Nationally Recognized Trial Lawyer, Anthony J. Russo, Jr. is the founding partner of The Russo Firm based in Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida. As a consumer justice attorney, Anthony focuses his practice on catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death and defective pharmaceutical drugs and medical device. For over two decades, Anthony J. Russo, Jr. has handled thousands of consumer justice and personal injury lawsuits and has successfully litigated and tried cases throughout Florida and the United States.
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| Auto Accidents Delray Beach, Florida Auto Accident AttorneysAn automobile crash is instantaneous and the consequences often result in a lifetime of physical, emotional and mental anguish for all parties involved. Having the appropriate automobile insurance coverage provides economic protection should you accidentally cause injury to others, but it can also protect you and your family if you involved in a motor vehicle accident in which the “at fault” party has little, or no insurance coverage. With Uninsured Motorist Coverage in place, your insurance company is legally obligated to pay the economic and non-economic damages to which you are entitled if the “at fault” owner/operator is uninsured or under insured.There are numerous components to each and every motor vehicle and trucking accident and it is necessary to painstakingly recreate the sequence of events leading to each accident in order to appropriately mediate and/or prepare it for trial. At The Russo Firm, our resolve, resources and experience have enabled us to successfully litigate car and trucking accident cases on behalf of the injured victims or families of the deceased. The lawyers at The Russo Firm have also successfully litigated cases against insurance companies that have failed to pay their own insured’s claims properly.The Russo Firm focuses its practice on catastrophic and traumatic injury cases. People with catastrophic injuries need a lengthy recovery time and long-term medical treatment. If you or your loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury, you may be unable to work again. You may require life-long care, medical equipment, and intensive physical and psychological therapy.Our auto accident attorneys at The Russo Firm have handled over 10,000 auto accidents in the state of Florida and nationwide and have extensive experience in helping those who have been seriously injured get the financial resources they need to cope with the significant cost of their injury. In addition to our legal services, The Russo Firm provides the injured and their families with a continuum of care that begins at the first consultation. We offer our clients access to resources, information, referrals to specialized medical treatment, and the details of support groups and other organizations dedicated to helping the seriously injured.Our bilingual team ensures that you get the serious injury resources you need to cope with your new circumstances.If you have been seriously injured in an accident or through the negligence of another, it is important you contact an attorney with experience and success in handling traumatic injury cases. The Russo Firm has successfully litigated countless catastrophic injury cases and has extensive experience with severe injuries.Elements of an Auto Accident LawsuitThe elements of proof necessary to bring a successful personal injury claim are as follows:(1) the other party was negligent, reckless, or acted in an intentional manner;(2) your injury was caused by that other party’s negligent, reckless, or intentional act; and(3) you have suffered damages.How does The Russo Firm prove those elements to succeed in winning your Auto Accident LawsuitOur legal team will gather all the necessary evidence to prove your claim. This includes taking photographs and video of the accident scene and your injuries, obtaining incident or accident reports, securing all medical records and bills, and speaking to witnesses to confirm the negligence of the other party. At the proper time, the records, bills and evidence is presented to the insurance company and we attempt negotiate a fair settlement for you. If we can’t settle your case to your satisfaction, then we file a lawsuit on your behalf, conduct further discovery, and present your case to a jury.How you get started on your Auto Accident LawsuitThe Russo Firm provides a free confidential case consultation to all clients. If we are hired, we work on a contingency fee basis governed by The Florida Bar. All lawyers working on a contingency fee are subject to the same fees set by the Florida Bar. The contingency fees range from 20% to 40% depending upon the settlement amount of your case.Statutes of Limitations and other restrictions on your Auto Accident LawsuitAll states impose a time limit on when you must file your personal injury claim. This is known as a “Statute of Limitations”. For example, in Florida, the injured person has four (4) years to file a lawsuit for injuries in automobile accidents and slip and fall premise liability accidents. However, if the incident or accident causes death, the injured person only has two (2) years to file a lawsuit.There are further restrictions when a Florida governmental entity is involved. Many times, specific notices need to be filed at least six months before a lawsuit is filed, and the time period is three (3) years to file a lawsuit. | |
