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It's Hump Day! And Sam is live from the Mass Torts Conference in Las Vegas! First, Sam and Emma run through updates on the build of Hurricane Milton as it approaches Florida, Harris' campaign for the right, Biden's commitment to Israel, DOJ vs. Google, Trump's blocking of a Kavanaugh FBI investigation, abortion bans, Boeing machinist's ongoing labor action, Elons cucking to Lula, the ever-crumbling Eric Adams Administration, and the GOP's mass investment in anti-trans attacks, before parsing a little more thoroughly through the impending threat of Hurricane Milton. After touching on the important distinction between mass torts and class action lawsuits, Sam is joined by Attorney Kim Adams with Levin Pappantonio to discuss her ongoing litigation against the Canadian porn company formerly known as MindGeek (now Aylo) for encouraging, facilitating, and helping to disseminate child pornography on their site, unpacking the law (Section 230) that protects platforms from legal liability for third-party content and the tension between that and the active production, curation, boosting, and highlighting of said liable content, not to mention the heightened responsibility for pornography companies to be aware of the content the platform and sponsor. After expanding on the extensive community of impacted parties, be they plaintiffs or potential class members, and exploring the distinction between hosting and publishing, Adams summarizes the case's state right now. Next, Andy Birchfield from Beasley Allen joins, diving right into the ever-ongoing case against Johnson & Johnson for their manufacturing, sale, and promotion of their Talc-based baby powder formula despite internal awareness of the presence of asbestos and the devastating medical impact it can have on mothers and their children, with a particular focus on J&J knowingly marketing this toxic powder as a feminine hygiene product and the resulting development of ovarian cancer amongst consumers. Next, Birchfield dives deep into J&J's implementation of the “Texas Two-Step” legal maneuver to avoid responsibility, splitting off all of its liabilities from its assets into a separate company, before immediately moving said company to the asbestos-liability haven of North Carolina, where it would attempt to declare bankruptcy and render any attempts at accountability or compensation null. Walking through the circle of attrition that this has created in the courts, as we enter a third attempt to declare bankruptcy, Andy and Sam wrap up with the future of this case and the role public pressure, congressional legislation, and the questionable morals of J&J leadership all play in hopefully bringing this to a close. Sam and Emma also expand on the developing story about the Trump White House's obstruction of an FBI investigation into Brett Kavanaugh's allegations of sexual assault. The crew watches Sean Hannity compares abortion restrictions to the draft before chatting with attorneys Brian Barr of Levin Papantonio and the legendary Ben Crump about their representation of Roger Fortson, a U.S. airman shot to death by police. They then discuss the back-and-forth sniping between Kamala Harris and Ron DeSantis over taking a phone call regarding hurricane assistance, and Benjamin Netanyahu benevolently addressing the people of Lebanon (major sarcasm intended). 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This Day in Legal History: Brown v. Board StandsOn September 12, 1958, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in Cooper v. Aaron, reaffirming the authority of federal courts and rejecting Arkansas's attempt to defy the landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling. The case arose after Arkansas Governor Orval Faubus and the state legislature openly resisted desegregation, particularly in Little Rock, where African American students were blocked from entering Central High School. Arkansas argued that it was not bound by the Brown decision, claiming state sovereignty over education. The Supreme Court decisively rejected this argument, emphasizing that the Constitution is the supreme law of the land and that state officials are bound by its rulings.In a powerful opinion, the Court reiterated that its 1954 decision in Brown, which declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional, was "the law of the land." The justices underscored that state defiance of federal court orders violated the Constitution, asserting that "the basic principle that the federal judiciary is supreme in the exposition of the law of the Constitution" must be upheld. This decision was critical in enforcing civil rights and strengthening federal power to ensure desegregation, marking a pivotal moment in the fight against state resistance to integration.Three law firms leading litigation against Johnson & Johnson (J&J) over talc-related cancer claims are now clashing in court. Beasley Allen, an Alabama-based firm, has sued the Smith Law Firm and Porter Malouf, alleging they owe more than $1 million in litigation expenses. Beasley Allen also claims that Smith Law, burdened by up to $240 million in debt to outside funders, is pushing clients to accept a $6.5 billion settlement with J&J that Beasley opposes. The settlement deal requires 75% approval from claimants and was initiated as J&J sought bankruptcy protection for its talc-related liabilities. Beasley Allen argues the settlement is unfair and insufficient for clients, while Smith Law supports it. Smith Law denies the allegations, calling Beasley Allen's lawsuit "baseless." Beasley Allen contends that Smith's financial issues have caused the firm to undermine their joint litigation agreement, which began in 2014. The dispute centers on alleged unpaid expenses and control over client decisions. Additionally, Beasley Allen is involved in a separate legal battle accusing J&J of misusing the bankruptcy process.J&J Talc Suit Law Firms Clash Over $6.5 