The steady drum beat of adverse medical reports and deadly side effects about the popular Yaz birth control pill and its variations continue to surface. Again another medical study has found that side effects of Yaz and Yasmin birth control increase the risk of a pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis or stroke blood clot injury, when compared to older birth control pills.
Drospirenone (DRSP) Containing Birth Control Pills: YAZ, Yasmin, Ocella, Gianvi, Zarah, Loryna, Syeda, Beyaz, Safyral, Vestura
We are currently investigating and accepting venous thromboembolism (VTE) personal injury cases caused by the following birth control pills YAZ, Yasmin, Ocella. These medications contain the progestin drospirenone (DRSP).
Dr Shezad Malik recommends that women who have taken Yaz, Yasmin, Ocella and experienced blood clots, pulmonary embolisms, deep vein thrombosis, stroke or gallbladder disease should fill out a MedWatch Form at www.fda.gov and obtain the opinion of an experienced Yaz lawyer to explore their legal rights. Dr Shezad Malik Law Firm has been investigating Yaz and Yasmin side effect cases since 2009.
Deep Vein Thrombosis Injury (DVT) is a YAZ/Yasmin Side Effect
Deep vein thrombosis, is abbreviated as DVT, and it is the formation of a blood clot in a vein deep in the body. DVT is a possible side effect of YAZ and Yasmin birth control.
Deep vein thrombosis occurs most commonly in leg veins, but also can occur in other parts of the body. A pulmonary embolism (PE) is a serious complication of a DVT, this may occur when the blood clot breaks lose and travels to the lungs, causing a blockage and in some cases sudden death.
Pulmonary Embolism Injury (PE) is a YAZ/Yasmin Side Effect
Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a possible side effect of YAZ and Yasmin birth control pills. The most common cause of PE is deep vein thrombosis (DVT). See above.
YAZ, Yasmin, Beyaz, and Safyral are manufactured by Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Yasmin was originally made by Berlex Laboratories, which was acquired by Bayer in 2006.
Ocella is a generic version of Yasmin. Gianvi is a generic version of YAZ. Ocella and Gianvi birth control pills are from Teva Pharmaceuticals and Barr Laboratories.
These DRSP oral contraceptives have been associated with several dangerous side effects such as:
- Blood Clots
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Pulmonary Embolism (PE)
- Stroke
- Gallbladder Inflammation (cholecystitis)
- Gallbladder Removal (cholecystectomy)
- Death
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NuvaRing DVT, Pulmonary Embolism
NuvaRing is a ring birth control device that releases a combination of etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol and is inserted into the vagina once a month. Read more about our latest NuvaRing lawsuit here.
We are currently evaluating and accepting nationwide representation for individuals who may have experienced dangerous side effects resulting from NuvaRing.
All NuvaRing lawsuits filed in federal district courts are consolidated for pretrial proceedings as part of an MDL, or multidistrict litigation, which is centralized in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri.
The complaints all involve similar allegations that Merck and their Organon Pharmaceuticals subsidiary failed to properly research the birth control ring or adequately warn about the risk of blood clots from NuvaRing.
Plaintiffs claim that they have suffered injuries after taking NuvaRing birth control, including deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism, heart attacks and strokes.
Taking Pradaxa, are you playing Russian Roulette with a potentially lethal drug? Taking your life into your hands should not come down to a flip of the coin.
There is no antidote or treatment to reverse the bleeding side effects of Pradaxa. Pradaxa, the new blood thinner does not have a “reversing agent” that allows doctors to stop the bleeding.
Pradaxa (dabigatran) is a blood thinner, which was introduced by Boehringer Ingelheim in October 2010 as a superior alternative to Coumadin (warfarin) for prevention of strokes among individuals with atrial fibrillation.
According to a report released by the Institute for Safe Medication Practices in January 2012, more instances of Pradaxa hemorrhages were reported to the FDA’s Adverse Event Reporting System during the first quarter of 2011 than were reported in association with any other drug monitored by the group. At least 505 instances involving Pradaxa bleeding events were reported, compared to 176 cases reported with warfarin/Coumadin, which was second on the list.
Dr Shezad Malik Law Firm Investigates Pradaxa
The investigation by the unsafe drug attorneys at Dr Shezad Malik Law Firm will highlight when Boehringer Ingelheim learned of the potentially deadly side effects of Pradaxa(R).
