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Accutane settlement drug lawyers recently obtained a $25 million dollar jury verdict against Accutane for causing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) to a New Jersey woman.  The American College of Gastroenterology addressed the causal link between Accutane and IBD in an article published in November 2009.  Roche, the manufacturer of Accutane, first faced claims of injury in 2000.  Now, Accutane litigation is centralized in two states, Florida and New Jersey.  Roche continues to deny the link between IBD and isotretinoin, the active ingredient found in its anti-acne medication Accutane. 

In five trials between May 2007 and February 2010, juries found for Accutane injury victims and awarded verdicts of $2.6 million, $7 million, $10.6 million, $13 million, and $25 million.  Our Accutane injury lawyers are alleging that the warnings issued by Roche were insufficient and that the company knew there was a direct link between IBD and Accutane use.  One juror was recently questioned following an Accutane trial and was quoted as saying "it was all about the wording on the label....It didn't give a clear-cut explanation as to what you can get by taking this drug...that's my issue, was it properly labeled?"

Persons taking Accutane must be very careful and monitor their health closely.  This is a very strong anti-acne medication.  If you experience any symptoms associated with inflammatory bowel disease, contact an Accutane litigation attorney immediately following a consultation with your physician.  Accutane injury lawyers are available 24 hours a day to discuss your case.  Contact an Accutane lawyer by calling (866) 840-3636 and get your questions answered immediately.   

Roche, the makers of the strong acne medication called Accutane, have come under fire recently due to a substantial quantity of Accutane injury claims being made against the company.  Accutane is a prescription medication used to treat severe cases of acne.  Regulators fear that Accutane can cause serious side-effects, including Accutane birth defects, inflammatory bowel disease, suicide, and liver complications.  Accutane injury settlement claims are now being filed against Roche and compensation may be awarded to those who qualify.

Accutane birth defects can result in brain injury and eye, nose, ear, and other skin deformities that can be caused by just ONE dose of Accutane by an expectant mother.  Accutane birth defect lawyers will seek advice from medical experts and other physicians to determine if your child's birth defects were caused by Accutane toxicity.  Accutane can cause excessive Vitamin A deposits in the tissues, which can result in trauma to the liver.  Persons considering an Accutane prescription should do their homework before using this powerful drug. 

Accutane side-effect lawyers will typically file a claim against Roche on a contingency fee basis.  This means that your drug defect injury lawyer will not charge attorneys fees unless he or she wins your case and obtains compensation for your injury claim.  This allows equal opportunity to high quality legal representation, regardless of whether the victim is rich, middle class, or low-income.  Accutane lawyers will vigorously evaluate the merits of your case, and if a link exists between your use of this drug and the injuries sustained, your personal injury lawyer will seek compensation in the form of a settlement or verdict.

Following an initial wave of lawsuits filed on behalf of NuvaRing injury victims, additional claims for compensation are being filed each week.  Unlike other oral contraceptives designed to halt ovulation, NuvaRing delivers a dosage of hormones directly to the blood stream.  NuvaRing lawyers are now claiming that the manufacturer had inadequate warnings on its packaging.  In early 2008, NuvaRing did makes changes to the way it marketed its product and labeled its packaging.  Claims that NuvaRing causes serious blood clots, stroke, and heart attack began to surface, especially in women over the age of 35 that were using this vaginal contraceptive. 

If you are experiencing any of the side effects associated with NuvaRing, it may become critical to seek medical treatment immediately to rule out any serious health problems.  Those side effects can include: chest pain, calf or lower leg pain, splitting headache, or dizziness.  Blood clotting in the eye, lung, or leg can lead to serious injury or death.  NuvaRing's two active hormones, estrogen and progestin, are lower levels than traditional oral contraceptives, but since NuvaRing delivers its hormones directly into the blood, users may be at an increased risk of blood clotting.  NuvaRing blood clotting can result in stroke, heart attack, and death. 

A NuvaRing lawsuit can be filed by a NuvaRing injury lawyer as long as the claim has not blown the applicable statute of limitations.  A nationwide drug defect lawyer will request medical records to verify NuvaRing usage and prognosis.  Once verified, you may be entitled to compensation for your NuvaRing injury claim. 

A Florida judge recently ordered Wyeth Pharmaceuticals to release more than 300,000 documents that it originally claimed were privileged.  The documents include sales and marketing details for the drug Prempro, which is Wyeth's top selling hormone replacement wonder-product.  These documents are thought to detail safety concerns allegedly known by Wyeth regarding the serious side effects that can be caused by Prempro use.  Women taking Prempro have come forward with claims that the drug caused breast cancer and ovarian cancer. 