Billion Settlement (2)J&J's proposed talc settlement sparks lawsuit between plaintiffs' firms | ReutersThe U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has upheld the Labor Department's authority to use salary levels in determining overtime pay exemptions, supporting a rule issued under the Trump administration and providing a legal boost for a similar rule introduced by the Biden administration. The ruling involved a 2019 regulation that mandates salaried workers earning less than $35,568 annually to receive overtime pay, which was challenged by Robert Mayfield, a business owner from Texas. Mayfield argued that overtime exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) should be based solely on job duties, not salary levels. However, the court found that the Department of Labor (DOL) has long held the authority to set salary thresholds, with guidance from Congress. This decision is expected to bolster the Biden administration's 2024 overtime rule, which raises the salary threshold to $58,656 and aims to expand overtime protections to 4 million workers. Mayfield's legal challenge partly aimed to prevent the Biden rule from taking effect, but courts have consistently sided with the DOL. This ruling is seen as a win for the Biden administration in its effort to expand worker protections.Fifth Circuit Upholds Labor Department's Overtime Authority (2)A Philadelphia jury ruled in favor of Bayer's Monsanto in a lawsuit claiming that the company's Roundup weed killer causes cancer. This marks a win for Bayer, which acquired Monsanto in 2018 for $63 billion and has since faced numerous lawsuits alleging Roundup's cancer risks. The case involved product liability claims, but the jury sided with Monsanto, continuing Bayer's efforts to defend against the wave of litigation surrounding Roundup. Despite many legal challenges, this verdict adds to a series of mixed outcomes for Bayer in Roundup-related cases.Jury rules in favor of Bayer's Monsanto in Philadelphia trial over Roundup | ReutersA federal indictment has charged Michael Smith with using bots to artificially inflate streaming numbers for AI-generated music, earning over $10 million in royalties. Smith's scheme, which spanned seven years, involved creating thousands of fake email accounts to stream his AI-generated tracks on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. AI allowed Smith to scale the operation by generating vast amounts of content, evading detection for years. The indictment marks the first criminal case involving artificially inflated music streams, signaling the Department of Justice's increasing focus on streaming fraud. Despite some platforms identifying suspicious activity early on, Smith continued his scheme by using bots to manipulate stream counts. The indictment highlights the vulnerability of streaming platforms to fraud, as well as the potential impact on the music industry's revenue model. The DOJ charged Smith with conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering. This case emphasizes the need for stronger fraud-prevention measures as AI technology becomes more integrated into content creation.AI Music Fraud Indictment Brings Scrutiny to Streaming Inflation This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Leigh O'Dell serves as Co-Lead Plaintiff Counsel in MDL 2738 against Johnson & Johnson. The litigation centers on J&J's marketing and distributing talcum powder and the powder's link to the development of ovarian cancer in users. According to Beasley Allen, nearly 35,000 plaintiffs remain pending in the MDL and five plaintiff settlements totalling in $2.9 billion. Leigh also represents plaintiffs of litigations including transvaginal mesh, Gardasil, and Vioxx.  Leigh works closely with the Emory University School of Law's Institute for Complex Litigation, by co-chairing the Institute's Bridge to Practice and Next Generation Programs, which help attorneys new to complex litigation better understand the principles and strategies of the practice. She also leads in a number of non-profit organizations, sitting on the Board of Directors for Children's Hope Ministry, Telling the Truth Ministries, Joni and Friends, and the Jimmy Hitchcock Award. Outside of the courtroom, Leigh serves on the Executive Committee for the National Trial Lawyers Association and holds memberships with the Federal Court Practice Section, the Montgomery County Trial Lawyers Association, the American Bar Association, the Christian Legal Society, the Federal Bar Association, and Public Justice. Leigh also serves on the Transvaginal Mesh and Talcum Powder Litigation Groups within the American Association for Justice.  Leigh received mention on Best Lawyers' 2022 Women in the Law list for her work in Health Care, Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions, and Personal Injury Litigation. She received mention the previous year on Best Lawyers 2021 Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions list in the Plaintiffs category. Leigh also received selection for the National Trial Lawyers' Mass Tort Trial Lawyers Association Top 25 list, The National Trial Lawyers Association Top 100 Trial Lawyers list, and The Trial Lawyers' RoundTable 50 Most Influential Trial Lawyers list. Leigh has received mention on the Best Lawyers in America list since 2011, Super Lawyers (Mid South region) since 2017, and Lawdragon 500 in 2019 and 2020.    Leigh O'Dell LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leigh-odell-5337bb4/    Beasley Allen Social Media LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/beasley-allen-law-firm/  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BeasleyAllen  Twitter - https://twitter.com/BeasleyAllen   Remember to subscribe and follow us on social media…   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mass-tort-news Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/masstortnewsorg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/masstortnews.org

