YouHaveRights.com Legal Topics Podcast

Prozac Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 21:55:21 -0500

If your child was born with a birth defect such as PPHN and you took an SSRI antidepressant in pregnancy such as Prozac, you have legal rights. Please contact Mark & Associates, P.C. today for a FREE legal consultation about your Prozac birth defect case. Many women who took Prozac or another SSRI drug while pregnant were unaware of the risks the drug would pose to their children. Our defective drug lawyers may be able to pursue a legal claim on behalf of you and your child. Mark & Associates, P.C. takes NO legal fees whatsoever unless we win or settle your Prozac case. Call 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) to speak with a lawyer today, or fill out our Prozac case review form on youhaverights.com.

Paxil Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 21:53:07 -0500

Did you take Paxil during pregnancy? If your child was born with a birth defect, you have legal rights and are urged to contact Mark & Associates, P.C. today for a FREE legal consultation. Many women who took Paxil while pregnant were unaware of the risks the drug would pose to their children. Our defective drug lawyers may be able to pursue a legal claim on behalf of you and your child. We have worked with many families struggling to pay medical expenses and to cope with a child with health problems as a result of Paxil. Mark & Associates, P.C. takes NO legal fees whatsoever unless we win or settle your Paxil birth defect case. Call 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) to speak with a lawyer today, or fill out our Paxil case review form.

Plavix Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 21:52:49 -0500

Plavix (generic: clopidogrel bisulfate) is an antiplatelet (anticoagulant, anti-clotting) agent that is marketed by Bristol-Myers Squibb and Sanofi-Aventis. Plavix is used in patients with atherosclerosis, acute ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), acute coronary syndrome without ST-segment elevation (NSTEMI), and after placement of coronary stents. For patients who have had heart attack, stroke or poor leg circulation, or have recently had angioplasty, an anti-clotting drug such as Plavix is often prescribed. Did you or a family member take Plavix / clopidogrel bisulfate and suffer from gastrointestinal side effects such as peptic ulcers or bleeding? If so, you have legal rights. Please contact Mark & Associates, P.C. today for a FREE legal consultation about your potential Plavix case. Our defective drug lawyers take Plavix cases on contingency, meaning that there will be NO legal fees unless we win compensation on your behalf. Call 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) to speak with our defective drug team today, or fill out our online Plavix case form.

Seroquel Diabetes Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 21:51:30 -0500

Seroquel (generic: quetiapine fumarate) is manufactured by the drug company AstraZeneca. Seroquel is a neuroleptic and is part of a newer class of antipsychotic medications called "atypical antipsychotics." These newer medications have been marketed as being as effective but as having fewer side effects than their older counterparts (i.e. Haldol). However, Seroquel and other drugs in its class are linked with a higher risk of diabetes and other blood sugar disorders than the older antipsychotics. Did you or a family member take Seroquel and suffer from diabetes or another blood sugar disorder? If so, you have legal rights and are encouraged to contact Mark & Associates, P.C. Call 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) to speak with a lawyer today, or fill out our case review form on youhaverights.com and someone will contact you.

Stevens Johnson Syndrome Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 21:49:53 -0500

Stevens Johnson Syndrome patients suffer from inflammation of the skin and mucous membranes. Since mucous membranes are present in many organs throughout the body, such as the eyes, digestive system, lungs and respiratory system, many organs can become significantly affected during the disease process. If someone you loved has been diagnosed with Steven-Johnson Syndrome, please contact the law offices of Mark & Associates today for a free legal consultation. Call 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) today, or visit us online at youhaverights.com.

Risperdal Blood Sugar Disorders Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:03:30 -0500

Did you or a family member take Risperdal and suffer from diabetes or another blood sugar disorder? If so, you have legal rights and are encouraged to contact Mark & Associates, P.C. today for a FREE legal consultation about your potential case.Eli Lilly, the manufacturer of Zyprexa, another atypical antipsychotic, has already settled with patients due to the risk of diabetes associated with its schizophrenia drug. Mark & Associates, P.C. takes all Risperdal cases on contingency, meaning that there will be NO legal fees unless we win or settle your case. Call 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) to speak with a defective drug lawyer at our firm today, or fill out our online case form on youhaverights.com.

