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A recent Nuvaring Lawsuit Ruling may favor Plaintiffs

March 15, 2013 by
Nuvaring Lawsuit Ruling

Nuvaring Lawsuit Ruling

A Recent Nuvaring lawsuit ruling may favor plaintiffs. A recent ruling by a U.S. Federal District Judge Rodney Sippel may work on the side of plaintiffs who have filed Nuvaring Lawsuits against the manufacturer, Organon USA, for failure to warn about blood clot risks and other medical complications.  The ruling stated that documents formerly concealed must be made public.  Nuvaring lawyers for the plaintiffs are optimistic about this Nuvaring lawsuit ruling.

In New Jersey, Court Judge Brian R. Martinotti also handed down an order giving the public access to certain documents that the manufacturer tried to keep off the record.  Reportedly, one such document was by a pharmacologist, Shelley Ann Tischkau, Ph.D. stating Organon tested Nuvaring on sixteen women to check the level of estrogen in their blood.  Two had levels so high they were dropped from the study and this information was never revealed.  Also, she goes on to suggest that the level of estrogen released by Nuvaring can include “estrogen bursts” and not a continual low dose as first described.

 

Nuvaring  Side Effects

 

What is Nuvaring?  It is a contraceptive device purported to have the same effectiveness as the birth control pill with lower and more consistent systemic estrogen exposure.  An ad for Nuvaring put emphasis on the fact the vaginal ring contains a lower hormone dose than most oral birth control.  However, the dose of hormone in Nuvaring is absorbed directly into the blood where the pills dissolve in the digestive tract.

Reportedly, the manufacturer never did any studies regarding whether Nuvaring’s method is any riskier than using oral contraceptives.  Currently, Nuvaring Lawyers are reviewing potential lawsuits on behalf of users who suffered Nuvaring Side Effects such as thrombotic events.  The manufacturer and related companies are being sued for not accurately explaining the risk of Nuvaring such as the higher level of hormone transference.

In considering whether to use this form of birth control, women should be aware of the Nuvaring Side Effects such as blood clots.  They are very serious and can be fatal.  Deep vein thrombosis is a blood clot predominantly found in the legs.  If one of these clots breaks free and travels to the lungs, a very serious life threatening event called a pulmonary embolism can occur.  If you or someone you love has been injured, contact a Nuvaring Lawyer for a free evaluation of your case.  You could be eligible for a Nuvaring Settlement to cover medical expenses, loss of wages and more.

 

 

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Yaz Lawsuit Settlements to Continue in 2013

March 1, 2013 by
Yaz Lawsuit Settlements 2013

Yaz Lawsuit Settlements 2013

Bayer tells their stockholders to expect more Yaz lawsuit settlements  in 2013. Bayer now committed to spending millions settling Yaz lawsuits focuses on keeping stockholders happy with a strong bottom-line. The possibility of paying millions of dollars to potential victims in Yaz lawsuit claims does not however slow Bayer’s push to promote the product. Despite reports of deaths, women worldwide continue to buy Yaz and Yasmin making it one of the bestselling pharmaceuticals for the German manufacturer.

Is Bayer remorseful or just plain resourceful?  Clinical data presented during Yaz lawsuit discovery as well as post marketing studies of the drospirenone containing oral contraceptives Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella suggest the potential of an increased risk of blood clot injury is present for women taking the drug. Bayer, in a brilliant move to contain any potential damage to their bottom-line announces Yaz settlements but offers no mea culpa.

Bayer’s Annual Report for their fiscal year 2012 is beautifully prepared. The art work as well as the content suggest global power and success but if read closely, includes  interesting information for anyone with concerns about healthcare for women not only here at home but globally.

Any woman that has faced the need to prevent an unwanted pregnancy will tell you it may not be a choice. She may hate the idea of swallowing a birth control pill. However, preventing pregnancy may be an economic necessity for her family. It is also a billion dollar industry for drug manufacturers. In the face of necessity versus greed; who wins in the end? Ask any Yaz lawyer that has a client whose wife or mother died from a blood clot injury if obtaining a Yaz lawsuit made up for the lost life.

