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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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Pharmaceutical News Wrap Up: February 2014
The pharmaceutical lawyers at the Firm are committed to keeping you up-to-date on the latest pharmaceutical news. Below is a short list of some of the most recent headlines concerning FDA recalls,… Read More
Asbestos and Mesothelioma News Wrap Up: February 2014
The mesothelioma lawyers at Simmons Hanly Conroy are dedicated to keeping you updated on the latest asbestos and mesothelioma news. Below is a short list of some of the most recent news… Read More
‘Rare Disease Day’ Event to be Broadcast Online on Feb. 28
More than 6,500 rare diseases affect about 25 million Americans. The NIH’s seventh annual celebration of Rare Disease Day strives to raise awareness about these diseases through a public, free event to… Read More
OSHA Updates Regulations to Protect Workers from Asbestos
Recently the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) expanded and updated its Asbestos Fact Sheet. Within the Fact Sheet, the agency also discussed its various standards and regulations for protecting workers from… Read More
Studies Point to Inconsistencies in FDA Approval Process
Three new studies took a deeper look into the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulatory process. Results from the studies found that FDA approval does not necessarily mean the medication or… Read More
U.S. Senate Passes Tenth Annual Resolution to Designate ‘National Asbestos Awareness Week’
The Firm would like to personally thank Senator Max Baucus (D-MT) and cosponsors for passing the tenth annual resolution establishing April 1 to 7 as “National Asbestos Awareness Week.” Senate Resolution 336… Read More
Study Finds Antioxidant Supplements May Accelerate Cancer Growth
Two antioxidants, vitamin E and beta carotene may do more harm than good in lung cancer patients, a new study suggests. Researchers showed that, antioxidants accelerated the progression of tumors in mice… Read More
Aging Ameren Power Plants in St. Louis Pose Air Pollution Risk to Residents
The St. Louis area relies on aging coal-burning power plants owned by Ameren to provide the majority of its power. These coal-burning plants generate tons of coal ash waste that put Missouri… Read More
OSHA Publishes Updated Asbestos Fact Sheet
Asbestos hazards are real and dangerous. Sadly, not everyone is aware of the health risks of asbestos exposure and its link to mesothelioma. One way to raise awareness of the health threats… Read More
New Study Verifies Need for Updated Warning Label on Low T Drugs
A recent large study backs up findings from previous smaller studies that found low T treatments increase risk of heart attack, stroke or death among men. The new study analyzed data from… Read More
