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Household Chemical Litigation

Household Chemical Litigation

Almost any household chemical can be dangerous if swallowed or spilled. It is estimated that the average home in America contains over 60 toxic chemicals. Some of the commonly...

Overview of Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act

Congress passed the Federal Food, Dug, and Cosmetic Act (FDCA) in 1938. The FDCA set up the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to enforce the Act. The goals of the FDCA were to assure that foods are pure and safe to eat, that drugs and medical...

The Physician's Liability for Drugs and Medical Devices

Most medical treatment uses some form of drug therapy. Consequently, most medical malpractice actions have a drug liability aspect. A physician has a duty to exercise the skill and care generally shown by competent physicians with similar...

What Is Being Done About Prozac and Other Pharmaceuticals in Drinking Water?

Prozac(r), with an active ingredient called fluoxetine, is one of a class of prescription medications known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). SSRIs are used to treat depression. They are one of the most...

Misrepresentation in Product Liability

Product liability occurs when the manufacturer or seller of a defective product allows that defective product to get into the hands of a consumer. When a manufacturer or seller misrepresents a product, that misrepresentation...