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Simmons Hanly Conroy’s support blog is a place for clients and families to find news, education, and inspirational stories about the following areas of litigation: mesothelioma and asbestos, dangerous drugs and devices, consumer protection and mass torts, personal injury and environmental litigation.
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How Many Men Really Need Testosterone Replacement Therapy?
More men are turning to prescription medications such as testosterone replacement therapy to combat “low T syndrome.” In the United States, testosterone prescriptions among men have tripled since 2001. What some people… Read More
Health Canada Flags Testosterone Replacement Therapy for Serious Side Effects
Health Canada has issued a safety warning in its July safety review that testosterone, or low-T, treatments are responsible for increased health risks. The Canadian government organization reviewed various case reports and… Read More
Become a Sponsor for the 2014 Miles for Meso 5K
Besides raising funds to help support the mesothelioma community, the best part about the Alton Miles for Meso race are the shirts. If you’ve ever attended a Miles for Meso race, you… Read More
Miles for Meso Race to Take Place September 27, 2014
Mark your calendars for the Miles for Meso 5K Race & 2K Fun Run/Walk. Early registration is now open for the race taking place in Alton, Ill. This year’s race will begin… Read More
Simmons Hanly Conroy Attorneys to Receive 40 Under 40 Award
The honorable 40 Under 40 Award is presented by The National Trial Lawyers organization. This award extends an invitation into the 40 Under 40 professional organization to its recipients. The invitation-only professional… Read More
The Potential of Targeted Cancer Therapy for Mesothelioma Treatment
A mesothelioma diagnosis is often followed by typical cancer treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy or radiation. These treatments can be accompanied by harsh side effects such as hair loss, nausea, fatigue, pain… Read More
American Medical Systems Enrolls First Patient in its Largest TVM Study to Date
American Medical Systems (AMS), a subsidiary of Endo International, enrolled the first patient in its mandatory post market surveillance study for the Elevate™ Anterior and Apical Prolapse Repair System. The study is… Read More
New FDA Warning Against Use of Numbing Medications in Infants
Parents with teething infants should not use “gum-numbing” anesthetics known as viscous lidocaine, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently reported. When used among infants and young children, such medications can… Read More
Asbestos and Mesothelioma News Wrap Up: June 2014
The asbestos attorneys at the Simmons Firm are dedicated to providing the latest asbestos and mesothelioma news to keep you up to date. Below is a short list of some of the… Read More
Pharmaceutical News Wrap Up: June 2014
The Firm pharmaceutical lawyers are dedicated to providing you with the latest pharmaceutical news. Below is a short list of some of the most recent headlines concerning FDA recalls, approvals and warning… Read More
