While the term “proton pump inhibitors” may not ring a bell, chances are, you know someone using them. Doctors recommend and prescribe this line of drugs to everyone from babies to senior citizens for the treatment of acid-related disorders such as heartburn, reflux, stomach ulcers, and GERD. Some are available over the counter (Prilosec OTC, […]

Ward Black Law is pleased to announce that attorney Gerard Davidson was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from Habitat for Humanity’s Greensboro Affiliate in February 2016. This award recognizes years of dedication and service to Habitat for Humanity and the city of Greensboro. In addition to honoring him with the award, the organization’s Board has […]

Drugs are designed to treat dangerous conditions — not to introduce new complications. Unfortunately, thousands of people are injured by prescription drugs each year. In attempt to expedite sales, drug companies sometimes push products into the market before proper testing is complete. Other times, potential risks may be downplayed to further boost sales. If you […]

Greensboro attorney Janet Ward Black has earned the distinction of being named to The Best Lawyers in America© listing for ten consecutive years. The 2016 Best Lawyers® list recognizes Black for her expertise in the areas of personal injury litigation and mass tort/class actions litigation. Black is the founder of Ward Black Law, a 36-person […]

We are currently not accepting Benzene exposure cases. Though benzene is one of the top 20 chemicals produced in our country, it is not often heard of or discussed. What most people do not realize is that this common chemical solvent has been linked to blood cancers such as leukemia and other devastating health effects. […]

An estimated 300,000 people undergo hip replacement surgery annually. If you are among this population, you likely know that some major implant systems have been recalled over recent years. In 2012, Stryker Orthopaedics recalled their Rejuvenate Modular and ABG II Modular-Neck Hip Stems after the products suffered a very high failure rate. Due to metal-on-metal […]

The attorneys at Ward Black Law are representing an increasing number of individuals with recalled hip implants, especially the DePuy ASR® hip. Two products from DePuy Orthopaedics, the ASR XL Acetabular Hip Replacement and ASR Hip Resurfacing System, have caused a great deal of pain and suffering. Are you or a loved one among this […]

Do you provide care for those experiencing grief or emotional distress? K-LOVE, the nation-wide contemporary Christian music station is offering free training to equip individuals so they can better serve those in our community that are suffering. The K-LOVE Crisis Response Training program endeavors to impact the community through critical incident stress management training and […]

Are you or a loved one suffering from transvaginal mesh (TVM) or pelvic mesh complications? Unfortunately, some products that were designed to treat common pelvic and urinary conditions are not only failing – but subjecting patients to a range of side effects and injuries, many of which are life changing. Over the past year, a […]

Have you or a loved one suffered harm from a defective medical product? Far too often, medications and products that are designed to improve our quality of life end up doing just the opposite. There are numerous companies in Greensboro, NC and across the country to be held responsible for these incidents. At Ward Black […]