Joshua P. Myers - St. Louis Personal Injury Blog

The Cost of Receiving Electronic Records in Missouri Now Has a Cap

2011-09-08T20:01:28Z

Many Missouri personal injury attorneys keep a client's files in secure electronic documents in order to reduce the reliance on paper. Electronic documents also makes accessing and storing files easier. Since personal injury cases require medical records to make a case for the client, digital documents keep the case well organized. Depending on the personal injury case, some Missouri personal injury attorneys would have several boxes of medical records and those medical records are expensive. Recently, the Missouri legislature amended the statute that specified cost of retrieving medical records.

Before the amendment of the statutes, all medical records were subject to a processing fee plus a per-page charge. The fees were once $17.05 to process the medical records and then each page totaled $.40 even if the records were just emailed in an electronic document. So, essentially, the law forced Missouri personal injury attorneys to pay $.40 per page for medical records that were sent digitally. Since records include the patient's registration, charts, monitoring notes, consults, and nurse assessments; one hospital stay could end up with hundreds of pages of records.

Although the reason to keep digital records for personal injury cases began as a way to cut down the carbon footprint and free up office space, now Missouri personal injury attorneys have another reason to go digital. The amendment of Missouri Statute 191.227 now states that the charge for medical records sent electronically cannot exceed $25 regardless of the number of pages sent.

"If the health care provider stores records in an electronic or digital format, and provides the requested records and affidavit, if requested, in an electronic or digital format, not more than five dollars plus fifty cents per page or twenty-five dollars total, whichever is less"

Now electronic medical records can cost no more than $25, which is much better than what Missouri personal injury attorneys would pay under the old law. Under the old law if a personal injury attorney requested medical records with 1000 pages, he or she would end up paying $420.00 even if the records were sent digitally. This is good news for Missouri personal injury victims since under the contingency fee agreement; attorneys deduct the cost of medical records from the amount awarded to the victim.

The cost savings of electronic records means that Missouri personal injury victims will receive more compensation for their injuries and spend less money trying to get the compensation. People and companies have a responsibility to not cause harm to others. If the negligence of a person or company causes injury, contact our experienced Missouri personal injury attorneys at 800.956.2487. You and your family may be entitled to compensation as a result of his or her negligence.

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Joshua P. Myers is the owner and President of Myers Injury Law, LLC and a founding partner of Schultz & Myers, LLC. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, his personal injury law firm routinely handles product liability cases that result in personal injury or death throughout the United States. If you have been hurt or have lost a loved one due to the negligence of a drug company, please contact a product liability attorney to learn your rights. It is always free to discuss your case and there are never any attorney's fees until we recover on your behalf.

Illegal Exotic Pet Injures Springfield, Missouri Girl at Wal-Mart

2011-09-05T19:55:19Z

During a routine trip to Wal-Mart, and eight-year-old girl was injured in Springfield, Missouri. The little girl was walking through the Wal-Mart parking lot accompanied by her father when she saw a Macaque Monkey sitting in a parked vehicle. The girl was curious of the monkey so she approached the vehicle and the monkey attacked her.

The little girl was taken to a local hospital to be treated for injuries to her forehead. She was given an antibiotic and antiviral as a precaution because the physicians did know if the monkey transmitted any diseases to the girl. Macaque monkeys are known to carry diseases such as herpes, tuberculosis, and hepatitis and they can infect humans with a bite or a scratch.

The monkey's owner told police that the animal only lashed out because it felt threatened by the little girl. Springfield, Missouri's animal control quarantined the monkey to watch for any signs of disease. The owner of the macaque monkey was written a ticket for the violation of the City of Springfield's ordinance against exotic pets.

Children are commonly injured by dog bites, but clearly dogs are not the only animals that pose a threat to children. If a dog or any other pet has bitten you or your child and you have not had a tetanus shot in the last five years, see a doctor immediately. If a pet has bitten you, you also have legal rights against the owner of the dog. Contact our personal injury attorneys in Missouri at 888.956.2487.

