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The Top 10 legal news stories our readers were most interested in this week.
#1 Suboxone maker Indivior in Trouble with the Law AgainSanta Clara, CA - Suboxone (buprenorphine and naloxone) was first introduced in 2002 for recovering opioid addicts. The dissolvable tablet was helping people on their road to recovery, but the problems began when a Suboxone film version was introduced in 2013, and it took the drugmakers almost a decade to warn consumers of its side effect: decayed teeth. Many people have experienced permanent damage and Suboxone lawsuits indicate that ruined teeth could have been avoided if the manufacturers warned them and the medical community from Suboxone film side effects. And yes, tooth decay is a legitimate injury that can have devastating effects, both physical and emotional.
#2 3M Sending Payments for Faulty Combat EarplugsSanta Clara, CA - As part of its $6 billion faulty combat earplug settlement, 3M began sending payments last month to military veterans who suffered hearing loss and other significant injuries. The payments will resolve about 300,000 lawsuits claiming the manufacturing company knowingly sold defective earplugs that caused hearing loss and tinnitus. Those affected are mainly US military who were in training and combat from 2003 to 2015.
#3 Microsoft to Pay $2 Million in Workplace Bullying CaseAustin, TX - Michael Mercieca kept the faith and after seven years finally saw the courts order Microsoft to pay for bullying him to a near breaking point.
#4 Seroquel Side Effects for the ElderlyPearblossom, CA - Seroquel is a neuroleptic indicated for the treatment of bipolar disorder—and like most drugs carries a host of Seroquel side effects, including diabetes, tardive dyskinesia and even birth defects. However, there is a little-known use for Seroquel off-label that concerned the daughter of one Alzheimer's patient for whom she was caring.
#5 Delta Slammed with Lawsuit over Personal Cellphone UseLos Angeles, CA - Delta Air Lines employees required to use their personal cell phones and computers for work-related tasks without being reimbursed is a California labor law violation, according to a PAGA complaint filed by an aggrieved employee.
#6 New York MDL Consolidates Growing Number of Exactech Defective Hip Implant LawsuitsBrooklyn, NY - As of February 2024, more than 1,600 defective hip implant lawsuits were pending in multidistrict litigation before the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York. A status conference has been set for March 13, 2024, at which time the parties will discuss the status of the litigation, unresolved discovery matters and the selection of bellwether cases.
#7 $155 Million Overtime Settlement Approved for Prison SupervisorsSan Francisco, CA - A $155 million overtime settlement filed by current and retired California prison supervisors has been approved by a San Francisco Superior Court Judge. The original California labor lawsuit, dating back to 2008, alleged unpaid overtime wages for tasks performed before and after their shifts.
#8 PAGA To Face Critical Test on November 2024 BallotSacramento, CA - On November 5, 2024, Californians will choose whether to preserve the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) in its present form or replace it with the proposed California Fair Pay and Employer Accountability Act (FPEAA). Since it became law in 2003, PAGA has been an important element of many California labor lawsuits, and is often understood to function as an important deterrent to employer wage theft. Roughly 5,000 PAGA notices are filed annually.
#9 Walmart Workers ask California Judge to OK $2.25M settlementSanta Clara, CA - Over 1,700 Walmart employees last month asked a California federal judge to approved a revamped $2.25 million unpaid overtime settlement. The proposed California labor class action was revised to base the class members' payouts on total earnings rather than weeks worked.
#10 Things to Keep Handy When Consulting a Car Accident Injury AttorneySavannah, GA - The city of Savannah was the second most dangerous city for drivers among a list of 25 US cities in 2017. This alarming statistic is likely to have changed by now, but car accidents continue to pose a major risk for residents to this date. Experiencing a car accident can be a distressing event that leaves individuals with massive emotional and financial burdens. The complex legal processes add yet another layer of complexity for Savannah residents who have been involved in such an accident. In certain situations, it becomes essential to seek guidance from an experienced car accident injury attorney in Savannah. These professionals possess the expertise necessary to navigate the complexities of legal processes and assist victims in recovering their losses. However, it is important to be prepared in advance to ensure a productive consultation with a car accident injury attorney. This article offers insights on the items to have on hand when consulting with car accident attorneys in Savannah.
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