Emerging markets or exploitation?  Bayer’s annual report for 2012 says “But sales from our Pharmaceuticals segment rose nonetheless, thanks to new products and continuing growth momentum in emerging markets.” The reports also says “Our largest segment in terms of sales – Pharmaceuticals– aims to become a leader in cardiovascular health and continue to expand the leading position it already holds in women’s healthcare.”

The term “emerging markets” was coined in 1981 and has come to mean different things to different people in business or economic terms. In general, everyone agrees that an emerging market is any country developing the ability to sustain and grow their economy. Typically, the per capita income is very low by US and Western European standards. Approval to market a drug more easily obtained so is less costly for the manufacture. Regulations for marketing and sales are less restrictive than in the US.

 

Women’s healthcare tends to remain under-developed in emerging markets. Personal injury may be taken less seriously. If that is true then of even more interest and concern is the question of “What happens if a woman in emerging markets such as India or China sustains a blood clot injury while taking Yaz, what will she do?”  Will she be able to obtain a Yaz lawyer or file a Yaz lawsuit? Will she be entitled to a Yaz settlement and if so, how much (or little) will it cost Bayer?   Will there ever be a Yaz recall? What is exploitation? You decide.

 

References

http://www.annualreport2012.bayer.com/en/bayer-annual-report-2012.pdfx

 

 

 

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Mikal Watts of Watts Guerra Craft Makes Justice Accessible

February 28, 2013 by
Mikal Watts

Mikal Watts

The Law Firm of Watts Guerra Craft, led by Mikal Watts , has a long history of standing up for the rights of individuals injured by defective products. Mikal Watts and the Watts Guerra Law Firm are known for taking on massive corporations on behalf of people who could not afford the caliber of legal representation needed to battle giant, influential corporations that have armies of lawyers at the ready.

Most recently the Mikal Watts firm has taken up the cause of individuals injured by the anticoagulant drug Pradaxa. In this case Mikal Watts and his firm are taking on  Boehringer Ingelheim, one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. The case began after a large number of deaths occurred due to uncontrolled bleeding linked to Pradaxa. Although other anticoagulant drugs such as Warfarin and Coumadin all have the side effect of potentially causing bleeding issues, these other drugs have a reversal agent to help control the bleeding.  Pradaxa was released on the market by the manufacturer with the knowledge that the reversal agent that helps stop bleeding events in users of other Anti-Coagulants, would not work for Pradaxa related bleeding events.

Other notable cases that Mikal Watts has played a major role in include Ford Roll Over cases and other automotive defect cases. Mikal Watts and the Watts Guerra Craft firm have helped victims of defective automobiles recover damages for injuries sustained in accidents caused by the manufacturer defects in automobiles.

Lawyers like Mikal Watts and firms like Watts Guerra Craft play a vital role in protecting the rights of citizens who cannot afford the legal fees that would normally be required to file a lawsuit against a major corporation. Mikal Watts and the Watts Guerra Craft Firm represent injured clients on a “fee contingency basis”. This means that the injury client does not pay any fees out of pocket for the firm to take their case. The Law Firm bears the expense and takes the financial risk of preparing and filing the injury victim’s case. The Law Firm only gets paid if they recover monetary compensation for the client. Otherwise, the firm receives nothing for their legal services.

If it were not for Lawyers like Mikal Watts and firms like Watts Guerra Craft, many people who are injured to the negligence of large corporations would not be able to seek justice. Although our Justice System is supposed to be accessible and equal, in reality most people can only have the amount of justice they can afford. Firms like Watts Guerra Craft help to level the playing field for those of us who do not have the resources to take on a giant corporation.

