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Many Celexa (citalopram) consumers and depression patients know that this selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) may threaten the health of the fetus when consumed during pregnancy, but they don’t realize the full reach of the risks. Contrary to popular belief, the risk to the unborn child is not limited to persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN). In fact, Celexa-related injuries to a fetus may include pulmonary, neural-tube, craniosynostosis, infant omphalocele, club foot, and anal atresia, in addition to cardiac ailments.

Does your child suffer from any of these injuries? Did you take Celexa or another SSRI during your pregnancy? If so, then Forest Laboratories, the manufacturer of Celexa, may be responsible for your child’s injuries and your family’s emotional suffering. The law firm of Fears Nachawati may be able to help you in this difficult time. With our experience, expertise, and commitment to dangerous drug victims, we’re well-position to protect your rights and defend your financial interests.

The right place to begin is by calling us for your free consultation. Just call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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An Arlington woman spent last night in a Mansfield jail pending charges of intoxication manslaughter and child endangerment. In addition to these criminal charges, she almost certainly faces an impossible-to-escape negligence claim in civil court.

Not only did the Arlington driver drive under the influence of alcohol and the wrong way down Interstate 35, a police office also witnessed the woman driving with her hands behind her head. As a result of the woman’s gross disregard for the safety of others, two drivers were involved in an accident trying to evade the reckless woman’s SUV. When one of the drivers got out of the car to examine the accident, he was struck by a passing car and killed instantly.

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

This accident demonstrates an important area of the law: negligence. United States and Texas law obligates its citizens to exercise a minimum level of care when they engage in an act, like driving. In effect, the law of negligence provides that people should act with reasonable care, taking steps to avoid the harm that their decisions might cause to others.

Acts like driving the wrong way down a road, drinking and driving, and failing to hold onto the steering wheel are all choices that impose foreseeable risk onto other drivers. If other drivers are harmed as a result of these choices, like the man struck as he inspected the damage to his car, then the negligent actor may be liable for the resulting injuries.

Fears | Nachawati specializes in the complex area of negligence law. If you have suffered personal injury or property damage as a result of someone else’s carelessness, you have a right to be compensated for your loss. Find out everything you need to know about your legal rights and financial interests by contacting our professionals today.

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Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:

http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html

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A study published earlier this year in the Archives of General Psychiatry found a relationship between a pregnant mother’s use of selective serotonin uptake inhibitors (SSRIs), including Prozac, and an increased risk that the child will have autism spectrum disorder.

This study is groundbreaking in two important respects. First, unlike previous findings, the 2011 study determined that use of Prozac up to twelve months prior to delivery elevated the risk of birth defects. Previous studies have merely concluded that SSRI consumption during pregnancy impacted the probability of fetal birth defects.

Second, unlike previous inquiries which have focused on heart and lung defects, the Archives of General Psychiatry study showed a new class of birth defect: autism. In fact, the study concluded that intense exposure to Prozac – that is, SSRI exposure during the first trimester – quadrupled the risk of autism spectrum disorder. These findings suggest that the potential harms associated with SSRI are even greater than previously thought.

Fears Nachawati is leading the defense of SSRI victims’ rights. If your child suffers from birth defects, including PPHN, lung defects, and autism, and you took Prozac during your pregnancy, it may be time to speak to our dangerous drug experts. Your free consultation is just a phone call or email away. Call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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In courts across the country and in key states, judges are scheduling transvaginal mesh class action lawsuits on their docket. In New Jersey, for instance, the judge presiding over more than 350 Ethicon transvaginal mesh cases has set dates for preliminary discovery by the end of March of next year and for trial by November 2012.

At issue in these cases is whether the manufacturers of this dangerous and defective product failed to adequately notify patients and customers of the serious, debilitating injuries these products could potentially cause. The New Jersey lawsuits, commonly referred to as bellwether lawsuits, are of interest to lawyers and victims nationwide who hope that the court system may provide relief to injured plaintiffs.

The attorneys at Fears Nachawati are prepared to fight for you. If you’ve been hurt by a vaginal mesh, also known as a bladder sling, we should be your first call. With experience, knowledge, and dedicated preparation, we bring the skills necessary to secure the justice you deserve. For your free consultation, call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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Poor visibility and slick roads contributed to a massive – and potentially serious – 18-wheeler accident in Dallas over the Thanksgiving weekend. The 18-wheeler driver lost control of his big rig, slid off an overpass, and fell 20 feet, causing considerable destruction to a heavily trafficked bridge. An overpass collapse would have caused unprecedented delays, damage, and injury.

Were wet conditions and poor visibility the only causal factors in this accident? No way. The reality is that driving conditions are never perfect; all drivers must take appropriate measures in light of highway risks. In Saturday’s accident, it’s clear that the truck driver failed to take appropriate precautions – and as a result, thousands of Dallas drivers might have suffered.

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

After many years and more clients than I can remember, I’ve learned more than a few things about 18-wheeler accidents and the drivers and trucking companies that cause them. Despite federal and state laws that clearly outline safety requirements, some members of the trucking industry simple refuse to conduct business safely. By skirting statutory mandates, they gain a few extra dollars – and put the lives and livelihood of thousands of Texas families at risk.

If you or a loved one have been involved in an 18-wheeler accident, you should give me a call. The legal professionals at Fears | Nachawati are experienced with the kind of accident that’s happened to you. Thanks to our commitment to clients like you, we’re ready to protect your legal, medical, emotional, and financial interests. Just give us a call.