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New Research Shows That Antidepressants are Harder on Seniors

2011-08-25T21:47:05Z

New studies are now telling that SSRI antidepressants such as Paxil and Effexor may not be the best option for seniors. The drugs seem to have more negative side effects for seniors. Drugs like Paxil and Effexor are in a class of medications commonly known as "selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)," that have been linked to many adverse side effects. The new British study appeared in the August 2, 2011 issue of the British Medical Journal stating that older antidepressants, tricyclic antidepressants, might be safer for patients over 65-years-old.

According to the study's author Carol Coupland, associate professor of medical statistics at the University of Nottingham states, "The choice of class of antidepressant is a complex decision, and some evidence is still lacking to help with that choice in older patients," she continued, "Low-dose [tricyclic antidepressants] may be more suitable in frail elderly patients at increased risk of falls and fracture."

During the study, prescription information was evaluated for over 60,000 patents between 65 and 100-years-old who had been diagnosed with depression. Of those patients, 90 percent were given one or more prescriptions. Of that 90 percent, 55 percent were given SSRI antidepressants like Effexor or Paxil. The other 32 percent were prescribed tricyclic antidepressants. The rest of the patients were prescribed other antidepressants. The results of the study show that seniors on SSRIs had a "higher risk of dying, having a stroke, falling, breaking a bone and seizures compared with those not taking any antidepressant."

The results have proven to be scary for many seniors being prescribed SSRIs to combat their depression. While the side effects are scary, one important factor should be taken to heart: Tricyclics are better for senior citizens than SSRIs. Still the results from this and previous studies prove that those taking antidepressants and those on a placebo pill have the same efficiency. As an experienced Missouri product liability attorney, I regularly see the pain and confusion that product liability victims go through. I am happy that a support group has been set up to help these families find comfort and prepare for what is to come. Lawsuits for the product liability of drugs like Paxil have increased dramatically.

Our experienced product liability attorneys in the Midwest believe that companies like the makers of Paxil should be held responsible for the harm that their drugs cause. We believe people who have suffered illness and injury from medication should be compensated for their loss. If a manufacturer has misrepresented you or a loved one has been injured by a medication that was not properly manufactured or the side effects, please call 888.956.2487 to speak to one of our experienced product liability attorneys today.

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Another Round of Toys is Recalled by the CPSC

2011-08-19T01:53:37Z

The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, toymaker Battat, Inc., and Heath Canada have issued a recall on a set of toy car keys attached to a car remote. The reason for the recall is the plastic ring, which holds the keys and remote together, can become a choking hazard.

Nearly 1,080,000 of these toys were sold in the United States and nearly 3,600 in Canada. The key ring toys are oversized plastic and metal "keys" attached to the plastic key ring. This key ring hangs from the car remote with a speaker and oversized buttons. When the buttons are pushed, the remote makes noises. As of now there have only been 17 reports of the key rings falling apart.

The recall covers product numbers H26300-01 or H58000-01. The toymaker, Battat, Inc., recommends if parents have purchased this toy to remove it from the child. Once the toy is out of the possession of the child, call the toymaker to make arrangements to send the toy for a replacement. Parents trust that the toys they buy meet the safety requirements so their children are not in harms way.

Manufacturers have a responsibility to make sure their products are safe for consumers. If a defective product injures you, the manufacturer of the product should be held liable. If a recalled toy product in Missouri has injured you or a loved one, contact our experienced product liability attorneys at 800.956.2487. You and your family may be entitled to compensation as a result of the harmful product.

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Can Reglan Cause Tardive Dyskinesia in Breastfed Babies?

2011-08-11T19:35:32Z

It is a well-known fact that Reglan, an acid reflux medication, may cause tardive dyskinesia (TD) in patients if the drug is taken for more than 12 weeks. However, the drug Reglan has been given to help breastfeeding mothers increase lactation. Reglan has been found to help new mothers who are having problems producing milk for their breastfeeding babies. The off-label use does not have a specific dosage, but new mothers have been given 30 mgs a day, which is close to the same dosage of 30-40 mgs heartburn patients take.

