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An anticoagulant drug proves to be fatal with out proper monitoring of the medication. Coumadin, also known as Warfarin, is a blood thinning prescription used in patients to prevent blood clots, heart attack and stroke. Coumadin is mostly prescribed to patients with an artificial heart valve, atrial fibrillation (an irregular heart beat), deep venous thrombosis…

A new inhalable caffeine product attracts the attention of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA plans to commence a new safety investigation of AeroShot, a product of Breathable Foods Inc. AeroShot is a lipstick-sized canister that contains 100 milligrams of caffeine powder plus a number of B vitamins. Consumers are able to place…

With the holiday’s right around the corner, traffic is quickly picking up and winter weather is slowly moving in. Borchardt Law Firm asks all drivers to be extra cautious on the road during these hectic times. Studies have found December to be one of the deadliest months for drivers across the state of Texas. It…

The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) continues to express concern about the potential side effects of Yaz birth control. Over the past few years health experts and the FDA have shown an increased apprehension over the once-a-day pill. Yaz, unlike older contraceptive pills, contains drospirenone, an ingredient that may be a leading factor in an…

A falsely advertised Yaz commercial sparks possible health concerns for the birth control pill. Yaz, a product of Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals, has received thousands of complaints from women across the U.S. about unsatisfying results after taking the pill for several months. In 2007 Yaz launched an advertisement that promoted the pill to treat severe premenstrual…

The need for personal injury lawyers has significantly increased across Texas, especially due to accidents on the road. Whether it’s DWI accidents, distracted driving accidents or just simple accidents the number of car crashes isn’t decreasing. One interesting study we found shows that driving while drowsy can be just as if not more dangerous than…

Distracted driving has proven to be one of the leading causes in car accidents across the United States, especially among teenagers. These accidents can tragically lead to the injury or death of a loved one. Make sure you and your family are aware about the dangers of distracted driving. Talk to your kids about the…

Choosing a nursing home for your loved one can be a very difficult process. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and negligence cases are much more common than the public is aware of. According to CBS News, in 2009 a congressional report stated that nearly one-third of all U.S. nursing homes have been cited for abuse. If…

About one out of every 400 Americans born is diagnosed with Cerebral palsy. If your child suffers from Cerebral palsy that developed during the early stages of life or during childbirth contact our law firm Borchardt Law Firm to discuss your legal options. Cerebral palsy is a complex affliction that involves damage to the part…

Driving is a dangerous thing with out distractions. When drugs and alcohol are involved it becomes a life and death situation. Never hesitate to contact a personal injury lawyer if you think you have been in an accident where the other driver may have been impaired by drugs or alcohol. According to the Texas Department…