Category: product liability

I’m sorry to hear that you had a bad experience with a prescription drug. In the U.S. the drug supply is overall very safe when used as intended. However, defective or poorly tested prescription drugs are responsible for countless numbers of deaths and serious personal injuries in the U.S. every year.

Yes, there are time limits on how long you have to file a claim if you have been injured by a defective drug. Almost every type of legal case has a statute of limitations, which is a time period in which a lawsuit must be filed. In some medical lawsuits, such as cases involving prescription drugs, the statute of limitations may be complex. A patient may not realize what caused their medical issues until years after they took the drug. In some cases, the medical issues themselves may not arise until years after the drug was taken. An attorney can help you determine whether or not the statute of limitations in your case has expired.

If you believe that you may have been harmed by a prescription drug, you should speak with an attorney. In many situations, there are lawsuits already ongoing related to that drug that you may be able to join. You may also wish to sue the drug company individually, depending on the situation. The dangerous prescription drug may not have been recalled yet, so your attorney may need to do some research to determine if you have a valid claim.

Lawsuits against pharmaceutical manufacturers over defective prescription drugs are very complex. In most situations, you need an attorney with experience in handling complex product liability litigation cases in order to be successful. Call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles prescription drug recall attorney at 310-385-0567 to learn more about how my firm can help.

If you have been injured as a result of taking the drug GranuFlo, you should speak with an attorney who has experience in handling prescription drug injury cases. You may be entitled to compensation from the drug’s manufacturer for your injuries, including your medical expenses, time missed from work, and pain and suffering.

In March 2012 a drug company called Fresenius Medical Care recalled a dialysis drug called GranuFlo. Fresenius is the leading provider of dialysis treatments and products in the U.S. The concern with GranuFlo is that it can be incorrectly administered, which can result in very serious effects on the cardiovascular system. It can cause a high level of bicarbonate in the blood, which can result in cardiac arrests, strokes, and even death.

Unfortunately, Fresenius did not issue the recall for GranuFlo until 2012, although there is evidence that the company was aware of the problem for possibly a year or more before the recall. Internal memos showed that the company was aware of almost 1,000 patients who had cardiac arrests in one year while being treated with GranuFlo.

The FDA issued a Class 1 recall on the drug, which is the most serious type of recall, since it deals with products that can cause serious health risks or death. As a result of the issues with GranuFlo, thousands of patients suffered from strokes, heart attacks, cardiac arrest, low blood pressure, and even death. Thousands of lawsuits have been filed against the company for injuries and wrongful deaths.

If you or a loved one has suffered from health issues while taking GranuFlo, you should speak with an attorney. You may have a right to compensation from the company. Call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles prescription drug recall attorney, at 310-385-0567. I can help. Call today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation.

I am very sorry to hear about your medical issues. Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is a very rare but also very serious skin disorder. It normally results from an allergic reaction or an infection. It can cause skin cells to die and can ultimately cause the epidermis to separate from the dermis.

SJS often begins with flu-like symptoms, which can be followed by a painful red or purplish rash that can blister. Victims often experience skin pain, and the skin is normally shed days after blisters form. Before the rash develops, victims often experience fever, fatigue, cough, burning eyes, and a sore mouth and throat.

Normally, SJS requires hospitalization. To treat the disease, the underlying cause must be treated, and the symptoms must also be controlled. As your skin regrows, your medical team can make an effort to minimize complications for you. If SJS was caused by a drug, you will need to permanently avoid that drug and others like it. Some drugs that can cause SJS include pain relievers, anti-gout medications, medications to fight infections, and medications to treat seizures and mental illnesses. SJS can also be caused by infections such as pneumonia, HIV, Hepatitis A, and herpes.

Victims of SJS normally suffer not only physical pain, but also emotional pain. SJS can cause very serious complications and even death. Recovery can take weeks or even months, depending on how serious the condition is.

If you have suffered from SJS, you should visit a medical professional right away. You will also want to talk to an attorney. If you contracted SJS from taking a medication, you may have a legal right to compensation. If you are in the Los Angeles area, call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles personal injury attorney at 310-385-0567. My team can help. Call today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation on your case.

If you have developed pancreas issues after taking a diabetes drug such as Januvia or Byetta, you may be able to sue the drug manufacturer for your illness. Januvia and Byetta are called incretin mimetics, which means that they mimic incretin hormones. Research has shown that Januvia and Byetta may be responsible for an increased risk of pancreatic cancer and pancreatitis in patients.

