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Confidential Settlement - Ephedra Wrongful Death

Terry McCartney and Hunter Shkolnik recently settled this multi-defendant case on the eve of trial. The case, which was covered in the national media extensively, involved claims against the manufacturers and sellers of numerous dietary supplements as well as a personal trainer and the gym where he worked.

We represented the family of a fashion designer and young mother who died from a hemorrhagic stroke while exercising with her personal trainer after taking several different dietary supplements he had recommended (including ephedra and yohimbe). Despite an underlying hypertensive condition, the lack of an autopsy or direct proof of ingestion, we successfully opposed seven different motions for summary judgment and the case was set for trial when a global settlement was reached. Anne Marie Capati v. Crunch, et al.

If someone you love has been the victim of Wrongful Death, contact Rheingold, Valet, Rheingold, Shkolnik, & McCartney today! We are here to answer all of your questions at this difficult time. Contact us online or call the office toll-free at 888-335-9457.