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Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:

http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html

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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently required drug manufacturers to change the drug labels on Actos and other pioglitazone-based medications to notify patients of the very serious risks associated with taking pioglitazone treatments for longer than one year.

The FDA’s changed regulation underscores an increasing awareness within the medical community that Actos and other pioglitazone medications pose serious risks. Additionally, this shift in policy raises important legal questions, including whether the drug manufacturer appropriately warned physicians and patients about the risk of pioglitazone when it was first released to the market.

Tragically, thousands of Americans have suffered physical pain, emotional suffering, and financial loss as a result of bladder cancer and other pioglitazone-related ailments. Fears Nachawati, a law firm specializing in dangerous drugs, protects victims from the misconduct of major drug manufacturers. If you’ve been injured, we can protect you, too. For your free consultation, call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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Paxil (paroxetine) is a uniquely dangerous drug. Like many dangerous drugs, the risks associated with Paxil are severe, including life-threatening conditions. Unlike most dangerous drugs, however, Paxil doesn’t impose serious risk to the person taking the drug, but to a related third-party. In the case of Paxil, the related third-party is none other than the child who develops in a mother’s womb.

According to a recently published study conducted in Sweden, birth defects were twice as common among pregnant mothers who took Paxil during their pregnancy than women who did not take Paxil. The good news is that Paxil birth defects may be surgically repaired. The bad news is that failure to address Paxil-induced birth defects promptly could result in severe heart complications and cause permanent injury and death.

Paxil may have hurt your child and your family. Fortunately for you, the American court system gives you a way to fight back. Find out how the Fears Nachawati attorneys can help you protect your legal rights and financial interests in the wake of a dangerous drug injury. Your free consultation is just a phone call or email away.Call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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Recent medical studies investigating the relationship between Zoloft (sertraline) and severe, life-threatening birth defects have demonstrated devastating results. For instance, although most pregnant women who take Zoloft don’t realize it, fetal exposure to sertraline is roughly one-third of maternal exposure. Of course, given the relative size and developmental level of the fetus, this level of exposure can be extremely toxic.

In fact, women who ingested Zoloft during the first twenty weeks of pregnancy have been shown to substantially increase the likelihood that their child will be born with birth defects such as omphalocele, anal artesia, limb reduction, and more.

Does your child suffer from a birth defect related to Zoloft or other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)? Did you take sertraline treatments during your pregnancy? Your antidepressant prescription may have contributed to these life-changing complications for your family. Find out about your rights and the Fears Nachawati class action lawsuit today! For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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When most drivers think about the hazards of highway driving, they usually think of the likelihood that they will be involved in an unavoidable accident. While it’s true that these accidents produce most highway injuries and fatalities, it’s important to remember that secondary effects – like automobile fires sparked by collisions – can be just as dangerous.

Earlier this week, a Dallas driver’s van stalled in the left lane of I-635. Not suspecting the vehicle to stop suddenly in the fast lane of a major highway, the car behind slammed into the stalled car, pinning the driver’s legs in the vehicle. Although the collision only stunned him, a fire soon began that ultimately consumed the van and tragically took the trapped driver’s life.

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

The automobile accident attorneys at Fears | Nachawati understand not only how to deal with the primary effects of an accident, such as property damage and personal injury resulting from a collision, but also the secondary effects that can frequently be even more personally and financially costly. Whether it’s a fire that destroys a vehicle or post-traumatic stress that changes a life, we believe that it’s important to address these secondary effects, too.

In the wake of a destructive, painful, or fatal automobile accident, it’s important to consult with our expert legal advisors. Thanks to our experience, expertise, and professional commitment, we can maximize the likelihood that you can achieve the justice and the financial compensation you deserve. Find out more about how we can help you by contacting us today.

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Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:

http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html

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Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks. For families whose child suffers from a birth defect caused by Lexapro, however, it can be difficult to remain thankful. Multiple medical studies have shown that selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) like Lexapro cause serious, life-threatening birth defects. In fact, this threat is so real that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently reclassified Lexapro as a Category C drug, explicitly recognizing the very real risks to children’s health.

Lexapro victims and their families are thankful for the American justice system – and the Fears Nachawati attorneys who represent their rights in court. Thanks to our experience, expertise, and dedication, we’ve been successful at representing the rights of victims in numerous complex cases. Our ability to structure class action lawsuits is essential to bringing justice to victims in dangerous drug cases like yours.

Trust your concerns to our attorneys. You’ll be thankful you did. Just call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com.

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For years, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned physicians and other health care providers that Celexa (citalopram) is a dangerous drug, particularly for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant.

The FDA has specifically warned that Celexa is most dangerous to unborn children when ingested during the early stages of a mother’s pregnancy. If consumed during the first 20 weeks of pregnancy, Celexa and other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have been shown to increase the likelihood of birth defects such as persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) by 600 percent!

Fears Nachawati attorneys specialize in fighting against the manufacturers of dangerous drugs like Celexa – and protecting the rights of SSRI victims. If your child was born with PPHN or if you took Celexa during your pregnancy, your family may have been hurt. Find out whether your rights were violated by contacting us today. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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Did you know that in 2010 drowsy driving caused one in six fatal automobile accidents and one in eight car accidents causing serious injury? This finding by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety underscores a safety reality that legal experts have attempted to address for years.