Oxycontin Addiction Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:56:53 -0500

Oxycontin has emerged as one of the most abused prescription drugs ever approved by the FDA. The drug which contains the active ingredient oxycodone has been compared to the street drug heroin in terms of high and addiction. In fact in 2001, the FDA required Purdue Pharma, the drug’s manufacturer, to add a new warning stating that Oxycontin is potentially as addictive as morphine. If you or a loved one has suffered from Oxycontin addiction, you may have valuable legal rights. While a settlement was recently announced, there is still time to file your Oxycontin addiction lawsuit again Purdue Pharma. Contact Mark & Associates, P.C. today to have an experienced attorney evaluate your case for free. Please complete the inquiry form on youhaverights.com, or call 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) to have you case evaluated today.

LASIK Surgery Injuries Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:55:04 -0500

Damage, loss, or distortion of the corneal flap, vision loss and blindness, hazy, blurry vision, glare, starbursts, floaters, halo, ghosting, night vision problems, decreased contrast sensitivity, extreme eye dryness, infection, scarring. If you or a loved one underwent refractive eye surgery such as LASIK or PRK and suffered from complications such as keratitis, vision loss, decrease in vision, pain, extreme dry eyes or infection, contact us today for a free legal consultation about your case. LASIK patients can protect their legal rights by calling Mark & Associates, P.C. at 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) or by filling out our online form on youhaverights.com.

Icy Hot Heat Therapy Burn Injuries Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:54:31 -0500

Chattem, Inc. recalled several Icy Hot Heat Therapy products after the company received over 200 reports of first, second and third degree burns. If you or a loved one was injured by an Icy Hot Therapy product, you may have valuable rights. To receive a FREE legal consultation, contact Mark & Associates, P.C. today. Mark & Associates, P.C. represents all Icy Hot Therapy injury victims on a contingency basis. This means there are NO legal fees unless we win compensation in your case. Call 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) or fill out our online Icy Hot case review form on youhaverights.com today.

Fosamax and Osteonecrosis of the Jaw Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:46:11 -0500

Fosamax has been linked with Osteonecrosis of the Jawbone. Osteonecrosis refers to death of a bone; the bone tissue rots and dies due to lack of blood supply. In Osteonecrosis of the Jawbone, parts of the jaw bone rot and may fail to heal following oral surgery or dental work. Patients taking Fosamax are at a higher risk for developing Osteonecrosis of the Jawbone. Did you or a loved one suffer side effects while taking Fosamax? If so, you have legal rights. Women taking Fosamax or who took it in the past are urged to contact Mark & Associates P.C. today for a FREE legal consultation. In many cases, our defective drug lawyers are able to win compensation for patients who suffered complications such as Osteonecrosis of the Jaw as a result of taking the osteoporosis drug. Mark & Associates P.C. takes NO legal fees whatsoever unless we win or settle your Fosamax case. Call 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) to speak with a lawyer today, or fill out our case review form on youhaverights.com and someone will contact you.

Elidel Skin Cancer and Lymphoma Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:42:53 -0500

On January 19, 2006 the fears that Elidel could be linked to cancer were confirmed when the FDA issued a black box warning that said the cream may be linked with lymphoma and skin cancer. The FDA warning also said that Elidel should only be used for a short time, and not for continuous long-term use which was common amongst atopic dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis patients. If you or a loved one was prescribed Elidel and developed Lymphoma, skin cancer or any other side effect you may have valuable legal rights. Contact Mark & Associates, P.C. today to have an experienced attorney evaluate your case for absolutely free. To request a free case evaluation, please complete a submission form on youhaverights.com or call 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448).

Duragesic Pain Patches Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:40:57 -0500

Fentanyl is a powerful opiate which functions similar to heroin in the body. Patients who overdose on the drug may experience weak, shallow breathing (hypoventilation), low blood pressure and unconsciousness. f you or a loved one has died or suffered an injury due to a Duragesic (fentanyl) Pain Patch, you may have valuable legal rights. Contact Mark & Associates, P.C. today for a free legal consultation. Our experienced, aggressive personal injury attorneys will fight for the financial compensation to which you are entitled. Contact our law firm today by completing the case submission form on youhaverights.com, or by calling 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448).