If you have been prescribed Pradaxa(R) in the past and would like additional information regarding this investigation, or if you have information regarding the Pradaxa(R) studies or any underreported adverse events, please contact attorney Dr Shezad Malik at Dr Shezad Malik Law Firm, toll free at (888) 210-9693 or via email at DrMalik@ShezadMalik.com.
Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft BMP Lawsuits
Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft: Bad to the Bone?
The off label use of Medtronic Infuse(R) bone graft has been associated with severe side effects including in some cases, death.
Medtronic Infuse(R) Bone Graft What is It?
Medtronic, Inc. and Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA, Inc. designed and marketed the Infuse(R) Bone Graft device (“Infuse(R)”) for lumbar spine surgery. Infuse(R) is a bio-engineered bone filling material containing a bone morphogenetic protein (“BMP”), and is used as an alternative to grafting a patient’s own bone.
Infuse(R) is a genetically engineered protein -rhBMP to help fuse vertebrae in the lower (lumbar) spine in order to treat degenerative disc disease.
We are currently evaluating and accepting nationwide representation for individuals who may have experienced dangerous side effects resulting from off-label Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft procedures. According to medical expert reports in The Spine Journal, The New York Times and many other publications, medical professionals believe that Medtronic may have illegally promoted off-label uses of the Infuse medical device.
Patients who have received off-label procedures involving the Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft device have reported serious side effects including:
- Unwanted bone growth
- Male sterility
- Inflammation
- Infection
- Respiratory problems
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Wrongful death and personal injury lawsuits are being filed against Intuitive Surgical, Inc., the maker of the da Vinci Robotic system. These lawsuits are alleging that patients are being injured following the use of a da Vinci robot during a hysterectomy and other surgeries.
Recently a case was filed by Gilmore McCalla in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York on April 4, alleging that the death of his daughter, Kimberly McCalla, was caused by problems with the device used during her robotic surgery.
What is the da Vinci Robotic System?
The da Vinci surgical robot is a medical surgical machine that features four remote controlled arms and a camera, allowing surgeons to operate through a small incision with a joystick-like control.
The device is touted as less invasive surgery and shorter recovery times, but there have been a large number of serious and fatal complications and problems associated with the da Vinci surgical robot.
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Actos Bladder Cancer
All federal cases alleging injury caused by the diabetes drug ACTOS® are centralized in the Western District of Louisiana . These cases will now be brought under MDL No. 2299.
Each of the actions alleges claims arising from the use of Actos, a prescription medication approved by the FDA, for use in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Plaintiffs allege that individuals who use Actos face an increased risk of developing bladder cancer. Plaintiffs further allege that the defendants concealed their knowledge of this risk and failed to provide adequate warnings to consumers and the health care community.
Actos (pioglitazone) is an oral diabetes drug that was granted FDA approval in 1999 as a treatment for Type 2 diabetes to help reduce insulin resistance. While Actos is in the same class of drugs as Avandia, they are not the same and as medical studies revealed that Avandia use is responsible for heart disease, strokes and other serious complications, use of Actos went up. Recent medical research, has demonstrated that Actos causes an increased risk of bladder cancer in users, and that this risk increases the longer the medication is taken.
Throughout the United States, a number of patients who took Actos, and now diagnosed with bladder cancer are considering filing potential lawsuits against Takeda Pharmaceuticals for failing to fully research the side effects of the medication or adequately warn about the risk of bladder cancer. The Dr Shezad Malik Law Firm is currently evaluating and accepting Actos bladder cancer cases.
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Fosamax Femur Fractures
According to new medical research, patients who have suffered a femur fracture while using Fosamax, Actonel or another bisphophonate medication can decrease their chances of having a second break if they stop taking the drug.
Findings presented at a meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons indicate that the risk of suffering a second femur fracture drop significantly when people stop taking the osteoporosis drugs, which include Fosamax, Actonel, Boniva, Reclast and Zometa.
The researchers concluded that, “We recommend discontinuing bisphosphonate use as soon as possible after the index atypical femur fracture has occurred.”
A popular osteoporosis drug, Fosamax® is implicated to cause spontaneous femur fractures and osteonecrosis of the jaw. The drug was designed to strengthen bones, but many people have experienced the opposite effect. Fosamax has been associated with degeneration of bones and fractured femurs in many people taking the drug.
Fosamax (alendronate sodium) is an osteoporosis drug prescribed millions of people to reduce the risk of fractures. Now doctors and medical experts are noticing a connection between non-impact femur fractures and broken bones from Fosamax usage. We have cases where women suffered fractures of their femurs with either minor trauma or spontaneously without any history of trauma.