| Burn Injury | |
| Bus Accidents | |
| Catastrophic Personal Injury | |
| Construction Accidents | |
| Cycle Accidents | |
| Defective Medical Devices | |
| Defective Product | |
| Defective Product Cases | |
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| Invokana Lawsuits Invokana (canagliflozin) and Invokanamet are diabetes drugs that work by helping the kidneys rid the bloodstream of glucose. Unlike traditional diabetes drugs that target the pancreas and liver, Invokana and Invokanamet target the kidneys to stop the body from reabsorbing sugar.Invokana Side EffectsDiabetic Ketoacidosis. A life-threatening complication that occurs when high levels of blood acids accumulate in the bloodstream. If left untreated, diabetic ketoacidosis can cause dehydration, brain swelling, coma, and death.Kidney Failure. The 2016 FDA report showed that people who take Invokana have a higher risk of acute kidney injury, which can require hospitalization and dialysis.Acute Pancreatiti. Although rare, case reports have linked Invokana to a sudden inflammation of the pancreas, an abdominal organ that produces insulin and other hormones. Researchers believe this happens because of the drug’s diuretic (dehydrating) effect, and it can lead to a variety of other health problems.Other possible side effects:• Kidney Failure• Heart AttackInvokana Warnings and RecallsOn May 15, 2015, the FDA issued a Safety Announcement based on increasing reports of Diabetic Ketoacidosis in users of Invokana and Invokanamet. Later the same year, an FDA safety review resulted in the addition of Diabetic Ketoacidosis warnings in both drugs’ labels.On June 14, 2016, the FDA strengthened its warning about the risk of kidney injury for drug Invokana and Invokanamet, to include information about the risk of acute kidney injury.Invokana Lawsuit SettlementsIn late 2018, initial settlements were announced for cases of amputations related to uses of Invokana. We are anticipating further settlements in 2019.The Russo Firm and Invokana LawsuitsOur firm is currently representing dozens of client for amputations, acute kidney injuries and Diabetic Ketoacidosis caused by the diabetes drugs Invokana and Invokanamet.Contact Our Experienced Pharmaceutical Lawyers For A Free Case Evaluation.If you or a loved one have been injured in any way as a result of taking Invokana or Invokanamet, call The Russo Firm at 844-847-8300 or contact us online to talk with an experienced lawyer about your injuries. If you can’t travel to our office, we will come to you, or we can work by phone, fax, email or other methods of communication. Remember, you pay no fee unless we obtain compensation for you. | |
| Life-Altering Injury | |
| Mass Tort Law | |
| Mass Tort Litigation | |
| Medical Device Cases | |
| Medical Malpractice Cases Medical Malpractice CasesThe healthcare industry and its practitioners are not infallible. Although never intentional, mistakes are made and negligence does occur. A simple misdiagnosis or the incorrect dispensing of the wrong medication can be as devastating as a blatant surgical error. Each year many Americans die as a result of medical errors. According to an Institute of Medicine report, between 44,000 and 98,000 Americans die in hospitals each year due to medical errors and the annual cost to society for such errors ranges from $17 to $29 billion. These figures only take into account hospital deaths. Medical errors can and do occur in every setting where health care is administered: in doctors’ offices, hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and patients’ homes. Further, according to the Institute of Medicine, more people die from medical mistakes each year than from highway accidents, breast cancer, or AIDS. The experienced attorneys at The Russo Firm objectively and diligently strives to identify whether or not the patient’s injuries or death were a direct result of negligence on the part of physician, nurse, pharmacist or other hospital based personnel.Types of Medical Malpractice LawsuitsThere are many types of Medical Malpractice claims. It is important to consult an experienced Medical Malpractice attorney to discuss and evaluate a potential medical malpractice suit. Although there are others, here are some examples of the more common types of medical malpractice claims: | |
| Motor Vehicle | |