Zimmer Durom Cup Hip Replacement Quick Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:36:56 -0500

On July 22, 2008, Zimmer Holdings, Inc. announced it was removing its Durom Cup hip replacement component from the U.S. market. Zimmer’s decision to recall the Durom Cup came after a prominent surgeon complained that the device was failing at an unusually high rate, forcing patients to have replacement surgery. If you or a loved one had hip replacement surgery that used a Zimmer Durom Cup, you may be entitled to financial compensation. Mark & Associates, P.C. is offering free legal consultations to all hip replacement patients who have had complications after their surgery. For a free consultation, please complete the inquiry form on any page of our website, youhaverights.com, or call 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448).

Stryker Hip Replacement Quick Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:34:58 -0500

Common injuries caused by the defective Stryker hip replacement components ranged from pain and discomfort to fractured bones. The replacement hips also squeaked when users walked. If you received a defective Stryker hip replacement that caused you pain or injury, you may have rights. Makers of medical devices may fail to properly test their products before offering them to patients, which can lead to devastating and painful injuries. You may be able to receive financial compensation for your medical bills, pain and suffering, and other damages. Contact Mark & Associates, P.C. today for a complimentary, no-obligation review of your Stryker hip replacement case. Call 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448).

Spiriva HandiHaler Quick Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:31:25 -0500

Spiriva HandiHaler had an elevated risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular death when compared to people taking the generic drug albuterol, salmeterol (marketed by GlaxoSmithKline Plcas Serevent), or the combination of fluticasone and salmeterol (marketed by Glaxo as Advair), or a placebo. If you or a loved one used the Spiriva HandiHaler and suffered a heart attack, stroke, or cardiovascular death, you may have rights. You should speak with a qualified lawyer from Mark & Associates, P.C. as quickly as possible to ensure that your legal rights are protected. Mark & Associates, P.C. represents people across the United States who have been injured by dangerous drugs. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to discuss your case. Contact us today by submitting the case inquiry form on our website or by calling 1-866-50- RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448).

Accutane Quick Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:28:10 -0500

What are the risks? Inflammatory Bowel Disease - A group of serious conditions that cause the intestines to become severely inflammed. Crohn's Disease - A serious inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes ulcers to form in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Ulcerative Colitis - A disease of the intestine, specifically the large intestine or colon, that causes ulcers, or open sores, in the colon. Birth Defects - Accutane is classified as FDA Pregnancy Category X and should not be used under any circumstances if pregnant. Accutane is linked with many serious side effects. To discuss your Accutane case with a defective drug lawyer free of charge, please contact us by calling 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) or by filling out our Accutane case review form.

You Have Rights Topics Overview

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 16:18:55 -0500

In this current series of podcasts, we are going to be giving our listeners a brief overview of each legal topic on our website. The main areas of interest we will be covering are Dangerous Drugs, Defective Medical Devices, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Corporate Fraud, Toxic Exposure, and Defective Products. Brought to you by Mark & Associates, P.C. please visit our website, youhaverights.com, to download other podcasts, learn more about current legal issues, or fill out form for a free legal consultation. You may also call us toll free at 1-866-50-RIGHTS (866 507 4448).

Antibiotics Cipro & Levaquin linked to Tendon Ruptures and Tendonitis

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:32:26 -0500

The safety of a class of antibiotics, known as fluoroquinolones, has recently been called into question after widespread reports of tendon ruptures and severe tendonitis in patients using these powerful medications. After receiving hundreds of reports, they issued a Black Box warning this July that is to be placed on the packing of all fluoroquinolone antibiotics. A black box warning is the most severe warning the FDA can issue for a drug. The warning intends to warn patients of the risk of tendon rupture and tendonitis. These risks should be taken seriously. If you or a loved one or someone you know has taken one of these antibiotics, please call 1-866-50-RIGHTS, 1-866-507-4448 today, or fill out a free case evaluation form on our website: youhaverights.com

Heparin linked to severe allergic reactions and death

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 21:18:42 -0500

U.S. officials announced that Heparin has been linked to 149 deaths in people who had allergic reactions after taking the widely prescribed blood thinner medication. The new tally was posted on June 16, 2008 and can be found the FDA’S website. These new statistics expands the toll of people who took the Heparin and suffered allergic reactions. The agency said in April 2008 it knew of 81 people who died after suffering allergic reactions from the drug, made from pig intestines. Baxter International Inc. recalled its version of Heparin in January 2008 after reports of harmful side effects. Baxter has said it believes the blood thinner was intentionally contaminated during the manufacturing process in China. Members of Congress have called for drug makers to pay higher fees to fund inspection of overseas factories that make drug ingredients.