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New Info Coming from Vaginal Mesh Lawsuit Trial

February 15, 2013 by
Vaginal Mesh Lawsuit Case

Vaginal Mesh Lawsuit Case

02/15/2013  The ongoing Vagina Mesh Lawsuit trial in a New Jersey federal court has revealed that surgeons that performed 18 total surgeries on the plaintiff  may have received money from the defendant. Some of the surgeons that performed surgery  Linda Gross have may have received money from Ethicon as “consultants” in Ethicon’s Super User Network. There seems to be a trend among medical device manufacturers in which money is funneled to doctors that elect to use their products via these “consultant” networks. What actual services these doctors perform on behalf of medical device makers is often unclear.

Transvaginal Mesh Lawsuit Defendant Engages in Risky Strategy

The defense lawyers in the Linda Gross vaginal mesh lawsuit trial seem to be engaging in a risky strategy of attempting to blame the defendant for the problems and injuries she has suffered as a result of her vaginal mesh implant. This is not an original defense strategy and it is definitely a risky one.

Linda Gross, a former Nurse, underwent a total of 18 surgeries to correct problems with her vaginal  mesh implant and has sustained significant and permanent injuries. If the Jury is sympathetic to Ms. Gross, the defense strategy of trying to blame her for the injuries she has sustained could increase the jury’s sympathy for Ms. Gross and have a major impact on the jury’s decisions. The jury is charged not only with determining which side wins the case but also how much financial compensation Ms. Gross will receive in the event that she prevails.

Vaginal Mesh Implant Surgeons Testify

Vaginal Mesh Surgeons that performed surgeries on Ms. Gross as well as a Surgeon hired by the defendant to testify as an expert have testified in the trial. Dr. Raders, one of the surgeons that performed one of the 18 surgeries on Ms. Gross provided some of the most unusual testimony. Dr. Raders, essentially stated that he did not think Ms. Gross needed the surgery and that he performed the surgery at her instance. When lawyers representing Ms. Gross ask the doctor if he performed surgeries on patients when he did not believe the benefits outweighed the risks, he became hostile and refused to directly answer the question.

Part of the Etichon Vaginal Mesh Implant was found to have become detached and migrated to Ms. Gross Urethra.  For any doctor to testify that surgery was not necessary to repair the problems caused by the vaginal mesh implant in this case, seems highly questionable.

For more information on Trasvaginal Mesh Lawsuit cases visit our page on this case at http://www.seedol.com/vaginal-mesh.

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Meso Alert Proposed Laws Could Effect Mesothelioma Lawsuit Cases

February 13, 2013 by

 

Meso Alert

Meso Alert

02/13/2012 We are issuing  this Meso Alert to make Mesothelioma Cancer Victims Aware that several States are considering legislation that could make it more difficult to file claims against Mesothelioma Bankruptcy Trusts.

If you were diagnosed with an Asbestos related cancer such as Mesothelioma, Asbestos or Lung Cancer linked to Abestos Exposure, please contact us today.

Does this Meso Alert Apply to You?

This Meso Alert does not apply to all Mesothelioma Cancer Victims. If the employer that exposed you to Asbestos is still in business, then you would most likely not be affected by the legislation that States are considering.

Regardless of whether your Mesothelioma cases will be filed against a Bankruptcy trust or an employer that is still in business, there is a Statute of Limitations for filing any lawsuit. If the Statute of Limitations expires then in may not be possible to prevail in a Mesothelioma Lawsuit. In cases where the Statute of Limitations has expired, the case maybe dismissed completely. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Mesothelioma or another Asbestos related disease, it is not in your interest to delay speaking with a Mesothelioma Lawyer.

Ongoing Meso Alert

We will be publishing ongoing Meso Alerts and news related to Asbestos and Mesothelioma, please visit our site or subscribe to our RSS feeds to stay up to date with the most recent Meso Alerts. It is our goal to keep Mesothelioma Cancer Victims informed regarding any news that may affect their rights.

Asbestos related diseases take the lives of many Americans each year. The United States has yet to ban the use of Asbestos therefore, it is expected that new cases of Mesothelioma Cancer will be continue to be diagnosed for the foreseeable future.

