Defective Medicines and Devices
Accutane
In 2009, Hoffman La Roche issued a recall on Accutane, a synthetic form of Vitamin A used to treat acne. Accutane has been linked to Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, birth defects and liver damage. MORE INFO
Actos
In 2011, the FDA issued a warning that patients taking Actos, a medication for patients suffering from Type 2 Diabetes, may have an increased risk of developing bladder cancer. Actos side effects and bladder cancer symptoms include: frequent urination, blood in the urine and pain during urination. MORE INFO
Avandia
Avandia, a popular medication for patients afflicted with Type 2 Diabetes, can have potentially deadly side effects. These can range from an increased risk of bone fractures to a higher chance of suffering congestive heart failure, certain types of heart attacks and other serious cardiovascular issues. MORE INFO
Depakote
Pregnant women taking the anti-epileptic drug Depakote have reported giving birth to a child born with spinal bifida or other serious birth defects. MORE INFO
DePuy Hip Implants
DePuy Orthopaedics and Johnson & Johnson recalled the ASR XL Acetabular System and ASR Hip Resurfacing System hip implants in August 2010. Symptoms of implant failure may include hip/groin pain, local swelling, numbness or changes in your ability to walk. MORE INFO
Fosamax
Fosamax, a prescription medication used to treat osteoporosis and help strengthen bones, has been associated with a number of side effects including osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ), severe bone or joint pain, femur fractures and oesophageal ulcerations. MORE INFO
Gadolinium
MRI and MRA dyes containing Gadolinium can cause Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF) or Nephrogenic Fibrosing Dermopathy (NFD). Symptoms of NSF and NFD include: burning of the skin, itching, swelling, hardening or tightening of the skin, red or dark patches on the skin, yellow spots on the whites of the eyes, pain deep in the hip bones or ribs, muscle weakness and stiffness in joints and trouble moving or straightening the arms, hands, legs, or feet. MORE INFO
Hydroxycut
In May 2009, the FDA issued a warning urging consumers to stop using the dietary supplement Hydroxycut. Side effects of the drug include: liver injury, seizures, cardiovascular disorders, rhabdomyolysis, jaundice and kidney failure. MORE INFO
Paxil
Patients taking the antidepressant Paxil have reported side effects such as having suicidal tendencies and an increased rate of birth defects. MORE INFO
Reglan
In 2009, the FDA warned consumers about the dangerous side-effects of the drug Reglan. Reglan, a drug prescribed for gastroesophael reflux, is known to cause the condition tardive dyskinesia, a condition that causes involuntary movements or spasms. MORE INFO
Shoulder Pain Pumps
Shoulder pain pumps given to patients following surgery have been shown to cause Chondrolysis, a condition where the cartilage of a joint is destroyed rapidly, causing extreme pain and limiting range of motion. MORE INFO
Topamax
Pregnant woman taking the migraine medicine Topamax have reported giving birth to a child born with a birth defect. Topamax is most commonly linked to cleft palates and cleft lips. MORE INFO
Yaz/Yasmin/Ocella
The birth control medications Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella may cause severe, potentially life threatening side effects, including blood clots, heart attack and stroke. MORE INFO
Zimmer
Due to the high failure rate associated with the Durom Hip Replacement Actabular Components (Durom Cup), the NexGen CR-Flex Porous Femoral and the LPS-Flex, Zimmer has been linked to several joint replacement failures. MORE INFO
Zoloft
The antidepressant Zoloft has been linked to heart and lung birth defects including ventrical septal defect (VSD), hypoplastic left/right heart syndrome, atrial septal defect, tetralogy of the fallot, pulmonary hypertension, transposition of the great arteries, craniosynotosis, limb reduction, omphalocele, lung defects, club foot and asthma/breathing issues. MORE INFO
Personal Injury
Automobile Accidents
Car crashes can result in serious and life-altering injuries, or even death. If you or someone you care about has been involved in a vehicle crash resulting in injury or death due to the negligence of another person, you may be eligible for financial compensation for hospital bills, time out of work, or general pain and suffering.
Back Injury
If you suffer from back injury due to a fall or on-the-job injury you may be eligible for financial compensation for hospital bills, time out of work, or general pain and suffering.