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Acetaminophen Tylenol Liver Damage Liver Failure
Tylenol is the most popular pain killer in America, with billions of the tablets and capsules sold each year.
Acetaminophen is the generic name for Tylenol, and is found in well over 200 commonly available over the counter medications, including DayQuil® and Tylenol®.
Acetaminophen-related liver injuries (a.k.a Acetaminophen Injury or Paracetamol Overdose ) result in over 56,000 emergency room visits each year, 26,000 hospitalizations each year, and over 450 deaths.
If you believe you have sustained liver injury, liver damage or liver failure due to your use of Tylenol or Acetaminophen, you should seek an attorney to pursue a lawsuit. Dr Shezad Malik Law Firm is a national law firm representing victims of dangerous drugs in every state in the United States.
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Areas Of Practice
Our Dallas Fort Worth Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Attorneys and Lawyers have extensive experience in the areas of: car and truck accident , sexual abuse , tractor trailer and commercial vehicle litigation , medical malpractice , wrongful death, serious auto accidents and car wrecks , bus accidents, dog bites , product liability , brain/head injuries , burn and electrical injuries , spinal cord injuries , premises liability/slip and falls, negligent security , and many other types of personal injury cases.
Personal Injury Quick Facts
Personal Injury is a term commonly used to describe the various types of bodily injury, hence the word "personal." Typically a plaintiff (the person who is injured) in a personal injury case is complaining that some person (the defendant or tortfeasor) has committed a negligent act or failed to commit an act by omission, which directly led to the person’s injury (causation). This bodily injury is called damages.
We Handle The Following Types Of Personal Injury Cases: Car Accidents
Car accidents are fairly common and unfortunately it is impossible to prevent a personal injury or wrongful death in all types of car wrecks or traffic accidents at intersections. The car accident attorneys at the Dr Shezad Malik Law Firm have represented individuals and families who have suffered serious injuries ranging from whiplash, back and spine injuries, damaged arms and legs (soft tissue injury), fractures, amputations and wrongful death.
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Drunk Driver Car Accidents
It is obvious that alcohol can affect perception and the essential motor skills necessary to operate a car, truck, motorbike or any other motor vehicle. Many traffic accidents are caused as a result of drivers being under the influence of alcohol while operating their motor vehicle. Alcohol impairs driving judgment, reaction time, braking time and braking distance and can result in severe or deadly car accidents, truck accidents, and other motor vehicle accidents involving stationary objects.
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Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents can result in catastrophic personal injury or death because of a lack of a metal protective covering surrounding the motor bike rider. Motorcycle accident personal injuries can be variable, for example minor cuts, scrapes, road burns, broken bones, head and traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and even wrongful death.
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Truck Accidents
Truck accidents can cause property damage and personal injuries when folks are involved in a tractor-trailer or trucking accident. If you or your family member have suffered personal injury as a result of a collision with 18 wheeler truck, you may be entitled to recovery for damages and other expenses.
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Construction Accident and Work Accident
The following are types of work related personal injuries and accidents that an attorney at the Dr Shezad Malik Law Firm can handle for you. Usually, construction injuries occur from the use of mechanical and diesel powered equipment such as industrial fork lifts, building cranes, 18 wheeler or dump trucks, hi-tension electrical wiring injuries, slip and fall injuries, faulty or defective equipment injuries. We handle the following types of Construction Site Injury accidents:
- Machine and Equipment Accident
- Falling Object Accidents
- Crane Accident
- Ladder falls and ladder accidents
- Slip and Falls from dangerous construction site
- Scaffolding Accidents
- Injury from Burns and Electrocution Accidents
Bicycle Accidents
50% of all bicycle wrongful death occur to children under sixteen. Types and extent of injuries can vary from minor cuts and bruises to severe injuries such as Skull and Head injuries, Traumatic Brain Injuries, broken bones and Spinal Cord Injuries, which are common in bicycle accidents. Bicycle Injuries occur most frequently as a result of negligent car driver, motor vehicle and truck drivers.
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Product Liability, Dangerous Drugs and Defective Medical Devices
Product liability occurs when manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, retailers, and others who make products available to the public are held responsible for the injuries those products cause. Products liability claims can be based on negligence, strict liability or breach of warranty of fitness depending on the jurisdiction within which the claim is based.
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Wrongful Death
The wrongful death of a loved one or a family member can be catastrophic and devastating. The anguish and devastation can be multiplied many times over when the death is caused by the act of another. Wrongful Death means that a person's death was caused by the negligent or intentional acts of another person, business or government entity.