Nicole and Alicia conclude their interview with Mary Cam, an attorney with the Beasley Allen Law Firm. Beasley Allen is one of the firms involved in the Johnson & Johnson talcum powder litigation. Connect with us! Instagram: @skincareandscandalsTikTok: @skincareandscandalsFacebook: @skincareandscandalsWeb: skincareandscandals.comSubmit your ideas, topics, or questions for the podcast:skincareandscandals@gmail.comLeave a voicemail and be on a future episode!850-404-2203The podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal or medical advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice or a doctor for medical advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with past and/or current employers.

Nicole and Alicia continue their interview with Mary Cam, an attorney with the Beasley Allen Law Firm. Beasley Allen is one of the firms involved in the Johnson & Johnson talcum powder litigation. In part one of this two part episode, Mary Cam talks to us about what talc is, how prevalent talc is in our everyday products, and the background of the lawsuit.Connect with us! Instagram: @skincareandscandalsTikTok: @skincareandscandalsWeb: skincareandscandals.comSubmit your ideas, topics, or questions for the podcast:skincareandscandals@gmail.comLeave a voicemail and be on a future episode!850-404-2203The podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal or medical advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice or a doctor for medical advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with past and/or current employers.

On this episode Nicole and Alicia interview Mary Cam, an attorney with the Beasley Allen Law Firm. Beasley Allen is one of the firms involved in the Johnson & Johnson talcum powder litigation. In part one of this two part episode, Mary Cam talks to us about what talc is, how prevalent talc is in our everyday products, and the background of the lawsuit.Connect with us! Instagram: @skincareandscandalsTikTok: @skincareandscandalsWeb: skincareandscandals.comSubmit your ideas, topics, or questions for the podcast:skincareandscandals@gmail.comLeave a voicemail and be on a future episode!850-404-2203The podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal or medical advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice or a doctor for medical advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with past and/or current employers.

Navan Ward serves as founder and lead attorney at Beasley Allen's Atlanta office, specializing in defective medical devices litigation and pharmaceutical mass torts. Holding licensure across four states, Navan holds a Martindale Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating and has been recognized in the top 500 attorneys nationally by Lawdragon. Beasley Allen reports that with over 20 years litigating in multiple areas, Navan has obtained more than $360 million total for clients.  A star mass torts litigator with decades of experience, Navan serves as Immediate Past President of the American Association for Justice (AAJ), only the second minority figure to hold the position. Navan has spent many years working with AAJ which first honored him with its 2017 Minority Caucus Stalwart Award.  During his presidency, Navan worked on significant legislative and other issues affecting the plaintiff's bar across the country. During this time he also aided in founding “Shades of Mass,” a group that advocates and facilitates the appointment of minorities to leadership roles in federal and state-based centralized civil actions, including federal MDLs, and currently serves on their Executive Committee.  Navan also sits on the National Black Lawyers Top 100 Executive Committee, with past leadership experience in Alabama Lawyers Association, the Alabama State Bar's Young Lawyers Section, and the Montgomery County Association for Justice. Navan Socials -  LinkedIn Facebook  Beasly Allen socials LinkedIn Twitter Facebook  Instagram   Shades of Mass Conference Info  American Association for Justice   Remember to subscribe and follow us on social media… LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mass-tort-news Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/masstortnewsorg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/masstortnews.org