Drowsy driving causes the same kind of symptoms as drunk drivers. Impairment includes slower reaction times, exaggerated responses, and considerably diminished awareness of road conditions. Likewise, drowsy driving can also result in exactly the same kind of serious injury and death found among drunk driving accidents, both for the drowsy driver and the innocent bystanders often victimized by this reckless behavior.

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

Because of our years of experience, the attorneys at Fears | Nachawati know well how drunk and drowsy driving can result in considerable legal liability for the negligent driver. The simple fact is that the law imposes basic responsibilities upon drivers; and those duties include the obligation to drive safely. Drowsy driving openly violates this fundamental legal standard governing conduct on the road.

Have you or a loved one been involved in an accident with a drowsy driver? The legal consequences might be more severe for the person who damaged your property or injured you or your family member than you might think. Trust our courtroom-tested litigation skills to help you handle your legal claims against the negligent driver who struck you. Contact us today for a free consultation!

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Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:

http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html

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Tragically, between 2 and 3 million children are born with persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) every year. In newborns, PPHN is a serious and life-threatening condition that causes high blood pressure in the blood vessels of the lung. As a result of this high blood pressure, these children are unable to get sufficient amounts of oxygen into the blood stream. Not surprisingly, these children require intensive – and expensive – medical care.

While the number of annual PPHN births is primarily attributable to factors other than selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) during pregnancy, the unfortunate reality is that thousands of PPHN children are the victims SSRI exposure. In fact, mothers who take Prozac or another SSRI during their pregnancy are six times more likely to give birth to children who suffer from PPHN.

Has your child suffered from PPHN? Did you take Prozac or another SSRI during your pregnancy? The probability that your child’s illness is related to your antidepressant prescription drug is higher than you think. Find out whether your family’s rights were violated by contacting the dangerous drug experts at Fears Nachawati. Are attorneys are committed to fighting for victims like you. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We can help!

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According to the consumer advocacy group, Public Citizen, more than 67,000 women in the United States had a mesh medical device implanted in their bodies for bladder control reasons last year alone. Although the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned the pharmaceutical community of the risks of transvaginal mesh products for more than six years, manufacturers continue to subject improperly warned patients to the threats associated with this dangerous drug.

The attorneys at Fears Nachawati are helping victims of this recklessness fight back. If you’ve been treated with a mesh device for bladder problems like urinary incontinence, you should contact our experts immediately. Thousands of women have reported problems with this medical device, including mesh contraction, infection, bleeding, organ perforation, and urinary problems. Help is available to you if you’ve suffered from any of these symptoms. Find out how we can help you secure justice. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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The drivers of service trucks are there when you need them. At all hours and in every conceivable weather conditions, they help drivers when they most need it. Although often ignored, drivers like Glenn Anthony Barbier, a service truck driver from Bon Wier, Texas, provide an important service. Unfortunately, their important job often puts them in harm’s way.

Tragically, harm came to Mr. Barbier late last week when an 18-wheeler slammed into his truck. Barbier was on his way to help a stranded motorist when he stopped a red light, leaving himself exposed to an 18-wheeler travelling at a high rate of speed. The driver of the big rig attempted to stop, but it was too late. He rear-ended the service truck, killing Mr. Barbier.

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

Because of our long-standing commitment to 18-wheeler accident victims, the expert attorneys at Fears | Nachawati know what the Barbier family is going through today. They have more questions than answers, more frustration than patience. They don’t understand why the heavy big rig was travelling so fast or why the driver was so reckless.

They’re also sure to have legal questions as well. Can members of the family recover under a wrongful death action? Does liability extend to the trucking company as well as the truck driver? Did contributory negligence play any part in the accident – and could it impact recovery?

These are valid questions. If you or a loved one have been in an accident with an 18-wheeler, it may be time to find out the answers from our attorneys. We’re prepared to help you! Contact us today.

About the Author

Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:

http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html

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When is an urgent need to urinate, red colored urine, pain while urinating, or pain in the lower abdomen more than just a nuisance or discomfort? If you take Actos, these irritations could be symptoms of a larger, more critical concern: bladder cancer.

Medical researchers have repeatedly found that Actos (pioglitazone), a drug originally designed to help people suffering from diabetes, can cause patients to develop bladder cancer. The risk of bladder cancer is particularly high among patients who take Actos or other pioglitazone treatments for longer than one year. In fact, according to one study, pioglitazone treatments beyond twelve months increased the incidence of bladder cancer by more than 40 percent.

Surprised by these statistics? Tragically, so are many Actos patients. Actos manufacturers failure to sufficiently warn medical professionals and their patients has contributed to a large and growing number of pioglitazone victims. Are you concerned that you or a loved one may be one of these victims? Talk to the dangerous drug experts at Fears Nachawati today to find out about your rights. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), the drug company responsible for making Paxil (paroxetine), recently concluded a study that revealed surprising information about the risks of Paxil, a widely prescribed antidepressant. The comprehensive GSK study showed that Paxil caused twice as many major birth defects in the children of women who took Paxil during their first trimester.

In response to these dramatic findings, the FDA requested that GSK change its pregnancy category from C to D in order to indicate that Paxil imposes a risk to the fetus. Thousands of families have been hurt by Paxil and similarly dangerous selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). You may be one of them. The FDA took action. Will you?

