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Mesh implants are the most common way to repair hernias, but these procedures have complications and side effects. Many people report pain, mesh failure, reherniation, infections, and other issues following hernia mesh repairs. Those who experience painful and costly issues after a mesh hernia repair are seeking justice through the courts. If you suffer hernia …

Studies about whether Tepezza’s effects on hearing loss are reversible have shown mixed results. While many patients recover from the partial hearing loss, tinnitus, and related side effects they experience, some do not. Some people report permanent or temporary hearing loss months after stopping the medication. Tepezza, the brand name of the drug teprotumumab, is …

The types of cancer caused by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as “forever chemicals” because of how long they remain and affect living things, vary. They include testicular, kidney, and bladder cancers, although research continues to identify other possible effects of these contaminants. Thousands of lawsuits are already underway against manufacturers of products linked …

A continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine helps sleep apnea patients breathe regularly. While some patients experience health problems during CPAP use, there have been no reports of heart issues. A study in The Journal of the American Heart Association found that patients reduce their risk of heart failure by using a CPAP machine. However, …

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) refers readers to a medical device recall database sorted by year. You can consult these resources to know if your hernia mesh was recalled. If regulators or manufacturers remove your device from the market, you may have grounds to sue. What Is a Hernia Mesh? Hernia mesh is …

The reasonable person standard is the standard the courts use to determine whether negligence or another form of unlawful behavior occurred. Essentially, it questions whether a reasonable person would have acted similarly or differently in a given situation. This standard is key to establishing the negligence of another party and liability for accident-related injuries and …