New Jersey Attorneys Who Get Results

Meet Gary Shapiro and David Sternlieb, two experienced New Jersey attorneys who know how to get results. At Shapiro & Sternlieb, we are 100% dedicated to providing our clients with the highest quality legal representation. Through our hard work, persistence and with more than 60 years of combined legal experience, we work hard to protect your rights. As expert lawyers, we have the resources and knowledge to handle complex cases. We pride ourselves on our concern for you as an individual as well as for your legal rights.

Shapiro & Sternlieb: New Jersey Personal Injury Lawyers

At Shapiro & Sternlieb, your case is our priority. Our attorneys combine outstanding client services with a thorough knowledge of the law and a firm understanding of the latest technology available. Our vast network of legal, medical and professional experts are available to present the best case for you. Located in Manalapan, New Jersey, our lawyers maintain flexible hours to meet your needs. We offer morning, evening or weekend hours, as well as visits to home or hospital, if needed. Our attorneys and staff bring the highest standards of expertise, preparation, concern, diligence, integrity and skill to each case. We take time to return your calls and to ensure each question is answered. You are included every step of the way!

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FDA Consumer Health Information Updates http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/ContactFDA/StayInformed/RSSFeeds/Consumers/rss.xml Start at the Store: Prevent Foodborne Illness (video) Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:05:00 -0500 By starting at the store with safe food handling practices, consumers can play a major role in preventing foodborne illness. In this new Consumer Update video, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides tips for keeping food safe while guiding viewers through a grocery store. Recall of Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:05:00 -0500 A flavor enhancer used in certain processed foods is being recalled because it may be contaminated with Salmonella. Click the above link to get FDA’s advice for consumers. Survey Shows Gains in Food-Label Use, Health/Diet Awareness Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:05:00 -0500 FDA has released findings from its latest Health & Diet Survey, which offers a snapshot of the nation's dietary habits. Safety Review of Avandia (Rosiglitazone) Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:05:00 -0500 Description: FDA offers advice to people who take the diabetes drug Avandia (rosiglitazone) while the agency continues to review data on possible heart-related risks associated with the drug. Reporting Problems to FDA (video) Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:05:00 -0500 This guide provides tips and a quick-reference chart to help you report a problem to FDA. Food and Drug Administration--Press Releases http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/ContactFDA/StayInformed/RSSFeeds/PressReleases/rss.xml FDA Orders 2 Companies to Stop Marketing Unapproved Nitroglycerin Tablets Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:53:00 -0400 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today ordered Glenmark Generics of Mahwah, N.J., and Konec Inc. of Tucson, Ariz., to stop marketing unapproved nitroglycerin tablets. The tablets are placed under the tongue to relieve chest pain or to stop a heart attack and are marketed in 0.3 mg, 0.4 mg, and 0.6 mg dosages. FDA Announces New Boxed Warning on Plavix Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:57:00 -0500 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today added a boxed warning to the anti-blood clotting drug Plavix (clopidogrel), alerting patients and health care professionals that the drug can be less effective in people who cannot metabolize the drug to convert it to its active form. FDA Task Force Seeks Public Comments on Increasing Transparency with Regulated Industry Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:52:00 -0500 As part of the final phase of its transparency initiative, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is seeking comment from the public and other interested stakeholders on how the agency can increase transparency in its interactions with regulated industry. FDA Issues Warning on Counterfeit Surgical Mesh Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:39:00 -0500 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today warned health care providers and consumers about counterfeit surgical mesh being distributed in the United States under the C. R. Bard/Davol brand name. Surgical mesh products are used to reinforce soft tissue where weakness exists. FDA March 11 Update on the Investigation into the Salmonella Montevideo Outbreak Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:39:00 -0500 March 11 Update - As part of the Salmonella Montevideo investigation, the Food and Drug Administration has been actively investigating the supply chain of black and red pepper supplied to Daniele International Inc., Pascoag, R.I. US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News http://www.cpsc.gov CPSC Approves Final Rule on Civil Penalty Factors Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:45:00 GMT The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) voted to approve (4-1) a final rule interpreting factors to be considered when seeking a civil penalty amount for knowing violations of CPSC laws. Remote Control Kits for Electric Fireplaces and Stoves Recalled by Dimplex North America Due to Fire and Burn Hazards Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT The plug-in wall unit can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. Infant Deaths Prompt CPSC Warning About Sling Carriers for Babies Fri, 12 Mar 2010 17:40:00 GMT The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is advising parents and caregivers to be cautious when using infant slings for babies younger than four months of age. In researching incident reports from the past 20 years, CPSC identified and is investigating at least 14 deaths associated with sling-style infant carriers, including three in 2009. Twelve of the deaths involved babies younger than four months of age. Noncontact Electrical Tester Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock or Burn Hazard Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:45:00 GMT The testers can fail to give an indication of live voltage, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is off, posing a risk of serious injury or death from electrical shock or thermal burns. CPSC Issues Warning on Children's Winter and Holiday-Themed Charm Bracelets with High Levels of Cadmium Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:15:00 GMT The bracelets contain high levels of cadmium. Laboratory analysis determined that in certain tests, over 20,000 micrograms of cadmium were released from the snowman alone. Cadmium can be toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.