Since a person using Reglan for heartburn and a mother using Reglan for lactation are the same, both are at risk for developing TD. The only variable is the purpose the drug is serving, therefore the risks are still the same. The reason the risks are the same is because of the length of time the medication is prescribed may vary, but the effects of the drugs may be more severe in some and less in others. Before Reglan was released, the FDA only approved its use for 12 weeks at a time, which means that women who are breastfeeding are at an even higher risk for developing TD because of the timeframe spent breastfeeding. The question that many Missouri personal injury attorneys are asking is what about the baby?

There is no conclusive evidence on whether a breastfeeding child is at risk for developing TD or other Reglan-related conditions, which means that more studies will need to be conducted. If you are a breastfeeding mother who is taking Reglan and notice symptoms associated with TD, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, Parkinson's Disease, ocular deviation, or biepharaospasm please contact your doctor immediately. After you have spoken with your doctor, speak to Missouri product liability attorney right away, call 888.956.2487 and let one of our experienced attorneys help fight for you.

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Toddler Killed When Stove Fell on Him, Sparks Awareness Campaign

2011-08-06T19:34:06Z

As an accident injury attorney in Missouri, I have seen accidents of all kinds including ones that involve kitchen appliances. Deondre Watson, Jr. died July 11, 2010, when the stove fell on him in an incident that is rare, very preventable, and an ongoing problem, which prompted campaigns to raise awareness. Security experts that studied the case say a simple act of mounting the stove with a bracket would save him.

The story behind this unfortunate story is a known issue at national level. Throughout the county, many have died because of similar incidents since 1980. In addition, the deaths or injury since1980, most of include burns when hot materials are spilled during the accident. This is very frustrating for personal injury attorneys who have tried for years to get people to understand and act to prevent the dangerous accidents by installing a mounting bracket.

Fred Pritzker, a personal injury attorney in Minneapolis, has represented several families who have lost their loved ones to rollover accidents stated, "This is something that should never happen. We've known about this lurking disaster in homes for years. Yet it's inexpensive and easy to fix." Reversing the epidemic began in the 1980s when manufacturers began to manufacture lighter stoves. Finally, the industry committed to an easy fix with anti-tip brackets. In 1991 manufacturers began to include anti-tip brackets to support new stoves. The challenge still at hand is getting homeowners and property owners to use the life-saving brackets.

In mid-September 2010, the parents of two-year-old Deondre Jr., have filed a case of suspicious death in the St. Louis County Circuit Court. The suit names Oak Tree Apartments, where the family resided, as a Defendant. Also named, as the Defendant is the owner of the apartment complex. The Plaintiffs are seeking unspecified damages for the wrongful death of their young child. If you have lost a family member due to the negligence of someone else, please call 888.956.2487 to speak to an experienced personal injury attorney. We know losing a loved one is one of the worst things anyone can experience, but it is made worse when the accident could have been prevented. Let us fight on your behalf so you can spend time with your family during this troubled time.

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Joshua P. Myers is the owner and President of Myers Injury Law, LLC and a founding partner of Schultz & Myers, LLC. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, his personal injury law firm routinely handles claims that result in personal injury or death throughout the Midwest. If you have been hurt or have lost a loved one due to the negligence of another, please contact a personal injury attorney to learn your rights. It is always free to discuss your case and there are never any attorney's fees until we recover on your behalf.

Supreme Court to Make Decision on Potential Lawsuits for Mislabeled Medication

2011-08-05T19:29:37Z

The Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., has committed to making a decision about the popular drug Reglan and other manufacturers can be sued for claims of mislabeled side effects of Reglan. According to a report by ABC News, the Supreme Court is ready to consider whether federal law is at least partially responsible for the lawsuit against the drug even after the Food and Drug Administration approved the drug for sale. Most lawsuits are brought against those responsible for Reglan believe that manufacturers did not properly label the container side effects.

