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Zantac State Court Battles Heat Up: Plaintiffs Call for Judge Recusal Amidst Conflict of Interest Concerns

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Philadelphia — The future of numerous Zantac cancer lawsuits appears uncertain after a pivotal legal blow in which a federal judge dismissed all cases consolidated under the multidistrict litigation (MDL) system, a decision that could potentially sideline thousands of claims unless overturned on appeal. The shockwaves of this decision extend across various state courts, with new filings and ongoing pretrial activities highlighting the resistant pulse of litigation against Zantac’s manufacturers. Zantac, a popular heartburn medication, was pulled from the market in 2020 after it was discovered that the drug could degrade into N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), a … Read more

Philadelphia Zantac Plaintiffs Seek Judge’s Recusal Amid Controversy

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Philadelphia, PA – In a significant legal development, plaintiffs in the Philadelphia Zantac case are seeking the recusal of the presiding judge over claims of possible bias. This motion arises from concerns voiced by attorneys representing individuals who allege harm from the use of Zantac, a popular heartburn medication. The controversy started when internal communications suggested that the judge might have undisclosed connections to the pharmaceutical industry. These revelations have prompted the plaintiffs’ attorneys to question the impartiality of the judicial process. The legal team argues that ensuring a fair trial is paramount, and any … Read more

Young Thug’s Trial Paused as Judge Faces Potential Recusal Amid Allegations of Improper Conduct

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ATLANTA — The criminal racketeering trial involving rapper Young Thug has been halted indefinitely, following a flurry of legal motions calling for the presiding judge to be recused. Fulton County Superior Court Judge Ural Glanville made the announcement unexpectedly, as the court prepared to convene for what was expected to be a private session to review a contentious June 10 meeting between the judge, prosecutors, and a key witness in the case. The halt came after several defense attorneys challenged Judge Glanville’s impartiality, citing the private meeting with Kenneth Copeland, an associate of Young Thug … Read more

Trump Campaign Pushes for Recusal of Judge in Hush-Money Trial Amidst Allegations of Bias

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New York – Former President Donald Trump is seeking a new judge just days before his hush-money criminal trial is set to commence, in an attempt to disrupt and delay the case. This is not the first time Trump has raised grievances about the current judge, Juan M. Merchan, alleging bias and a conflict of interest because Merchan’s daughter is a Democratic political consultant. However, the judge had previously rejected a similar request in August. Trump’s lawyers filed court papers on Friday urging Merchan to step aside, claiming that it is improper for him to … Read more