Pfizer admits to the adverse side effects of Chantix

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 22:02:00 -0500

The Pfizer public relations machine has been running at full speed lately, ever since widespread reports of suicidal thoughts, aggressive behavior and other serious adverse reactions in users of the pharmaceutical giant’s popular Chantix anti-smoking drug intensified. Chantix users have been experiencing angry, irrational behavior, terrifying dreams and a host of other problems, prompting a non-profit pharmaceutical watch dog group to recently publish a report detailing at least 988 “serious adverse events” relating to the drug filed with FDA during the last 3 months of 2007 – more reports than for any other medication received by FDA during the same period

Digitek/Digoxin double thickness pills leads to overdose and toxicity in heart patients

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Wed, 28 May 2008 17:20:00 -0500

Mark & Associates, P.C. is currently representing victims of Digitek/digoxin overdose or toxicity due to pills containing twice the normal dose of active ingredient. Digitek is prescribed to treat heart failure and irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). Tablets were sold with double the thickness as typical tablets, and it is suspected that these pills contained double the active ingredient. The double strength pills may lead to digitalis toxicity in patients experiencing renal failure or in those patients with decreased tolerance to the drug. If you or a loved one received these defective Digitek pills and suffered an adverse side effect, please contact us today for a free legal consultation about your case. We can be reached day or night by calling 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) or by visiting our websites: http://www.youhaverights.com and http://www.digitekdigoxinlawsuit.com

Shoulder Pain Pumps Linked to Permanent Cartilage Damage

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 21:02:00 -0500

A study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine revealed that the use of intra-articular pain pump catheters after shoulder surgery appears to cause permanent cartilage damage, a condition known as post-arthroscopic glenohumeral or PAGCL.

Was Bear Stearns acting in the shareholders best interest?

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 18:50:00 -0500

On March 16, 2007, Bear Stearns (BSC) agreed to be acquired by JP Morgan Chase for a mere $2.00 per share. This came after an announcement on March 14, 2008 that JP Morgan Chase was part of a bail out package to keep Bear Stearns from going bankrupt. Just days before the bailout was announced, Bear Stearns executives publicly downplayed the companies troubles in an apparent fraudulent attempt to instill investor confidence. The decline of Bear Stearns stock price and subsequent sale is one of the sharpest declines for a blue chip stock ever. On March, 12, 2008 the stock was trading at $61.58 and just four days later Bear Stearns, with apparently no other options but bankruptcy, agreed to be purchased for $2.00 per share.

Yamaha Rhino ATV Rollover Accidents

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 01:03:00 -0600

The Yamaha Rhino ATV has been associated with a high number of rollover accidents. Serious design flaws in the Yamaha Rhino have made it top heavy and prone to rollover and have caused deaths, tibia and leg breaks, and amputations.

Is Bayer Responsible for Thousands of Patient Deaths Because of Trasylol?

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:21:00 -0600

On November 5, 2007 Bayer AG announced they were removing their blood clotting drug Trasylol (aprotinin) from the market worldwide. While Bayer said the recall was not yet permanent, it is the first time the company publically acknowledged that the drug may be dangerous. Bayer AG said they decided to remove Trasylol from the market after a Canadian study revealed that the drug increased the risk of kidney damage, heart attack, stroke and death and was not more effective than competing medications. However, this recently released study was not the first study that clearly illustrated the risks of Trasylol. In January 2006 a prominent medical journal published the results of two older studies which both showed the dangers or Trasylol. One of these studies was an internal Bayer AG study that was not presented to the FDA. CBS recently reported on their popular program 60 minutes that a researcher estimates that 22,000 patients could have been saved if the FDA removed the heart surgery drug Trasylol two years ago, when his study revealed widespread death associated with it.

Botox Linked to Potentially Fatal Side Effects

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 22:03:00 -0600

The Food and Drug Administration has warned that the popular drug Botox has been linked to dangerous botulism symptoms, which has resulted in an unspecified number of deaths. Botox is best known as an anti-wrinkle treatment, but the drug is also approved to treat select neurological conditions and excessive sweating. The drug is also commonly used off-label (non-approved used) for the treatment of muscle spasticity in cerebral palsy patients. In its warning, the FDA said that the deaths it was investigating occurred in children who had cerebral palsy.