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Eon Neurostim Lawsuit due to device failure in Eon Mini Neurostilmulation System

February 8, 2013 by
Neurostim Lawsuit

Neurostim Lawsuit

02/08/2013  The Eon Neurostimulation (IPG) System which is medical device that is surgically implanted for pain relief has failed in a large number of patients. The failure of the device can lead to the need for additional surgery to correct the problems with the device of remove it.

Eon IPG Neurostim Lawsuit Info

Advanced Neuromodulation Systems Inc. was notified by the FDA on July 18, 2012 that they had received 112 complaints about problems with the device.  The EON IPG device center around a failure of the device to maintain the ability to communicate or recharge. The Problems with the system cause the device to fail to continue to deliver pain relief. Individuals who had a Eon Nerostimulation Device Implanted that later failed may be eligible for compensation by filing a Eon Lawsuit. To file an IPG Lawsuit, or Neurostiumlator Lawsuit.

Due to the technical name of the device, EON Nuerostimulation Lawsuits may be referred to as IPG Lawsuit, Neurostimulation Lawsuit, Eon Lawsuit, IPG Lawsuit , Neurostim Lawsuit or the Pulse Generator Lawsuit. Many people who have had the device installed may not be aware of the name of the device and therefore seeking information on the device in order to contact a lawyer taking clients for this case could present difficulties.

Pulse Generator Lawsuit Lawyer

In order to assist the public in obtaining information and contacting a lawyer to discuss their Neurostim Lawsuit, we have provided a toll free number and a contact form on this page. If you had a ION Neurostimulation device implanted, please contact us to arrange a free legal consultation about your potential case.

The EON Pulse Generator was implanted in individuals that suffered from extreme pain as a result of failed back surgery syndrome as well as severe low back pain and leg pain that could not be treated by other means. The failure of the EON Mini Neurostimulation Pulse generator could result in severe and significant pain for individuals if the device fails. If the device has to be surgically removed or replaced, the additional surgery is an issue that the manufacturer may be liable for in addition to the pain experienced due to a failed device.

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Pradaxa Lawsuit on the Agenda for American Association of Justice Conference

February 8, 2013 by

02/08/2013  The Pradaxa Lawsuit is a topic at AAJ Conference: The Pradaxa Lawsuit is one of the major topics that is being discussed by lawyers attending an American Association of Justice meeting this week in Miami.  The AAJ has previously held seminars covering the issues in the Pradaxa case however, the current even going on in Miami is one of the largest events that the AAJ holds each year.

Pradaxa Lawsuit Filed by Many Plaintiffs

Pradaxa Lawsuit How to File

Pradaxa Lawsuit How to File

Although Numerous Pradaxa Lawsuits have already been filed by Pradaxa Lawyers on behalf of those injured by the side effects of Pradaxa, lawyers representing Plaintiffs continue to work together to insure that all lawyers representing Pradaxa Lawsuit plaintiffs are in the best position possible to get compensation for their clients.

Pradaxa Lawsuit News Related to Deaths

Although the manufacturer of Pradaxa has already admitted last year to being aware of numerous deaths linked to Pradaxa, they continue to contend that they are not liable for the Pradaxa Deaths and injuries that have occurred.  Although the manufacturer of Pradaxa was well aware of the fact that Pradaxa Side Effects included serious bleeding events that could lead to death, they released the product anyway.

Pradaxa Side Effects related to bleeding are not unusual for blood thinning drugs. What has made Pradaxa the subject of Lawsuits is the fact that the maker of Pradaxa sought and gained Pradaxa FDA approval knowing that no reversal agent existed for bleeding events linked to Pradaxa. Other blood thinner such as Warfarin and Coumadin that are used to treat the same medical issues have Pradaxa have a reversal agent that can be used to help stop bleeding events in  patients than taking those drugs.

Pradaxa Lawsuit Lawyer Groups Expect More Cases to Be Filed

Lawyers representing individuals that have been injured by Pradaxa expect that many more Pradaxa Lawsuits will be filed.  It is expected that a large number of Pradaxa Lawsuit Lawyers currently attending the American Association for Justice Conference will be sharing information and discussing the ongoing Pradaxa Lawsuit.

