July 2nd, 2011
Property owners have complained that CertainTeed WeatherBoards fiber cement exterior siding products have caused a number of problems including: shrinking, cracking and warping as well as large gaps between the siding boards. Fiber cement siding is used to cover the exterior wall of a house and is an alternative to vinyl or wood siding. It has been known to be durable and resistant to fire, termites and rot. Other complaints against CertainTeed fiber cement siding have been that it has a... Read More
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May 9th, 2011
For the past decade numerous scientific studies have shown that use of SSRIs during pregnancy significantly increases the risk of serious side effects, including miscarriage and severe birth defects. Such SSRI birth defects include Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension in the Newborn (PPHN), serious heart defects, and other congenital abnormalities. Despite the overwhelming evidence about these SSRI side effects, these drugs remain on the market and are heavily prescribed to treat conditions like depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. While the... Read More
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May 8th, 2011
WE ARE NO LONGER TAKING NEW CLIENTS FOR THIS SUIT Pendley, Baudin & Coffin, L.L.P. Files Class Action Lawsuit Against Ford Motor Company and Navistar, Inc. East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, March 29, 2011 – East Baton Rouge Parish resident Rena Brown and West Baton Rouge resident Kem Anderson filed a lawsuit today on behalf of a class of Louisiana consumers against Ford Motor Company and Navistar, Inc. (f/k/a International Truck and Engine Corporation) in the United States District Court... Read More
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May 6th, 2011
A class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of consumers of GAF Timberline shingles. The lawsuit alleges that the GAF 30 to 40 year shingles are failing within 4 to 6 years of installation. Consequently, the lawsuit claims, homeowners with GAF Timberline shingles are forced to replace their roof prematurely. If you have GAF Timberline shingles that have experienced failure as stated above, contact the attorneys at Pendley, Baudin and Coffin, L.L.P. to have your potential case evaluated. Read More
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May 2nd, 2011
The lawyers at Pendley, Baudin & Coffin, L.L.P., are experienced in handling whistleblower lawsuits. Currently, the firm is involved in the prosecution of two whistleblower actions: (1) An environmental contamination and failure to pay royalties case against a major U.S. oil company. (2) A pharmaceutical off-label promotion case against an international pharmaceutical manufacturer. If you would like to speak to one of the lawyers at Pendley, Baudin & Coffin, L.L.P. about a potential whistleblower lawsuit, contact us by filling out... Read More
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January 20th, 2011
Antidepressants including Celexa, Effexor, Lexapro, Paxil and Zoloft have been linked to an increased risk of birth defects. Antidepressants (SSRIs [selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors]), such as Celexa (citalopram), Effexor (venlaxafine), Lexapro (escitalopram), Paxil (paroxetine) and Zoloft (sertraline), since September of 2005 have been suspected to cause birth defects including: Heart (cardiac) Lung (pulmonary) Brain and spinal cord (neural-tube defects) Abnormally shaped skull (craniosynostosis) Abdominal wall defects (infant omphalocele) Club foot (one or both feet turn downward and inward) Complete or... Read More
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January 4th, 2011
Due to a high rate of revision surgeries to correct or remove defective implants, DePuy Orthopedics has recalled its ASR XL acetabular hip replacement and resurfacing system. These revision surgeries are painful and expensive and recovery often takes as long as the initial hip surgery. DePuy was alleged to have known that the cup had design problems, but did not warn physicians. In a letter to doctors in March of 2010, DePuy warned of a “higher than expected” failure rate... Read More
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October 14th, 2010
The Chinese Drywall Legal Network announces that a settlement has been reached with Knauf Plasterboard (Tianjin) Co., Ltd. (“KPT”) in the national Chinese drywall litigation pending in New Orleans. In an effort to eventually resolve all of the lawsuits arising from drywall manufactured and exported to the United States by KPT, KPT has agreed to remediate up to 300 homes. This remediation “pilot program” is expected to serve as a model for a possible future global remediation program. Homes eligible... Read More
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August 12th, 2010
Defective drywall (sheetrock, plasterboard) imported from China during the real estate boom from 2004 – 2006 was used in the construction of new homes. Owners of new homes reported a rotten egg smell and many have been driven from their homes by the obnoxious odor. Homeowners also report corrosion to their air-conditioner coils, pipes, wiring, metal picture frames, etc. Many also complain of respiratory problems, irritated eyes, headaches, nose bleeds and other health problems. It is thought that many builders... Read More
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August 12th, 2010
Denial or Underpayment of Benefits under Cancer Insurance Policies Insurance companies are in business to make a profit. Not paying a claim, delaying a claim payment, or offering an inadequate settlement all help to increase their profits at the expense of their policyholders. At Pendley, Baudin & Coffin, L.L.P., we help our clients receive the benefits they need and are entitled to receive under their cancer insurance policies. We are here to help you. Click here or call 225-687-6396 or... Read More
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