For years, Fears Nachawati attorneys have been helping victims protect their rights and fight for their legal and financial interests. If your child or loved one has suffered because of Paxil or another similarly dangerous drug, you should give us a call. The consultation is free, and our legal expertise may provide you with the information you need to make the right decision for you and your loved ones. Contact us today by calling 1.866.545.8364 or emailing mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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In the last twenty years, doctors have written more than 30,000,000 prescriptions of Zoloft (sertraline). Millions of those patients were women who were pregnant or might have become pregnant. And every time those patients took Zoloft, they put in their mouths the chemicals that could have caused severe birth defects in their children.

Tragically, the vast majority of these women didn’t realize that every time they took Zoloft they were passing 1/3 of their prescription to the child growing in their womb. When they consumed Zoloft in the first trimester, they didn’t understand that they were increasing the odds six-fold that their child would develop omphalocele. And when they fed their child with breast milk, they didn’t appreciate that their child was at risk of life-altering birth defects as a result of the Zoloft ingredients coursing in their veins.

Is yours one of the countless number of American families for whom Zoloft has been a source of emotional heartache and physical pain? You don’t have to suffer in silence. Speak out today by calling the dangerous drug attorneys at Fears Nachawati. With years of experience representing clients like you, we know how to protect your rights and defend your family’s legal interests. Take advantage of your free consultation today. Call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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Nicole Lalime should have celebrated her sweet-16 birthday this year. Tragically, her family is instead preparing to mourn the third anniversary of her untimely, unnecessary, and heartbreaking death early next month. If there’s been any relief since that horrible day when a drunk driver took her life, it came this week when the Lalime family was awarded a judgment of $6.5 million against John Winne, the man who killed her.

The events of the accident are almost too horrible for words. Moments after bounding down the steps of her school bus, Winne’s car crashed into the back of the bus and then struck 13-year-old Lalime. An onboard camera and microphone recorded the accident and the horrified response of the children and driver who witnessed the last moments of Lalime’s young life.

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

The attorneys at Fears | Nachawati know how painful drunk driving accidents can be for the family of victims. Unlike most accidents, drunk driving accidents are so foreseeable and preventable that victims and their loved ones are frequently left asking one simple, unanswerable question: why? Why did the driver drink so much? Why did they get behind the wheel? Why didn’t they take the simplest step of asking a ride from a friend or take a taxi?

Injuries resulting from drunk driving generally have criminal consequences, but they often raise civil issues, too. While the district attorney will prosecute drunk drivers for their criminal liability, victims must make the decision to pursue a private right of action. For the Lalime’s, that private action has ultimately resulted in a $6.5 million verdict – and the knowledge that Winne must literally pay for the injustice he caused.

Have you been hurt by a drunk driver? You don’t have to wait and wonder if the criminal justice system will bring you justice. You can start your fight for justice today. All you have to do is give us a call or an email to set up your free consultation.

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Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:

http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html

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Several medical studies demonstrate that exposure to antidepressants such Lexapro (escitalopram), collectively known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), measurably increase the probability that unborn children and newborns suffer from birth defects and child developmental issues such as persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) and neurological defects.

One study, for instance, concluded that mothers who took SSRIs during their pregnancy increased their child’s risk of developing neurological problems two-fold. Another study demonstrated that the dangerous ingredients contained in SSRIs may be transferred through breast milk.

Did your prescription to Lexapro or another SSRI contribute to your child’s birth defects or other developmental problems? This is a challenging medical question to definitively answer – and a difficult legal claim to prove. Fortunately, the legal experts at Fears Nachawati are committed to resolving this issue for clients just like you. You can trust our experienced attorneys to help you sort through these difficult medical, legal, and financial questions. Ready to find out how we can protect you and your family? Contact us today. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent an important message to patients, physicians, and the pharmaceutical industry when it labeled Celexa (citalopram) as a Category C prescription drug. The FDA’s risk determination reiterates what scientists and observers have recognized for years: Celexa is dangerous to unborn babies if consumed by women during pregnancy. It’s also important to note that Celexa’s harmful ingredients may also be passed to children through a mother’s breast milk, extending the risk of harm beyond birth.

Celexa is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), a class of antidepressant drugs that are dangerous to unborn children. SSRIs like Celexa have been shown in multiple medical studies to cause developmental defects in fetuses, including primary pulmonary hypertension (PPHN), disrupted neurological development, and unusual sleeping patterns. What’s more, the reality is that the medical community remains uncertain about the full risks and harms associated with Celexa.

The attorneys at Fears Nachawati are fighting for victims of Celexa-related injuries and their families. If you or a loved one have suffered as a result Celexa, justice may be within your reach. Talk to us today to learn about the rights of Celexa victims. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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Traffic yesterday afternoon came to a dead stop on Interstate 10 near Houston when an 18-wheeler unexpectedly crashed into a concrete divider, dumping gallons of fuel on both sides of the heavily traveled highway. Although the precise cause of the accident is unclear, it is certain that high winds and wet driving conditions contributed to the wreck. Early speculation also suggests that poor driving on the part of the trucker may have contributed to the dangerous accident that caused severe delays – and threatened hundreds of drivers with the potential of severe property damage and personal injury.

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

In my capacity as an attorney, I see a lot of personal injury and wrongful death cases. All are tragic. However, I’ve noticed that 18-wheeler accidents are frequently the most dramatic, painful, costly, and life-changing for victims and their families.

