Notice - Implantable Port Catheter Litigation, MDL No. 3081

The above multi-district litigation consolidates lawsuits that have been filed throughout the country and allege similar claims. The Implantable Port Catheter Litigation has been consolidated in the United States District Court for the District of Arizona. The ultimate issues and outcomes of the litigation will be determined by the judge and/or juries with each party having the opportunity to present legal arguments and evidence in support or in defense of the claims.

For clarification, Power Port, Slim Port, and MRI Implantable Port each refer to several vascular access devices, and not one specific device. Any recall in March of 2021 involving the Power Port Duo MRI Implantable Port was a voluntary recall by the company. The recall pertained to a limited number of lots of the PowerPoint Duo MRI Implantable Port and was not a result of catheter degradation, fracture migration, or infection issues.

Category: Wrongful Termination

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Wrongful termination can result from whistleblowing

The at-will status of employment in Missouri generally means that employers can fire their workers for any reason, or no reason whatsoever, except for circumstances that are protected by anti-discrimination legislation. But there are exceptions. Missouri employers are not able

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Understanding dismissal laws in Missouri

Losing your job can be stressful and frustrating, even under the best of circumstances, and this is made even worse if you think that you have been dismissed improperly. For example, perhaps you believe you have been fired due to

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Can union employees file claims for wrongful termination?

In Missouri, as in most other jurisdictions, employers in this “at will” state can terminate a worker’s employment for any reason or no reason at all. The exceptions to this are for reasons related to discrimination that are already prohibited

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Can I be fired for what's on my work computer?

Missouri workers may wonder just how much right to privacy they have on the job. In short, not very much. As the premises, the facilities and the equipment all technically are the property of the employer, they have the right

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Can my boss legally fire me for any reason in Missouri?

Employees often are surprised by their termination because they didn’t see it coming. As far as they were aware, everything was fine and their performance was adequate or better. Therefore, when the axe unexpectedly falls, often they question whether they

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Missouri supervisor alleges discrimination led to firing

The city of Osage Beach, Missouri, is under fire for allegedly discriminating against one former employee. The woman recently filed a complaint detailing four counts of alleged sex discrimination, age discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination from her position as communications

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Wrongful termination case involves 2 federal agencies

In a curious case involving a face-off between two governmental agencies, the federal Department of Labor has filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court for Missouri’s Eastern District against the United States Postal Service. The litigation filed is

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Can religious organizations discriminate when hiring?

You’re looking for a new job, and you find a job as a secretary. You’re well-qualified, so you apply, but then you don’t get the job. They tell you that...
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How to identify sexual harassment in the workplace

It can be challenging to build and maintain positive relations in the workplace. You want to be friendly with the people you work with and to build rapport so that...
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What happens if your hernia mesh procedure fails?

People often push their bodies past what they are capable of doing. This is an issue that particularly affects older adults and those who perform physical labor as part of...
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Are you concerned about retaliation after sexual harassment?

If you’re a victim of sexual harassment in the workplace, it’s a good idea to report the incident to your HR department. Doing so ensures that your complaint is formally...
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Employers sometimes hide discrimination as downsizing

Federal law prohibits employers from discriminating against employees based on certain protected characteristics. Gender, religion, race, national origin and age for those over 45 are all personal factors that should...
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Your employer shouldn't punish you for needing FMLA leave

When you take a job with a company, your employer agrees to compensate you for the time and labor that you offered them. The work that you do may be...
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A fatal car crash has a lasting impact on families

There is no doubt that a car crash of any kind will impact a family. It’s scary, and the trauma can be severe. With fatal crashes, a family may have...
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Overcoming age discrimination in your job search

Most older job candidates can claim a wide variety of work experiences and an impressive depth of knowledge. Unfortunately for those looking for work in their 50s and 60s, managers...
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Religious discrimination and job interviews

Job interviews can be stressful. Whether they take place over the phone or in person, you’ll want to do whatever you can to make the best impression. It’s likely that...
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What are the laws of pre-employment sexual harassment?

While it’s common knowledge that all employees are protected from discrimination, sexual harassment and non-sexual harassment in the workplace, many do not realize that those who are applying for jobs...
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What does data suggest about workplace fairness?

When you looked for your last job, you probably considered factors such as the amount of money you could earn, the average commute time and the possibility to advance within...
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What is cyberbullying and how can it be stopped?

Bullying is a serious problem for students, but not all adults see cyberbullying as an issue. For certain children, the online bullying is worse than if it happened in person...
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What wages are hourly employees due in Missouri?

Workers in Missouri should expect that they will be paid appropriately by their employers. Laws are in place to help protect their ability to do this. As of 2020, the...
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Hernia mesh complications can lead to fatalities

When you were struggling with a hernia, you thought you had no choice but to go through surgery. You had a surgical hernia mesh implanted, and that helped for a...
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Understanding national origin discrimination in the workplace

All employees have a right to be treated fairly in the workplace. They should be judged only on their competencies regarding their ability to do the job that they have...
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What are the most common types of religious discrimination?

It’s illegal for workers in the United States to be discriminated against because of their religion. Freedom of religion means that you have the right to be able to practice...
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What should you tell a child who is getting bullied?

Your son or daughter comes home from school, and you can tell that something is wrong. Maybe it looks like they’ve been crying. Maybe they’re just withdrawn and quiet. You...
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Fighting workplace retaliation due to family or medical leave

Many workers are eligible to take job-protected leave in a number of circumstances. This is because the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) guarantees eligible employees up to 12 weeks...
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How am I protected from religious discrimination?

The religion you practice should not have any impact on your ability to work and make an income. Unfortunately, however, many people across the United States are denied employment, fired...
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Instead of stranger danger, warn your kids about tricky people

As a parent, you want your children to grow up healthy and safe. One of the many ways that you can protect your children from abuse and trauma is to...
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