More info on the Pradaxa Lawsuit can be found at  http://www.seedol.com/pradaxa/lawsuit/

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Exploding Fire Pot Lawsuit, Gel Fire Pots Explode Causing Injury and Death

February 8, 2013 by
Exploding Fire Pot Lawsuit

Exploding Fire Pot Lawsuit

02/08/2013 Exploding Fire Pot Lawsuit cases have been filed on behalf of individuals that have been seriously injured when Gel Fuel Fire Pots have unexpectedly exploded. These Gel Fuel Fire Pots are manufactured and sold by Napa, through their home and Garden Division, Bird Brain, Fuel Barrons, Patio Glow as well as other makers of Gel Fuel Fire Pots

Exploding Fire Pot Lawsuits over Injury and Death

The gel fuel fire pots that have exploded are commonly known as Fureburners or Firelights as well as by other names. These devices are meant to be used once and then thrown away however, fire pot lawsuits allege that the manufacturers of these products failed to adequately warn the public about the dangers of adding fuel to the ceramic fire pots.

When these fire pots explode, they can cause severe burns and even death. Comparisons have been made to Napalm and other weapons used to create explosions that result in fires that are difficult to extinguish.

Exploding Gel Fuel Lawsuit Settlements

We have received confidential reports that some Gel Fuel Fire Pot Lawsuits have already been settled. Although the settlement amounts are confidential, we have cause to believe some settlements have exceeded one million dollars.

Although some Gel Fuel Products did have attached labeling or other information provided with the products advising that additional Gel should not be added to the fire pots, Gel Fuel Lawyers contend that these warnings did not adequately explain the severity of the possible consequences of adding fuel to one of these devices.

Injured Parties May Not Be Aware of their Rights

Many individuals who have been burned or had a family member die as a result of an exploding fire pot may not be aware of their rights to seek compensation. Manufacturers are responsible for warning the public of the risks associated with their product. These warnings must be complete and adequately explain the risks associated with their products. These warnings should explicitly explain the degree of risk and possible injury.  Fire Pot Lawsuits allege that the manufacturers of these devices failed to provide warnings that were adequate and the this failure resulted in injury and death to those who have been victims of gel fire pots that have exploded.

 

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Mirena Lawsuit Class Action or MDL favored by Mirena Lawyers Representing Plaintiffs

February 1, 2013 by
Mirena Lawsuit Class Action

Mirena Lawsuit Class Action

02/01/2013  Although the request by the defendant in the Mirena Lawsuit to create a Mirena Lawsuit Multidistrict litigation was opposed by lawyers representing plaintiffs, this does not mean that Plaintiffs Mirena Lawyers are opposed to a Mirena Lawsuit Multidistrict Litigation or Class Action.

The reason Plaintiffs Lawyers opposed the request by the defendants to form the Mirena Lawsuit Multidistrict Litigation (MDL)  was because the defendant, Bayer Pharmaceuticals,  requested that the  Mirena Lawsuit MDL be assigned to a Federal Court in a district where they have major operations and employ many people.  Plaintiffs Lawyers were successful in their opposition of the formation of a Mirena Lawsuit MDL in New Jersey.

Mirena Class Action Lawsuit or MDL Still Likely

Even though the request by the defendants in the Mirena Lawsuit to form an MDL was denied, the formation of a Mirena Class Action Lawsuit or Mirena Lawsuit MDL is still likely to occur. Plaintiff Lawyers are largely in favor of the formation of a Class Action Lawsuit for Mirena or a Mirena MDL, however they do not want the consolidation of Mirena Cases to occur in a jurisdiction that is favorable to the defendants.

Mirena IUD Lawsuits can still be filed

The FDA received over 40,000 reports of adverse events related to the Mirena IUD Birth Control Device. This is a staggering number of reports considering the fact that most people do not even know that the FDA adverse event reporting system exists.  Considering the massive  number of adverse events that were reported to the FDA due to injuries from Mirena, the likelihood that far more Mirena Side Effects injury victims exist that were not reported.

