Serious Complications Claimed in Yaz Lawsuits
By Christina Drury
Recent lawsuits filed against Yaz, a birth control medication manufactured and marketed by Bayer, allege several severe side effects caused by the drug. These Yaz side effects include stroke, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis and even death. One Yaz lawsuit attorney who has filed on behalf of the family of a deceased woman alleges that the woman died after suffering a Yaz stroke. The products in question, all marketed by Bayer, are Yaz, Yasmin and a generic pill known as Ocella. All of the named oral contraceptives claim to not only prevent pregnancy, but also treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder and acne.
Yaz Lawsuit Settlements Expected to Reach Millions
When Yaz and Yasmin were first released into the market, Bayer launched an aggressive marketing campaign to get their product known. The new oral contraceptive pill quickly grew in popularity until reports began to surface claiming the birth control medication had caused potentially serious side effects. As more reports of Yaz and Yasmin side effects emerged, users of the drug and physicians who had prescribed the drug filed reports with the FDA through the FDA’s adverse event reporting system. Once the FDA issued alerts about the side effects of Yaz and Yasmin, Bayer increased warnings on the packaging; however, it was not enough to quell the allegations of negligence that came against the company. Bayer is now facing hundreds of Yaz lawsuits and is expected to pay millions in Yaz injury settlements.
Yaz Lawsuits Consolidated into MDL
In order to speed of the process, Yaz lawsuits have been consolidated into a multidistrict litigation. January 2012 saw Yaz lawsuit news of a sit down between Bayer and Yaz/Yasmin lawyers to discuss possible settlements. As Bayer continues to face allegations of negligence, more news of Yaz lawsuit settlements is likely to continue into the New Year. Currently, Yaz settlements have been estimated to be close to $250,000 for some plaintiffs, while victims who experienced more severe complications or death could well reach into six-figure Yaz settlement payouts. There is also talk of including victims who have used the generic drug known as Ocella, which is also manufactured by Bayer. Should Ocella victims be allowed to join the MDL against Bayer, they may also be entitled to fair compensation for their injuries and complications.
Seek the Compensation You Deserve
If you or someone you know has taken Yaz, Yasmin or Ocella and has suffered serious complications or side effects caused directly by the use of the oral contraceptive, you may be eligible to receive compensation. Side effects such as deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and stroke can lead to severe complications and even death. Please visit our Yaz/Yasmin, Beyaz & Ocella Birth Control Pill Class Action Lawsuit Settlement & Investigation page for legal advice and more information about the MDL against Bayer and their birth control medication. Depending on your individual circumstances, you may receive compensation for medical costs, loss of income, pain and suffering and more. Seek the competent legal representation you require to get the compensation you deserve.
Updated January 8th, 2013
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