When the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) considers a drug to be in violation of its regulations, it may order a recall to remove the product from the market. The defect may be in the product itself, in the product labeling, or in promotional literature for the product. Approximately 4,500 ...
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Should I Have My Blood Tested for PFAS?
On July 28, 2022, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) published a report titled “Guidance on PFAS Exposure, Testing, and Clinical Follow-up.” This consensus study report was funded by the US Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the National Institutes of ...
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Legacy Lawsuit Settlements with Oil Companies
Clients with property damaged by oil and gas drilling and exploration often ask about what they can expect to receive in settlement. Although we seek to negotiate a win for our clients, accounting for the costs and risks of litigation, there are certain terms generally expected in the settlement ...
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FDA’s Proposed Rule for Over the Counter Drugs
The Food & Drug Administration (“FDA”) oversees the approval, regulation and safety of prescription drugs and over-the-counter (“OTC”) drugs.
OTC drugs are those that may be bought directly by consumers and without prescription. The labels on OTC medication must provide enough information ...
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Oil and Gas Wells Pollution of Groundwater
Pollution of groundwater is a serious concern throughout the country. Oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) pollutes the water in many ways. This article will focus on the operations conducted during oil and gas production that create groundwater pollution and what can be done about it ...
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How Do I Reduce My Exposure to PFAS?
PFAS contamination is nearly ubiquitous these days. PFAS can be found in consumer products and consumer packaging. PFAS are also found in the majority of water systems at levels exceeding EPA's newly released health advisory.
Contact Your Water Provider
Since the EPA has determined that ...
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Legacy Lawsuits and Private Property Pollution
Some people have heard the phrase "legacy lawsuits" in Louisiana, but may not understand exactly what that means. Many people do not realize the nature and extent of damages caused to private property by oil and gas exploration and production. For property owners, this pollution created long term ...
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Overview of FDA Recalls of Products
FDA recalls can be alarming. If you have a product that has been recalled, it's important to understand what that means for you and your family.
What is an FDA Recall?
A recall is an action taken to remove a product from the market that is defective or potentially harmful to the public.
The ...
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Trucking Lawsuits Help Families Recover
Trucking lawsuits can help families recover after tragedy. Serious injuries can happen in any wreck. But those with 18-wheelers and other trucks are more likely to be serious. Most deaths in large truck crashes are people riding in passenger vehicles. (e.g., smaller cars with families, and regular ...
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West Virginia v. EPA and the Environment
On June 30, 2022, the United States Supreme Court issued a decision in West Virginia v. Environmental Protection Agency striking down the EPA’s Clean Power Plan. In so doing the conservative bloc of the Court fired an opening shot at the EPA in particular and all regulatory agencies in general. The ...
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