The fact is that 18-wheelers are enormous – and usually more powerful than commuters realize. They weigh 80,000. At highway speeds, they take more than 100 yards to stop. Given their size and shape, they are particularly poor and dodging highway obstacles, like tire shreds and slow-moving cars. And the drivers of big rigs are often overworked and underpaid, resulting in heightened risks and dangerous conditions.

18-wheeler accidents present unique – and uniquely challenging – legal situations. You and your family deserve justice. Unfortunately, most firms aren’t prepared to handle the complex litigation that 18-wheeler accidents regularly generate. Fortunately, the professionals at Fears | Nachawati are ready to defend your interests and protect your rights. Find out how we can help you by contacting us today.

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Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:

http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html

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Prozac (fluoxetine) may be an effective antidepressant, but recent studies have revealed that this serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) imposes considerable risk upon the unborn children of pregnant women who take Prozac.

The risks of Prozac-induced heart defects are real. One scientific study, for example, found that Prozac increased the risk of infant birth defects by more than 50 percent. And the potential for injury is greatest in the early stages of pregnancy. During the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, women taking SSRIs like Prozac elevate the risk of malformation by 40 percent and the risk of heart defects by an astounding 60 percent.

Are you concerned that Prozac (fluoxetine) may have contributed to your child’s birth defects? Findings from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and leading scientific journals suggest that your concerns may be well founded. If you’re ready to find out about the health of your child and the reasons for his or her injury, talk to the dangerous drug experts at Fears Nachawati today. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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Every year, thousands of women suffer pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI) in the wake of pregnancy. These physical responses to pregnancy and other forces, such as menopause, weight loss, or menstruation, can be uncomfortable, embarrassing, and unhygienic. The risks of POP and SUI are real.

Unfortunately, the potential physical and emotional costs of transvaginal mesh devices, a medical response to POP and SUI, can be even higher. For years, some doctors have recommended that POP and SUI patients undergo a transvaginal mesh surgery and implant a mesh medical device. Tragically, these dangerous devices have an unusually high fail rate and have caused more than 1,000 patients to complain of discomfort, pain, and in some cases, severe physical and emotional injury.  

Has your mother, wife, or child experienced physically painful or emotionally stressful symptoms as a result of their experience with a transvaginal mesh device? Their rights may have been violated. Fortunately for your family, the attorneys at Fears Nachawati have launched a class action lawsuit aimed at protecting the legal rights and financial interests of device victims like your loved one. Don’t let your family suffer in silence any longer. Join our effort to fight back! Contact us today for your free consultation. Just call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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Neil and Leslie Craddock left their home in Thirroul, Australia, with the dream of coming to Texas and riding the endless backroads of the American southwest on the back of a Harley-Davidson. Instead, the Craddocks have spent nearly all of their vacation to Texas at Parkland Hospital, recovering from a motorcycle accident that caused severe injury and has required several surgeries.

Less than five miles from the store where they rented their Hog, the Craddocks, experienced motorcyclists, collided with a truck. Although the precise cause of the accident remains unclear, the effects have been abundantly apparent: Neil suffered a broken shoulder and compound leg facture and Leslie is now recovering from a broken ankle and rib as well as a cracked pelvis. 

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

The expert, dedicated personal injury attorneys at Fears | Nachawati have considerable experience representing motorcycle accident victims. With years in the courtroom and at the negotiating table, we know the questions to ask and the law that applies to motorcycle injuries like yours. Although all motorcycle accident victims need effective representation, injured riders like the Craddocks, cyclists who aren’t Texas residents, are in particular need of our knowledge of Texas law and local rules.

Were you injured on your motorcycle while passing through Texas? Do you have questions about your rights and potential recovery under Texas law? You deserve competent, experience, and vigilant representation. Give us a call today to find out how our expertise can benefit your legal rights and financial interests.

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Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:

http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html

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Pioglitazone treatments, commonly distributed through the prescription medication Actos, has been shown to substantially increase the risk of bladder cancer for some patients. In particular, the risk of cancer increased sharply as duration and dose rose. In fact, compared to never being exposed to pioglitazone, a pioglitazone therapy longer than 12 months was associated with a 40 percent increase in cancer risk.

Even Actos patients who know that pioglitazone treatments may increase their cancer risk don’t necessarily understand precisely how much that risk may elevate. To make informed decisions, full disclosure by the manufacturer and complete understanding by the patient are essential. If you or a loved one have been taking Actos without a complete understanding of Actos’s considerable cancer risk, your rights may have been violated.

The attorneys at Fears Nachawati are committed to using the legal system to protect patients against the risks and harms of dangerous drugs like Actos. You deserve the chance to make informed choices about your future. Want to find out more about how our firm’s expert, experienced lawyers can help you? Call today for your free consultation. Just call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. Let us help you and your family.

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Paroxetine, more commonly known by its trade names Paxil, Aropax, Seroxat, and Sereupin, is a commonly prescribed selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) aimed at treating depression.

Although effective at its primary purpose, paroxetine treatments have been shown in systematic reviews to substantially increase the risk of birth defects when taken during pregnancy. Specifically, on average paroxetine has been shown to increase the risk of pregnancy-related injuries, including a 1.5-fold increase in congenital birth defects and heart defects such as persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN).