Recently a Philadelphia jury returned a $6.3 million dollar verdict for a women who presented a Prempro injury claim after developing breast cancer from taking Prempro for just five years.  The jury will soon deliberate to decide the Prempro injury victim's punitive damages claim, which alleges that Wyeth knew of the serious side effects of Prempro but willfully failed to warn patients of the potential risk for breast cancer and other injuries. 

Prempro is also linked to deadly blod clots, gall bladder failure, and stroke.  If you have taken this drug and sustained injured, contact a Prempro injury lawyer at (866) 840-3636 to discuss your Prempro drug defect claim.  These claims have a short statute of limitations so it is critical to discuss your case as soon as possible with a drug defect injury lawyer.      

Millions of Americans depend upon prescription medications for their good health and medical care.  Whether you have diabetes or high blood pressure, chances are high that you taken prescription drugs to treat an ailment.  Most of these drugs come with standard boilerplate warnings for nausea, headache, dry mouth, etc.  However, some drug manufacturers purposely omit warnings of known dangerous side effects that can cause serious injury or death to the consumer.  It all comes down to a cost benefit analysis for these manufacturers.  Would it economically benefit the drug companies to warn consumers that their drug can cause a premature death?  The simple answer is no.

Drug manufacturers are required to seek FDA approval of any product prior to introduction to the mass market.  These companies must provide the FDA with testing data proving two things:  First that the drug is as effective as it claims and second, that it is reasonably safe.  The problem is that drug manufacturers regularly conduct their own safety testing, which creates a potential conflict of interest. 

If you are experiencing harmful side effects or believe that a drug has caused you serious injury, consult with a doctor immediately, BUT NOT your primary care physician.  Seek diagnostic care from an independent doctor who can provide an unbiased opinion as to whether your injuries were caused by a defective drug or defective medical product.  Contact a drug recall injury lawyer immediately at (866) 840-3636 to determine whether you have a viable drug defect injury claim or defective medical product claim. 

More and more women who are taking Yaz and Yasmin are coming forward with claims of serious side effects caused by these prescription birth control drugs.  The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has been closely monitoring these claims and has sent at least three warning letters to Bayer Healthcare in this regards.  Mainstream media outlets such as ABC News Medical Unit are publishing data that links birth control prescription medications, including Yaz and Yasmin, to serious and potentially deadly side effects. 

Women taking Yaz or Yasmin should be on the lookout for the following dangerous side effects and should seek the consultation of a Birth Control Injury Lawyer IMMEDIATELY upon discovery of:  kidney disease, gallbladder complications, heart attack, stroke, blood pressure fluxuations, liver tumors, pancreatitis and blood clots in the arms or legs.  If you have an upcoming surgery and are currently on Yaz or Yasmin make sure to notify your doctor as soon as possible, as complications can arise during such a procedure because of adverse chemical interactions.

Yaz side effect claims and Yasmin side effect claims are on the rise as women are coming forward with reports of serious injuries.  It is important to note that the injuries caused can be debilitating and can ultimately lead to premature death.  Contact a Yaz Claim Injury Lawyer or Yasmin Claim Injury Lawyer today by calling (866) 840-3636.  Drug recall injury attorneys are standing by to field your questions on liability and levels of compensation for your birth control side effect claim.   

AstraZeneca could not be happy with Judge Anne Conway's comments that she will urge Seroquel drug defect injury claims to be moved to different trial courts throughout the country.  AstraZeneca was hoping that the Seroquel injury litigation would be be consolidated for trials in its home state.  Fortunately for Seroquel users, who have experienced serious side effects from this drug, these claims may be set to various venues throught the U.S. 

Seroquel has specifically been linked to Tardive Dyskinesia, an untreatable disorder that causes uncontrollable movements and twitching of the face, tongue, lips, and numerous other body parts.  Tardive Dyskinesia is truly a sad disorder that will essentially disable a victims life forever.  Seroquel is also suspected to cause Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, a severe neurological disorder resulting in muscle problems.

AstraZeneca also faces litigation in which Seroquel users claim that the drug caused diabetes.  Note the company made $4.5 BILLION dollars from Seroquel sales in 2008 alone.  Many Americans ma recognize AstraZeneca for its highly marketed drug Nexium.

