Merck & Co. to Pay $4.85 Billion Vioxx Settlement

Negotiating teams met more than 50 times in eight states and spoke hundreds of times over the telephone to hammer out the deal, according to attorneys.

Settlement Reached in Acid Rain Case

American Electric Power Co. (AEP), a major power generator, has agreed to spend $4.6 billion to reduce chemical emissions blamed for spreading acid rain across the Northeast.

FDA Panel Urges Ban on Medicine for Child Colds

A Food and Drug Administration advisory panel voted last month to ban popular over-the-counter cold products intended for children under the age of 6.

Walgreen & Co. is Sued Over Misfill Error

A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed in a Missouri federal court by a couple over the death of their unborn child.

Minnesota Settles Annuity Lawsuit with Allianz Life

Some seniors who might have died before they could get their annuity money back from the insurance company now can apply for refunds and interest under the settlement.

Jury Verdict Upheld in Hydraulic Truck Tragedy

In May, a jury in Stark County, Ohio awarded $6 million to the widow of Robert Ronske, who was killed in 2002 when the elevated bed of his truck silently lowered and pinned him against the frame.

Jury Returns a $50 Million Verdict in Fatal Blast in Baldwin County

A Baldwin County jury has returned a $50 million verdict in favor of the family of a Daphne man killed when the water heater in his home exploded.

Vioxx Plaintiffs' Choice Settle or Lose Their Lawyer

Plaintiffs in litigation over the painkiller Vioxx are supposed to be able to decide whether to enroll in the übersettlement announced last week or take their cases to court.

Exxon Juror Laments Decision

The Alabama Supreme Court has slapped the citizens of Alabama in the face with their corporate-loyal hand. They voted 8-1 to throw out most of the verdict against ExxonMobil, stating the state failed to prove fraud.

Local Woman Reacts to Vioxx Payout

A decision by Merck & Co. to pay $4.85 billion to settle thousands of lawsuits over its painkiller Vioxx bought accountability but little comfort for the Palm Coast woman who brought the first federal suit against the company.