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Execution Complications: Lawyer Claims Heart Device Failed to Shock Distressed Inmate

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Florida — During a recent execution in Florida, an inmate experienced complications when the heart monitor device meant to administer shocks failed to activate, according to the defense attorney. This incident has raised questions regarding the efficacy and reliability of equipment used in capital punishment scenarios. The lawyer representing the inmate stated that the execution was marred by unforeseen difficulties. This event has prompted discussions about the legal and ethical implications surrounding execution methods, particularly concerning the technology utilized to ensure humane treatment during the process. Witnesses observed that the execution did not proceed as … Read more

"Legal Storm Brews: BioZorb Device Faces Backlash as Breast Cancer Survivors File Lawsuits Against Hologic"

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Boston, Mass. — Women treated for breast cancer are at the center of ongoing lawsuits against Hologic, Inc. over allegations that its BioZorb Marker, a device designed to assist in post-surgical monitoring of tumor sites, has caused serious health complications. Legal action commenced in the U.S. District Court for Massachusetts in November 2022, following mounting reports of injuries allegedly linked to the BioZorb Marker, a small, coiled device with titanium clips. In early 2024, Hologic issued a safety notification, alerting healthcare providers to the risks associated with the product, prompting more attorneys to take on … Read more

Faegre Drinker Strengthens New York Office with Seasoned Medical Device Litigator Daniel Smulian

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New York – Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath has strengthened its legal team by adding seasoned medical device litigator Daniel Smulian as a partner in its New York office. With nearly two decades of experience at Greenberg Traurig, Smulian is set to enhance the firm’s product liability and mass torts practice. Smulian’s extensive experience in litigation encompasses guiding clients through various stages of legal proceedings, including pre-trial motions, discovery phases, and both trials and appeals. Throughout his career, he has played key roles in multiple trial teams, managing the discovery process across hundreds of active … Read more

Federal Judge Reduces $7.5 Million Verdict in High-Profile Harassment Case Against Medical Device Company

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A federal judge in New York has significantly reduced a jury’s award in a sexual harassment lawsuit brought by a former employee of a medical device company. The jury had initially awarded $7.5 million after determining that the employee faced years of harassment and was wrongfully terminated after raising complaints. The employee alleged that she experienced a toxic work environment marked by sexual advances and inappropriate comments from coworkers and supervisors. After voicing her concerns, she claimed to have faced retaliation, culminating in her dismissal from the company. The judge’s ruling comes after a careful … Read more