This weeks guest is Suzanne Clark Suzanne is an e-Discovery specialist practicing with Beasley Allen's Mass Torts Section. Join the conversation @ Jaxbar.org

Kendall Dunson is a lawyer who practices law with the Beasley Allen firm in Montgomery, Alabama. Originally from LaGrange, Georgia, Kendall has excelled at each level of his academic and professional endeavors. Currently, Kendall handles cases for those who have been injured, particularly by defective products. Thank you, Kendall, for spending some time with us today! #NombergLawLive #KendallDunsons #LALaw #LaGrangeGeorgia #GivingBack #BeasleyAllen #ProductsLiability #Alabama #NombergLawFirm Lawyers Representing the Injured Men and Women of Alabama Since 1967. If you have any questions or concerns about this issue or other issues on the law, please call the Nomberg Law Firm at 205-930-6900. Our website is www.NombergLaw.com. Follow us on Twitter https://bit.ly/3gObVwS or like us on Facebook https://bit.ly/322csqy. Alabama State Bar, Rules of Professional conduct, Rule 7.2 (e), requires the following language in all attorney communications: No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nomberg-law-firm/message

NOMBERG LAW LIVE: Mike Andrews, attorney with Beasley Allen in Montgomery, Alabama, discusses products liability cases. Mike currently handles cases involving airline crashes. Investigating into why and how these airliners fail, and informing the public, are very important aspects of his practice. Such a great discussion with Mike! #NombergLawLive #MikeAndrews #BeasleyAllen #ProductsLiability #AirlineFailures #Crashes #NombergLawFirm Lawyers Representing the Injured Men and Women of Alabama Since 1967. If you have any questions or concerns about this issue or other issues on the law, please call the Nomberg Law Firm at 205-930-6900. Our website is www.NombergLaw.com. Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/@alabamaworkcomp or like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NombergLawFirm/ Alabama State Bar, Rules of Professional conduct, Rule 7.2 (e), requires the following language in all attorney communications: No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.

With the threat of a ban on flavored e-cigarettes and teenagers hospitalized after vaping, the popular e-cigarette, JUUL, is facing litigation across the country. On Ringler Radio, host Larry Cohen along with co-host Ford Swift, talks with attorney Joseph VanZandt from the Beasley Allen law firm, as they discuss the claims of false and deceptive sales, marketing, and labeling against JUUL, and the failure to warn of the products’ highly addictive levels of nicotine, all targeting young people.

With the threat of a ban on flavored e-cigarettes and teenagers hospitalized after vaping, the popular e-cigarette, JUUL, is facing litigation across the country. On Ringler Radio, host Larry Cohen along with co-host Ford Swift, talks with attorney Joseph VanZandt from the Beasley Allen law firm, as they discuss the claims of false and deceptive sales, marketing, and labeling against JUUL, and the failure to warn of the products' highly addictive levels of nicotine, all targeting young people.

A jury recently awarded a $151-Million dollar verdict to Travaris “Tre” Smith who was left paralyzed after a 1998 Ford Explorer crashed and rolled over. The case is being structured to help with his long-term care. On Ringler Radio, host Larry Cohen and co-host, Keith Christie talk with attorney LaBarron Boone from the Beasley Allen law firm, as they discuss this case. Visit Ringler to contact a consultant in your area about structured settlements.

On Ringler Radio, host, Larry Cohen and co‑host, Robert P. Caples, Jr. talk about a recent settlement in litigation brought by former hockey players against the National Hockey League surrounding concussions and CTE (chronic traumatic encephalopathy) with attorney Mike Andrews from the Beasley Allen law firm. Is the NHL doing enough to prevent CTE? And what does this mean for concussion protocol in youth sports as well?Visit Ringler to contact a consultant in your area about structured settlements.