If you or a loved one have given birth to a child who suffered from birth defects and who may have been exposed to paroxetine during his or her pregnancy, you should contact the dangerous drug attorneys at Fears Nachawati. With years of experience handling these types of cases and successfully representing class action clients, we’re ready to give you search for justice the expert attention you need. Justice for you and your family may be just a phone call away. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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Zoloft (sertraline) is an effective, safe antidepressant for many Americans. However, for American women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, safety may be a concern you take to heart. In fact, it may be time to ask your physician whether there is a better way to combat your depression.

Studies have found that Zoloft, a member of a class of antidepressants known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), may endanger the unborn children of pregnant patients with a number of birth defects, including persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN). What’s particularly invidious is that Zoloft and other SSRIs often do their most significant harm before the mother ever realizes that she’s pregnant.

Why does this matter in the eyes of the law? The probability that SSRI-related injuries occur early during pregnancy elevates the importance of effective physician and consumer warnings. Tragically, however, many Zoloft patients feel that they never really understood the risks they were assuming. Ineffective warnings aren’t fair to mothers, their children, or their families.

The attorneys at Fears Nachawati fight for victims of dangerous drugs, including Zoloft and other SSRIs. Our class action lawsuits give injured Americans a meaningful shot at their day in court. Have you or your loved one been injured by Zoloft? Find out how you can participate in our class action by contacting us today. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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Jim McNeil, a famed and experienced motorcycle stunt rider, died last weekend during a practice run prior to his performance at Fort Worth’s Texas Motor Speedway.

Although some observers initially assumed that driver error or the inherent danger of trick riding caused the accident, people familiar with the fatal accident broke their silence earlier this week, suggesting that mechanical failure – specifically, engine trouble – may have caused the tragic wreck. The fact that Mr. McNeil came up short of his landing zone corroborates this theory.

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

Is riding a motorcycle dangerous? You bet. Every time a motorcycle rider gets behind his hog, crotch rocket, or chopper, he knows that he’s riding with his life in his hands. And he knows he’s responsible for the risk.

However, a motorcycle driver isn’t responsible for mechanical failures associated with a defective product. Motorcycle manufactures should provide consumers with a motorcycle that’s fit for the purpose for which it was purchased. A defective engine, bent handlebars, leaky gas tank or any number of flaws may make your ride unnecessarily – and inappropriately – dangerous. If that’s the case, you should give the committed legal professionals at Fears | Nachawati a call immediately.

You may be entitled to complimentary repairs and other remedies. And if you’ve suffered a personal injury, you may be entitled to much more. Ready to find out whether we can provide you with the justice and financial recovery you deserve? Call for your free consultation today.

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Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:

http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html

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Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) like Lexapro may be effective at treating depression, but medical evidence increasingly reveals that the adverse effects are a price too high for many mothers and their families.

Some studies suggest that prenatal children can be exposed to serious injury when their mothers’ take SSRIs during the first trimester. Other studies find that children in the womb can be hurt if Lexapro and antidepressants like it are consumed after the 20^th week. Still other investigations suggest that the hazardous properties contained in SSRIs like Lexapro can be transferred through breast milk. Regardless of the time or manner of transmission, the reality is that a pregnant or new mother’s Lexapro prescription threatens the health of her newborn. In too many cases, these mothers are blind to this risk because the manufacturer of this dangerous drug has provided insufficient warning.

Lexapro (escitalopram) may have injured your child. If you’ve recently given birth to a child who suffers from persistent pulmonary hypertension and took or continue to take an antidepressant such as Lexapro or another SSRI, this dangerous drug may have harmed your child and your family. Are you ready to find out more? Contact the expert attorneys at Fears Nachawati today. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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Not enough. Celexa, a widely prescribed antidepressant known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), threatens the health of developing babies when consumed by pregnant women. How serious are the risks? According to one recent study, children in the womb experienced a six-fold increase in the probability of developing persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) when their mother’s an SSRI drug like Celexa after the 20^th week of pregnancy.

Some medical experts worry that the threats imposed by Celexa aren’t just what the medical community already knows about this dangerous drug, but what its still learning. How will Celexa-exposed children develop during later childhood? How will non-physical characteristics, such as emotional wellbeing, be impacted by prenatal Celexa exposure? As important as these questions are, the disconcerting reality is that we don’t know the answer—even as some doctors still prescribe SSRIs to pregnant patients.

Fears Nachawati attorneys fight for victims of Celexa injuries. We know how this dangerous drug impacts consumers like you—and we’re ready to defend your legal rights and advance your valid financial claims. You and your family don’t have to suffer in silence. Find out how we’re helping SSRI victims by contact us today. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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An accident on Interstate 10 in west Houston caused severe delays—and severe damage—as a result of careless truck driving. The accident occurred in the mid-morning on Monday, held up traffic on the Katy Freeway for most of the day, and required Texas Department of Transportation crews to conduct extensive repair work. The wreck happened when the driver of the 18-wheeler plowed into a guardrail and the base of a stanchion that supported an overhead sign.

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

18-wheelers weigh up to 80,000 pounds – nearly forty times the size of a standard automobile – and, as a result, cause incredible damage when they’re involved in an accident. Tragically, 18-wheeler accidents often result in severe personal injury or death.

18-wheeler accidents frequently present challenging factual and legal situations. In many cases, much of the evidence of what caused the accident is damaged or destroyed by the accident. Likewise, because truck drivers frequently work for large, multistate transportation companies, agency law can alter the legal consequences of an accident as well.

