Tylenol

Judge’s Ruling Spells the End for Tylenol Autism Lawsuits in Federal Court, Shifts Focus to State Courts

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New York City, NY – The Tylenol autism lawsuits that have been pending in federal court have suffered a major blow. Judge Denise Cote ruled that the evidence presented by the plaintiffs, which aimed to establish a link between Tylenol and autism, did not meet the standards for admissibility in court. As a result, all cases in the Tylenol autism multidistrict litigation (MDL) will be dismissed, effectively putting an end to any further Tylenol autism lawsuits in federal courts. However, the future of these lawsuits may still continue in state courts. The Tylenol autism lawsuits … Read more

Judge Dismisses Lawsuits Linking Tylenol to Autism: Lack of Scientific Support Revealed

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Los Angeles, California – A judge in Los Angeles has determined that lawsuits claiming that the popular painkiller Tylenol causes autism lack scientific support. The ruling came after a thorough examination of the available evidence. The lawsuits, which were brought forth by parents who believed their children’s autism was caused by Tylenol, alleged that the drug’s active ingredient, acetaminophen, triggered the condition. However, the judge found no scientific evidence to support this claim. Autism is a developmental disorder characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication. The exact causes of autism are still not fully … Read more