Use of Seat Belts Saves Lives in Virginia (VA)
In 2007, Virginia (Va.) suffered 1,012 deaths on highways according to preliminary statistics which makes it the deadliest year since 1990.
Merck Settles Vioxx Claims for $4.85 Billion
Merck & Co announced Friday that it will pay $4.85 billion to settle lawsuits over Vioxx. This is belived to be the largest drug settlement ever and will be binding only if 85% of the plaintiffs agree to drop their cases.
Family Members Who Contract Asbestos Cancers-“Take Home” Asbestos Cases Create Difficult Legal Issues
Authored by: Richard N. Shapiro
What happens if an employee carries asbestos home on their clothing, and decades later a spouse or even a child contract asbestos induced cancer (mesothelioma terminal cancer) and the only known source known is from the parent who worked at a plant or factory?
FDA Questioning Cold Drug Ingredients
The FDA is asking a panel of outside experts whether the new ingredients in Sudafed actually relieve nasal congestion.