Chantix Linked to Suicidal Behavior

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 21:17:01 -0600

Chantix is a prescription anti-smoking drug manufactured by Pfizer, one of the biggest pharmaceutical giants in our society today. Smoking has been referred to as a silent killer in our society. It has claimed the lives of countless people, and over the years there have been a variety of different techniques developed and used to try and help people kick their smoking habit. Pfizer has been very aggressive in their attempts to promote Chantix. They have come out with commercials on television that try to reach out to the consumer and persuade them to use Chantix. Their message however does not sufficiently inform the consumer that by using Chantix a person can end up causing deadly harm to him or herself. Their message does not properly convey the risks of this medication.

Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 19:29:32 -0600

Mesothelioma is a very serious condition. If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you should find out as much as you can about this life changing condition. Mark & Associates aims to provide you with important information regarding asbestos and mesothelioma.

Preemption and the FDA

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 20:32:00 -0600

Preemption has the ability to impact our health care system more than any other and it's barely being discussed. You can't turn on the news these days without hearing about the economy, the environment, the war and about health care but you've not heard about preemption and it is time for some public discussion about it. Preemption is a legal defense that the manufacturers of drugs and medical devices try to raise in lawsuits in order to shield themselves from any liability. Medical device and drug manufacturers frequently try to claim that the FDA's approval of a device or a drug grants them immunity, complete immunity, from being held accountable in cases when their products injured or kill people.

Avandia Side Effects Include Heart Attacks and Congestive Heart Failure

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 23:20:01 -0600

Avandia is a popular diabetes drug manufactured and marketed by the pharmaceutical company Glaxo Smith Kline. Avandia was approved by the FDA in May of 1999 and has emerged as one of the top-selling drugs in the United States. Several medical reports have linked Avandia to serious side effects including, heart attacks, congestive heart failure and bone fractures.

Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Defibrillator Leads Recalled

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 02:45:00 -0600

On October 15, 2007 Medtronic notified doctors and patients that it was removing its Sprint Fidelis defibrillator leads from the market. The company issued the recall after it received numerous reports of fractures in the Sprint Fidelis leads. A defibrillator lead is used to connect a defibrillator or a pacemaker to the heart, and any fracture in the lead can result in unnecessary shocks. The recall involved four specific model numbers: 6930, 6931, 6948, 6949. The leads were implanted in approximately 268,000 patients.

Admiralty and Maritime Legal Rights

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 17:57:01 -0500

Maritime injury claims fall under a very complex area of U.S. law. Depending on how a worker is classified can determine the size of the financial recovery. For this reason it is essential to speak with a lawyer before filing any claim or agreeing to any settlement. There are also very short filing deadlines under maritime law, so time is of the essence.

MRI Agent Gadolinium

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 17:55:00 -0500

In MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) or MRA (Magnetic Resonance Angiography) scans, patients may be injected with a gadolinium-based contrast agent which can lead to a life-threatening skin disorder in kidney patients. Because kidney failure patients may be unable to filter the gadolinium out of their systems, a recently identified disorder called Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis / Nephrogenic Fibrosing Dermotherapy (NSF/NFD) may develop.

Davol Bard Composix Kugel Hernia Mesh Patch

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 17:48:00 -0500

FDA records show that as far back as 2002, Davol Bard began to receive complaints about broken rings in the extra large versions of the patch. Davol initially blamed the broken devices on doctors improperly folding the patches for placement during hernia repair. It was not until December 2005 that Davol ran tests and realized that the broken rings were not due to doctor error, but rather failure at the ring weld. In 2006, the FDA found that Davol was tracking complaints about the hernia patch improperly and that adverse reports were understated.

Denied Insurance Claims

jmark@youhaverights.com (Jason Mark) — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 17:45:00 -0500

Americans purchase disability insurance to provide financial assistance when they need it the most. Disability insurance benefits are intended to replace between 40 to 60 percent of an individual’s gross income if they (s)he is unable to work for an extended period of time. Unfortunately, many legitimate disability claims are often unfairly denied by the disability insurance companies.