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Stryker Orthopaedics Recalls Rejuvenate and ABG II Hip Stems

By Slack Davis Sanger | July 11, 2012 |

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Stryker Orthopaedics is recalling its Rejuvenate and ABG II modular-neck stems due to potential risks associated with fretting and corrosion at the modular neck junction.

Crane Deaths Close to Home

By Slack Davis Sanger | July 10, 2012 |

On Saturday, July 7, a crane collapsed at a construction site at the University of Texas at Dallas, killing ironworkers Terry Weaver, from Grand Saline, Texas, and Tom Fairbrother, from Austin.

Topamax Linked to Birth Defects

By Slack Davis Sanger | July 6, 2012 |

Last year the FDA changed the way it classifies the popular migraine prevention drug Topamax® because of evidence that Topamax causes cleft lip and cleft palate in children whose mothers took Topamax very early in their pregnancy. 

Pradaxa, A Dangerous Drug

By Slack Davis Sanger | July 3, 2012 |

Many people have to take blood thinners to help prevent strokes and pulmonary embolisms that can result from a blood clot. Blood thinners like Coumadin®, for example, have been used for decades even though there are serious risks involved when taking away someone’s ability to stop bleeding. Because of this, the proper dosage is crucial,…

Townsend Excels at Managing Complex Commercial Litigation at Slack Davis Sanger

By Slack Davis Sanger | June 20, 2012 |

(This mini-profile was published today on the Austin Legal News blog.) Justin Townsend has amassed the perfect background, as far as preparing him for where he is today as an accomplished lawyer at the highly respected law firm of Slack Davis Sanger.

Slack Davis Sanger Attorneys Serve as Faculty Members for Trial Advocacy College of Texas (TACT)

By Slack Davis Sanger | April 30, 2012 |

Slack Davis Sanger attorneys Michael Slack, Mike Davis, and Paula Sweeney have been invited to participate as faculty members for the upcoming Trial Advocacy College of Texas (TACT).

Mike Davis Credits Parents with Shaping His Commitment to the Law

By Slack Davis Sanger | April 25, 2012 |

(This mini-profile was published today on the Austin Legal News blog.) There aren’t many attorneys with deeper roots in Austin than Mike Davis. His family’s lineage goes back five generations, which explains the strong attachment he feels to Central Texas. “You can still count on the word or handshake of lawyers you know or have…

Comments on Pliva v. Mensing

By Slack Davis Sanger | April 2, 2012 | Comments Off on Comments on Pliva v. Mensing

I talk to people every day who suffer very serious side effects from taking prescription drugs. The Supreme Court recently decided a case that affects almost every single conversation I have with a new client.

Paula Sweeney, Texas Trial Legend

By Slack Davis Sanger | March 7, 2012 |

Slack Davis Sanger attorney Paula Sweeney will be one of five local trial lawyers recognized by the Dallas Bar Association at its Texas Trial Legends Program

Ladd Sanger: Thibodaux Daily Comet

By Slack Davis Sanger | February 7, 2012 |

Slack Davis Sanger attorney Ladd Sanger offered information about the Robinson R-44 helicopter in the article below.