California's social media warning label law faces a federal lawsuit as concerns grow over teen mental health and social media addiction. The case raises questions about platform safety, free speech, and corporate responsibility.
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Defective or unsafe consumer products can cause serious injuries, illnesses, and even fatalities. From household goods and electronics to everyday items used by families, our coverage highlights recalls, investigations, and product liability lawsuits that aim to protect the public from preventable harm.
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Renewed attention on the Safer Beauty Bill Package highlights growing concerns about toxic cosmetic chemicals and hair straightener health risks.
Prescription drugs save lives, but unsafe medications can cause devastating harm. We report on FDA warnings, recalls, and lawsuits tied to dangerous drugs. Our coverage explores how regulations, litigation, and patient advocacy drive accountability and improve medication safety.
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The FDA has expanded Dupixent's use to additional pediatric patients while continuing to review reports of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. Researchers, regulators, and attorneys are closely watching developments involving the widely prescribed medication.
Medical devices are designed to help patients, but when defective, they can cause serious injuries. We examine recalls, FDA safety alerts, and lawsuits involving implants, surgical tools, and other medical technology, providing updates on how patients are affected and protected.
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Years after Philips recalled millions of CPAP and BiPAP devices, settlement payments are now being distributed. Learn what this means for patients and families after years of nationwide litigation.
Childers, Schlueter & Smith is a nationally practicing law firm committed to representing those in need. We offer years of experience, and to date, we have recovered more than $600 million in verdicts and settlements for our clients.
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Andy Childers is a founding partner of Childers, Schlueter & Smith (CSS) in Atlanta, Georgia. He represents individuals nationwide in mass tort litigation involving dangerous pharmaceutical products and medical devices.
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Richard Schlueter is a founding partner at Childers, Schlueter & Smith (CSS) in Atlanta, Georgia. He has spent his career representing individuals and families who have been harmed as a result of wrongful conduct by others.
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Brandon Smith is a partner at Childers, Schlueter & Smith (CSS) in Atlanta, Georgia. He represents individuals nationwide in pharmaceutical litigation, mass torts, product liability, and serious personal injury cases.
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