Incretin mimetics help diabetics with Type 2 diabetes regulate their blood sugar. They do this by increasing incretin hormones that the body normally produces once a meal is eaten to stimulate the production of insulin. However, research has shown that Januvia and Byetta may increase the risk of pancreas issues in patients by up to six times.

The FDA approved Byetta in 2005, but by 2007 had already issued an alert about the drug because of the high numbers of patients taking the drug who developed pancreatitis. The FDA issued an alert about Januvia in 2009. The FDA issued another alert in 2013 about the drugs and an increased risk of pancreatic cancer and thyroid cancer.

Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer. It is very aggressive and even if it is caught early, the prognosis for the patient is usually bad. Pancreatitis is a painful condition that involves inflammation of the pancreas and can reduce life expectancy by 10 or 15 years.

Because pancreas issues such as pancreatic cancer and pancreatitis are so serious, many patients who have taken Januvia or Byetta, or are currently taking them are very concerned. There have been lawsuits filed already for victims who have taken the drugs and developed pancreas or thyroid issues.

If you have taken Januvia or Byetta and are experiencing issues with your pancreas or thyroid, you should speak with an attorney. You may be entitled to compensation. Call me, Conal Doyle, California personal injury attorney at 310-385-0567. I can help. Call today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation.

I’m sorry to hear about your medical problems. You are likely talking about a device called TigerPaw II. This device is a surgical stapler that is commonly used during open heart surgery. The purpose of the TigerPaw II is to close the tissue in the heart that was opened during surgical procedures that are used to treat atrial fibrillation.

Atrial fibrillation occurs when the chambers of the heart do not keep a steady rhythm with each other. As a result, blood clots can form in the heart, which may cause a heart attack or a stroke. If you suffer from atrial fibrillation, you may be given blood thinners to help. However, in some cases a doctor may recommend surgery. A surgical procedure can be done which will prevent the blood from forming clots within the upper two chambers of the heart. Normally, the surgeon would close a part of the heart during the procedure, and may use a TigerPaw II in order to do so.

The TigerPaw II was recalled in March 2015 after it was discovered to be defective. It was discovered that the devices not only failed to properly close the tissue in the heart, but also could cause other injuries that could lead to complications or death. Some patients suffered from internal bleeding due to tears in the atrial wall, the formation of blood clots, infections, heart failure, and even death. The FDA announced that the product was capable of causing serious harm, and the company recalled all of its machines. Patients who underwent procedures before this recall may later have issues, which can lead to a claim against the company that manufactured the devices.

If you have been harmed by a defective medical device, such as a surgical stapler, you may have a claim against the manufacturer. Call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles defective medical device attorney, at 310-385-0567. My team can help. Call today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation on your case.

Black box warnings on prescription drugs are very important. Actually, all warnings are important, but particularly black box warnings. Black box warnings are warnings on the promotional materials for a drug and on the medication guide. They are contained in a black box.

Black box warnings are issued only if a drug could have a serious or deadly adverse reaction, and someone using the drug has had such a reaction in the past. Normally, the deadly reactions were reported to the FDA after the drug was approved. Black box warnings are the FDA’s most serious warning, and normally it is the last step before a drug is recalled.

In order for the FDA to put a black box warning on a drug, there are a few criteria that are considered, including: if the drug must be administered in a certain way, if the drug must be administered by a doctor or in a medical setting, if the risk of the drug may outweigh its benefits, if early knowledge of a side effect would allow doctors to monitor the drug to prevent negative reactions, and if certain patients are at a higher risk for a serious or deadly side effect.

If you have been harmed by a prescription drug, you have legal rights. You may be able to hold the drug’s manufacturer accountable for your injuries or the doctor who prescribed it. Call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles personal injury attorney at 310-385-0567. My team may be able to help you obtain compensation for your injuries. Call today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation on your case.

You may be able to sue the drug manufacturer if you had side effects that were a result of the drug. Unfortunately, many drugs are quickly put onto the market even though the drugs may not have been properly evaluated or the risks and potential side effects assessed. Many experts believe that Onglyza is one drug that was rushed onto the market improperly before the manufacturers were aware of the risks.

Onglyza is a medication that is prescribed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It helps to lower blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release insulin. It also limits the production of glucose by the liver. Onglyza quickly became popular because it, unlike other diabetes medications, does not cause weight gain. Studies have found a possible link between the use of Onglyza, heart failure, and pancreatic cancer.

