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Xarelto® is an oral anticoagulant intended to thin the blood and prevent clotting, especially after certain surgeries. The drug is manufactured by Bayer and marketed by Janssen Pharmaceuticals, an affiliate of Johnson & Johnson. Xarelto® has been linked to uncontrollable bleeding, a side effect that can quickly claim lives. Read more about the recent trial […]
Ward Black Law would like to announce their continued partnership with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve to sponsor the 10th annual kick-off event for the “Toys for Tots” drive in the Greensboro, N.C., community. “Toys for Tots” is an organization whose mission is to “help the less fortunate children throughout the United States experience the […]
Ward Black Law announces three attorneys from its Greensboro law firm have earned the distinction of being named by U.S. News & World Report to The 2018 Best Lawyers in America© listing. Janet Ward Black was named to the list for the twelfth consecutive year and is recognized for her expertise in both mass tort/class […]
Nothing can change your life quite as quickly as cancer. When the diagnosis is mesothelioma, many questions arise. Since this disease is tied so closely to asbestos exposure, patients wonder, could this have been prevented? Do I need a lawyer? Can I even get financial help at this point? These are all smart questions to […]
Over her career, Janet Ward Black has assisted clients with many different case types, but she finds representing mesothelioma and other asbestos disease victims particularly rewarding. With 28 years of experience in asbestos litigation, she has helped hundreds of men and women find peace of mind through a very challenging season. Representing Families Affected By […]
The Pittsburgh Corning Asbestos Trust is now open for claims! After a sixteen year wait, people who were exposed to asbestos products manufactured by Pittsburgh Corning are finally able to file claims against a trust that was established to pay for their injuries. Over three billion dollars is available for qualified claimants. If you or […]
When a doctor confirms the diagnosis is mesothelioma, life can feel like a blur. Even if the patient and family have suspected this disease based on asbestos exposure in previous years, the result is overwhelming. While the outlook may seem scary, there are several steps families can take to regain a sense of control. The […]
Most people are aware that winter storms are dangerous. What they don’t realize is it’s not frostbite and hypothermia you have to worry about most; automobile accidents are the leading cause of death from winter storms. When cold temperatures arrive and snow or ice threaten to cover the roads, it is best not to risk […]
More than 310,000 Americans had total hip replacement surgery in 2010. Yet some patients who undergo this popular surgery are experiencing devastating medical problems within a few years due to defective replacement parts that have been known to break, corrode, or fragment. The Latest Recall A number of medical manufacturers have recalled hip implants and […]
When cooler weather sets in and the leaves change from green to red, orange, and gold, thousands of us flock to our medical providers to get the annual flu vaccine. While the vaccine is largely effective in preventing or minimizing cases of the flu virus, and while most individuals don’t experience any negative effects as […]