Fortunately for you, the attorneys at Fears | Nachawati have the experience and expertise to advance your 18-wheeler accident claim. We know how to handle the difficult factual and legal circumstances surrounding your 18-wheeler accident—and to secure the justice that you and your family deserve. Contact us today for your free consultation.

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Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:

http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html

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Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) such as Prozac have demonstrated numerous health benefits for women suffering from depression. Since 2005, however, an increasing number of studies have shown that SSRIs substantially increase the risk that pregnant women impose on their unborn children. A meaningful number of these children have been found to suffer from debilitating, potentially fatal birth defects, including cardiac ailments like atrial or ventricular septal defects and persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN).

While it’s clear that these children require immediate medical attention, potentially including risky surgeries, it is not clear what the full extent of SSRI-effects may be. As these children grow up, will they be susceptible to other kinds of diseases or medical conditions? Will they be able to have the kind of full, happy, and healthy lives that they would have enjoyed in the absence of their SSRI injury?

Fears Nachawati is prepared to explore these important legal, health, and financial issues for you and your family. If you took Prozac or another SSRI during your pregnancy, you owe it to yourself, you child, and your loved ones to find out whether your rights were violated by the manufacturer of these dangerous drugs. Let us help you! For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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Since 2008, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned consumers and patients that a widely used medical device known as transvaginal mesh has had a dangerously high malfunction rate, causing painful, potentially serious side effects. These side effects most notably include mesh erosion and mesh contraction and can be debilitating and require multiple surgeries for some female patients.

Victims of transvaginal mesh erosions and contractions routinely ask, “What should I do?” The first step is simple: record as much detail as possible about the adverse events you’re experiencing as a result of your transvaginal mesh. Your record should include the manufacturer’s name, the brand name of the product, relevant dates, the reasons for implantation, and the symptoms you’re experiencing. Next, you should contact the professionals at Fears Nachawati. With years of experience in complex class actions and victims’ rights claims, we have the ability to protect your legal and financial interests. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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Nearly 500,000 motorcycle riders converged on Galveston this weekend in what was intended to be a celebration of motorcycling in America. The event had tragic consequences for three riders, however. In each of these wrecks, none of the reckless riders wore a helmet—and all of them paid the highest price for their love of this dangerous and potentially lethal pastime.

The deadly accidents that occurred at the Lone Star Motorcycle Rally are indicative of the hundreds of accidents that happen across Texas every year. One driver lost control of his bike, struck a school bus, and perished when he became trapped under the bus’s undercarriage. Two others were killed when their motorcycle, travelling at an excessive rate of speed, struck a curb and flung them from their bike. Another man was placed in critical condition at a nearby hospital after he ran a stop sign, causing a serious accident.

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

The dedicated attorneys at Fears | Nachawati are committed to providing justice to victims of motorcycle accidents. Although most drivers don’t realize it, motorcycle accidents often raise unusual factual and legal issues. Lawyers unfamiliar with these nuanced realities put their clients’ legal interests and financial future at risk. Fortunately for you, we have the experience and technical expertise to effectively protect your rights. If you’ve been in a motorcycle accident, you should contact our specialists immediately!

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Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:

http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html

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What do more than 1,000,000 diabetes patients have in common? They were all prescribed Actos (pioglitazone) and participated in a wide-ranging study which definitively showed that the medication designed to protect them from the risks of diabetes exposed them to fatal risks of bladder cancer. The study found that when taken beyond one year, Actos patients experienced a considerable spike in the likelihood that their pioglitazone treatments would cause cancer cells to develop in their bladder.

These Actos findings led the FDA to issue a disconcerting warning this summer as well as leading countries to ban Actos all together. Has your physician spoken to you about the risks associated with your Actos prescription? If you remain unaware about the risks of Actos, the time to learn about them is now!

Fortunately for the victims of Actos, the leading attorneys at Fears Nachawati are preparing a lawsuit designed to protect their rights. If you suffer from Actos-related injuries, including bladder cancer, you should contact our experts immediately. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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If you’re pregnant and continuing to take Paxil (paroxetine), it’s time to talk to your physician about the risks of this dangerous drug. Independent health studies and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have routinely warned Paxil consumers that Paxil and other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) can cause permanent, debilitating birth defects in children who are exposed to paroxetine while in the womb.

Paroxetine-related prenatal risks are greatest during the first three months of pregnancy, so Paxil patients should speak to their physicians as soon as possible. Failing to understand the dangers of Paxil can cripple your child with ailments that include atrial and ventricular septal defects—literally, holes in the child’s heart.

The attorneys at Fears Nachawati are fighting for victims across the country through our class action lawsuit. It’s not too late to fight for your rights. To find out more about the risks of Paxil (paroxetine) and other dangerous antidepressants, contact us today. For your free consultation, call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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For the dedicated attorneys and professionals at Fears Nachawati securing justice for our clients is more than our business. It’s our passion. Our desire to fight for victims is rooted in our belief that all victims deserve their day in court, not just the wealthy or well connected.

Fears Nachawati professionals are currently fighting for a group of people who literally can’t speak for themselves: children who have been hurt by Zoloft (sertraline) and other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Most Americans don’t realize it, but Zoloft is more than an effective antidepressant. It’s also a dangerous drug that when taken by pregnant women is responsible for increasing the risk that children are born with a wide-range of birth defects, including limb reduction, anal atresia, and septal defects.

