Courts deny class action for Gulf Coast trailer case
A federal judge refused to grant class action status to lawsuits over formaldehyde in government issued Gulf Coast trailers after Katrina and Rita. The ruling says claims are too individualized across dozens of models and manufacturers. Trial will proceed with individual cases from Louisiana Texas Mississippi and Alabama.
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FDA approves first new prostate cancer drug in four years
The FDA cleared degarelix from Ferring Pharmaceuticals as an injectable treatment that lowers testosterone to slow tumor growth. Unlike older drugs, degarelix does not raise testosterone levels and achieves levels similar to post testis removal. FDA cancer drug chief Richard Pardieu cited ongoing need for options as Zoladex and Lupron Depot are mentioned as peers.
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Treasury lists support to 43 banks in bailout program
The Treasury said it provided 1.9 billion to 43 banks under the 700 billion rescue plan. M&T Bank led with 600 million in exchange for preferred stock and warrants, while Fulton Financial received 376.5 million. Details show 34 private banks now funded, with 162 billion invested across 207 banks and 250 billion reserved for direct bank investments.
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Mavericks owner Cuban buys stake in Carmike Cinemas
Mark Cuban, Dallas Mavericks owner and Landmark Theatres co owner, bought 1.2 million Carmike Cinemas shares worth about 2.8 million dollars, giving a 9.4 percent stake. The move comes amid ongoing SEC insider trading scrutiny over Mam ma.com in 2004 and potential penalties.
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