| Motorcycle Accidents Motorcyclist deaths occurred 28 times more frequently than fatalities in other vehicles, based on 2016 fatal crash dataMotorcycle riders are significantly more likely to die in an accident than the occupants of the passenger cars with whom they share the road; 29 times more likely. This is reflected in the fact that although motorcycles comprise just 3 percent of all registered vehicles in the U.S., bikers made up more than 13 percent of all traffic fatalities in 2016. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 5,286 motorcyclists were killed and over 100,000 more were injured on U.S. roads and highways that year, a 5.1 percent increase from 2015.In May 2018, the Governors Highway Safety Association released its latest report (https://www.ghsa.org/sites/default/files/2018-05/ghsa_motorcyclists18.pdf) on motorcycle accidents and fatalities. It revealed that:• In 2016, motorcycles were more frequently involved in fatal collisions with fixed objects than other vehicle types.• 1,859 lives were saved in 2016 because motorcyclists involved in crashes were wearing helmets. If all riders had worn helmets, an additional 802 lives could have been saved.• The average age of motorcyclists killed across the country in 2016 was 43 years old.• Twenty-five percent of motorcycle riders involved in fatal crashes in 2016 were under the influence of alcohol, the highest percentage among all vehicle typesAn automobile or motorcycle crash is instantaneous and the consequences often result in a lifetime of physical, emotional and mental anguish for all parties involved. Having the appropriate insurance coverage provides economic protection should you accidentally cause injury to others, but it can also protect you and your family if you involved in a motor vehicle accident in which the “at fault” party has little, or no insurance coverage. With Uninsured Motorist Coverage in place, your insurance company is legally obligated to pay the economic and non-economic damages to which you are entitled if the “at fault” owner/operator is uninsured or under insured.There are numerous components to each and every motor vehicle accident and it is necessary to painstakingly recreate the sequence of events leading to each accident in order to appropriately mediate and/or prepare it for trial. At The Russo Firm, our resolve, resources and experience have enabled us to successfully litigate car and trucking accident cases on behalf of the injured victims or families of the deceased. The lawyers at The Russo Firm have also successfully litigated cases against insurance companies that have failed to pay their own insured’s claims properly.The Russo Firm focuses its practice on catastrophic and traumatic injury cases. People with catastrophic injuries need a lengthy recovery time and long-term medical treatment. If you or your loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury, you may be unable to work again. You may require life-long care, medical equipment, and intensive physical and psychological therapy.Our auto accident attorneys at The Russo Firm have handled over 10,000 auto accidents in the state of Florida and have extensive experience in helping those who have been seriously injured get the financial resources they need to cope with the significant cost of their injury. In addition to our legal services, The Russo Firm provides the injured and their families with a continuum of care that begins at the first consultation. We offer our clients access to resources, information, referrals to specialized medical treatment, and the details of support groups and other organizations dedicated to helping the seriously injured.Our bilingual team ensures that you get the serious injury resources you need to cope with your new circumstances.If you have been seriously injured in an accident or through the negligence of another, it is important you contact an attorney with experience and success in handling traumatic injury cases. The Russo Firm has successfully litigated countless catastrophic injury cases and has extensive experience with severe injuries.Elements of an Accident LawsuitThe elements of proof necessary to bring a successful personal injury claim are as follows:(1) the other party was negligent, reckless, or acted in an intentional manner;(2) your injury was caused by that other party’s negligent, reckless, or intentional act; and(3) you have suffered damages. | |
| Neck Injuries | |
| Personal Injury Attorney | |
| Personal Injury Car Accidents | |
| Personal Injury Claims | |
| Personal Injury Damages | |
| Personal Injury Lawsuits | |
| Personal Injury Lawyer | |
| Pharmaceutical Injuries | |
| Product Liability Cases | |
| Product Liability Claims | |
| Product Liability Lawyer | |
| Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI’s) Heartburn Drugs Nexium, Prevacid & Prilosec Linked To Kidney DiseaseProton Pump Inhibitors (PPI’s) LawsuitsNexium®, Prilosec®, and Prevacid®, the leading sellers among drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPI’s), are used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), by reducing the amount of acid in a person’s stomach.Drug manufacturers are responsible for ensuring the safety and efficacy of their products before marketing them for public consumption. Failure to do so is considered negligent and grounds for pharmaceutical litigation.More than 4,000 lawsuits have been filed against the manufacturers of Nexium, Prilosec and Prevacid by individuals who have suffered injuries as a result of taking these two proton pump inhibitor (PPI) medications. The lawsuits are presently combined before a federal judge in New Jersey where all of the national discovery and evidence gathering is taking place.PPI’s Risks and Side EffectsThe most serious potential side effects caused through the use of Nexium, Prilosec and Prevacid are strokes, bone fractures, kidney disease, renal failure, and heart damage.People who take multiple daily doses for a long period of time (a year or longer), especially those 50 years of age or older, have an increased risk of fractures of the hip, wrist, and spine. Additionally, people who use the drugs appear to have a 20-50% higher risk of chronic kidney disease compared with nonusers, and a 20-30% increased risk for stroke.Extensive Usage of Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI’s)Proton pump inhibitors are some of the most commonly prescribed drugs because of the prevalence of heartburn in the United States. It is estimated that there are millions of people throughout the country currently taking Nexium, Prevacid or Prilosec. Nexium is in fact one of the best selling drugs in the world, with revenues exceeding $4.4 Billion in 2014. For people suffering from chronic heartburn, proton pump inhibitors like Nexium, Prilosec and Prevacid, represent one of the only means through which to experience relief from the bothersome heartburn effects.PPI’s WarningsFor nearly a decade, manufacturers of PPI’s have been on notice that these drugs can cause kidney disease and injury, including acute interstitial nephritis.The FDA has previously issued warnings on the increased risk of hip, wrist and spine fracture from using PPI’sIn December of 2014, manufacturers changed their package inserts and labels to warn of an association between PPI’s and interstitial nephritis, diagnosed by kidney biopsy. However, to this day, the PPI products’ labels still fail to provide consumers with a general warning regarding the serious risk of developing chronic kidney disease. Two recently published studies confirm that PPI users have a significantly increased risk of developing either acute and/or chronic kidney disease.The Russo Firm and PPI’s LawsuitsOur firm is currently investigating possible Kidney Injuries, Renal or Kidney Failure, Acute Interstitial Nephritis, Dialysis Treatment, Kidney Removal Transplant Surgery or related Death from the use of Nexium, Prilosec and Prevacid.Contact Our Experienced Pharmaceutical Lawyers For A Free Case Evaluation.If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Kidney Injury, Renal or Kidney Failure, Acute Interstitial Nephritis, Dialysis Treatment, Kidney Removal Transplant Surgery or related Death, while taking Nexium®, Prilosec®, Prevacid® or other proton pump inhibitor drugs, call The Russo Firm at 844-847-8300 or contact us online to talk with an experienced lawyer about your injuries. If you can’t travel to our office, we will come to you, or we can work by phone, fax, email or other methods of communication. Remember, you pay no fee unless we obtain compensation for you. | |
| Punitive Damages | |
| Slip And Fall Accidents Delray Beach, Florida Accident AttorneysA slip and fall or trip and fall accident is instantaneous and the consequences often result in a lifetime of physical, emotional and mental anguish for all parties involved.There are numerous components to each and slip and fall or trip and fall case and it is necessary to painstakingly recreate the sequence of events leading to each accident in order to appropriately mediate and/or prepare it for trial. At The Russo Firm, our resolve, resources and experience have enabled us to successfully litigate slip and fall and trip and fall accident cases on behalf of the injured victims or families of the deceased. The lawyers at The Russo Firm have also successfully litigated cases against insurance companies that have failed to pay claims properly.The Russo Firm focuses its practice on catastrophic and traumatic injury cases. People with catastrophic injuries need a lengthy recovery time and long-term medical treatment. If you or your loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury, you may be unable to work again. You may require life-long care, medical equipment, and intensive physical and psychological therapy.Our slip and fall or trip and fall accident attorneys at The Russo Firm have handled over 10,000 accidents in the state of Florida and have extensive experience in helping those who have been seriously injured get the financial resources they need to cope with the significant cost of their injury. In addition to our legal services, The Russo Firm provides the injured and their families with a continuum of care that begins at the first consultation. We offer our clients access to resources, information, referrals to specialized medical treatment, and the details of support groups and other organizations dedicated to helping the seriously injured.Our bilingual team ensures that you get the serious injury resources you need to cope with your new circumstances.If