Manufacturers who have filed the appeal are: Actavis, Inc., Mylan, Inc., Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, and UDL Laboratories, Inc. The U.S. Court of Appeals made the decision that Actavis, Inc., an Icelandic company, could be sued by, Julie Demahy, a woman who claims she was not properly warned about the risks of the drug by the drug company. She suffered from a neurological disorder after taking the drug. Another serious adverse effect in patients taking Reglan is Tardive Dyskinesia. It is a disorder that causes uncontrollable movements of the face.

Although there is no fixed date when the Supreme Court will hear the case. Although manufacturers are still behind their products and marketing, the last year has been hard on many drug manufacturers. Numerous lawsuits were filed in 2010 based on misleading advertising. In fact, many drug manufacturers have been accused of not properly alerting the public about the potential dangers of their medications. Since 2010 was a busy time for legal action, many pharmaceutical companies lost billions in compensation.

The Food and Drug Administration regulates pharmaceutical companies to protect the public, but drug companies also have to answer to their customers when their drug is harmful. Patients that have been injured by a prescription medication that is falsely represented on the label can file a lawsuit against the pharmaceutical company. Our experienced Missouri product liability attorneys fight the drug companies for our clients because they should not have to suffer for the drug company's negligence. Call 888.956.2487 for a free consultation to discuss your Missouri product liability claim, and we will fight on your behalf to make sure the drug company is held responsible.

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The FDA Calls Out Drug Researchers for Faking Documents

2011-08-04T20:25:58Z

-->On July 26, 2011, the Food and Drug Administration announced that Cetero Research, a drug research company, falsified drug research results in an attempt to manipulate the results. The research manipulation could complicate the already controversial drug Paxil since there is already numerous contradictory studies that debate the drug's efficiency and safety. The FDA's accusation came after an investigation into the research company, which consisted of two facility inspections, an internal investigation, and an audit by a third party. According to Reuters, the results of these investigations led the Food and Drug Administration to believe that the facility had "significant instances of misconduct and violation."

The research company Cetero has been hired by numerous drug companies to test medicine and review the results. Cetero's research is supposed to help drug manufacturers find out how effective their product is and if the drugs could be potentially dangerous. After the intense investigations, the FDA warned the drug companies that use Cetero for research they the results may have been falsified and many medications will have to undergo a reevaluation. The FDA officially accused Cetero of "faking documents and manipulating samples," which could void any research done by Cetero. As a result, the drug companies could have used falsified information to receive drug approval from the Food and Drug Administration.

The recent accusations by the FDA make many think of the drug Paxil and the drug manufacturer GlaxoSmithKline. Recently, Glaxo was accused of hiring people to write articles for doctors claiming Paxil's efficiency and downplaying the risks attached to the medication. Unfortunately, it seems as though Cetero was not performing adequate research but instead giving the drug companies the answers that they wanted. One of most serious accusations made against the research company is that in many cases, the studies that Cetero were said to perform could not have been done at their facility. The Food and Drug Administration said that it is possible that Cetero "fixed" the drug studies to get the desired result or excluded tests that failed to meet a favorable result.

In product liability cases, experienced Missouri lawyers work diligently to make sure that their clients receive compensation. Injuries from a prescription medication can be devastating, which is why product liability victims should seek the direction of an experienced Missouri product liability attorney. To speak to an attorney right away, call 888.956.2487 and let one of our experienced attorneys help fight for you.

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FDA Recalls Iodine Wipes Due to Infectious Organism Found in Product

2011-08-03T19:25:47Z

A manufacturer of medical products recalled iodine wipes due to the Federal Drug Administration's concerns that the medication has been infected with an organism called Elizabethkingia meningoseptica, according to the website Examiner.com. The bacterium has caused many very serious infections in humans, which includes pneumonia in patients with respiratory problems, meningitis in infants, and a disease commonly referred to as the flesh-eating disease.

The wipes, which are used to prepare for surgery and to help prevent infections in cuts and burns, are packaged under the names Medical Specialties, Cardinal Health, Triad Plus, North Safety, Triad, VHA, and Total Resources. The recall was issued after one nonlife-threatening skin infection was reported after use.

