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Defective Hoyer Lifts and How They Cause Injuries
Hoyer lifts are an essential tool that enables care workers to move patients who are unable to do so without assistance. However, the use of a defective Hoyer lift may cause serious injuries to the patient, care worker, or both. Below, Arnold Law explains defective Hoyer lifts, including the parts that must be regularly maintained […]
Can You Pursue Compensation For Damages From a Massage Gun Injury?
In recent years, massage guns have gained significant popularity as a convenient and effective tool for relieving muscle soreness and tension. These handheld devices, equipped with percussive or vibrational mechanisms, are promoted as an easy and safe option for a deep tissue massage experience. However, severe and debilitating injuries have been reported with the growing […]
What You Should Know About Recent Eye Drop Recalls
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall of several eye drop brands. The announcement from the health regulator comes after a voluntary recall in February from the manufacturer of an eyedrop brand produced in India that caused serious health issues for several individuals. Two more brands are included in the latest recall […]
GranuFlo and NaturaLyte
The FDA has recalled popularly used dialysis products GranuFlo and NaturaLyte due to an increased risk of heart issues, specifically cardiopulmonary arrest and sudden cardiac death. The manufacturer of both these products, Fresenius Medical Care (FMC) is liable for a failure to warn doctors and patients of the risks associated with the pharmaceuticals until recently, despite documented evidence that the […]
Transvaginal Mesh Implant Complications
Transvaginal mesh implants are synthetic slings intended to treat Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) and Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) by supporting the urethra and/or pelvic floor muscles. Although this surgical treatment gained significant popularity over the past decade, there is insufficient evidence that the mesh improves these conditions. In July 2011, the FDA issued a public […]