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TALCUM POWDER, OVARIAN CANCER AND MESOTHELIOMA

7/21/2018

Billions of dollars have been awarded to victims, against Johnson & Johnson, Vanderbilt Minerals and Colgate-Palmolive, as a result people developing ovarian cancer or mesothelioma.

Mesothelioma

Yes, mesothelioma, the same disease caused by asbestos. The majority of talcum powder mesothelioma claims come from exposure to industrial talc used in products such as ceramics, plumbing and paint; however others have been brought, due to talcum powder being used cosmetically, or for other purposes.

Ovarian Cancer

The talcum powder ovarian cancer risk has been documented through numerous studies dating back to 1982. When talc products such as baby powder are applied to the genital region, talc particles can travel through the female reproductive system to the ovaries. Talc particles may remain in the ovaries for many years, causing inflammation and creating an environment conducive to the growth of cancer cells. One expert estimates that roughly 10,000 women each year develop ovarian cancer as a result of using baby powder or body powder.

Manufactureres and Products

Johnson & Johnson’s Baby Powder and Shower to Shower Body Powder
Colgate-Palmolive - Cashmere Bouquet
Imerys Talc North America - Raw talc sold to cosmetic and industrial companies
Whittaker, Clark & Daniels - Raw talc sold to cosmetic companies
Vanderbilt Minerals - Raw talc in industrial products
Talc sprays such as Jeris hair spray or aerosol foot powder
Makeup containing powdered talc
Talc laced with asbestos, which may lead to mesothelioma

Types of Claims and Damages

In general, the lawsuits have alleged that the manufacturers were aware of the dangers of using the product, or breathing in its powder and failed to warn consumers.

An injured person can recover damages for pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, lost wages, past and future medical treatment, loss of services of a spouse

If an injured person dies from Ovarian Cancer or Mesothelioma, due to exposure to talc, their spouse and/or family may recover damages for Wrongful Death, for the loss of that family members financial support, as well as a a Survival Claim for the injures, pain and suffering the person endured while they were alive.

If you've worked in the plumbing, paint or ceramics industry, or anywhere industrial talcum powder is used, or you've used the products listed above, or any talcum powder, and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or ovarian cancer, contact an attorney immediately, since your time to bring a claim is limited.

I have over 25 years experience successfully representing people who have been seriously injured. If you've been diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer, or Mesthelioma, call me for a free consultation. I'll explain your rights, and how I can help you. If I accept your case, there is no fee, unless I recover damages for you.

All the Best,
RANDY C. REDDEN
(856) 448-6200

INJURED WORKER ENTITLED TO MEDICAL MARIJUANA

7/20/2018

For the second time, a N.J.Workers Compensation Judge has ruled that a worker receiving workers compensation is entitled to have his employer's workers compensation carrier pay for medical marijuana. In ordering Freehold Township to pay for petitioner Steven McNeary’s medical marijuana supplies. the judge stated: “If there’s anything criminal here, it’s how these drugs (referring to opioids) have been force-fed to injured people creating addicts,” said Lionel Simon, a New Jersey workers’ compensation judge, during the June 28, 2018, hearing. “I believe, and I think the science supports this, medical marijuana is safer, it’s less addictive, [and]it is better for the treatment of pain.”

If you're injured, whether or not at work, call my office for a free consultation I'll explain your rights and how I can help you get the compensation to which you're entitled.

All the Best,
RANDY C. REDDEN
(856) 448-6200

ROUNDUP LAWSUITS

7/20/2018

Over the years, millions of people have used and been exposed to Roudup (Chemical name of the main ingredient Glyphosate) as an herbicide, to kill weeds and grass. Exposure to the herbicide, and similar weedkillers, may be linked to an increased risk of non-Hodgkins Lymphoma or other cancers.

Roundup is manufactured by Monsanto and has been used since the 1970s. Anyone who has used Roundup, or any other herbicide or product containing Glyphosate, can be affected, especially those who have used it commercially or as part of their job, such as Farmers, Agricultural employees, Lawn Care employees, Landscapers, Golf Course employees, etc...