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Medical Malpractice and Hospital Negligence
A medical malpractice claim arises when the action of a hospital, physician, or other healthcare provider ends in a patient's injury or death. The injured victim, the plaintiff, making the medical malpractice claim must have evidence that the medical provider did not provide ordinary care and this caused harm to the patient.
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Traumatic Brain Personal Injury
Traumatic brain injury to the brain results from an external force, rapid acceleration, deceleration, or penetration of the skull by a foreign object. Traumatic brain injury can be classified as closed or penetrating head injury. There are many causes include slip and falls, trip and falls, motor vehicle accidents, construction site and work place injuries and violence.
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Burn and Electrocution Injury
A burn is a type of Personal Injury that can be caused by several factors such as heat, electricity, chemicals, light, radiation or friction. Some burns affect the skin tissue, Burn and Electrocution complications include shock, infection, multiple organ dysfunction syndrome, electrolyte imbalance and respiratory distress leading to death may occur.
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Birth Injury and Cerebral Palsy
Birth Injury refers to damage suffered by a baby during the process of birth. Birth Personal Injury can vary from minor to major catastrophic types. Babies can suffer serious medical problems as a result of negligent prenatal care, delivery, or post-delivery care. Birth injury is a tragic event that can have permanent impact on the mother and child and ultimately the entire family is affected.
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Spinal Cord Injury and Paralysis
Spinal cord injury may result from direct injury to the cord itself or indirectly from damage to surrounding bones, tissues, or blood vessels. Spinal cord injuries may occur from motor vehicle accidents, falls, sports injuries, industrial accidents, gunshot wounds, assault, and other causes.
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Call us at 817-900-8439 in Fort Worth or in Dallas toll free at 888-210-9693 or send us an e-mail to schedule a free initial consultation about a car accident , slip and fall premises liability claim or any other personal injury or wrongful death case . We handle all cases on a contingency basis, which means you pay nothing unless we accomplish our mission of getting justice for you.
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Our law firm’s principal office is in Southlake and we have offices in Fort Worth and in Dallas, Texas, and we represent people across Texas and the United States, for Personal Injury and Wrongful Death.
After you or a family member has experienced a serious personal injury, you had to make tough and necessary decisions. Now, you have other equally important decisions to make. If you believe that a company, product, or other person is at fault in your personal injury, contact our office and our personal injury attorneys now.
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The Dr. Shezad Malik Law Firm is within 30 miles of the district courthouses of four counties - Dallas, Tarrant, Denton and Collin - allowing its lawyers the ability to maximally service these, and other Texas counties. The attorneys of the firm represent clients in courts throughout Texas.
Dr Shezad Malik Law Firm represents drug side effects and defective medical devices personal injury clients for claims, lawsuits and settlements in Alabama AL, Alaska AK, Arizona AZ, Arkansas AR, California CA, Colorado CO, Connecticut CT, Delaware DE, Florida, FL, Georgia GA, Hawaii HI, Idaho ID, Illinois IL, Iowa, IA, Kansas KS, Kentucky, KY, Louisiana, LA, Maine ME, Maryland MD, Massachusetts MA, Michigan, MI, Minnesota MN, Missouri, MO, Mississippi MS, Montana MT, Nebraska NE, Nevada, NV, New Hampshire NH, New Jersey NJ, New Mexico NM, New York NY, North Carolina NC, North Dakota ND, Ohio, OH, Oklahoma OK, Oregon OR, Pennsylvania, PA, Rhode Island RI, South Carolina SC, South Dakota SD, Tennessee TN, Texas, TX, Utah UT, Vermont VT, Virginia VA, Washington WA, Washington D.C, West Virginia WV, Wisconsin WI and Wyoming WY. Dr Shezad Malik Law Firm includes Accutane, Actos, Fosamax lawsuits, YAZ, Yasmin, Ocella, BeYaz and Gianvi lawsuits, DePuy ASR and Pinnacle Metal on Metal Hip replacement, Medtronic Infuse Bone Graft and TransVaginal Mesh lawsuits, among others.
Dr Shezad Malik Law Firm has offices based in Southlake, Fort Worth, and Dallas and represents people who have suffered catastrophic and serious personal injuries or the loss of loved ones, including wrongful death, caused by the negligence or recklessness of others. We specialize in Personal Injury trial litigation and focus our energy and efforts on those we represent. It is an unfortunate reality of life, that accidents and negligent acts takes people's lives.
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