Tag: product safety
Hernia mesh compensation advice
We can help you with hernia mesh compensation advice. We can also offer No Win, No Fee representation for people suffering complications.
Some 170,000 who have received hernia mesh implants may well be suffering complications. In the same way we’ve been helping people for the vaginal mesh complications, we’re also able to represent hernia mesh claimants too.
The severity of the problems that victims can be left with can be serious and permanent. It’s important that anyone who has suffered complications comes forward for advice.
The latest talcum powder asbestos trial
One of the latest talcum powder asbestos trial cases is underway as a 94-year-old lady is claiming that her fatal mesothelioma was caused by talc.
This is one of the many cases being pursued in an action where millions of pounds have been awarded to victims who have successfully claimed that their deadly asbestos-related illnesses have been caused by talcum powder containing the deadly substance.
The talcum powder asbestos action is one of the biggest medical product issues of our time, and it could be set to go on for a number of years.
Stagecoach self-drive buses to be tested
Stagecoach self-drive buses are to be tested in depots, marking a potential shift toward self-driving technology on UK roads.
Currently, self-drive vehicles are not yet fully legal for road-use, but the government plans to have them on pubic roads as soon as possible. We have the likes of Tesla testing their self-drive technology right now, despite there being a number of accidents (and fatalities) so far that are linked to self-drive technology.
We remain incredibly concerned about these hastening developments.
Slime borax ingredient ‘toxic’ to children
The levels of a slime borax ingredient contained in the popular children’s toy has been found to be at potentially ‘toxic’ levels in eight of the leading slime products.
According to research conducted by consumer action group Which?, eight of the 11 leading slime products tested contained amounts of boron – a chemical in borax – deemed to be unsafe, leaving children at risk of irritation, diarrhoea, vomiting and cramps.
According to the research, the levels of the dangerous chemical may not be clearly listed on the ingredients and may be described as ‘contact lens solution’ which contains borax.
Diabetes testing kit recall
News of a diabetes testing kit recall is said to be “urgent” amid fears of lives at risk over false readings.
The Accu-Chek Aviva and the Accu-Chek Performa are the diabetes testing kits being recalled that could lead to an overdose or an under-dose of insulin that can lead to serious health complications for users.
Advice to patients is to stop using the affected devices and return them to a pharmacy for a replacement.
EpiPen failures not to be ignored
Recent data surrounding reported EpiPen failures should not be ignored. Data reviewed has found that, in the last few years, there has been hundreds of reports of EpiePen failures that have led to a number of hospitalisations, and potentially some deaths.
One issue reported after a failed delivery from an EpiPen was the needle sticking out of the device at an angle, preventing delivery of lifesaving adrenaline that can stop an allergic reaction from killing someone.
Given the importance of lifesaving devices, these reported EpiPen failures cannot be ignored.
Volkswagen issue warnings not to use rear seats over seatbelt buckle design flaw
Volkswagen has issued warnings not to use rear seats over a seatbelt buckle design flaw that can lead to seatbelt buckles coming open when vehicles change lanes at high-speeds.
Independent testing of three models – the Volkswagen Polo, SEAT Arona and SEAT Ibiza – identified the problem that has led to the German automotive giant finding themselves in yet another costly crisis as they continue to pay billions of pounds over their 2015 “dieselgate” scandal that our Group Acton Lawyers are fighting for justice for.
This latest problem is one in a long line of scandals and crises VW has been facing in recent years.
Xarelto side-effects when mixed with other drugs
The issue of Xarelto side-effects when mixed with other drugs is currently being considered as part of the ongoing court action for negligence claims against the manufacturers of Xarelto who allegedly failed to warn users of dangerous side-effects related to use of the drug.
The blood-thinning, anti-stroke drug Xarelto – also sold under the name Rivaroxaban – has been linked to internal bleeding, and negligence claims against the manufacturers are over whether they knew of the risks of internal bleeding associated with the product but failed to warn anyone.
Our Group Action Lawyers have taken on cases to investigate claims here in the UK.
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“Smoke” from e-cigarettes linked to DNA damage and increased health risks
“Smoke” from e-cigarettes has been linked to DNA damage and increased health risks, scientists have warned.
Tests conducted on mice indicated that exposure to e-cigarette smoke (or rather the vapour that the devices produce) could increase the risk of DNA damage, leading to higher risks of cancer and heart disease.
The hotly-debated tobacco replacement products have soared in popularity off the back of claims that they’re far safer than smoking, but with the industry still in its infancy, there are still a number of unknowns when it comes to their overall safety.
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Warnings issued over false “hypoallergenic” and “fragrance-free” claims
Warnings have been issued over reportedly false “hypoallergenic” and “fragrance-free” claims for huge volumes of skincare products. According to recent research, the ingredients of the top 100 best-selling moisturisers sold by vendors like Amazon were examined, and the results were surprising.
According to the studies, over 80% contained a potentially allergenic substance, and almost half of the products tested did actually contain some form of fragrance.
Not so “hypoallergenic” and “fragrance-free” after all…
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