Tupelo Mass Torts

Early on, these products were marketed to teens by the manufacturer as a safe alternative to cigarettes containing nicotine. It was discovered that these products were not safe at all. Instead, they contained much higher levels of nicotine than traditional cigarettes. Teens and preteens who used these products started to experience health problems at an alarming rate. Some of the most serious side effects teens experienced following the use of JUUL e-cigarettes include:

• Increased heart rate
• Lung disease
• Increase blood pressure
• Chronic bronchitis
• Insulin resistance leading to type 2 diabetes

As a result, there are several lawsuits in place against the manufacturer for deceptive marketing practices. You may qualify to take legal action if you meet the following criteria:

• You suffered adverse health consequences as a result of using JUUL products.
• You developed an addiction to nicotine.
• The development of the addition occurred prior to your 18th birthday.

Reaching out to our mass tort lawyers in Mississippi can help to determine if you qualify to take legal action against JUUL Labs.

Talcum powder: For more than four decades, women across the globe have been using talcum powder for their own personal hygiene needs. Several studies have found that the use of talcum powder drastically increases the risk of developing certain types of cancer. Despite scientific studies, the manufacturer has failed to take any action to protect consumers.

Members of the United States military were provided a specific type of earplugs to use during combat and training. The earplug manufacturer, 3M, claimed that they would allow soldiers to hear orders from their superiors while also having the ability to block out loud sounds, like explosions. However, a defect in the design of the earplugs allowed these extreme sounds to leak through. As a result, many soldiers experienced hearing loss or tinnitus. There are several thousands of lawsuits in place against 3M regarding these products.

Elmiron is a medication used by tens of thousands of people to treat interstitial cystitis (IC). Over the years, more people have come forward stating that they experienced vision loss and other debilitating symptoms of maculopathy. Some of the early symptoms associated with Maculopathy that victims experience include:

• The loss of night vision
• An inability for the eyes to adjust to the dark
• Experience blurred vision and other problems while trying to read
• Dark spots in the field of vision
• The loss of peripheral vision
• Difficulty seeing objects close up
• Dimming vision
• Dullness of color
• Straight lines appear to be curved

Despite studies finding that there is this potential danger associated with using the product, the manufacturer has failed to make the public aware of the findings. Janssen Pharmaceutical has failed to act to protect consumers and should be held accountable.

Many people in Mississippi took Belviq, Belviq XR, and other brands of lorcaserin to help aid in weight loss. This medication was designed to curb hunger and help people who were diagnosed with obesity lose weight and reach a healthy goal. Studies have determined that the product could potentially increase the risk of users developing various types of cancer. If you took Belviq, Belviq XR, or a generic brand of lorcaserin, and you were diagnosed with pancreatic, colorectal, or lung cancer, you may be entitled to compensation.

A lot of people prefer to use Zantac to treat heartburn and other gastrointestinal issues because the medication is available without a doctor’s prescription. Although this medication has been used for years to aid millions of Americans, it was discovered that the drug contains a high level of NDMA, also known as N-Nitrosodimethylamine. Levels of this known carcinogen can increase under normal conditions. However, high temperatures were found to increase the levels dramatically. We are seeing more people come forward to file mass tort claims after being diagnosed with cancer following the use of Zantac.

Several brands of sunscreen have been found to contain various levels of benzene. Benzene is a chemical that has been identified as a carcinogen to humans. Even low levels of exposure can have life-altering consequences for users. Some of the brands that have been identified as being contaminated include:

• Neutrogena Ultra Sheer:
  • Dry-Touch Water Resistant Sunscreen SPF 70
  • Weightless Sunscreen Spray SPF 70 and SPF 100+
  • Body Mist Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 and 45
• Neutrogena CoolDry Sport Water-Resistant Sunscreen Spray SPR 50, 70, and 100
• Neutrogena Invisible Daily Defense Body Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 60+
• Neutrogena Beach Defense Spray Body Sunscreen SPF 50

If you have used these or any other brand of sunscreen, and you were subsequently diagnosed with cancer, you may have legal options available to help you recover financial compensation.

Baby formula is often selected by parents across the country as the main source of nutrients for their newborn children. Although the formula is safe and effective in most cases, there have been instances where cows-milk-based formulas have caused health complications in premature babies. Over the years, more and more babies were diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) following the use of these formulas. This painful condition can be life-threatening to babies, especially vulnerable preemies. If your baby used milk-based Enfamil or Similac formula and developed necrotizing enterocolitis, you may have legal options available.

If you used these or any other products and were injured, you must act quickly to protect your legal rights. Contact our mass tort lawyers at Mama Justice as soon as possible to get started on your case.