Before the recall of the iodine pads in February, executives with the medical products manufacturer notified its customers, employees, and vendors that they were no longer producing lubricating jelly or alcohol wipes, which was also contaminated. Currently, there is an investigation by the FDA and many pending lawsuits against the company due to the defective product. One of the lawsuit claimants is a couple whose two-year-old child died after surgery from bacterial meningitis.

Manufacturers have a responsibility to make sure their products are safe for consumers. If a defective product injures you, the manufacturer of the product should be held liable. If you or a loved one has been injured by a recalled medication or product in Missouri, contact our experienced product liability attorneys at 800-956-2487. You and your family may be entitled to compensation as a result of the harmful product.

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Judge Orders Bayer to Fly German Executives to U.S. for Yasmin Trial

2011-08-02T19:19:34Z

Judge David Herndon, who will be present for all of the Yasmin/Yaz trials filed against Bayer, ordered the company to pay for its German executives to travel to America and to provide depositions for the trial. Bayer has already taken the measure to reduce the amount of documents produced in discovery claiming that the paper weighs up to 200 tones. The company has tried this tactic before on the phone during the meeting in November 2010. But the representatives Joachim Marr, Hartmut Blod, and Ilka Schellschmidt were ordered by Herndon to the United States because Herndon believes, "equities favor the depositions being held in the U.S."

Bayer had already said that Blode and Schellschmidt could be used as representatives to discuss pre-clinical development and clinical issues discussed in the trial. However, German law prevents American-style depositions to be held in Germany. Bayer has offered three representatives to be flown to Belgium. The idea was flatly rejected by attorneys for the Plaintiffs with the argument that the cost of flying to all attorneys into Belgium would be prohibitive.

Bayer said that both the jet lag and time it takes to travel to the U.S. from this distance would prevent the officers from doing their job. Bayer was forced to make a new order of protection. At the time of the conference, Herndon denied protection to Bayer and the company required the company representatives to fly to the U.S. for the depositions. Herndon claimed his jurisdiction to the dismay of Bayer and its attorneys. Although Yaz/Yasmin prosecutions have yet gone to trial, there are many activities going on pre-trial and Bayer seems to purposefully drag its feet in the process. So far, Herndon does not let their excuses go very far.

While the future of the Yasmin/Yaz lawsuits can not be determined before they are settled or go to court, one thing remains certain: the residing judge is not letting Bayer get away with stonewalling the attorneys or the court. As a product liability attorney in the Midwest, I am pleased that the courts are taking the steps necessary to protect the public and send a message to other foreign manufacturers of medication. If you or someone in your family was injured by a prescription drug with defects or labeling error, call 888.945.2487 for a free consultation with an experienced product liability attorney.

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Dangerous Product Complaints to be Available for Public Viewing

2011-08-01T19:15:49Z

The federal government receives thousands of complaints from the public about dangerous products on the market each year. According to the Washington Post, for the first time in history, those complaints will be available to the public. As a product liability attorney in the Midwest, I was happy to hear that the public will be able to view these reports.

Beginning in March 2011, the complainants will be available online at www.saferproducts.gov courtesy of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). This program was adopted in legislation in 2008, but took time to implement. Previously, if consumers wanted to learn about safety complaints they had to file applications with the CPSC. Now the topic was posted within 15 days of receipt when a consumer files a complaint, the CPSC is required to notify the manufacturer within five days and they have 10 days to respond. The manufacture's response to all complaints will be published online.

The database contains no details of who complained or complaints about product quality - it may only contain information about errors that can cause damage. The database will include consumer products not involving food, drugs, or automobiles. If you plan to buy a product, this database can be very useful in alerting you that consumers have suffered other injuries during use. There are people in the industry that are worried that the database will contain fictitious complaints from competitors. Proponents of the database, noting that it will provide an early warning system for consumers.