Birth Defects
If you have a child born with a birth defect linked to a medical recall or medical malpractice you may be eligible for compensation related to medical bills, lost income or pain and suffering.
Boating Accidents
Accidents can happen on the water and can include personal watercraft collisions by boat, jet ski or other vessels, as well as falls, watercraft capsizing, or drowning. As a result, injuries or disabilities can lead to medical bills, property damage, lost wages or pain and suffering.
Brain Injury
Brain injuries can be devastating for victims and families, leading to lost wages, permanent injuries and even death. Whether the result of a medical condition, accident or other cause, brain injuries can compromise a person’s quality of life. Oftentimes, rehabilitation and long-term care are required.
Burn Injury
If you suffer from a burn from an accident or on-the-job injury you may be eligible for compensation for your pain and suffering.
Eye Injury
If you lost your sight or suffer from another eye injury due to an accident or someone else’s negligence you may be entitled to compensation related to medical bills, lost income or pain and suffering.
Mass Torts
A mass tort is a civil wrong that results in injury to many victims, therefore involving numerous plaintiffs suing one defendant (or several defendants) for negligence. Most mass tort cases involve various individual plaintiffs suing for harm caused by a single product such as a consumer product claim.
Medical Device Failure
Medical equipment failure is a form of mass tort law, often the result of manufacturing defects or human error. If you or a loved one has suffered injury or death as a result of equipment or device failure, you may be eligible for compensation related to medical bills, lost income or pain and suffering
Motorcycle Accidents
Injuries and deaths related to motorcycle accidents can be costly and complex. If you or your loved one are involved in an accident involving a motorcycle, you may be eligible for compensation due to medical costs, property damages or wages.
Nursing Home Abuse
Victims of nursing home abuse and neglect may suffer from bedsores, dehydration, malnutrition, and medication errors. If you or a loved one has been a victim of nursing home abuse or neglect you may be entitled to compensation.
Premises Liability
If you are injured on someone else’s property, the landowner may be liable for your injuries. This can include injuries caused by hazardous conditions such as uneven pavement, standing water, wet floors, falling objects, inadequate security, insufficient lighting, concealed holes, improperly secured mats, or other property defects.
Product Liability
Product liability is the area of law in which manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, retailers, and others who make products available to the public are held responsible for the injuries those products cause.
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal injuries can be devastating for victims and families, leading to lost wages, paralysis and even death. Whether the result of a medical condition, accident or other cause, spinal injuries can significantly compromise a person’s quality of life and require long-term care.
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Led by Elizabeth P. Kagan, Esquire, BSN, LHRM and Andrew T. Kagan, Esquire, LHRM, Kagan Law Firm’s practice areas include medical device failure litigation and personal injury law cases such as automobile accidents, boating accidents, brain injuries, medical device failure, motorcycle accidents, mass torts, product liability, premises liability, workplace injuries and wrongful death.
In addition to general personal injury law, Kagan Law Firm is accepting cases resulting from the recall of metal-on-metal hip implants including several hip implants from DePuy Orthopaedics, a member of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies. The implants were recalled in August 2010 by DePuy following the release of a study by the National Joint Registry of England and Wales. The study indicated a failure rate of 12 percent in the DePuy ASR Hip Resurfacing System, and a failure rate of 13 percent in the DePuy ASR XL Acetabular System. Patients whose implants failed needed a second hip replacement within five years or the original hip replacement surgery. Using these statistics as a guide, one out of every eight hip replacements with this implant system will fail, often requiring a revision (second) surgery.
In addition to general personal injury law, Kagan Law Firm is accepting cases resulting from the recall of metal-on-metal hip implants including several hip implants from DePuy Orthopaedics, a member of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies. The implants were recalled in August 2010 by DePuy following the release of a study by the National Joint Registry of England and Wales. The study indicated a failure rate of 12 percent in the DePuy ASR Hip Resurfacing System, and a failure rate of 13 percent in the DePuy ASR XL Acetabular System. Patients whose implants failed needed a second hip replacement within five years or the original hip replacement surgery. Using these statistics as a guide, one out of every eight hip replacements with this implant system will fail, often requiring a revision (second) surgery.
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