On Ringler Radio, host, Larry Cohen and co‑host, Robert P. Caples, Jr. talk about a recent settlement in litigation brought by former hockey players against the National Hockey League surrounding concussions and CTE (chronic traumatic encephalopathy) with attorney Mike Andrews from the Beasley Allen law firm. Is the NHL doing enough to prevent CTE? And what does this mean for concussion protocol in youth sports as well? Visit Ringler to contact a consultant in your area about structured settlements.

Elder abuse often is a silent and unreported but growing problem. On Ringler Radio, host Larry Cohen with co-host, Heather Anderson and the Beasley Allen law firm's attorney Chris Boutwell, take a look at the rising rate of nursing home abuse complaints, arbitration agreements, and what can be done to protect the safety of our seniors.

Elder abuse often is a silent and unreported but growing problem. On Ringler Radio, host Larry Cohen with co-host, Heather Anderson and the Beasley Allen law firm’s attorney Chris Boutwell, take a look at the rising rate of nursing home abuse complaints, arbitration agreements, and what can be done to protect the safety of our seniors.

Two-thirds of the deaths from drug overdoses in the U.S. involve opioids. This has been declared a crisis in America. On this Ringler Radio podcast, host Larry Cohen and co-host, Heather Anderson discuss how the Beasley Allen law firm's attorney Rhon Jones is joining forces with the Attorney General of Alabama in litigation to put a halt to this devastating crisis that touches so many lives today.

Two-thirds of the deaths from drug overdoses in the U.S. involve opioids. This has been declared a crisis in America. On this Ringler Radio podcast, host Larry Cohen and co-host, Heather Anderson discuss how the Beasley Allen law firm’s attorney Rhon Jones is joining forces with the Attorney General of Alabama in litigation to put a halt to this devastating crisis that touches so many lives today.

Benzene is a chemical widely used in a number of industries and products. Exposure to the chemical has been linked to Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), lymphomas and aplastic anemia. Many of these cases involving benzene exposure link back to the workplace. Ringler Radio host Larry Cohen and co-host, Keith Christie talk with attorney John Tomlinson, from the Beasley Allen law firm, about benzene exposure, litigation, and how exposure to benzene can be controlled, reduced or prevented.

Benzene is a chemical widely used in a number of industries and products. Exposure to the chemical has been linked to Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), lymphomas and aplastic anemia. Many of these cases involving benzene exposure link back to the workplace. Ringler Radio host Larry Cohen and co-host, Keith Christie talk with attorney John Tomlinson, from the Beasley Allen law firm, about benzene exposure, litigation, and how exposure to benzene can be controlled, reduced or prevented.

Reports that e-cigarettes have been exploding resulting in severe burns, allegedly due to a battery malfunction, is resulting in litigation.  Ringler Radio, host Larry Cohen joins attorney William R. Sutton from the Beasley Allen law firm, as they take a look at e-cigarette explosions, what's causing it and litigation surrounding these products.

Reports that e-cigarettes have been exploding resulting in severe burns, allegedly due to a battery malfunction, is resulting in litigation.  Ringler Radio, host Larry Cohen joins attorney William R. Sutton from the Beasley Allen law firm, as they take a look at e-cigarette explosions, what’s causing it and litigation surrounding these products.

Serious complications stemming from transvaginal mesh prompted an FDA warning and lawsuits by women against device manufacturers. On this Ringler Radio podcast, host Larry Cohen joins co-host, Heather Anderson and guest, Attorney Leigh O'Dell from the Beasley Allen law firm, to discuss the dangers, litigation, physical complications, Leigh's role on the Plaintiffs' Steering Committee and next steps.

The BP oil spill created an environmental and economic disaster affecting the entire Gulf Coast region. On March 2, 2012, BP agreed to settle the class action of certain oil spill related claims with the plaintiff steering committee, representing the interests of individuals and businesses throughout the region. Ringler Radio host Larry Cohen talks with colleague, Robert P. Caples and guest, Attorney Rhon E. Jones from the Beasley Allen law firm, about the various aspects of the settlement, including the important major changes in how claims will now be administered.

Back in August of 2010, Johnson & Johnson and DePuy announced the worldwide recall of parts used for hip replacements. Studies pointed to an unusually high rate of revision surgeries connected to the devices. On this edition of Ringler Radio, host Larry Cohen and Attorney Navan Ward, Jr., a Shareholder at the Beasley Allen law firm, take a look at the DePuy Hip Replacement Recall and the litigation surrounding DePuy.

