Kennedy Hodges, L.L.P. Legal Blog

Mexican Bus Companies Are Under The Microscope

2008-05-08T14:54:00.000-07:00

Attorneys and safety experts are scrutinizing bus companies that provide service between Mexico and the United States following a number of recent accidents and safety violations. Most recently, one passenger was killed and several others injured when a bus driver ran off the road after falling asleep while traveling through South Texas. Despite such accidents and information from court records, federal transportation regulators maintain that the safety records of such carriers are no worse than conventional bus companies. Juan A. Lozano, Houston Chronicle 05/08/2008
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If you are looking for a Houston bus accident attorney, please call us at 713-523-0001. You can speak with a bus accident lawyer to discuss your potential claim. You can also call our bus accident attorneys toll free at 877-342-2020.

Kennedy Hodges Seeking Prescription Error Cases

2008-04-29T07:19:00.000-07:00

Kennedy Hodges, LLP is seeking to represent individuals who have been victimized by prescription errors. Each day, Americans receive the wrong medications from their pharmacists. Some people receive another drug in error, or are given a strength that was not prescribed. Some receive inaccurate instructions or inadequate instructions. Many times, these cases are determined to be negligence as a matter of law. We have represented many clients who have prescription error claims against some of the biggest pharmacies, including CVS, Walgreens, Wal-Mart, Target, etc. If your pharmacist made a mistake while filling a prescription, you need to obtain an attorney.

If you are looking for a drug error attorney, please call us today. A prescription error lawyer can answer your questions regarding your potential claim. Call us at 713-523-0001 to speak with a prescription error attorney. Or, you can call us toll-free at 1-877-342-2020 to speak with a drug error lawyer.

Nail Gun Injuries Continue to Rise

2008-04-17T08:17:00.000-07:00

As the number of injuries caused by air-powered nail guns continues to rise, hazards remain largely unaddressed by regulatory agencies. According to one estimate, 42,000 people are treated annually for nail gun injuries in hospital emergency rooms. One tragic case has become the subject of a wrongful death lawsuit filed against toolmaker Hitachi-Koki USA. Andrew McIntosh, The Sacramento Bee 04/13/2008
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If you are looking for a nail gun attorney, please call us at 713-523-0001. You can also call a nail gun lawyer toll free at 877-342-2020.

$30 Million Awarded in Medical Malpractice Case

2008-04-09T09:34:00.001-07:00

A Florida jury has ordered a hospital and gynecologist to pay $30 million for negligence that led to a now 17-year-old boy's mental and physical disabilities. The jurors deliberated for three days before awarding $24 million in compensatory damages and $6 million in non-economic damages against Westside Regional Medical Center and Dr. Mark Grenitz. According to reports, the award is the largest ever granted in a Broward County medical malpractice case. Todd Wright, Miami Herald 04/08/2008
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If you are looking for a Houston medical malpractice attorney, please call us at 713-523-0001.

Drug Makers Seeking Immunity

2008-04-08T08:21:00.000-07:00

Drug companies may be closing in on a long sought-after goal: federal protection from lawsuits. Advocates for pre-emption argue that only the Food and Drug Administration has sufficient capabilities to regulate drugs and that expertise should not be called into question by a jury. Critics of the FDAs oversight point to cases such as the Ortho Evra birth control patch, in which the agency waited years before warning women about potentially fatal side effects. Gardiner Harris and Alex Berenson, The New York Times 04/06/2008
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Once again, our constitutional right to trial by jury is under attack. Unfortuntately, these attacks are becoming more and more successful. If you are seeking a drug litigation attorney, please call us at 713-523-0001.

Deadline Extended for Vioxx Settlement

2008-04-01T14:57:00.000-07:00

The deadline for plaintiffs to file the necessary paperwork to receive early payments in the Vioxx settlement has been extended from March 31 to May 1. Merck and the law firm designated to administer the claims decided to extend the deadline in order to accommodate a large number of plaintiffs who are still working on claims. The final deadline for all settlement claims remains July but could be extended to October if necessary.

Vytorin and Zetia No Longer in Favor

2008-04-01T13:03:00.000-07:00

Vytorin and Zetia may become second or third line therapies after being panned by physicians at last weekend's annual meeting of the American College of Cardiology.

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$14 Million Awarded for Car Crash

2008-04-01T12:54:00.000-07:00

A Florida jury has ordered a Miami-area private high school to pay $14 million for its role in an auto accident that killed one student and left another brain damaged and paralyzed. Jurors found that Archbishop Coleman Carroll High School was partially negligent because the school did not notify authorities about an underage drinking party that preceded the crash. In a statement, the school, which is owned by the Archdiocese of Miami, said it would appeal the decision. Adam H. Beasley, Miami Herald 03/31/2008
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If you are looking for an auto accident attorney or a trucking accident attorney, please call us at 713-523-0001 or toll free at 877-342-2020.