Contact a Seroquel Injury Lawyer immediately if you are experiencing any of the unsual side effects associated with this drug.  Call the Seroquel user hotline at (866) 840-3636 to speak with a drug defect injury lawyer instantly. 

15 states have filed a lawsuit against drug manufacturing giant Amgen for giving kickbacks to doctors in the hopes of boosting drug sales and company revenues.  Amgen sales representatives offered doctors financial kickbacks for prescribing Aranesp, a drug designed to treat anemia.  This comes at tough times for Amgen, particularly because Aranesp is under investigation for serious safety concerns.  It is against the law for drug manufacturers and drug sales representatives to offer financial incentives to doctors for prescribing medications.  Some drug manufaturers, such as Covidien, have strict policies in effect for drug sales representatives, which include forbearance from any quid pro quo engagements with physicians. 

In 2008, Amgen reported revenues of $15 billion,  Aranesp contributed to a large chunk of that revenue.  This admidst concerns that Aranesp causes serious and potentially life-threatening side effects.  Shouldn't a drug be prescribed solely based upon its merit and performance?  One would think so.  If you have sustained serious injuries as a result of a defective drug, you may have a viable drug defect injury claim.  Drug manufacturers have a duty to produce safe products.  Don't be victimized twice by a careless drug manufacturing giant, contact a defective drug injury lawyer today at (866) 840-3636 for a free and confidential consultation. 

The New Jersey Judiciary is interested in the numerous Yasmin Injury Claims, Yaz Injury Claims, and Ocella Injury Claims that have been filed in multiple district litigation (MDL) within the state.  It is now suspected that Yaz, Yasmin, and Ocella can all cause serious side effects and life-threatening health problems, including kidney failure, gallbladder disease, heart attack, kidney disease, stroke, tumors, and death.  All three drugs are designed to prevent pregnancy in women and are now in the litigation spotlight.  Women who have taken Yaz, Yamin, or Ocella and who have developed any of these serious side effects may have a defective birth control injury claim.  Contact a Yaz Injury Lawyer / Yasmin Injury Lawyer immediately if you have been victimized by these drug's harmful and life-threatening side effects.

Bayer Healthcare and Teva Pharmaceuticals are named defendants in these drug defect injury claims.  Both drug manufacturers are charged with having specific knowledge that Yaz, Yasmin, and Ocella all have the potential to cause serious injuries when taken for their intended purpose: birth control.  All three drugs contain drospirenone, an active ingredient not found in any other type of oral contraceptive.  The Food and Drug Administration has already sent letters to Bayer Healthcare, warning the company of their use of low-quality drospirenone. 

Do you have a Yaz, Yasmin, or Ocella drug defect claim?  Find out by calling the drug defect injury lawyer hotline at Schultz Legal Group at (866) 840-3636.  The call and consultation are always free.  Don't let two of the largest drug manufactures in the world get away with causing you pain, suffering, and expensive rehabilitative medical care costs.  Discuss your drug defect injury claim with an experienced injury lawyer immediately before the statute of limitations in your case runs out.

Reglan is a powerful drug used for a variety of purposes.  The active generic name for Reglan is metoclopramide, which prescribed in both pill and liquid form.  An influx of Reglan drug defect claims have recently been filed in mulit-state litigation due to a very serious side effect causing Tardive Dyskinesia (TD).  TD is a complex and potentially permanent disorder that is directly linked to excessive Reglan use.  Symptoms of TD include abmnormal facial movements, lip smacking, facial twitching and other involuntary body movements.  Tardive Dyskinesia is an especially sad disorder that effects the victim in every aspect of their life.

What is adding fuel to the fire is that reports have surfaced indicating that Reglan manufacturers knowingly mislead doctors when pushing Reglan prescriptions.  Drug manufacturers purposely concealed studies that disclosed the direct link between Reglan use and TD.  Drug manufacturers have a duty to the public to manufacture safe products.  When the product is potentially dangerous, these companies have a duty to warn of the dangerous side effects associated with its use.  In the Reglan claim, these manufacturers just plain failed to warn of known serious, life-threatening side effects.

Contact a Reglan injury lawyer today to discuss your Reglan injury claim.  There are specific time limitations for filing a Reglan drug defect claim, so if you have experienced symptoms consistent with Tardive Dyskinesia, it is critical to contact an drug defect lawyer immediately.  Call (866) 840-3636 to speak with a Reglan injury lawyer who knows how to make drug companies compensate those who are victimized by dangerous drugs.