you have been seriously injured in an accident or through the negligence of another, it is important you contact an attorney with experience and success in handling traumatic injury cases. The Russo Firm has successfully litigated countless catastrophic injury cases and has extensive experience with severe injuries.Elements of a Slip and Fall or Trip and Fall Accident LawsuitThe elements of proof necessary to bring a successful personal injury claim are as follows:(1) the other party was negligent, reckless, or acted in an intentional manner;(2) your injury was caused by that other party’s negligent, reckless, or intentional act; and(3) you have suffered damages.How does The Russo Firm prove those elements to succeed in winning your Slip and Fall or Trip and Fall LawsuitOur legal team will gather all the necessary evidence to prove your claim. This includes taking photographs and video of the accident scene and your injuries, obtaining incident or accident reports, securing all medical records and bills, and speaking to witnesses to confirm the negligence of the other party. At the proper time, the records, bills and evidence is presented to the insurance company and we attempt negotiate a fair settlement for you. If we can’t settle your case to your satisfaction, then we file a lawsuit on your behalf, conduct further discovery, and present your case to a jury.How you get started on your Slip and Fall or Trip and Fall Accident LawsuitThe Russo Firm provides a free confidential case consultation to all clients. If we are hired, we work on a contingency fee basis governed by The Florida Bar. All lawyers working on a contingency fee are subject to the same fees set by the Florida Bar. The contingency fees range from 20% to 40% depending upon the settlement amount of your case.Statutes of Limitations and other restrictions on your Personal Injury LawsuitAll states impose a time limit on when you must file your personal injury claim. This is known as a “Statute of Limitations”. For example, in Florida, the injured person has four (4) years to file a lawsuit for injuries in automobile accidents and slip and fall premise liability accidents. However, if the incident or accident causes death, the injured person only has two (2) years to file a lawsuit.There are further restrictions when a Florida governmental entity is involved. Many times, specific notices need to be filed at least six months before a lawsuit is filed, and the time period is three (3) years to file a lawsuit.Additionally, the state of Florida and all state agencies, counties and cities can only be held liable for damages up to $200,000 for an individual person and $300,000 total for all injured parties in an accident or incident. | |
| Spinal Cord Injuries | |
| Spinal Cord Injury A spinal cord injury can change the life of an individual forever. Spinal cord injuries can be caused by almost any type of accident. The majority of spinal cord injuries are a result of automobile or car accidents, falls, sports, and diving accidents. Victims of spinal cord injuries are often left with some degree of paralysis, unable to care for themselves, or complete work they were able to before the accident. However with the appropriate rehabilitation, resources, and support individuals who have sustained a spinal cord injury can regain their life back.The attorneys at The Russo Firm are well versed in spinal cord injuries and can assist you in receiving compensation for your injury and the funds needed to get lifelong care, including: medical services, rehabilitative therapies and equipment.At The Russo Firm, our unique care management model helps provide the crucial support and resources in the care of our spinal cord injury clients and their families. From obtaining the necessary equipment to carefully and knowledgeably selecting the appropriate care providers, our care managers help guide you every step of the way. The experienced care management team at The Russo Firm, provide the valuable resources critical to you or your loved ones recovery.If you have sustained a spinal cord injury as a result of the carelessness or negligent actions of others you may be entitled to compensation and justice for your injury. The experienced lawyers at The Russo Firm have successfully litigated numerous spinal cord injury cases and achieved justice and compensation for their clients.Contact Our Experienced Spinal Cord Injury Lawyers For A Free Case EvaluationIf you or a loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, call The Russo Firm at 844-847-8300 or contact us online to talk with an experienced lawyer about your injuries. If you can’t travel to our office, we will come to you, or we can work by phone, fax, email or other methods of communication. Remember, you pay no fee unless we obtain compensation for you. | |
| Spine Injuries | |
| Tort Law | |
| Traumatic Brain Injury | |
| Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) may be some of the most difficult injuries to recognize and treat, because many times there may be little or no visible external damage. Many people who have been in accidents find that symptoms develop over time and are more commonly noticed by friends and family than by the injured person.Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) happens when a bump, blow, jolt, or other head injury causes damage to the brain. Every year, millions of people in the United States suffer Traumatic Brain injuries. More than half of such injuries are bad enough to require the injured person must go to the hospital. The worst injuries can often lead to permanent brain damage or death.Common Causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)Half of all Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) are due to motor vehicle accidents, but slip and falls, industrial/occupational accidents, sports injuries, and physical assaults are also common causes. Military personnel are also at risk. Symptoms of a TBI may not appear until days or weeks following the injury. Serious Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) need emergency treatment. Common causes of brain injuries include:Car and Auto Accidents: Motor vehicle accidents cause widespread trauma to victims. Head injuries are especially common after a collisionSports Injuries: Football, hockey and other contact sports are under increasing scrutiny for the high number of concussions suffered by athletes.Slip-and-Fall Accidents: Those who have never suffered a slip-and-fall injury often underestimate how serious these accidents can be.Violence: Head injuries are often the result of assaults and other violent crimes.You or a family member may have heard your doctor use phrases like “closed head injury” or “post-concussion syndrome” to describe your medical condition. Severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) can cause medical conditions like seizure disorders, skull fractures, subdural hematomas, brain hemorrhage, amnesia and/or contusion of the brain. Mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be hard to recognize. You, a family member, or a teacher may have observed a few of the symptoms which may be associated with traumatic brain injuries (TBI), such as:• Difficulty making decisions• Depression• Alteration of the sense of taste and/or smell• Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)• Personality changes• Seizures• Loss of memory• Impaired judgment• Dizziness/ balance difficulties• Blurred vision• Reduced attention and concentrationTreatment and outcome depend on the severity of the traumatic brain injury. TBI can cause a wide range of changes affecting thinking, sensation, language or emotions. TBI can be associated with post-traumatic stress disorder. People with severe injuries usually need rehabilitation especially Occupational Therapy.The lawyers at The Russo Firm we have helped many people suffering from traumatic brain injuries (TBI) obtain maximum compensation for their injuries. We understand how devastating these injuries can be to you and to your family. At The Russo Firm, we will assemble a team tailored to your situation to give you the best possible representation. | |
| Truck Accident Cases | |
| Truck Accident Lawyers | |
| Valsartan High Blood Pressure Drug Linked to Tumors and CancerValsartan LawsuitsValsartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), heart attacks, and heart failure.About 3 million Americans take valsartan-containing medications each year.Valsartan LawsuitsValsartan lawsuits claim that batches of the blood pressure medication contaminated with a toxic chemical called N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) caused them to develop cancer and liver damage. Although it is not a typical valsartan side effect, cancer has developed in people and animals exposed to NDMA.A large-scale recall of certain generic valsartan blood pressure medications began in July 2018 after it was discovered that the medication might have become contaminated in the Chinese and India manufacturing plants it was being produced. This led lawyers to investigate claims and file lawsuits on behalf of people who took tainted medication.The companies involved include Actavis; A-S Medication Solutions; AvKARE; Bryant Rank Prepack; Camber Pharmaceuticals; Hetero Labs, Inc.; HJ Harkins Company; Major Pharmaceuticals; Mylan Pharmaceuticals; Northwind Pharmaceuticals; NuCare Pharmaceuticals; Preferred Pharmaceuticals; Prinston Pharmaceutical; RemedyRepack Inc.; Solco Healthcare; Teva Pharmaceuticals; and Torrent Pharmaceuticals Limited.Valsartan Side EffectsThe contaminated batches Certain batches of valsartan contain the substances N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) and/or N-Nitrosodiethylamine (NDEA), a known carcinogen. These batches were produced by the Chinese company Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceuticals and the India company Hetero Labs Limited.Valsartan side effects range from headaches to low blood pressure. The drug includes a black box warning from the FDA for fetal toxicity. Although cancer is not a typical side effect of valsartan, manufacturers in 2018 recalled some batches of the medication because of