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Learn about the dangers of the pain medication Vioxx from an attorney



BREAKING NEWS: April 25, 2008--A Class I recall was issued by Actavis Totowa LLC for all lots of the heart medicine Digitek (generic name digoxin) because some have been found to contain twice the approved levels of active ingredient than is appropriate. Read on for more.



Millions of Americans relied on Vioxx for pain relief. Then Vioxx was recalled from the market after studies showed it caused an increased risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular events.

The Vioxx Attorneys of Weitz & Luxenberg just won the second major Vioxx lawsuit against Merck for a Vioxx heart attack victim in Atlantic City, New Jersey, a jury verdict of $13.5 Million.

If you've been hurt by Vioxx, you will need the experience of Weitz & Luxenberg Vioxx Lawyer at your side. On these pages you can see if you qualify for a lawsuit, get a free case review, and do Vioxx research for FREE.

Major Verdict: $13.5 million dollar jury verdict in one of the first Vioxx Trial cases - "a victory for the 100,000 Americans who had heart attacks from Vioxx," says W&L lawyer Robert Gordon.

 Weitz & Luxenberg is no longer accepting Vioxx cases.

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Act Now! It is essential that you inquire about your Vioxx lawsuit as soon as possible. Your individual state's law may limit your time to bring a legal claim to protect your rights. Your legal review is free and there is no commitment. Your case will be evaluated immediately, so get started on your claim today!


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Learn More Has Vioxx harmed you? Seek help from an experienced Vioxx lawyer
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News & Warnings The latest news about Vioxx and Merck you must know
Get recent Vioxx News and Warnings from the 2nd Vioxx Lawsuit winners

W&L Press Release, 6/07 - Vioxx Reversal Weitz & Luxenberg Responds to Reversal of Merck Vioxx Victory, 6/07
Reversal of Vioxx Victory; W&L First Questioned Witness’s Credentials

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$13.5 million verdict — one of the very first Vioxx trial cases

$15 million settlement — man wound up a paraplegic due to negligent hospital care

$37 million verdict — 2 asbestos lung cancer plaintiffs

$47 million verdict — boilermaker who died from mesothelioma

$75 million verdict — historic consolidated trial involving men who had worked at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in the 1940s and 1950s

$12.7 million verdict — iron worker who was injured due to unsafe working conditions

$64.65 million award — 4 asbestos plaintiffs

$17.5 million — consolidated trial of 5 mesothelioma victims

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$5.8 million settlement — failure to perform timely C-Section

$30 million verdict — 7 former power-plant workers suffering from asbestos-related illnesses

$6 million settlement — pediatric malpractice case

$14 million consolidated verdict — 5 asbestos-related cancer suits: shipyards/powerhouses/construction

$8 million settlement — obstetrical malpractice resulted in neurological deficits

$3.5 million — 2 asbestos exposure cases

$600,000 settlement — motor vehicle negligence resulting in serious injury

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$2.6 million settlement — ill-fitting prosthesis caused decubitus ulcers

$1.5 million settlement — construction worker fell off elevated train tracks

$750,000 settlement — defective construction equipment resulted in serious injury to worker


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