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The Litigation History Of Depo-Provera And Meningioma Claims

By Halpern Santos & Pinkert |

Depo-Provera, the once-popular birth control injection, is at the center of a growing wave of litigation in 2025. Manufactured by Pfizer Inc., this injectable contraceptive has been used by millions of women in the United States for over two decades. While it was promoted as a convenient, long-lasting alternative to daily oral contraceptives, recent… Read More »

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Failure To Warn: Can You Sue If You Weren’t Told About Depo-Provera Side Effects?

By Halpern Santos & Pinkert |

Depo-Provera, a long-acting injectable contraceptive containing medroxyprogesterone acetate, has been used by millions of women seeking a convenient, hormone-based method of birth control. While it’s proven effective for pregnancy prevention, serious concerns have emerged over the years about the safety of prolonged use, especially regarding bone density loss and, more recently, the potential risk… Read More »

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Sensio Recalls Steam Espresso Machines Due To Burn And Laceration Hazard

By Halpern Santos & Pinkert |

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced the recall of Bella Pro Series and Cooks Steam Espresso machines. According to the recall, the brew cup handle can forcefully eject during use causing the glass carafe to shatter, posing a burn and laceration hazard. The CPSC is recommending that consumers immediately stop using… Read More »

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Segway Recalls Segway Ninebot Max G30P And Max G30LP KickScooters Due To Fall Hazard

By Halpern Santos & Pinkert |

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced the recall of Segway Ninebot Max G30P and Max G30LP Kickscooters. According to the recall, the folding mechanism can fail and cause the handlebars or stem to fold while the scooter is in use, posing a fall hazard to scooter riders. The CPSC is advising… Read More »

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The Link Between Depo-Provera And Intracranial Meningiomas: What The Science Says

By Halpern Santos & Pinkert |

Depo-Provera, a long-acting injectable form of birth control, has been prescribed to millions of women worldwide since its approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It contains medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA), a synthetic form of the hormone progestin, which prevents pregnancy by inhibiting ovulation. While Depo-Provera has offered an effective and convenient contraceptive… Read More »

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Sakar Recalls Vivitar Blender Bottles Due To Laceration Hazard

By Halpern Santos & Pinkert |

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced the recall of Vivitar Blender Bottles. According to the CPSC, the blender’s blades can continue to operate even after the bottle is removed from the blender, posing a major laceration hazard. Vivitar has announced that they will refund consumers who purchased their product. About 199,000… Read More »

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CPSC Recalls Multifunctional Puzzle Crab Toys Due To Risk Of Serious Injury Or Death From Ingestion Hazard; Sold Exclusively At Walmart.com

By Halpern Santos & Pinkert |

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recently announced the recall of Multifunctional Puzzle Crab Toys due to violations of federal rules regarding toy magnets and a risk of injury from ingestion. According to the CPSC, the recalled magnetic Multifunctional Puzzle Crab Toy set violates the mandatory federal regulation for magnet toys, posing a major… Read More »

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Table Top Fire Pits Implicated In Multiple Burn Injuries

By Halpern Santos & Pinkert |

Almost 90,000 Colsen-branded tabletop fire pits sold by Amazon and Walmart nationwide are being recalled after dozens of shocking incidents left 19 people with burn injuries. Some of these injured victims required surgery while others were permanently disfigured. The fire pits are a burn and fire hazard. Alcohol flames can be invisible and lead… Read More »

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Northern Tool + Equipment Recalls Adjustable Swivel Shop Stools With Backrests Due To Potential Fall Hazard

By Halpern Santos & Pinkert |

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recently announced the recall of Northern Tool + Equipment Adjustable Swivel Shop Stools with Backrests. According to the recall, the welded connection point between the seat base and the stool post can break, presenting a fall hazard. Consumers are advised to immediately stop using the recalled stools and… Read More »

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Super73 Recalls Z Miami SE And Z Adventure Core Electric Bikes Due To Crash Hazard

By Halpern Santos & Pinkert |

The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced the recall of Super73’s Z Miami SE and Z adventure core electric bikes due to crash and injury hazards. According to the recall, the retaining pin in the e-bike’s disc brake calipers can loosen and dislodge from the caliper assembly, resulting in brake failure, posing… Read More »

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