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Wyeth v. Levine: Preemption and the Facts
Published in Food and Drug Law Weekly, October 31st, 2008
On Monday, November 3, the Supreme Court will hear opening arguments in Wyeth v. Levine. It's a case that stems from an unfortunate error that resulted in a tragic injury. The patient already has been compensated by those who improperly administered the drug to her in a separate action. The only claims currently being decided in Levine are those where the jury's verdict conflicts with the FDA's considered scientific judgment.
-- Wyeth v. Levine: The Facts
Diana Levine's tragic injury was the result of an improper administration of Wyeth's product, Phenergan. In April 2000, Ms. Levine sought treatment for severe migraine and nausea. Still experiencing...
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