There have been many lawsuits against some swimming pool companies, where individuals, more commonly children, have be trapped underwater due to faulty drains resulting in injury or even death. This is called suction entrapment and can be prevented by installing a device to shut off the pump when an object gets in the way. On this edition of Ringler Radio, host Larry Cohen along with co-host, Joan Pagnano and guest, Attorney Michael Andrews from the Beasley Allen law firm, take a look at swimming pool and spa safety, the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act and what swimming pool companies are doing to prevent these tragedies.

Beasley Allen recently filed a lawsuit against BP and others on behalf of several cities and municipalities for losses in revenue. On this edition of Ringler Radio, host Larry Cohen welcomes colleague, Tony Robinson and guest, Attorney Jere Beasley from Beasley, Allen, Crow, Methvin, Portis & Miles, P.C, to take a look at the recent lawsuit and look ahead to compensation for those affected by this disastrous spill. Larry, Tony and Jere look at the spill's impact on the economy and environment, the Oil Protection Act, how this disaster could have been prevented and the fight to get compensation for the people of the Gulf.

The Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill is considered one of the worst environmental disasters in recent years, with gallons of oil seeping into the Gulf of Mexico and beyond. Attorney and co-host, Bob Ambrogi welcomes Attorney Rhon E. Jones, Environmental Section Head at Beasley Allen, Crow, Methvin, Ports & Miles, and P.C. and Professor Robert Force, Director of the Maritime Law Center at Tulane University Law School, to discuss the latest on this devastating spill. They look at the environmental legal issues and concerns surrounding the spill, maritime law and touch upon the launching of a criminal investigation.

Car giant Toyota ordered a global recall of 400,000 Priuses for brake problems. This comes on the heels of earlier incidents where reported gas pedals were becoming stuck in floor mats in different makes and models of Toyotas. On Lawyer2Lawyer, co-hosts and attorneys J. Craig Williams and Bob Ambrogi welcome Attorney Dee Miles from the law firm, Beasley Allen and Mike Rozembajgier, Director of Recalls for ExpertRECALL™, to discuss the latest. They take a look at the Toyota recall, the legal troubles that surround this recall and how the recall will impact customers and ultimately Toyota.

Just last week, Merck & Co. decided to settle tens of thousands of claims for $4.85 billion from patients who took the powerful painkiller Vioxx. Join co-hosts and Law.com bloggers, J. Craig Williams and Bob Ambrogi, as they talk to the experts and take us inside the Vioxx settlement. Lawyer2Lawyer welcomes Attorney Thomas V. Girardi from the law firm of Girardi & Keese and Attorney Leigh O’Dell, member of the Vioxx Litigation Team for the law firm Beasley Allen, as they discuss the Vioxx Settlement, Merck’s strategy, reaction to the settlement and the future of Merck and the drug industry. Don’t miss it.

In an interesting development in Vioxx news, a New Orleans judge ruled that the $50M in compensatory damages were “grossly excessive.” The judge upheld the verdict finding Merck liable in the case, but he said a new trial must be held to decide how much the manufacturer must pay a retired FBI agent who suffered a 2002 heart attack after taking the painkiller for 2½ years. Join co-hosts and Law.com bloggers, J. Craig Williams and Bob Ambrogi as they turn to our expert attorneys representing Vioxx clients. Coast to Coast welcomes Attorney Tom Girardi of the well-known firm of Girardi Keese in Los Angeles and Attorney Paul Sizemore from the national firm of Beasley Allen located in Montgomery, Alabama. Don’t miss the latest news!

As jury selection gets underway in the 2nd Federal Vioxx trial in New Orleans, there are more than 13-thousand other cases filed against Merck. Where do they stand? Join Ringler Radio host, Larry Cohen and co-host, Ringler Associates Chairman, Dennis English with special guest, Attorney Ted Meadows from one of the largest firms in the nation, Beasley Allen, representing a large number of Vioxx plaintiffs. Get the latest details on Vioxx lawsuits and hear the discussion about Vioxx plaintiffs, the Vioxx trial outcomes to date and Merck's strategy to defend one of the biggest actions against a pharmaceutical in history.