The MDL judge denied dismissal requests from John Paul Mitchell Systems, Wella, and Advanced Beauty in the ongoing hair relaxer cancer lawsuits, ensuring the cases remain in the MDL. The [...]
Some of the most compelling hair relaxer lawsuits involve professional hairstylists and cosmetologists. Unlike occasional users who may have only applied these products a few times a year—yet still developed [...]
This week has remained relatively quiet regarding the Allergan breast implant litigation. Next week, we will share our monthly update on the total number of ongoing lawsuits, followed by a [...]
Although there are no recent updates regarding the Allergan breast implant multi-district litigation (MDL), it's important to emphasize that you can—and should—consult with a lawyer, no matter when you received [...]
We are currently awaiting the outcome of the case management conference that took place earlier this week. At this moment, there is no new Case Management Order or any additional [...]
The Covidien lawsuit appears to be progressing toward potential settlement discussions, as both parties have agreed to extend the deadline for selecting a mediator until February 24, 2025. This extension [...]
Judge Rodgers has released Case Management Order No. 1, establishing the framework for the initial stages of the litigation. On February 21, 2025, during a case management conference, the Court [...]
A newly filed lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California alleges that a woman from Lawndale, California, developed an intracranial meningioma as a result of [...]
A recent study indicates that medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA), the key component in Depo-Provera, may significantly raise the likelihood of developing meningioma, a type of brain tumor. Researchers reviewed medical records [...]
Judge Cannon has been assigned as the magistrate judge for this case. Previously, this magistrate collaborated with Judge Rodgers on the recently settled 3M earplug litigation. Judge Cannon has served [...]