| Article 2 of the Uniform Commercial Code |
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| Most product liability law is based on Article 2 of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC). The Uniform Commercial Code provides contract-based grounds for products liability. The Uniform Commercial Code has been adopted in every state, although the version of the Code may vary from state to state.
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| Food and Drug Administration Modernization Act of 1997 and Advertising by Compounding Pharmacists |
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| Compounding refers to a pharmacist's preparation of a customized medication by combining, mixing, or altering ingredients to create a medication that is tailored to meet the needs of an individual patient. The physician gives specific directions as to the preparation of the compound. Compounding is a traditionally recognized part of pharmacy practice, and all 50 states have laws that permit compoundingMore... |
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| Lack of Causation as a Defense in Drug Products Liability Litigation |
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| Drug products liability is an area of law dealing with personal injuries that result from using a drug or medical device. More... |
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| What Is Being Done About Prozac and Other Pharmaceuticals in Drinking Water? |
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| Prozac(r), with an active ingredient called fluoxetine, is one of a class of prescription medications known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). SSRIs are used to treat depression. They are one of the most heavily prescribed medications in the U.S. As a group, chemicals from drugs, cosmetics, toiletries, and veterinary drugs are referred to as PPCPs (pharmaceuticals and personal care products). This article discusses the health and environmental concerns related to PPCPs.
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| Admissibility of Evidence of Prior Accidents in Product Liability Actions |
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| Admissibility of Evidence of Prior Accidents in Product Liability ActionsMore... |
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