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What Are Veterans’ Survivor Benefits?

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides several types of benefits for the millions of veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The family members of these veterans are also eligible for certain benefits, both during their loved ones’

Can Degraded Polyurethane Foam in Recalled CPAP Machines Cause Cancer?

October 19, 2022 In Philips CPAP Recall

Many people live with respiratory conditions like sleep apnea, which can be life-threatening without medical assistance. Devices like CPAP and BiPAP machines help open the airways and make it easier to breathe. However, some of these machines have been found

What Was Medicare’s Response to the Philips CPAP Recall?

October 17, 2022 In Philips CPAP Recall

In June 2021, medical device manufacturer Philips recalled many of its CPAP, BiPAP, and ventilator machines. These devices, which are critical for treating conditions like sleep apnea, put patients at risk of serious health problems because of the sound abatement

How Are Failed Knee Implants Treated?

October 14, 2022 In Mass Tort

Knee replacement surgery is a procedure that can help restore function and alleviate pain in knee joints. When the bone or cartilage is damaged or diseased, knee replacements can help improve your quality of life and improve your mobility. This

What Is Synovitis and How Is It Treated?

October 11, 2022 In Mass Tort

Synovitis is a condition where the synovium becomes inflamed. This membrane lines synovial joints like the hip, ankle, and knee, and any irritation or swelling in this area can be extremely painful. Without treatment, synovitis can impact your mobility and

What Is Osteolysis and How Is It Treated?

September 26, 2022 In Class Action

Osteolysis is a progressive medical condition characterized by the degradation of bones. This condition can be caused by a number of factors, including defective medical devices like polyethylene inserts.

If you are diagnosed with osteolysis, you are more likely

What Health Problems Can a Recalled Knee or Ankle Device Cause?

September 23, 2022 In Class Action

In August 2021, medical device manufacturer Exactech began to recall the polyethylene liners used in some of its knee and ankle implants. These liners were poorly manufactured and prone to degradation, leading to devastating illnesses among patients.

There are several

What Are Common Treatments for Necrotizing Enterocolitis?

September 19, 2022 In Baby Formula Lawsuits

Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a medical condition that primarily affects premature infants. This life-threatening disease occurs when intestinal tissue becomes inflamed and begins to die off, leading to serious complications.

If your child begins to experience symptoms of NEC, it

Risk Factors for Necrotizing Enterocolitis

September 15, 2022 In Baby Formula Lawsuits

There is nothing more terrifying for a new parent than the thought that his or her baby will develop a serious illness. As a parent, you want your child to be healthy and happy. However, infants can be vulnerable to

Stage 3 Necrotizing Enterocolitis

August 22, 2022 In Baby Formula Lawsuits

Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a serious illness that primarily affects babies that are premature, have a low birth weight, or are fed through a tube. NEC affects the intestines, causing the tissue to die and leading to serious complications like