Defective Drug Lawsuits, Dangerous Drug and Pharmaceutical Drug Litigation

Pharmaceutical drug litigation cases are governed by federal laws, and the outcome-based sustentative properties of such cases, including statutes of limitations and the product liability laws themselves, are governed by the state in which you live. 

Defective Drug Lawsuit and Drug Side Effect News

Accutane Linked to Crohn's Disease, IBD and Ulcerative Colitis

Accutane Lawsuit

Accutane is an acne treatment drug manufactured, marketed and sold by Hoffman-La Roche that has been proven through multiple lawsuits to have serious side effects including Crohn's Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Ulcerative Colitis and Lupas which are all serious long term permanent personal injuries.

If you or a loved one has been injured, you may be able to file an Accutane claim and be entitled to compensation for your injuries.

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Read more about the Accutane Lawsuits, Crohn's Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, and Ulcerative Colitis. FDA Warns Against Yaz, Yasmin, Ocella Use

Yaz Lawsuit

Yasmin is a birth control product that’s known by many names, including Yasmin, Yaz and Ocella, which is basically the generic version of the brand-name equivalent.  As the birth control market continues to expand, Yasmin has become more prevalent with women who want to avoid pregnancy.  Below is an overview of Yasmin and its related drugs, the side effects linked to their use and how to proceed if you’ve been injured as a result of using these products.

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Read more about the Yaz, Yasmin, Ocella Injury Warning Crestor - Kidney Damage and Rhabdomyolysis

Crestor Lawsuits

Crestor is a cholesterol drug manufactured by AstraZeneca. Crestor use may be accompanied by dangerous side effects that include kidney failure, kidney damage and Rhabdomyolysis.

If you or a loved one has been injured do the cholesterol drug Crestor, send us a quick email or call us today for a FREE case review.

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Read more about the Crestor Injury Warning Dangerous Prescription Drug Consumer Information UPDATE: SEPTEMBER 10, 2007: Study on Drug Safety shows Deaths related to Consumer Drugs on the Rise.

A recent study published September 10, 2007 by the Institute for Safe Medication Practices, in Huntingdon Valley, Pa. has illustrated that the number of serious adverse drug events more than doubled between 1998 and 2005 in the United States.

Read more about deaths related to Consumer Drugs by clicking on the link.

Drug Injury Lawsuit Cases:

Drug injury lawsuit cases are brought by injuries caused as the result of a product known to be potentially dangerous which was sold without a proper warning to the consumer. This includes prescription and over-the-counter drugs sold without a warning of the hazards of use with certain other drugs, excessive long-term consumption, possible side effects of use, or withdrawal symptoms that could occur when trying to reduce the dosage or quit the use of a drug altogether.

Defective Drug Class Action Lawsuit.

If you are a part of a large group of people that has been similarly injured by the same defective drug product, you may qualify to start or join a class-action lawsuit. The designer, manufacturer, and others involved in the chain of commerce, including the distribution of the products that caused the injury or illness, can be held liable for injuries and illnesses caused by the defective drug product. There are many benefits to joining a class-action lawsuit, and a qualified drug litigation lawyer can provide the necessary legal advice on whether it would be best to start or join a class-action or pursue your claim as an individual lawsuit--if it's been determined that you do in fact have a legal claim.

Defective Drug Injury Case.

A defective drug product is one that causes a physical injury or illness (including psychological and/or mental illness) to a person as the result of a defect in the medication or its labeling.

These products can include prescription pharmaceutical drugs and everyday over-the-counter medications. Sometimes it can take years to discover that a medication could be dangerous or otherwise defective, and this typically occurs after several people have already suffered debilitating injuries or wrongful death due to their use of such products.

If you or a loved one has been injured or has fallen ill due to what you believe is a defective drug product, do not delay in seeking immediate medical attention, as prompt diagnosis and treatment may help to avoid irreparable damage.  It is also important to take immediate legal action, as restrictive statutes of limitations can prevent you from collecting the compensation you are entitled.  Successful defective drug litigation sends a clear message to the pharmaceutical industry about accountability and consumer safety.  For more information, contact a skilled defective drug litigation attorney who is experienced in this area of law.

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