Zantac

Delaware Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Appeal in High-Profile Zantac Cancer Lawsuit

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Dover, DE — The Delaware Supreme Court disclosed plans on Tuesday to expedite a significant legal dispute surrounding the widely used heartburn medication, ranitidine, commonly branded as Zantac. The litigation raises serious allegations that the drug may cause cancer. This decision allows for a mid-case appeal, a rare legal move that underscores the gravity and complexity of the issues involved in the ongoing mass tort case. The case has attracted widespread attention because ranitidine has been one of the most popular over-the-counter medications in the United States, used by millions to treat heartburn. The plaintiffs … Read more

Plaintiffs Seek Judge’s Recusal in Philadelphia Zantac Case Over Alleged Conflict of Interest

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Philadelphia, PA — A push for judicial recusal has emerged in a Philadelphia court as plaintiffs in the high-profile mass tort against antacid manufacturer Zantac claim potential bias due to the overseeing judge’s familial connection to the drugmaker’s legal representation. The plaintiffs argue this connection might affect the fairness of the proceedings. Judge Joshua Roberts of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas is at the center of the controversy after disclosures revealed that his wife, Shannon McClure, is a partner at Reed Smith, a firm involved in representing Zantac manufacturer GlaxoSmithKline in connected litigations. Though … Read more

Setback and Persistence: Zantac Cancer Lawsuits Forge Ahead Despite Federal Dismissals, Trials Continue in Various States

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Philadelphia – In a recent turn of events in the Zantac litigation saga, Judge Joshua Roberts of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas has denied a motion for recusal brought by plaintiffs who pointed to a potential conflict of interest due to his wife’s position at the law firm Reed Smith. The firm represents Zantac manufacturer GlaxoSmithKline in jurisdictions outside of this case, sparking concerns of bias among litigants. The decision came amidst the broader context of numerous Zantac cases alleging that the drug, intended as a heartburn and ulcer remedy, contains unsafe levels of … Read more

Judge in Zantac Case Declines Recusal Despite Potential Conflict Over Spouse’s Employment

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Harrisburg, PA — A state judge in Pennsylvania presiding over a widespread lawsuit involving the heartburn medication Zantac ruled against a motion to step down from the case on Wednesday. The motion revolved around concerns raised by plaintiffs who questioned the judge’s impartiality due to his wife’s employment at a law firm representing the pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline in unrelated cases. The judge, whose identity has not been disclosed, expressed his doubts regarding the plaintiffs’ assertion that his marital connection could subconsciously influence his judicial duties. He decided to continue overseeing the litigation, asserting his ability … Read more