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California Depo-Provera Brain Cancer Lawsuit. Depo-Provera birth control injection linked to Brain Cancer.

California Depo-Provera Brain Cancer Lawsuit

California Depo-Provera Brain Cancer Lawsuit

On October 1, 2024, Kristina Schmidt from California filed the first Depo-Provera brain cancer product liability and personal injury lawsuit in the United States District Court Northern District of California.

PFAS Contamination Lawsuit against Kleenex. According to a new federal class action lawsuit, deadly PFAS pollution from a Connecticut Kleenex plant has contaminated the land, well water aquifers, and drinking water, risked residents’ health, and destroyed their property values.

PFAS Contamination lawsuit

PFAS Contamination lawsuit. Over 15,000 of these similar man-made chemicals are linked with cancer, severe diseases, and wrongful death.

This Kleenex PFAS Contamination Lawsuit is the first case involving facial tissues, though researchers previously found the chemicals in toilet paper.

PFAS and the related 15,000 man-made chemicals are going to be the biggest environmental disaster of the 21st century.

What is PFAS?

PFAS stands for Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. PFAS are a class of more than 15,000 man-made chemicals that have been widely used in various industrial and consumer products since the 1950s. PFAS are prized for their ability to repel water and oil, resist heat, and reduce friction. PFAS is supposed to be regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the federal government, but usually nothing comes of it and hence Private Citizens lawsuits like this one, to force the regulatory bodies to act.

PFAS have been used in a wide range of products including non-stick cookware, think Teflon, stain-resistant fabrics, think ScotchGard, water-repellent clothing, food packaging, think Pizza boxes, firefighting foams, and many others. Continue reading

Asbestos Dangers Cover-Up. In this article, I’ll address the asbestos mining and manufacturing companies that were involved in the massive cover-up over the dangers of Asbestos. These companies clearly put profits before people.

Asbestos Dangers Cover-Up

Asbestos Dangers Cover-Up linked to catastrophic lung disease and cancer.

The asbestos industry’s cover-up of the dangers associated with asbestos exposure is a significant and troubling part of asbestos industrial history.

Ozempic Weight Loss. Ozempic and many similar diabetes drugs are being used to get rid of the extra pounds. In this article, I will address what Ozempic is, and how Ozempic and other similar drugs work for weight loss, focusing on the Ozempic Pros and Cons and updating the Ozempic lawsuit status.

Ozempic Weight Loss

Ozempic Weight Loss linked to severe gastrointestinal side effects including gastroparesis and ileus.

Legal Help for Victims of Ozempic, Wegovy, or Rybelsus

The Bard PowerPort catheter has been linked to many serious injury complications and side effects. Severe failure cases have led to permanent injuries or death. These are the common complications associated with the Bard PowerPort catheter including:

Bard PowerPort

Bard PowerPort catheter is linked to fractures, blood clots, embolism, deep vein thrombosis and other serious injuries. Injured by Bard PowerPort? Call Dr. Shezad Malik at 214-390-3189.

Catheter Migration. The catheter may move from its intended position.

After tackling defective hip implants over the past 15 years, another implant manufacturer is under the gun. Affected patients are filing lawsuits against Synovo Total Hip Replacement System (THS). The lawsuits claim that the Synovo THS uses modified components that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved.

Synovo Hip System

Synovo Hip System defects linked to hip joint loosening, difficulty walking, and pain requiring expensive revision surgery. Injured? Call Dr. Malik Law Firm 214-390-3189

Synovo Hip System Concerns. If you or a loved one suffered side effects of a Synovo hip replacement, call Dr. Shezad Malik  Law Firm now at (214) 390-3189 for a free case review.

The lawsuits also claim that the THS has not been sufficiently tested and that the safety and effectiveness of the modified parts have not been proven.

What is the Synovo lawsuit about?

As with all the previous lawsuits against hip manufacturers over the past 15 years, this is nothing new. These hip implant companies take shortcuts in their rush to get to the marketplace, do insufficient or incomplete safety testing, find out problems or defects with their product and fail to notify the FDA or the public.

The Synovo hip implant lawsuits are primarily related to issues with the Synovo Total Hip System, which was altered from its original design approved by the FDA. These modifications, made in 2019, have raised concerns about the safety and effectiveness of the implants. Continue reading

Suboxone Teeth Rot. Suboxone is a prescription sublingual film medication used to treat opioid addiction and opioid dependence. Suboxone oral film can be effective in helping patients handle withdrawal symptoms and damp down cravings for opioids, but there are potentially serious side effects noted with its use.

Suboxone Teeth Rot

Suboxone Teeth Rot? Contact Dr. Shezad Malik Law Firm at 214-390-3189.

