Class action lawsuits are among some of the most tricky and complex cases; they often require extensive work and may not have impressive results at the end, especially without attorney involvement.
If you have been injured or have fallen ill due to a defective product, dangerous prescription drug or medication, or a defect on your automobile, you may be entitled to compensation through an existing class action lawsuit.
Class action is defined as a type of lawsuit in which a large number of people get together to file a claim against another, such as a manufacturing company or a pharmaceutical company. In cases such as this, a large number of people have been injured, fallen ill or killed as a result of using a product.
These dangerous products and drugs are often put on shelves before they have undergone proper and thorough safety testing, and cause catastrophic damages as a result.
Examples of class action lawsuits include the following:
Actos – A common prescription to treat type 2 diabetes that has been linked to cases of bladder cancer in many users.
YAZ, Yasmin & Ocella – Common forms of oral contraceptives that have been known for their potential increased risk of blood clots.
Celexa – Celexa and other antidepressants have been known to lead to abnormal heart rhythms when prescribed in high doses.
DePuy Hip Replacement – A hip implant has been known to cause severe pain and even become dislodged and cause damage for patients who have had their hip replaced by this implant.
If you or someone you love has been affected by any type of dangerous or defective product, please contact a Raleigh personal injury attorney at the Whitley Law Firm today for a free evaluation of your case. We have years of experience in claims regarding defective products,
product liability and
wrongful death, and may be able to help you seek a brighter future today.