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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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Miles for Meso Race to Take Place September 21, 2013
Early registration is now open for the Alton, Illinois Miles for Meso 5K Race & 2K Fun Run/Walk. The race will begin at Simmons Hanly Conroy Building at One Court Street on… Read More
Roche Halts Development of New Diabetes Drug Due to Safety Concerns
Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche has stopped further development of its new diabetes drug called aleglitazar. This decision could increase safety concerns for drugs similar to aleglitazar, including the controversial medication called Avandia.… Read More
Asbestos and Mesothelioma Updates: July 2013
The mesothelioma lawyers at the Firm are committed to keeping you up-to-date on the latest asbestos and mesothelioma headlines. Browse recent headlines highlighting the dangers of asbestos exposure and new information… Read More
The Truth Behind the Dangers of Benzene Exposure
Benzene is a dangerous chemical not many people realize is being used at manufacturing facilities in their towns and communities. Benzene is a colorless, sweet-smelling flammable liquid that evaporates quickly when exposed… Read More
Advertising Nets Lipitor Better Sales Despite Dangerous Side Effects, Generic Competition
Pharmaceutical company Pfizer’s lucrative cholesterol drug Lipitor is expected to generate approximately $3 billion in revenue by 2015, according to a recent report by AARP’s Public Policy Institute. The cholesterol medication is… Read More
How to Identify Materials that Contain Asbestos
Throughout the 1900s, asbestos products and building materials containing asbestos were used in the construction industry to create public buildings, offices, homes and other structures. Many homes, especially those built before 1980,… Read More
FACT Act Update: One-Sided Bill Remains a Threat to Asbestos Victims and Families
FACT Act Update: One-Sided Bill Remains a Threat to Asbestos Victims and Families Legislation Still Under Consideration in House of Representatives The so-called FACT Act (Furthering Asbestos Transparency Claims Act, House Resolution… Read More
ADAO to Attend Senate Staff Briefing in Washington, D.C. on Asbestos Impact
Recently, the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) announced they would serve as a resource to the U.S. Congress for the fourth time at an upcoming Senate Staff Briefing. The briefing is titled… Read More
Acid Spill at Local High School Sends Three to Hospital
Local news source KMOV.com reported an incident that occurred on Wednesday, July 10 in northern St. Louis County. What was identified as an acid spill injured three and resulted in the evacuation… Read More
FDA To Revisit Rule Blocking Lawsuits Against Generic Drug Makers
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration has indicated it might allow generic drug manufacturers to revise their products’ safety labels independent of their name brand counterparts. If this change is made, consumers harmed by… Read More