Mirena Birth Control Lawsuits can still be filed.  Regardless of whether a Mirena Class Action Lawsuit, or a Mirena MDL is formed or not, individual women injured by the Mirena  IUD Birth Control device can still file Mirena Lawsuits. If a mass action suce as a Mirena Class Action Lawsuit or a Mirena MDL is formed, women who have filed lawsuit can elect to add their cases to the mass action or maintain them as separate cases in the jurisdiction in which they were filed.

You may contact the phone number on this site or use the contact form to get more information or to speak with an attorney about filing a Mirena Lawuit.

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Medtonics Infuse Bone Graft Lawsuit Update

January 25, 2013 by
Infuse Bone Graft Lawsuit

Infuse Bone Graft Lawsuit

01/25/2013 Infuse Bone Graft Lawsuit Developments:  As the Infuse Lawsuit against Medtronics  progresses, new information continues to surface about the giant medical device makers questionable behavior with regard to their testing and marketing of the infuse bone graft device.

Infuse Lawsuit Facts

Approved in 2002 by the FDA for limited use, Infuse Bone Graft now has FDA approval for three specific, limited uses.  The number of investigations into the safety of the product and ethical conduct of the manufacturer far exceed the number of approvals granted.

Medtronic Inc. has defensively dealt with repeated investigations, peer criticism and declining sales by continuing to heavily promote the product.  Says Medtronic “INFUSE® Bone Graft is recombinant human Bone Morphogenic Protein-2 (rhBMP-2) applied to an absorbable collagen sponge carrier.  The purpose of the protein, which occurs naturally in the body, is to stimulate bone formation.  The first FDA approval was received in 2002 and the product has been approved by the FDA for three indications”

Safety Issueds raised in the Bone Graft Lawsuit

Regarding safety issues raised by experts in the industry, the CEO was quoted as saying “Based on that data, we strongly believe that the safety profile reported to the FDA and summarized in the product label support the safe use of rhBMP-2 for the identified indications.  We remain committed to ongoing study of the safety and efficacy of rhBMP-2, especially in applications not covered by FDA labeling” Infuse Bone Graft lawsuits tell another story.

Their public statements and marketing propaganda about the product seem innocuous enough but is the product safe? The newly appointed CEO Omar Ishrak likes to point out accolades received saying “In 2008 Medtronic’s INFUSE® Bone Graft received the Prix Galien USA 2008 Award for Best Biotechnology Product, considered the industry’s highest accolade for pharmaceutical research and development.”  He somewhat conspicuously fails to make mention of how many people may have been injured, how many Infuse Bone Graft lawsuits consumers have filed or how many people have died from complications linked to Infuse Bone Graft. Mr. Ishrak also failed to mention that in 2008, the FDA had received 38 reports of adverse events regarding Infuse Bone Graft prompting them to issue a warning about dangers associated with the off-label use of Infuse Bone Graft in the cervical spine.

Medtronics Infuse Bone Graft Lawsuit Reaction

Appointed to the position of CEO at Medtronic, Inc in 2011, Syed Omar Ishrak was charged with improving the company’s bottom-line. A long time power player in the medical space, he immediately began using the same methods he relied on as CEO of GE Healthcare to turnaround Medtronic Inc’s tainted reputation and sluggish sales. He has been praised for transforming and quadrupling sales of GE Healthcare’s Ultrasound division. Medtronic Inc. hopes for a repeat performance.

Is the US market simply a numbers game to the manufacturer and their new, highly acclaimed CEO? Reportedly, Mr. Ishrak has contributed to the rise in US unemployment by terminating jobs here with Medtronic ordering over 200 layoffs while opening a massive research and development division in China. Medtronic can hope to improve sales and even reduce employee costs by making a commitment to move into the Chinese market but they will have to continue to deal growing concerns about product safety and Infuse Bone Graft lawsuits filed here in the US.

More information can be obtained about the Medtronics Infuse Bone Graft Lawsuit at:

http://www.jbenj.com/infuse/lawsuit/

 

 

 

 

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