Colorado Springs Police Officers Recover $5.25 Million

2008-03-25T10:00:00.000-07:00

Colorado Springs police officers who claimed they were forced to work off-the-clock will receive $5.25 million as part of proposed settlement with the city. Under the settlement, the city will also put procedures in place to prevent officers from being forced to work overtime without pay. The settlement is expected to be approved early next month. Joey Bunch, Denver Post 03/21/2008
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$100 Million Awarded Against Starbucks

2008-03-25T09:01:00.000-07:00

A California judge has ruled that Starbucks Corp. must pay baristas in that state more than $100 million for forcing them to share tips with shift supervisors. San Diego Superior Court Judge Patricia Cowett also found that state law prohibits managers and supervisors from profiting from employee gratuities and issued an injunction to stop the practice. Starbucks said it plans to appeal the judge's ruling. Roger Vincent and Andrea Chang, LA Times 03/21/2008
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If you are looking for a lawyer to pursue your tips, contact us at 713-523-0001.

$19 Million Awarded in Birth Injury Case

2008-03-20T10:55:00.000-07:00

A New Jersey jury has ordered an obstetrician to pay more than $19 million to a boy who was born with severe brain damage and cerebral palsy. Jurors found that Aravind Palav was negligent for failing to provide an acceptable standard of care during the delivery of the boy. An attorney for Palav said they plan to pursue a new trial. Guy Sterling, Newark Star Ledger 03/19/2008
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If you are looking for a Houston medical malpractice lawyer, please call us at 713-523-0001.

Spiriva Linked to Stroke Risk

2008-03-20T10:38:00.000-07:00

Health regulators announced Tuesday that a widely marketed drug inhaler may increase the risk of stroke. The Food and Drug Administration said that although stroke risk associated with Pfizer Inc. and Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceutical Inc's lung drug Spiriva is not conclusive it was important to notify doctors and patients about potential problems. Spiriva, which is marketed in the United States by Pfizer, is used to treat breathing problems associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Catherine Larkin, Bloomberg 03/18/2008
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If you are looking for a Spiriva attorney, please call us at 713-523-0001.

HCA Settles Suits

2008-03-17T09:30:00.000-07:00

The nation's largest for-profit hospital company and one of its former subsidiaries have agreed to settle 70 malpractice lawsuits filed against a former doctor. The settlement between plaintiffs and the Hospital Corporation of America Inc. and Putnam General Hospital will not affect pending lawsuits against the doctor, John Anderson King. King has been named in 122 lawsuits and has had his medical license revoked in 10 states. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed. Paul J. Nyden, The Charleston Gazette 03/13/2008
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BP Has Deadliest Refineries in America

2008-02-25T11:38:00.000-08:00

Refineries operated by oil giant BP remain the deadliest in the nation, according to a report by the Houston Chronicle. Since 2005, 20 workers have been killed at BP refineries, including 18 who died at the company's Texas City plant. Nine workers have died at 146 other refineries during the same time period. Advocates and safety regulators continue to push BP and other oil refiners to increase inspection and enforcement of safety programs. Lise Olsen and Tom Fowler, Houston Chronicle 02/23/2008
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Imperial Sugar Refinery Had Previous Explosion

2008-02-19T07:07:00.000-08:00

A Georgia sugar refinery that was the scene of a blast that killed nine people experienced a small explosion weeks earlier, according to a federal investigator. The previous explosion was caused by the accumulation of dust in a piece of safety equipment, Stephen Selk of the Chemical Safety Board said. It remains unclear whether the earlier explosion may have contributed to the second blast. AP, The New York Times 02/18/2008
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Jury Awards Almost $4 Million in Failure to Diagnose Cancer Case

2008-02-19T07:04:00.000-08:00

A Pennsylvania jury has ordered a doctor to pay almost $4 million after finding that he was partially negligent for failing to diagnose a woman's cancer. According to the lawsuit, Dr. Joseph M. Skutches failed to pursue a traditional course of treatment after Barbara Glasgow complained to him about a painful lump in her breast. An attorney for Skutches has filed post-trial motions seeking to have the verdict reversed. Debbie Garlicki, The Morning Call Online 02/15/2008
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Johnson & Johnson and Novartis AG's Sandoz Unit Recall Pain Patches

