Monthly Archives: November 2010

Wrigley Gum Company Settles Class Action Lawsuit for Deceptive Advertising

Members of a national class action lawsuit against chewing gum manufacturer Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. are now eligible to receive their claims as the $6 million settlement has been approved. The initial settlement was reached this summer, but approval by … Continue reading

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Darvon, Darvocet Prescription Painkiller Drugs Banned by FDA; Linked to Heart Rhythm Abnormalities

Two commonly prescribed painkiller drugs, Darvon and Darvocet, have been banned by the Food and Drug Administration and will no longer be available in the U.S. The key ingredient in the drugs, propoxyphene, is shown is be linked to serious … Continue reading

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Driving Drowsy Comparable to Driving Drunk, AAA Study Finds

The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety has released a new study that shows drowsy, tired drivers are as at risk for an accident as drunk drivers. Based on an analysis of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s crash data from … Continue reading

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Balkan & Patterson Attorneys Settle Trip and Fall Case for Lantana Client

Balkan & Patterson recently achieved a settlement for an elderly client who was severely injured after tripping and falling at the Station House Restaurant in Lantana. Then age 82, the client was dining with family when she tripped on a … Continue reading

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More Red Light Cameras to be Added in Broward County

Pembroke Pines will up its ante for traffic offenders with red light cameras at an additional four intersections for a total of five. Just in time for season, these cameras assist law enforcement in catching and ticketing those who break … Continue reading

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Balkan & Patterson Attorney Recognized as Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer by The Florida Bar

Trial attorney John Patterson of the Boca Raton law firm of Balkan & Patterson, LLP, has received his board certification as a civil trial lawyer from The Florida Bar, which is the highest recognition in the state. Board certification is … Continue reading

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