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disease craniosynostosisCraniosynostosis, a rare brain birth defect, has been linked to the use of SSRIs (selective seratonin reuptake inhibitors) during pregnancy. This link was first discovered in 2005 by Canadian researchers, but was confirmed in June 2007 in a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine . In fact, that study suggested that the use of any SSRI during early pregnancy increases the risk of craniosynostosis by more than 200 percent .
Why Contact a Craniosynostosis Lawyer?
The makers of SSRIs—a class of drugs that includes Paxil, Prozac, Zoloft, Celexa, and numerous others—have an obligation to conduct adequate studies on the safety of their drugs and reflect any safety issues on their product labeling. Though SSRIs have long been associated with an increased risk of certain birth defects, it wasn't until these recent studies that the heightened risk of craniosynostosis was discovered.
If your baby was born with this condition because of SSRI use, you may be able to hold the pharmaceutical company liable for damages by filing a lawsuit. A craniosynostosis lawyer can:
• Evaluate your claim and determine whether or not SSRI use was a factor in your child's condition
• If so, file a lawsuit on your family's behalf
• Negotiate with the defense to obtain a fair and just settlement or try the case before a judge and jury
• Provide support and guidance throughout the legal process
Depending on the circumstances of your case, a craniosynostosis lawyer can help you recover damages for your family's:
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Medical and related financial expenses
Additionally, you may be able to seek punitive damages—intended to punish the defendant and prevent similar acts in the future—against the drug's maker.
Contact a Craniosynostosis Lawyer Today
Statutes of limitations restrict the time you have to file a claim, so it's important to ensure your legal rights are protected by contacting a craniosynostis lawyer as soon as possible. Contact us today and we will put you in touch with an attorney who has extensive experience handling defective pharmaceutical cases and who can help you maximize your legal rights.