2008-02-19T06:56:00.000-08:00

A unit of Johnson & Johnson has recalled a version of one of its painkilling patches (Duragesic) after discovering leaks that could result in fatal overdoses. The recall covers patches distributed in the United States and Canada that release 25 micrograms of fentanyl, a powerful painkiller, in an hour. Deaths caused by defective patches have been the subject of multiple lawsuits in the last several years. Jef Feeley and Elizabeth Lopatto, Bloomberg 02/12/2008
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$10 Million Awarded to Woman Struck by Bus

2008-02-19T06:50:00.000-08:00

Jurors have ordered the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to pay $10 million to a woman who was struck by an out of control bus while waiting at a stop. Louise Scialdone requires around-the-clock care for brain and other injuries, her attorney said. MBTA attorneys are said to be reviewing the verdict for a possible appeal. Noah Bierman, Boston Globe 02/12/2008
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Advent Product Development Class Action Suit Possible

2008-02-12T14:30:00.001-08:00

Kennedy Hodges, LLP is investgating potential claims against Advent Product Development, Inc., Denice Thurlow, Alphonso Eiland and others. The company has used the website www.freeinventorskit.com . There are potentially hundreds of claimants across the country who may have a claim against Advent Product Development, Inc. These claims could potentially result in a class action lawsuit. If you are interested in filing a lawsuit against Advent Product Development, Inc. or would like information regarding a potential claim, please call us toll-free at 1-877-342-2020.

If you are looking for an Advent attorney to prosecute your claim, please contact us. An Advent lawyer is ready to confer with you regarding your potential claim. Advent Product Developpment, Inc. has been the subject of claims in the past and we are actively investigating future claims against them. Call Kennedy Hodges, LLP at 1-877-342-2020.

Don and Doff Suit Filed

2008-02-12T09:47:00.000-08:00

A North Carolina pork processing plant failed to pay workers for essential duties such as donning protective gear and walking to work stations, a lawsuit claims. A representative for Smithfield Packing Company maintains that workers were fully paid for job duties. The plant, which employs more than 5,000 workers, is the largest pork processing facility in the world. AP, Winston-Salem Journal 02/11/2008
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Sprint Nextel Corp. Faces Claims for Unpaid Commissions

2008-02-12T09:44:00.000-08:00

Sprint Nextel Corp. failed to pay more than $5 million in commissions, a possible class action lawsuit claims. According to the complaint, a computer system malfunction caused workers to lose between $100 and $500 in earned commissions. The lawsuit was filed by four current and former sales clerks who worked in Sprint stores in Louisiana but could cover more than 1,000 individuals if certified as a class action. Jason Gertzen, Kansas City Star 02/11/2008
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Lead Found in Baby Products

2008-02-11T10:03:00.000-08:00

An environmental group has announced it has discovered high levels of lead in several well-known baby products. The products, made of vinyl plastics, include coolers for storing breast milk, a line of baby bottles and carrying cases for pacifiers. Representatives for the plastics and children’s products industries maintain that lead in plastics do not pose a public health risk. Louise Story, The New York Times 02/11/2008
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$38.5 Million Awarded in Cerebral Palsy Case

2008-02-11T09:34:00.000-08:00

A Connecticut jury has awarded $38.5 million in damages to the family of a boy who was born with cerebral palsy. Jurors found that Dr. Corrinne De Cholnoky was negligent for waiting to order a Caesarean section to untangle the boy’s umbilical cord, which was impeding blood flow to his brain. The award is believed to be the largest medical malpractice verdict in state history. AP, Newsday 02/09/2008
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If you are looking for a Texas cerebral palsy attorney / lawyer or a Houston cerebral palsy attorney / lawer, please call Kennedy Hodges, LLP. We have experience representing the parents of children who are injured at birth. Call us at 713-523-0001 or toll-free at 1-877-342-2020.

Air Bags Don't Always Deploy

2008-02-08T11:07:00.001-08:00

While you may feel comfortable knowing you have an air bag, it may not always deploy due to defects in the design or manufacturing of the air bag system. People can suffer horrific injuries when an airbag fails to deploy.
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If you are looking for an air bag attorney / lawyer please call the lawyers at Kennedy Hodges, LLP. We can evaluate you claim and help you decide on a course of action. Call us at 713-523-0001.

Doctors at Dallas' Presbyterian Hospital Named in Fraud Suit

2008-02-06T09:23:00.000-08:00

Doctors at Dallas’ Presbyterian Hospital defrauded a number of female patients by recommending treatments for conditions they did not have, according to a lawsuit recently filed. In the lawsuit, the patients claim that doctors intentionally misinterpreted test results in order to convince the women that they were suffering from heart problems. A total of 16 women are represented in the lawsuit. Stephen C. Webster, Dallas Business Journal 01/30/2008
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