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FDA Leaders Outline New “Plausible Mechanism Pathway,” the Agency’s Plans to Hire More Staff, and a Pilot Aimed at Faster Meeting Minutes Clarifications
Through our Venable FDA Pulse series, we provide insight into key developments within the Food and Drug Administration (FDA or the Agency), emerging trends, enforcement activity, and other topics impacting stakeholders….By: Venable LLP
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How to File a Car Accident Claim With Allstate
After a car accident, one of the first steps drivers often take is filing a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company. If the other party is insured through Allstate—or if you carry Allstate coverage yourself—you’ll need to follow the company’s claim process to pursue compensation for property damage and injuries….By: JUSTICENTER
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Legionnaires’ Disease: Controlling Liability and Damage Exposure After the Outbreak
The successful defense of a Legionnaires’ disease matter presents challenges on the legal, scientific, and public relations fronts. The goal is to evaluate defenses quickly, magnifying strengths and minimizing weaknesses, while accurately assessing exposure among multiple defendants and damages among multiple plaintiffs. Defense counsel must also consider not just how to succeed in the courtroom…
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Wrongful Death Claims Involving Defective Drugs and Medical Devices in Florida
Far too often, patients who take prescription drugs and who receive medical implants suffer fatal complications. Several drugs and medical devices are known to present serious (and potentially fatal) health risks—including risks that pharmaceutical and medical device companies have fought hard to conceal….By: Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley
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Leveraging AI to Estimate Mass Tort Liability
America’s tort system is anchored in precedent, yet estimating liability at scale remains one of the most complex challenges for legal experts. Each plaintiff’s award in mass torts hinges on nuanced factors such as age, disease or injury, potential product exposure, and even jurisdiction……By: Ankura
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Pre-existing Conditions and Personal Injury Claims: What You Need to Know
Significant injuries are, by their very nature, stressful. But that stress is typically compounded when it’s wrapped up in legal problems or additional medical issues….By: Maison Law
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As Trump Pushes to End Ukraine War, Europe Toils to Have a Say
Initially cut out of development of the 28-point peace plan, European leaders are now trying to recast its pro-Russia slant. So far, it seems to be working.
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U.S. Plans Compounds to House Palestinians in Israeli-Held Half of Gaza
The project could offer relief for tens of thousands of Palestinians who have endured two years of war, but has raised questions about whether it could entrench the partition of Gaza into Israeli- and Hamas-controlled zones.
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Auto Industry Was Warned For Years of Poisoning, Sickness From Car Batteries
Despite decades of evidence on the toxic effects of lead battery recycling, companies opted not to act and blocked efforts to clean up the industry.
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Warmed by Japan’s Support, Taiwan Takes Up Sushi Diplomacy
China closed off Japanese seafood imports after Japan’s new leader declared strong support for Taiwan. Suddenly, sushi is everywhere on Taiwanese social media.