more normal lives, the pumps can come with certain risks. Some of the risks are associated with misuse of the pump but other risks... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

Raytheon Tests Wells as Plume Concern Grows in St. Pete Neighborhood (20:40) - Raytheon has inspected wells in the Azalea neighborhood and plans to do more testing in the wake of class action lawsuits and a report due to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection on May 31. In spite of Raytheon's continued... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

Celebrex and Bextra Manufacturer to Settle Lawsuits (19:16) - According to the Wall St. Journal, Pfizer is starting to settle lawsuits against its painkilling drugs Celebrex and Bextra. While the numbers are not yet official, one attorney told the Journal that he was offered $200,000 per client for his... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments

Merck Warned About Plant Issues (15:09) - Merck & Co. has received a warning letter from the FDA concerning issues with manufacturing standards at its West Point Pennsylvania facility. The facility in question manufactures vaccines and was cited by the FDA for numerous deviations in its laboratory... | 0 Trackbacks | 0 Comments