Litigation can be expensive. To help reduce the cost of litigation, the attorneys at Fears Nachawati are preparing a class action lawsuit against the SSRI drug manufacturers that have imposed unnecessary risks on an entire generation of children. It’s not too late to join! Find out how your family can participate in our class action by contact us today. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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A Dallas-area family is searching for answers after their loved one was unexpectedly killed in a hit-and-run accident that occurred in the early morning hours Thursday. The victim literally didn’t know what hit him. A hit-and-run driver travelling at an extremely high rate of speed slammed into the rear-end of his car, pushing him off the road and into a nearby field. Tragically, the driver was ejected from the car and killed.

The Plano Police Department is searching for the hit-and-run driver, however, their search is strictly limited to the suspect’s potential criminal conduct. The grieving family needs an experienced, dedicated attorney to protect their civil law rights.

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

Hit-and-run accidents are all too common in Texas’s cities and towns. Regardless of whether the offending driver was drunk, distracted, or reckless, the reality is that survivors are often left searching for a combination of things, including justice, emotional closure, and financial security.

Our law firm believes that victims should have their day in court—and we fight to make sure that they get it. That’s why the professionals at Fears | Nachawati have devoted our professional lives to defending the rights of people injured in accidents. If you or a loved one have been in an automobile accident, you need our experienced, highly qualified counsel. Whether you’re just coping with a loss or angry and looking for justice, we’re ready to fight on your behalf.

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Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:

http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html

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It’s a question more and more Lexapro (escitalopram) patients are asking their physicians. Tragically, every year hundreds of children are born with birth defects like persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) as a result of their mother’s prescription to a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), such as Lexapro. SSRIs are excellent at fighting depression, but recent studies and injured children reveal that SSRIs like Lexapro can cause a variety of dangerous, potentially lethal side effects. To add injustice to injury, the children who are injured have absolutely no choice as it relates to whether their mother should ingest Lexapro or other dangerous drugs.

Fortunately, Lexapro victims aren’t entirely without a means of fighting back. The expert attorneys at Fears Nachawati are preparing to file a class action on behalf of SSRI victims and their families. Drugs like Lexapro are dangerous. Patients deserve to fully understand the potential effects of these hazardous antidepressants. The tragic reality is that for many years drug manufacturers kept the full truth from doctors and patients.

Want to know more about our class action suit and how we may be able to provide you with the justice you and your family have been searching for? Contact us today. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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A recent study of the side effects of Celexa (citalopram), a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) commonly prescribed to treat depression, has revealed that Celexa causes miscarriages and birth defects in rats.

Long used as a human analog, animal testing involving rats has traditionally produced some of the most accurate empirical findings with respect to how drugs may impact the human body. In fact, rats are so effective at replicating a human response that more than 90 percent of all animal testing for scientific research uses rats and mice.

Recent reports from pregnant women suggest that the Celexa study involving rats and mice is illustrative. Several medical researchers have found that when pregnant mothers take Celexa and other SSRIs, this risk of birth defects such PPHN and a variety of other ailments to their unborn child increases significantly.

Was your child born with one or more birth defects as a result of your Celexa prescription? Your family deserves justice. Fortunately for you, the experienced attorneys at Fears Nachawati have launched a class action lawsuit designed to protect SSRI victims and their families. It’s not too late to join! Find out how we can protect your rights by contacting us today. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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238 miles per hour is a pretty good clip for a small airplane. On a motorcycle, it’s insanely fast. Nevertheless, 238 miles per hour was exactly how fast Bill Warner, the current holder of the land speed record for motorcycles, was travelling when he lost control of his motorcycle and crashed. Amazingly, Mr. Warner survived the accident, sustaining “just” four broken ribs, a collapsed lung, a lacerated liver, and extensive cuts and bruises on his body.

The risks associated with riding on a motorcycle are real. At the time of his accident, Mr. Warner was one of the most skilled, experienced riders in the country and was wearing the most cutting-edge safety gear. It didn’t matter to the pavement: losing control of his bike caused serious personal injury – and could have taken his life.

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

The men and women who ride motorcycles are unique, and the accidents that they’re involved in often require unique legal expertise. Whether it’s dealing with insurance companies that assess motorcycle-related risks, questioning motorists about whether they contributed to a motorcycle accident, or investigating whether a manufacturer’s product caused a crash, you need an attorney who understands the unique fact patterns associated with motorcycle accidents. You need the skilled, experience representatives at Fears | Nachawati.

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Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:

http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html

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What does it really mean for your child to have persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN)? You may be aware that Prozac (fluoxetine) and other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may cause PPHN when pregnant mothers continue their antidepressant prescription, but you may not understand what that really means.

PPHN means intensive medical care. It means extremely risky surgeries and high blood pressure in a newborn’s lungs that may result in oxygen deprivation. It means late nights at the hospital, expensive treatments, and in some cases, the death of an infant and the parental anguish that so often accompanies the loss of a child.

It’s a shock to many Americans when they realize that SSRIs increase the probability of an infant developing PPHN by 600 percent. Moreover, mothers who take Prozac and other SSRIs late in their pregnancy particularly elevate the risks to their child.

The attorneys at Fears Nachawati are fighting for families like yours. If your child suffers from SSRI-induced PPHN, you may have a viable legal case. The painful reality is that for many years the makers of Prozac and other dangerous drugs failed to appropriately warn both patients and the doctors who cared for them. Join our class action suit! Find out how by contacting us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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