In Missouri, product liability attorneys work tirelessly to make sure that their clients' rights are not infringed upon. Injuries from consumer products can be devastating to any family, which is why product liability victims should seek the guidance of an experienced Missouri product liability attorney. To speak to an attorney right away, call 888.956.2487 and let one of our experienced attorneys help fight for your rights.

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Product Liability Victims Settle for Billions Against Antidepressant Drug Manufacturers

2011-07-31T19:10:46Z

Many liability lawsuits were filed against the giants of manufacturing drugs such as Bayer, Johnson & Johnson, Wyeth, and GlaxoSmithKline. In 2010, billions of dollars have been settled between these companies and product liability victims. These claims have one thing in common: they appear because the Plaintiffs accuse the drug makers of retaining data that showed popular drugs like Effexor, Paxil, Levaquin, Reglan and Yaz/Yasmin had devastating and potentially life-threatening side effects.

SSRI antidepressants like Paxil and Effexor caught fire over the allegation that they had hidden the serious side effects such as seizures, hallucinations, birth defects, persistent pulmonary hypertension, severe mood swings, and even suicidal tendencies. In fact, the manufacturer of Paxil, GlaxoSmithKline, paid no less than $ 1 billion in damages to settled claims against various drugs, including a 750 million dollar settlement has exceeded its "bad" manufacturing processes for Glaxo's plant in Cidra, Puerto Rico. Disclosure of wrongdoing in that case recently appeared on 60 Minutes.

Johnson & Johnson lost their final trial related to the antibiotic Levaquin, which became popular in 2010. Eighty-two year old applicant John Schedin won his claim that the company did not adequately disclose the fact that the drug caused tendon rupture in some patients. In addition, Bayer has made a series of trials that have not yet been decided on the pill Yaz and Yasmin. In these lawsuits, Plaintiffs allege that Bayer hid the fact that the pills could cause heart attacks, stroke, and blood clots.

All these companies have been accused of hiding the negative effects that these drugs can have on the public. Some companies are accused of going out of their way to hide this information completely and others accused of black-box warnings buried deep within the package documents. Still, other companies have been accused of using clever marketing techniques as a means of hiding serious side effects of their drugs to the public.

While the future of all these lawsuits can not be determined before they are settled or go to court, one thing remains certain: 2010 was a year of landmark lawsuits filed against drug manufacturers. As a product liability attorney in the Midwest, I am pleased that the FDA took the steps necessary to inform the public of the serious side effects of the drugs in question. If you or someone in your family was injured by a prescription drug with defects or labeling error, call 888.945.2487 for a free consultation with an experienced product liability attorney.

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DePuy's Artificial Hip Replacement Pinnacle System Called Into Question After Other Recalls

2011-07-30T19:04:24Z

Missouri product liability attorneys have written much about the recalls surrounding DePuy's artificial hip replacements ASR XL Acetabular and ASR Hip Resurfacing systems. Safety advocates and others believe a possible recall of the DePuy Pinnacle Acetabulum hip replacement system. DePuy's Pinnacle hip replacement uses a metal-metal design found in ASR systems already recalled. A growing number of complaints have expressed concern with the Pinnacle system.

The Pinnacle system has not been recalled, but patients who experience pain and other problems related to DePuy's Pinnacle implant should be discussed with your doctor and a product liability attorney immediately. According to DePuy, the Pinnacle was designed "to help provide a more fluid range of natural movement." A 2002 investigation, cited on the firm's website, revealed that about 99.9 percent of components in the Pinnacle Hip system remain in use, so a potential recall of this device to affect a large number of people.

Regardless of Depuy's desire to put the recall behind them, there are still several thousands of people in the U.S. who are not aware of the risk. If you had a hip replacement done, please contact your doctor to find out if you are at risk from a recall. Your next step is to hire an experienced product liability attorney to fight for you. Call 888.956.2487 to speak to an attorney today to schedule a free consultation.

