In a recent study, researchers at Yale University and the Mayo Clinic compared the rate at which the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved new drugs to that of its European and Canadian counterparts and found that the FDA is faster. The study, which involved approval dating from the FDA, European Medicines Agency and …
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Study Finds FDA Approves Drugs Faster than Europe, Canada
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Lexus Vehicles Recalled Because of Steering Issue
Posted May 22nd, 2012 By Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer in Personal Injury, Product Liability, Product Recall With | Comments OffIn a press statement, Toyota Motor America, in conjunction with and in compliance with the rules and regulations of the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), announced the recall of certain model year 2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport vehicles because of an issue with the power steering system that increases the risk of …
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Freightliners Recalled Due to Headlight Defect, Crash Hazard
Posted May 22nd, 2012 By Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer in Personal Injury, Product Liability, Product Recall With | Comments OffIn a press release, Daimler Trucks North America, in cooperation with and in accordance with the standards and guidelines of the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), announced the voluntary safety recall of certain model year 2013 Freightliner vehicles because of a manufacturing defect in the headlight system that decreases nighttime visibility for the …
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Bakery Recalls Rainbow Cake Due to Undeclared Eggs
Posted May 21st, 2012 By Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer in Personal Injury, Product Liability, Product Recall With | Comments OffIn a news statement, Bakery El Monte Sinai Corp, in association with and in compliance with the standards and regulations of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), announced the voluntary food safety recall of its rainbow cake due to the undeclared presence of eggs, a common allergen. The recall applies to the company’s rainbow …
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EPA Tips to Avoid Fines for Lead Contamination
Posted May 21st, 2012 By Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer in Personal Injury, Personal Injury Lawyer, Product Liability With | Comments OffAccording to news reports, in the wake of multiple violations and fines for improper handling of renovation projects with the potential for lead contamination, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) wants to remind industry and consumers of the proper methods of dealing with a project that could possibly expose people to lead contamination. Last year, …
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Gooseneck Trailers Recalled Because of Accident Hazard
Posted May 21st, 2012 By Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer in Personal Injury, Product Liability, Product Recall With | Comments OffIn a news release, Anderson MFG Inc, in conjunction with and in accordance with the rules and guidelines of the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), announced the voluntary safety recall of certain model year 2008 and 2011 Gooseneck trailers due to a problem with the braking system that poses an increased risk of …
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Child Safety Locks Recalled Because of Lock Failure
Posted May 18th, 2012 By Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer in Personal Injury, Product Liability, Product Recall With | Comments OffIn a press statement, the Dorel Juvenile Group Inc, in cooperation with and in compliance with the rules and regulations of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced the voluntary safety recall of their toilet and cabinet locks because the locks could potentially fail and allow young children unauthorized access to water and dangerous …
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2013 Chevy, 2012 Hyundai Receive Top Safety Ratings
Posted May 18th, 2012 By Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer in Car Accident Lawyer, Car Safety, Personal Injury With | Comments OffNews outlets reported that the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco and the 2012 Hyundai Azera, both full-sized sedans, received top crash-test ratings across all areas of evaluation, including their standard safety performance, from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The 2012 Hyundai Azera, which has been available for some time now, boasts an impressive set …
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Retailers, CPSC Recall Crib Tents Due to Injury Hazards
Posted May 18th, 2012 By Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer in Personal Injury, Product Liability, Product Recall With | Comments OffMedia agencies reported that the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and five retail outlets are voluntarily recalling crib tents and play yard tents manufactured by Tots in Mind, Inc, after learning of the strangulation and entrapment hazards the products pose to young children. The CPSC issued a warning to parents and caregivers concerning these …
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Mild Winter Sees Increase in Car-Wildlife Accidents
Posted May 18th, 2012 By Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer in Auto Accident, Car Accident Lawyer, Car Safety With | Comments OffAccording to news reports, insurance companies have been reporting an increase in accidents involving vehicles and wildlife, which they attribute to the relatively mild winter temperatures. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration listed the winter season of 2011-2012 as the fourth warmest on record for the United States. Insurance company Chubb Corp reported a 35 …