Dependency. Suboxone contains buprenorphine, a partial opioid agonist, which means it has similar effects as an opioid drug but at a lower level. Buprenorphine changes the way the brain and nervous system respond to pain. Buprenorphine also decreases the pleasurable effects of opioids, making misuse of them less appealing. Suboxone can help reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings, but it can also lead to physical dependence if not taken as prescribed.

Abuse potential. Although Suboxone has a lower potential for abuse compared to full opioid agonists, it can still be abused, particularly when taken in higher doses or in combination with other substances.

Dental Side Effects. Suboxone has been touted as a safe medication to treat opioid addiction but the acidic components in Suboxone strips have been shown to cause severe enamel erosion and subsequent dental problems, including Suboxone teeth rot. Continue reading

ProFemur Hip Implant Complications. Today I am going to address the Profemur metal-on-metal (MoM) hip fiasco, the premature failure of the implant, and the need for painful and costly revision surgery.

ProFemur Hip Implant Complications

ProFemur Hip Implant Complications include sudden fracture leading to falls and the need for emergency painful revision surgery. Injured? Call Dr. Shezad Malik Law Firm at 214-390-3189.

My focus in this article is the Wright Profemur hips which continue to suddenly fracture at an alarming rate, leading to severe pain, immediate lack of mobility, increased risk of falls, and the expensive emergency revision surgery that is needed to fix the broken hip implant.

What’s the Wright ProFemur Hip Implant?

The Wright Profemur Total Hip System is a modular implant, consisting of a femoral stem, a modular neck, and a femoral head, connected to a metal acetabular cup.

The Wright ProFemur Hip Implant is a type of hip replacement system designed and manufactured by Wright Medical Technology, Inc. It’s part of a category of orthopedic implants used in hip replacement surgeries, also known as total hip arthroplasty. Continue reading

Paraquat and Parkinson’s link. In this article, I am going to discuss the profound dangers of Paraquat, the scientific link to the terrible neurological disease, Parkinson’s disease, and address Paraquat’s health impacts, the current status of Paraquat lawsuits, and broader themes about environmental toxins and health.

Paraquat Parkinson's link

Paraquat Parkinson’s link, the powerful herbicide is linked to causing Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s Disease from Paraquat? Call Dr. Shezad Malik Law Firm at 214-390-3189

  • Paraquat Exposure
  • Paraquat and Parkinson’s Link
  • Scientific Evidence
  • Paraquat Regulatory Responses
  • Paraquat Poisoning Symptoms
  • Paraquat Safety Precautions
  • What is Parkinson’s disease?
  • Lawsuit action against Paraquat

Paraquat Exposure

Paraquat dichloride, commonly known simply as Paraquat, is a highly toxic herbicide widely used for weed and grass control. Its use is prevalent in agriculture due to its effectiveness, but it poses significant health risks if not handled properly. Here’s an overview of the key points regarding Paraquat exposure: Continue reading

Roundup Weedkiller. In this article, I am going to address Roundup, and its links to cancer specifically non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and provide an update on the current trials and appeals.

Roundup Weedkiller

Roundup Weedkiller linked to Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and other cancers. Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and used Roundup? Call Dr. Shezad Malik Law Firm at 214-390-3189.

The use of the popular herbicide Roundup and glyphosate the main ingredient in Roundup and other weedkillers, is linked to an increased risk of non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and other cancers.

Roundup Weedkiller Glyphosate

The concerns surrounding glyphosate, the active ingredient in many herbicides are multifaceted and involve environmental, health, and regulatory issues.

Glyphosate Health Concerns:

Cancer Risk: The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a branch of the World Health Organization (WHO), classified glyphosate as “probably carcinogenic in humans” (Group 2A) in 2015 based on limited evidence of cancer in humans (from real-world exposures that actually occurred) and sufficient evidence of cancer in experimental animals.

This classification has fueled ongoing debates and legal battles, despite other regulatory bodies, including the EPA, concluding that glyphosate is not likely to be carcinogenic to humans based on their assessments.

Environmental Impact:

  • Biodiversity Loss: Glyphosate’s effectiveness as a broad-spectrum herbicide can lead to decreased plant diversity which can have cascading effects on ecosystems, including impacts on pollinators and other wildlife.
  • Weed Resistance: The widespread use of glyphosate has led to the evolution of glyphosate-resistant weed species, which can become difficult and costly to control, leading to increased herbicide use.

It’s important to note that the context of glyphosate’s use (e.g., adherence to label directions, personal protective equipment usage) and exposure levels are critical factors in assessing its risks.

Problem with Glyphosate Resistance

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