Medical

Allergan’s Groundbreaking Silicone-filled Natrelle BIOCELL Textured Implants Face Scrutiny in Medical Community

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Irvine, California – Allergan, a pharmaceutical company known for its diverse range of medical products, has made a significant impact in the field of aesthetics with its renowned product, Botox. Founded in 1948 by pharmacist Gavin Herbert, Allergan initially focused on producing eye and nose drops before expanding its offerings. Over the years, Allergan has undergone various mergers and acquisitions and is now owned by AbbVie, a leading biopharmaceutical company based in the United States. In 2006, Allergan received FDA approval for its Natrelle line of breast implants. This innovative range featured a plethora of … Read more

Texas Man Awarded $6.2 Million in Landmark Medical Negligence Verdict Resulting from Failed Spinal Surgery

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Frisco, Texas – The Law Offices of Laird & McCloskey, based in Fort Worth, recently achieved a significant victory for a Texas man who suffered life-altering injuries after a failed spinal surgery. A jury in Collin County awarded Bill Proctor $6.2 million in damages, marking the largest medical negligence verdict ever recorded in the county. Proctor, a resident of Lamar County, underwent elective lumbar spinal surgery in 2018 to address his chronic lower back pain, following the recommendation of a neurosurgeon. However, the procedure resulted in permanent neurological harm, leaving Proctor paralyzed from the waist … Read more

Landmark Jury Verdict: $1.65 Million Awarded to Family in Medical Malpractice Case

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CHICAGO (AP) – A jury in Cook County has awarded a family $1.65 million in a landmark decision following the death of 61-year-old Joyce Hobson. Hobson died after undergoing a second surgery to correct a perforated colon. Initially admitted to Advocate South Suburban Hospital for complications related to her chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Hobson’s condition further deteriorated due to complications arising from the surgical intervention. Joyce Hobson’s medical journey began on April 30, 2011, when she was admitted to the emergency room showing signs of shortness of breath and other symptoms related to her … Read more

Experienced Litigation Lawyer Justin VandenBout Joins Norton Rose Fulbright in Houston to Strengthen Products, Pharma, Medical and Mass Tort Practice

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Houston, TX – Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright has announced the addition of litigation lawyer Justin VandenBout to its Houston-based team. VandenBout, previously with Chamberlain Hrdlicka, brings a wealth of experience in commercial litigation, product liability litigation, insurance coverage, and mass tort litigation. He has represented clients on both sides of cases in federal and state courts, as well as arbitrations, across the United States. Recognized as one of the top lawyers in Texas for business litigation, VandenBout’s expertise will contribute to Norton Rose Fulbright’s strong litigation practice. Jeff Cody, Norton Rose Fulbright’s US … Read more