New York City has taken a major step forward for survivors of gender-based violence. With the passage of New York City Bill 1297‑A, the City has expanded and strengthened the Gender-Motivated Violence Act (GMVA), opening a powerful new path to civil justice for people...
The recent case of two Florida sisters, ages 12 and 15, who were picked up by a 19‑year‑old man they met on Roblox and Snapchat is every parent’s nightmare—and a stark warning about the real‑world dangers tied to online gaming platforms. Law enforcement believes the...
The disappearance of 15‑year‑old Thomas Medlin after traveling into New York City has shaken parents across the country and reignited urgent questions about online gaming safety, Roblox, and how easily kids can slip past digital safeguards to put themselves at risk....
Obeticholic Acid (Ocaliva®) and Hepatic Decompensation in Patients with Primary Biliary Cholangitis: Clinical Evidence, Regulatory Concerns, and Legal Implications Executive Summary AWKO is the lead United States law firm representing patients and families harmed by...
Ocaliva (obeticholic acid) was developed to help people with Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) protect their liver, but its side effects range from uncomfortable to life‑threatening, including liver failure in some patients. Understanding these risks empowers patients...
Back injuries are among the most common and debilitating results of car accidents in Louisiana, especially along busy corridors like I-10 through New Orleans. Even a “minor” rear-end or construction-zone crash can leave someone with chronic pain, missed work, and a...
Ocaliva (obeticholic acid) has helped many people manage Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC), but it also carries serious risks of liver damage that every patient and caregiver should understand. This AWKO guide breaks down five critical warning signs, what the FDA’s...
Uber and Lyft have become part of everyday life in New Orleans, especially around Bourbon Street, Canal Street, the French Quarter, and major event venues. When an Uber accident happens, though, injured passengers are often shocked at how fast the rideshare companies...
The 2025 market withdrawal of Ocaliva (obeticholic acid) is one of the most significant developments PBC patients have faced in years, reshaping both treatment options and legal rights. This update from AWKO explains the full timeline, why the withdrawal matters for...
Navigating the aftermath of a dangerous drug experience can be overwhelming, especially when it involves a once-promising medication like Ocaliva, prescribed to help people with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC). As hundreds, if not thousands, of Ocaliva lawsuits...
Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) is a chronic liver condition affecting thousands of patients across the United States. While new treatments offer hope, the tragic reality is that drugs like Ocaliva have brought severe risks and led many patients to seek legal...
Ocaliva (obeticholic acid) has played a major role in the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC), but concerns about its safety have led to an FDA-mandated “black box warning”—the most severe warning possible for any prescription drug. This blog breaks down...