contamination with a cancer-causing chemical called NDMA.Short-term exposure to NDMA can cause liver damageLong-term exposure can increase the risk of liver, kidney, and lung tumors.According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), NDMA was formerly used in production of liquid rocket fuel, antioxidants, additives for lubricants, and softeners for copolymers. NDMA is not currently produced in pure form or commercially used in the United States, except for research purposes.Valsartan Warnings and RecallsIn May 2018, the European Medicines Agency (EMA) began reviewing medicines containing valsartan that was supplied by Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceuticals. The review started after the company detected NDMA in the valsartan it was supplying to manufacturers in the European Union.In July 2018, the FDA announced that three companies were voluntarily recalling their medications containing valsartan that was supplied by the Chinese company Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceuticals. The recall occurred after the company determined the presence of NDMA in the valsartan.It’s believed that the Chinese company’s production of valsartan could have become contaminated with NDMA starting in 2012 after the company changed its manufacturing process.In August 2018 , the FDA announced that certain batches of valsartan produced by India company Hetero Labs Limited and sold under the label Camber Pharmaceuticals also will be recalled because of the presence of NDMA.In November 2018, Teva Pharmaceuticals voluntarily recalled all lots of amlodipine/valsartan combination tablets and amlodipine/valsartan/hydrochlorothiazide combination tablets after NDEA was detected in an active pharmaceutical ingredient manufactured by Mylan India.The FDA issued an updated Valsartan recall list in December 2018.Patients should not stop taking the recalled products without first contacting their treating physicians, and being prescribed a replacement drugThe Russo Firm and Valsartan LawsuitsOur firm is currently investigating cases for clients who took valsartan and have been diagnosed with liver damage, tumors, or cancerContact Our Experienced Pharmaceutical Lawyers For A Free Case Evaluation.If you or a loved one has developed liver damage, tumors, or cancer as a result of taking Valsartan, call The Russo Firm at 844-847-8300 or contact us online to talk with an experienced lawyer about your injuries. If you can’t travel to our office, we will come to you, or we can work by phone, fax, email or other methods of communication. Remember, you pay no fee unless we obtain compensation for you. | |
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| Vehicle Lawsuits | |
| Workers’ Comp | |
| Workers’ Compensation | |
| Wrongful Death Cases | |
| Xarelto Anticoagulant Linked to Stroke, Blood Clots, Internal BleedingXarelto LawsuitsXarelto is one of several drugs in a new class of anticoagulants (blood thinners) called direct factor Xa inhibitors. The first of these new class of drugs to gain FDA approval was Pradaxa. The manufacturer of Pradaxa®, Boehringer Ingelheim, settled the lawsuits it was facing, agreeing to pay $650 million to approximately 4,000 people across the United Sates for similar bleeding injuries.Xarelto Risks and Side EffectsXarelto, like other blood thinners, carries a risk of internal bleeding. However, there is evidence showing that Xarelto is not as safe or effective as other blood thinners and that the internal bleeding caused by Xarelto cannot be controlled or reversed by physicians, unlike the traditional class of blood thinners which includes Coumadin (warfarin).Xaralta Warnings and RecallsThe Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) advises that Xarelto has been associated with “serious, disabling or fatal injury,” including blood clots or thromboembolic eventsXaralta Lawsuit SettlementsAs of this time, there have been no large mass tort settlements involving Xaralta. Generally, however, large groups of settlements do not occur until such time as a few lawsuits are tried before a jury, and the manufacturer is able to more thoroughly understand its financial risk.The manufacturer of the similar blood thinner drug, Pradaxa®, Boehringer Ingelheim, settled the lawsuits it was facing, agreeing to pay $650 million to approximately 4,000 people across the United Sates for similar bleeding injuries.The Russo Firm and Xaralta LawsuitsOur firm is currently investigating possible strokes, blood clots, or internal bleeding injuries from Xaralta.Contact Our Experienced Pharmaceutical Lawyers For A Free Case Evaluation.If you or a loved one suffered a harmful side effect such as a stroke, blood clot, or internal bleeding while taking Xarelto, call The Russo Firm at 844-847-8300 or contact us online to talk with an experienced lawyer about your injuries. If you can’t travel to our office, we will come to you, or we can work by phone, fax, email or other methods of communication. Remember, you pay no fee unless we obtain compensation for you. | |
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