Thomas Law Offices works with Kentucky Attorney General to resolve $15.5 million Risperdal case
The end of 2015 brought with it the successful end to Risperdal litigation filed by Thomas Law Offices, the Office of the Kentucky Attorney General and the Houston Law Firm of Bailey Peavy Bailey Cowan and Heckman. The lawsuit, which alleged the drug company violated the Kentucky Consumer Protection Act, sought penalties against the company […]
Kentucky’s High Rate of Nursing Home Fines & Penalties
Of the 20 nursing homes in the country with the most government fines, five of them are in Kentucky. Kentucky also has three nursing homes listed among the top 20 in the nation that were cited for the most serious deficiencies. The list is compiled by ProPublica, which is an independent, non-profit newsroom that produces […]
Weight Loss Pill Dexaprine Contains Synthetic Stimulants
The package for the weight-loss pill Dexaprine leads users to believe it is fueled by natural ingredients. To the contrary, researchers have found the supplement contains a variety of stimulants. A samples of the natural ingredients listed on the label include: Acacia rigidula Citrus aurantium Green tea extract A Dutch lab studied packages of the […]
Is ADHD Connected to Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy?
A study has found a possible link between prenatal exposure to the pain reliever acetaminophen and children who later develop Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Acetaminophen is the active ingredient in Tylenol and other pain and fever medications. Findings Show Only a Link Researchers stress that the study, published in the American Medical Association’s JAMA […]
Kentucky’s ‘Blue Lights Across the Bluegrass’ Campaign Aimed at Reducing Traffic Accident Fatalities
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and local and state law enforcement agencies are joining forces for the “Blue Lights Across the Bluegrass” campaign throughout the month of July. The new campaign is designed to encourage safe driving habits in areas where there is a high amount of KY traffic fatalities. This initiative was developed in response […]
CPSC Warns of Novelty Baby Rattle Dangers
Baby rattles are one of the most popular baby toys in the nation. These rattles capture a baby’s attention and help young children develop motor skills. Unfortunately, the popularity of novelty rattles used on baby shower cakes and decorations presents a danger to infants. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a warning for […]