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Paxil and Other Medication Blamed for Threatening Behavior

2011-07-29T18:55:38Z

An attorney for a man accused of threatening conduct has stated that his client was under the influence of a Klonopin, Paxil, and alcohol cocktail. Nathan Jackson Fuller Jr. lied to police after he crashed his car and threatening to go on a killing spree across the state of West Virginia. Fuller's attorney stated that he hoped that the charges would be dropped once he proves his client's statements to police held no truth. Fuller made the decision to waive his right to a preliminary hearing on May 16 in a Marion County Magistrate Court. John David Moore, Fuller's alleged accomplice, has been listed as a codefendant in the case. The magistrate believes there is probably cause to try a case against Moore however Moore's attorney insists his client's innocence.

Both men have been charged with conspiracy to commit robbery and conspiracy to commit murder. After Fuller collided his car on May 3 in Rivesville, injuring Moore, Fuller allegedly began stating oddities to the arresting officer as he was being arrested for driving under the influence. It was at that time Fuller confessed he was planning to go on a killing spree.

Allegedly Fuller began citing his plans on "going through West Virginia and killing people at random, stopping at a rest area, locating a few girls, and cutting them, stealing their wallets, and then stealing their vehicle, and continue that process, flipping cars." Fuller also stated he had been looking for someone to murder on High Street in Morgantown and killing someone at Penn State University earlier that day, but had not found the chance to do so. Fuller claimed he and Moore met up in Morgantown.

According to Fuller's attorney, his client was taking Paxil and Klonopin. Paxil is an antidepressant, which has been linked to suicidal and aggressive behaviors. Klonopin is prescribed to relieve panic attacks and treat seizures. Moore's attorney claims that his client never had the intention of killing anyone or helping Fuller on his spree. Fuller tried to reduce his bail amount but was denied and was returned to the North Central Regional Jail after his preliminary hearing.

A healthy lifestyle has been proven to alleviate depression, but it does not always relieve major depression. Many people have been prescribed Paxil, but have suffered severe side effects such as Fuller. Injuries from a prescription drug can be complicated, which is why victims should work with an experienced Missouri product liability attorney. To speak to an attorney right away, call 888.956.2487 and let us help you fight.

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European Patent Office Revokes Yaz Patent

2011-07-28T20:20:05Z

-->The German company Bayer, which manufactures Yasmin and Yaz, tried to blame their recent stock market loss on the expiration of their patent. However analysts believe that the decrease in shares was not caused by the revocation of the patent. According to Bayer, the European Patent Office revoked the company's patent after the generic drug Novartis filed an appeal against the decision to uphold the patent in 2006. The revoke brought shares for Bayer down to 1.6% lower.

The patent protects the procedure to lower the amount of particles in the pills active ingredient and was supposed to last until 2020. However with the recent revoke the patent might give generic versions a chance to release this year. A JP Morgan analyst expects to see Hexal, a generic version of the drug, release sometime this year. The patent for Yasmin products from the Glaxo manufacturer was revoked in America because of a number of pending lawsuits for its harmful side effects. After the patent was revoked in America, the sales for both Yaz and Yasmin declined 13% from the previous year. Analysts believe that the European revoke will have a similar effect.

A brokerage firm stated, "In Germany the pricing is dramatically lower than in the U.S. at 7.5 euros per month compared to the U.S. at 54 euros per month, which could lead to more brand loyalty allowing Bayer to retain more share." Insurance companies in Europe would like to prevent patients from choosing to buy the generic versions of Yasmin or Yaz. The main reason is that most women pay out of pocket for the contraceptives. Even though the revocation of the European patent was not good for Bayer and others, it was inevitable following the American revocation. Unfortunately many women have suffered from the drug's side effects, which leave many wondering why the drug has not been pulled from the market.

In product liability cases, experienced Missouri attorneys work tirelessly to make sure that their clients receive compensation for their injuries. Injuries from a prescription medication can be devastating to any family, which is why product liability victims should seek the guidance of an experienced Missouri product liability attorney. To speak to an attorney right away, call 888.956.2487 and let one of our experienced attorneys help fight for you.

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