Synthroid (levothyroxine) is a replacement for a hormone that is normally produced by the thyroid gland to regulate the body's energy and metabolism. Doctors prescribe Synthroid to patients whose thyroids do not produce enough of the...
Accidents & Injuries
Medtronic Cardiac Defibrillators Recalled Due To Plant Problem
Earlier this year, the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued two warning letters to Medtronic. During an inspection of Medtronic’s Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF) business, from April 23 through May 14, 2018, the FDA found...
Diclofenac Painkiller Linked to Heart Attacks
Diclofenac, a common painkiller and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) can increase the risk of heart attacks and stroke by 50%. Diclofenac is known as the brand-name drugs Voltaren, (known as Voltarol in the UK) Cambia,...
Toyota Hit with $242 Million Verdict in Lexus Seat Lawsuit
On Friday, August 17th, a Texas jury in the state court of Dallas awarded a Dallas family with $242 million after finding that defects in the front seats of a 2002 Lexus ES300 caused severe injuries to the family's two young children...
The FDA Recalls Thyroid Medications After Failing Inspection
The Food and Drug Administration has recalled hypothyroid medication manufactured by Westminster Pharmaceuticals. The tablets containing levothyroxine and liothyronine were recalled after the FDA found they were being manufactured in a...
Vaginal Rejuvenation Lawsuit
The FDA is warning women who are considering vaginal "rejuvenation" treatments about the risks and dangers associated with the use of laser and energy-based procedures. If you or someone you love has undergone a vaginal "rejuvenation"...
Blunt Force Trauma Lawsuit
The brain is the most complex and fragile organ in the body. Even the slightest blunt force trauma to the head can result in catastrophic or long-term injuries that damage a person’s cognitive abilities for the rest of their life. Trauma...
Acoustic Trauma Lawsuit
It’s a problem that afflicts about 50 million Americans. It most commonly manifests itself as ringing in the ears, but countless people also hear hissing, clicking, or even musical sounds. Tinnitus is one of the most common health...
Southwest Airlines Sued Over April 17 Plane Accident
On April 17, 2018, Southwest Airlines Flight 1380 traveling from New York to Dallas experienced an engine explosion in midair causing an emergency landing in Philadelphia. Preliminary findings of a National Transportation Safety Board...
Judge Rules Doctor Liable For Injury of Baby At Birth
Just prior to handing a medical malpractice case to the jury, U.S. Federal District Court Judge Kim R. Gibson ruled That Dr. John Chan had caused permanent disfigurement to a newborn baby. The judge then ordered the Jury to decide on...
2017 Top 10 Workers’ Compensation Fraud Cases
Each workers’ compensation fraud case is unique unto itself. Individuals, doctors, clinics, patients, lawyers, pharmacies, businesses, and countless others have created both elaborate and simple schemes to defraud the workers’...
DePuy Knee Replacement Lawsuit
The knee is one of the most important joints in the body, allowing people to walk around freely and enjoy life. However, injury or arthritis can cause crippling pain that leaves a person incapacitated. When the pain becomes too severe,...
Patients File Malpractice Lawsuits Against Surgery Centers
Surgery centers around the country are often seen as a cheaper alternative for quick in-and-out procedures. The reality is that thousands of patients have suffered adverse events while undergoing surgery at these centers, according to an...
Johnson & Johnson Heart Device Recall Due To Faulty Valve
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the federal agency that monitors the use of medically related devices, has recalled heart devices made by a Johnson & Johnson subsidiary because of a faulty valve. The malfunctioning devices...
Kathryn Sherry
Associate Kathryn E. Sherry has been a practicing attorney over 15 years in the areas of personal injury and civil litigation. Kathryn attended Ohio Wesleyan University where she graduated with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Politics and...
Fatima Alexis Zeidan
Managing Attorney Fatima Alexis Zeidan is a native of Allendale, South Carolina, a small town located in the low country region of South Carolina. She joined The Eichholz Law Firm in June 2015 and was named a Managing Partner in September...
BMW Issues Recall for Fire Hazard
BMW of North America has issued two recalls covering nearly 1 million vehicles. The recalls are for two separate issues involving fire risks, even when the car is not in use. Model years range from 2006-2011, and include 3-Series,...
Actemra Lawsuit
A recent investigation by STAT News found hundreds of people died while taking the arthritis drug Actemra. Despite evidence pointing to an increased risk of heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and other conditions for Actemra patients,...
















