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drug_recall ritalinRitalin Lawsuit
Ritalin, made by Novartis AG, is the most commonly prescribed Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) drug. Ritalin works as a stimulant to improve the symptoms of ADHD, which are characterized by poor concentration, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness.
Concerns about Ritalin dangers
New reports by the Food and Drug Administration reveal that 51 U.S. deaths occurring between 1999 and 2003 may be linked to ADHD drugs including Ritalin. Serious side effects of the drugs may include heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure, death, and other cardiovascular problems. Mounting concern over the safety of Ritalin may indicate an increase in Ritalin lawsuits.
What is a Ritalin lawsuit?
A Ritalin lawsuit is the civil legal action that can be filed on behalf of patients who have suffered considerable losses including pain and suffering, serious injury, death, loss of income capacity, and medical bills due to Ritalin.
Who would a Ritalin lawsuit be filed against?
The Ritalin lawsuit would be filed against Novartis AG, the makers of Ritalin under products liability law. Manufacturers can be held to strict liability standards, which means that Novartis can held responsible for any damages or injuries caused by Ritalin regardless of whether or not they acted negligently or committed some wrongful act
What can I recover through a Ritalin Lawsuit?
An experienced and qualified attorney can help you file a Ritalin lawsuit to recover damages suffered for physical and emotional injury. Compensations may be recovered for pain and suffering, loss of income capacity, serious injury, death, and medical bills. Other damages may also be awarded depending on your particular case.
What is a statute of limitations?
A statute of limitations limits the time in which you have to file a Ritalin lawsuit. The laws determining statutes of limitations vary by state and circumstance. To learn more about the time limits related to your Ritalin lawsuit, it is wise to contact a qualified attorney as soon as possible to protect your legal rights.
Previous Ritalin Lawsuits
Major Ritalin lawsuits were filed in 2000 against Novartis for fraud in the over-promotion of ADHD and Ritalin. The Ritalin lawsuits also charged Novartis for conspiring with the American Psychiatric Association and with CHADD, a group that receives money from the pharmaceutical industry. Numerous class action Ritalin lawsuits were filed between the 1980s and today on behalf of parents whose children suffered adverse effects while taking Ritalin and by other entities claiming wrongful action on behalf of Novartis and other groups.
Have you suffered Ritalin side effects?
If you or a loved one has suffered from serious Ritalin side effects, you may be eligible to file a Ritalin lawsuit. Please contact us to speak with a qualified and experienced attorney. Our attorneys have a wealth of experience handling similar cases and are prepared to protect your legal interests.
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