In 2014 the FDA issued a safety alert for Onglyza and began an investigation to determine if the drug had serious side effects, or was linked to life-threatening conditions. The FDA found that there was a link between Onglyza and heart problems and pancreatic cancer.

If you have taken Onglyza and experienced serious side effects, such as pancreatic problems or heart problems, you should speak with an attorney. If you have been injured by a defective product, you have the right to hold the drug manufacturer liable for your injuries.

Call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles product liability attorney, at 310-385-0567. I can help you make a claim against the drug manufacturer. Call today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation on your case.

If you have developed ovarian cancer or have lost a loved one from ovarian cancer, and you believe there was a link between the cancer and the use of talcum powder, you should speak with an attorney.

There have been thousands of lawsuits in recent years against Johnson & Johnson after a link was shown between its baby powder and the development of ovarian cancer in the women using those products. Some of those cases went to trial, and documents presented in the trials showed that the company suspected a link between its products and cancer, but failed to place a warning on its product packaging.

For most items containing talcum powder, the main element is talc. Talc is a mineral. It is normally taken in a loose form, and other products are added to it to form talcum powder. Beginning as early as the 1970s, experts suggested a link between talc and asbestos. Asbestos is dangerous and can cause mesothelioma, a form of cancer. Talc and asbestos are both commonly found next to each other in natural reserves, so many suspected that asbestos trickled into talc-based products.

Women are especially at risk for medical issues related to the use of talcum powder, because many products containing talcum powder are marketed directly to women. This includes makeup, lotions, and feminine cleaning products. It’s important that you read labels to find out if the products you are using contain talcum powder.

It’s critical that you speak to an attorney if you believe your cancer is related to the use of talcum powder. Call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles personal injury attorney at 310-385-0567. My team can help. Call today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation on your case.

You are not alone. Many pharmaceutical companies rush their products to market in an effort to make a profit, and there may be inadequate research or trials to support their safe use. Many medications end up in the hands of people who believe they are safe. Unfortunately, in many cases a great deal of people have to be harmed by a medication before a pharmaceutical company can be held liable for damages.

Once adverse reactions to drugs have been observed in a large number of patients, the FDA will typically get involved. However, in many cases the potential side effects of prescription drugs are not clearly communicated to patients, because that will put the drugs on the FDA’s radar. After a drug is seen as having problems, the FDA may be slow to act. It often requires disclosure of complications, and then finally forces the drug to be taken off the market if problems persist. The reason that pharmaceutical companies frequently do not clearly warn of side effects is because patients may refuse to take medications that are linked with severe side effects, and doctors may be reluctant to prescribe medications with large numbers of side effects.

If you have been harmed by a prescription drug, you should speak with an attorney. Often, pursuing a case against a drug company requires more resources than other types of personal injury cases. If you see an advertisement about a medication and a class action lawsuit, you should speak with an attorney before you sign up. Every plaintiff has the right to pursue their own judgments, and you may not want to be lumped into a mass settlement.

If you have questions about your legal rights and a prescription medication, call Conal Doyle, Los Angeles personal injury attorney at 310-385-0567. My team can help. Call today to learn more or to schedule your free consultation.

Although your situation is tragic, it’s not uncommon. Xarelto has been discovered as the cause of a number of deaths and serious personal injuries. Xarelto is an anti-coagulant, and it was designed to treat atrial fibrillation. If left untreated, atrial fibrillation causes an irregular heartbeat as well as problems with the circulation system. Xarelto was also later approved to treat deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolisms.

For decades, the standard drug that was used to treat atrial fibrillation was warfarin. Warfarin is sold under the brand name Coumadin, as well as other names. Warfarin’s effects can be reversed with vitamin K as well as other methods.

Xarelto was advertised as an alternative to warfarin, which has been around since the 1950s. The makers of Xarelto told patients the drug had a number of benefits, including that they would not need to undergo regular blood monitoring with Xarelto, which was required with warfarin. However, patients who were prescribed Xarelto actually had a greater risk of internal bleeding, strokes, and brain hemorrhages, as well as a greater risk of paralysis. Also, if excess bleeding did occur in patients, there was no agent to reverse it like there was with warfarin.

A number of lawsuits are underway against the makers of Xarelto by patients who have been harmed by the drug. If your loved one was harmed by Xarelto, you should speak with an attorney. He or she may be able to join one of the lawsuits already underway, or may choose to file a new lawsuit. Call me, Conal Doyle, Los Angeles product liability attorney at 310-385-0567. My team can help. Call today to learn more.