Martinotti

The Carlson Law Firm's Rizkalla Joins the Plaintiff's Steering Committee in Elmiron MDL

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Monday, February 1, 2021
Brian R. Martinotti, Martinotti, Johnson & Johnson, Companies, NEW JERSEY, States of the United States

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruth Rizkalla, Partner at The Carlson Law Firm, has been appointed to the Plaintiff's Steering Committee for the recently formed Multi-District Litigation for injured consumers involving Johnson & Johnson's drug Elmiron, used to treat painful bladder syndrome.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruth Rizkalla, Partner at The Carlson Law Firm, has been appointed to the Plaintiff's Steering Committee for the recently formed Multi-District Litigation for injured consumers involving Johnson & Johnson's drug Elmiron, used to treat painful bladder syndrome.
  • Rizkalla was appointed by the Honorable Judge Brian R. Martinotti of the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey.
  • She is part of a group of 14 diverse attorneys from across the countrymost of whom are womenon the Plaintiff's Steering Committee.
  • "We are helping to bring justice to the patients who have been hurt by this company's negligence," Rizkalla said.

Catherine Hilliard Named to Elmiron Product Liability Litigation Plaintiff Steering Committee

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Pentosan polysulfate, Pentosan, Hilliard, MDL, Martinotti

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hilliard Martinez Gonzales LLP (HMG) is pleased to announce that Catherine Hilliard was appointedto the Plaintiff's Steering Committee in In Re: Elmiron (Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium) Products Liability Litigation, MDL No.

Key Points: 
  • CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hilliard Martinez Gonzales LLP (HMG) is pleased to announce that Catherine Hilliard was appointedto the Plaintiff's Steering Committee in In Re: Elmiron (Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium) Products Liability Litigation, MDL No.
  • 2973 (hereinafter "Elmiron Litigation").
  • However, evidence reflects that taking Elmiron leads to undisclosed complications, such as blurred vision, dark spots, trouble focusing, and even blindness.
  • Ms. Hilliard noted, "As I undertake my first PSC appointment, I am grateful to Judge Martinotti for the opportunity to help conduct this important litigation.

SPG's Danielle Mason Appointed to Elmiron MDL Leadership Team

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Medical specialties, Urology, Organ systems, Urinary bladder disorders, Infectious diseases, Martinotti, Interstitial cystitis, Pentosan polysulfate, Interstitial, Urinary tract infection, Urinary bladder

A federal judicial panel created the MDL in December 2020 and transferred nearly 130 Elmiron lawsuits to U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey.

Key Points: 
  • A federal judicial panel created the MDL in December 2020 and transferred nearly 130 Elmiron lawsuits to U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey.
  • Consumers allege that Elmiron, prescribed to treat a chronic bladder condition called interstitial cystitis, causes eye problems and vision loss.
  • The leadership team, which consists of eighteen women, follows directives from Judge Brian R. Martinotti to create a PSC reflecting significant inclusiveness and diversity.
  • "I'm honored to be appointed to this committee and to have the opportunity to work with such a talented and diverse leadership group," said Danielle.