In 2013, Johnson & Johnson agreed to pay $2.2 Billion dollars civil fines and criminal penalties for the false marketing and distribution of the ant-psychotic medication Risperdal. Risperdal was originally designed to treat symptoms of schizophrenia. However, in order to increase sales J&J marketed the drug as a treatment for a host of other behavioral and psychological conditions including
• ADD – Attention Deific Disorder
• ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
• Bipolar Disorder
• Autism Spectrum
Individuals who were prescribed Risperdal and have suffered serious health effects have the right seek financial compensation for their injuries. If you or a loved one have suffered from serious side effects including breast growth (gynecomastia) due to the taking of Risperdal contact our law offices toll-free (800)790-5422.
Risperdal Side Effects – Breast Enlargement:
Breast growth, known in the medical community as gynecomastia, can present itself in one breast of both breasts of young males. Some of the side effects of gynecomastia include general pain and swelling in and around the region, lactation and general discharge from the nipples, tenderness, puffiness and sensitivity of the nipples.
About Our Law Firm: The top-rated Normandie Law Firm is dedicated to pursuing justice for individuals who have suffered serious side effects due to the taking of the anti-psychotic medication Risperdal including the development of female like breasts in males. Our goal is to see to it that our clients receive full and just compensation under the law. We have a team of qualified and skilled attorneys with experience in Risperdal cases available to help you earn fair restitution for your damages.
Filing a Product Liability Lawsuit – Defective Drug Litigation:
Drug side effect claims are predicated on a product liability cause of action. There are three main ways to prove the existence of a defect in an unsafe drug. For one, there may be a defect due to faulty design of the drug. This can be proven by showing the existence of a differing design at the time of production that provided the same level of efficacy and a substantially lower level harm.
Other Potential Causes of Action that Can be Pursued Include:
• General and specific breach of warranty – all products including pharmaceuticals carry warranty of merchantability.
• Pure negligence theory – breach of general duty resulted in harm to the victim
• NIED – Negligence Infliction of Emotional Distress
An experienced attorney with experience handling Risperdal injury claims can give you the best advice on what the proper course of action is.
Time Limit to Filing a Claim Against J&J for the Manufacturing and Sale of Dangerous Drugs: In the state of California, personal injury claims, including drug side effect lawsuits, must be filed within a specific time period. Failure to file a claim can result in the elimination of your right to recovery. In the state of California civil injury lawsuits must be filed within two years from the date of the injury. In some instances, courts will allow for a tolling of the statute, thus allowing for victims to file claims after the initial time period has passed.
An accomplished attorney who has experience in Risperdal cases can help you make sure you don’t miss any deadlines or time limits.
What is the Value of My Case – Risperdal Lawsuit Settlement Amounts:
The value of a risperdal gynecomastia claim is based on several significant factors. Some of the most important factors in determining the value of your case include the level of harm suffered, requirement for cosmetic surgery (removal of breast tissue), emotional harm (including pain and suffering and PTSD), loss of income due to inability to work, loss of future income, rehabilitation expenses, and availability of punitive damages. Punitive damages, in particular, are worth a lot of money and are doled out as punishment, but many courts view them as excessive; as a result, only an expert lawyer experienced in Risperdal cases will be able to win them for you.
Cost of Hiring a Top Attorney to Represent You: Our law firm will represent your case strictly on a contingency fee basis. This means that any of our legal fees will be contingent on a successful resolution of your case. So, if we are not able to get you the compensation you deserve, we will not get paid a dime. Our clients do not have to pay for any of their legal expenses out of pocket. Our experienced lawyers will do everything they can to bring you fair compensation.
Contacting an Attorney: Here at Normandie Law Firm, we understand how difficult and stressful it is to speak to an attorney regarding your case. That is why we offer all our clients with confidential and free case reviews 24 hours per day, 7 days out of the week, 52 weeks out of the year. WE NEVER CLOSE OUR DOORS TO VICTIMS OF HARM. To reach out to us, call (800) 790-5422.
An attorney with expertise in Risperdal injury lawsuits will be able to speak with you right away.
