Archive for April 2020
Public Safety Officers Benefit Fund May Cover COVID-19 Victims
As we continue to see an increase in the death toll across the United States due to the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, we also see an increase in the spread of the virus to first responders on the front lines, especially in New York City. Fortunately, some good news has recently come for the families…
Read MoreSPBMCC Attorney James Wilkens Obtains Verdict of $3,500,000 for the Plaintiff in Medical Malpractice Case
On March 13, 2020, a Queens jury awarded $3,500,000 to a 31-year-old woman who now suffers from bowel problems as a result of medical malpractice by her medical care providers. SPBMCC Trial Counsel Jim Wilkens represented the plaintiff in the case. Plaintiff Suffered a Laceration to her Rectum While Giving Birth During the delivery of…
Read MoreA Call for Action: Protect and Provide for Healthcare Workers and First Responders amid the Coronavirus Pandemic
As Covid-19 spreads throughout New York City and to the rest of the country, our thoughts and prayers go out to those afflicted with this virus. Additionally, we feel an immense sense of gratitude to have such dedicated First Responders and Healthcare Professionals fighting this disease on the frontlines each day. To that end, we…
Read MoreFDA Requests Removal of Ranitidine (Zantac) Products From Market for Potential Carcinogen
On April 1st, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced its request for all prescription and over-the-counter ranitidine drugs to be removed from the market immediately. This decision was made based on an ongoing investigation of the potential risk of N-nitrosodimethylamine, or NDMA, to public health. Here, the product liability attorneys at Sullivan Papain Block…
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