Archive for March 2019
What Is Diclofenac and What Are the Risks?
Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) doctors may prescribe to patients who suffer from arthritis. It specifically treats swelling or pain relating to rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Although this pain-relieving medication can help patients with these diseases live and move more comfortably, researchers have found connections between diclofenac and serious heart problems. You may…
Read MoreWhat Does a “Salvage Title” Mean in New York?
New York State’s salvage vehicle law requires the issuance of a salvage title on a vehicle if it fulfills specific standards – namely, if it has undergone major damage or destruction. Having a salvage title means the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) must inspect the vehicle first before issuing a new title certificate. The point…
Read MoreWhere Is Benzene Found and What Can it Do to You?
Benzene is a carcinogenic, meaning a known cancer-causing material. Many manufacturing companies use benzene in household products such as paint and detergents. The petroleum industry also relies on benzene for several purposes. Exposure to benzene as a consumer or worker could lead to many serious health complications. Where Might You Encounter Benzene? Benzene is a…
Read MoreSPBMC Expands Its Mass Tort Practice
The products liability lawyers at SPBMC represent mass tort victims from across the country. We currently represent patients and consumers injured by dangerous and defective medical devices, drugs, and household consumer products. SPBMC is presently accepting the following new cases and referrals: Talcum Powder – accepting cases on behalf of women who used Johnson &…
Read MoreSPBMC Obtains a $9.7 Million Verdict in a Medical Malpractice Case Against a Hospital in Brooklyn
After a three-week trial, a Brooklyn jury has awarded $9.7 million to the two children of a 33-year-old woman who bled to death in Wyckoff Hospital. We proved that several doctors practicing at the hospital had examined her when she was admitted for a cesarean section to give birth to her second child. Several hours…
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