Dangers of Exposure

In March 2015, the International Agency For Research on Cancer (IARC), a division of the World Health Organization, published a determination in medical journal The Lancet Oncology, declaring that glyphosate was a probably carcinogen.
The IARC looked at both previous studies as well as animal testing on mice and concluded the evidence appeared to link Roundup exposure to:

Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma
Renal Cell Carcinoma
Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumors
Skin Tumors
DNA Damage
Chromosomal Damage

Other studies have suggested that exposure can also cause Parkinson's Disease and premature birth, if exposed during pregnancy and have found Roundup residue in U.S. honey, breakfast cereals, popular snacks, in the air after spraying, but also in food and water. Some weeds have become resistant to Roundup, causing farmers to use more of the product. However, Roundup isn't the only product that contains Glyphosate. In 2000, Monsanto's patent expired and other companies began using Glyphosate in herbicides.

As a result of the serious injuries alleged to be caused by Roundup and other products containing Glyphosate, numerous lawsuits have been filed, alleging a failure to warn of the potential dangers associated with using a product containing Glyphosate, and that if warnings of the risk of cancer from Roundup exposure were provided, many users would have chosen to use another herbicide.

Here's a link for more information on Roundup and Glyphosate:

http://npic.orst.edu/factsheets/glyphogen.html

If you've worked in one of the jobs or industries listed above, or used Glypohosate and believe you may have sustained an injury/disease, call my office for a free consultation. I have over 25 years experience successfully handling serious personal injury cases.

All the Best,
RANDY C. REDDEN
(856) 448-6200

MILLIONS OF DOLLARS AWARDED FOR INJURIES FROM HERNIA MESH IMPLANTS

7/20/2018

Over the years, millions of people have had mesh implants surgically implanted to repair various types of hernias. Mesh devices can be made out of a number of materials, and can help support the weakened or damaged tissue. These have been used for a various types of hernias: abdominal, groin, trans-vaginal, etc...

However, by the early 2000s, patients began to experience a variety of complications and injuries from mesh implants, including:

Allergic Reactions
Infections
Pain
Bowel obstructions
Migration, the implant moving from its original application
Perforation of organs and tissues
Adhesions, scar-like tissue that sticks together
Sexual Side Effects and Impairment

These injuries can be painful, permanent, severe, life-threatening, can appear years after the surgery and can require additional surgeries. A 2016 study found 1,050 out of 3,242 patients had the device in place for five years or more before facing complications and requiring additional surgery.

Numerous manufacturers and mesh products are involved.

Manufacturers and Names of Mesh Implants

Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

Physiomesh Flexible Composite Mesh
Proceed Surgical Mesh
Prolene Hernia System

Atrium (Maquet, Getinge Group)

C-QUR Mesh
C-QUR V-Patch
C-QUR Edge Mesh V-Patch
C-QUR Lite Mesh V-Patch
C-QUR OVT Mesh
C-QUR RPM Mesh
C-QUR Tacshield
C-QUR Mosaic

Covidien (Medtronic)

Parietex Surgical Mesh
Parietex Composite Mesh
Parietex ProGrip Mesh

C.R. Bard (Davol)

PerFix Mesh
Kugel Hernia Mesh
3DMax Mesh
Ventralex ST Hernia Mesh
Ventralex Patch
Sepramesh IP Composite Mesh
Composix E/X Mesh

If you've had a mesh implant surgically implanted and are experiencing complications or injuries, you should consult an experienced attorney immediately, since your time to file a claim is limited. I have over 25 years experience successfully handling serious personal injury cases. Call me for a free consultation, and I''l explain your rights and how I can help you.

All the Best!
RANDY C. REDDEN
(856) 448-6200

Author

Randy C. Redden is a New Jersey attorney, who has been practicing personal injury law for over 26 years and has handled thousands of injury cases, involving, auto, motorcycle, truck, bus, taxi and limousine accidents, as well as medical, dental and nursing home malpractice, injuries from falls, amusement parks, dog and animal bites and attacks. He has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of his clients.

He is licensed to practice in all State and Federal Courts of New Jersey, as well as the Supreme Court of the United States.

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