Did Prozac Cause Your Newborn's Birth Defects?

Has your newborn suffered from jitteriness, shallow breathing, low body temperature, diminished reaction to pain or poor muscle tone? Did you take Prozac or another antidepressant – commonly known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) – during your third trimester or while your newborn was breastfeeding? If the answer to these questions is yes, you should talk to your child’s pediatrician and to the attorneys at Fears Nachawati who specialize in dangerous drug injuries.

 

Unfortunately, for nearly a decade several large pharmaceutical companies have manufactured SSRIs like Prozac (fluoxetine) and distributed them to the unsuspecting public without properly testing their product or warning physicians and consumers. For some families, this decision has been catastrophic, as their newborns have suffered from a cascade of illnesses and potentially fatal birth defects.

 

Worried that Prozac may have contributed to your child’s birth defects? Don’t suffer in silence; don’t worry alone. Talk to our professionals today to find out how you should go about answering your questions – and what you should do if you don’t like the answers you receive. 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!

Houston Biker Hospitalized After Accident

Do you ride your bike regularly? If so, you probably expose yourself to more risk that you realize. For instance, what would happen to you if you were in an accident? Are you covered by your insurance policy? Most bikers aren’t. Are you confident that the reckless driver who hit you would have biking accidents on their coverage? You shouldn’t be.

 

Bicycle riders experience significant levels of potential accident risk every time they strap on their helmet. Yet most are totally unprepared for the financial, medical, and legal consequences of an accident. As a result, they wind up searching for solutions after the fact. For instance, an unnamed Houston bike rider is doing that now. This afternoon, the cyclist was peddling along Texas 249 in northwest Harris County when a car struck her. Because of the accident, the rider was taken by Life Flight helicopter to a nearby hospital.

 

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

Riding a bicycle is supposed to be fun. That’s why for years kids, parents, and adults have gotten their exercise and fresh air by taking a bike ride. Tragically, the vast majority of riders never think about the unthinkable: who is responsible in the event of an accident.

 

Fortunately for riders like you, the accident and injury experts at Fears | Nachawati known precisely what you need to know – and what you need to prove in a court of law – in order to sustain your claims. You didn’t choose to get injured riding your bike, but you can determine how to respond. Talk to our experienced and expert attorneys today to find out everything you need to know about how to seek the justice you deserve.

 

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

Are You One of This Year's 300,000 Transvaginal Mesh Patients?

According to estimates by the Food and Drug Administration, more than 300,000 women every year undergo transvaginal mesh procedures designed to treat their pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Of these patients, thousands experience post-surgical complications that cause intense pain and discomfort.

 

Have you experienced vaginal pain, bleeding, or issue erosion? These symptoms may be connected to your ineffective and dangerous transvaginal mesh operation. It’s no surprise why patients have experienced difficulty: the makers of these medical devices created a dangerous product and made things even worse by providing the public with insufficient warning.

 

The attorneys at the law firm of Fears Nachawati are prepared to help you make the transition from victim to plaintiff. For many patients, the courts can be an effective and meaningful place to find a redress of grievance. Is a lawsuit right for you and your family. We can guide your decision-making. Talk to our advisors today. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com

Are You An Actos Patient Showing Symptoms of Bladder Cancer?

In the last several weeks, have you repeatedly experienced blood in your urine, unusually frequent urination, pain while urinating, or urinary tract infections. If you’re a long-term Actos (pioglitazone) patient, these sources of pain and discomfort may be symptoms of a more serious problem: bladder cancer.

 

According to multiple medical surveys, Type 1 diabetes patients who take Actos (pioglitazone) for more than one year have a considerably high likelihood – as much as forty percent – of contracting bladder cancer as a result of their Actos prescription. Fortunately, medical options for combating bladder cancer are available, including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation.

 

Victims of Actos-induced bladder cancer and their families are fortunate to have legal options, too. Want to find out what legal actions are available to you and your loved one? Talk to the Fears Nachawati attorneys who specialize in dangerous drugs today. We’ve helped hundred of victims. We can help you, too. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

 

The Paxil Danger Zone: Risks Higher During First Trimester

The health risks associated with Paxil (paroxetine) are not constant. For pregnant women, the risk that their Paxil prescription contributes to their fetus’s development of a birth defect are notably higher during the first trimester. In fact, recent medical studies reveal that Paxil patients in their first three months of pregnancy are between 150 and 200 percent more likely to give birth to a child with a heart defect than non-Paxil patients.

 

The medical risks associated with Paxil (paroxetine) aren’t new news. However, the legal consequences are changing. In 2009, a jury awarded a Paxil family between 2 and 3 million dollars in compensation for the harm that the drug manufacturer imposed upon their child. As of mid-2010, the maker of Paxil faced more than 800 lawsuits and roughly $1,000,000,000 in product liability claims.

 

If you child has suffered as a result of your Paxil (paroxetine) or other SSRI prescription medication, the time to act is now. Fortunately for you, the professionals and attorneys at the Dallas law firm of Fears Nachawati are prepared to give you the help and guidance you need. Let us help you fight for your family’s rights. You deserve fair compensation for your loved one’s injuries and ongoing medical care. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

Excessive Speed Takes Teen Passenger's Life

Thursday afternoon, most of Tania Enamorado’s classmates had gone home for the day. Enamorado, however, was cruising around Dallas with her friend and her teenage cousin. The drive would have been uneventful except for one event: the driver, Enamorado’s cousin, driving at an excessive rate of speed, hit a puddle, lost control of her car, and slammed into a utility pole. The accident sent the driver and a passenger to the hospital. Tragically, Enamorado was killed immediately.

 

Did the driver have a license? No. Was she driving at excessive speed? Yes. Is she responsible for the safety of her passengers? Absolutely. The life and death of Enamorado stands as an important reminder for teens, passengers, and parents alike: drivers are legally responsible for the safety of their passengers.

 

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

The life of Miss Enamorado came to too quick an end. Her death is undeniably tragic, not only because it was preventable, but because the people most responsible for her safety – her own family – let her down when she most needed their protection.

 

Has your teenage child been hurt in an automobile accident? It happens to thousands of Texas drivers – and their families – every year. Frequently, these accidents involve significant medical costs and financial liability for the victims. You don’t have to bear these costs alone. Drivers, even teenagers, must care for the health and safety of their passengers.

 

If your child has been hurt in a car wreck, you should call the automobile accident experts at Fears | Nachawati. Our attorneys are prepared to guide you through this difficult process and fight for your rights. You didn’t have control over the way this process started, but you can dictate how it ends. Your free consultation is just a phone call away! Let us help you 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

FDA Testing Suggests Zoloft May Cause Injury to Newborns

A recent study published by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) suggests that Zoloft and other antidepressants collectively known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may cause and contribute to significant neonatal injuries.

 

In testing using human analogs, medical researchers determined that if mothers ingest Zoloft/SSRI prescription medication during the last trimester of pregnancy and lactation, their children could suffer developmental issues. In fact, test subjects taking Zoloft and SSRIs gave birth to stillborn offspring and offspring with decreased body weight.

 

Thousands of families have suffered as a result of the insufficient pre-market testing of Zoloft and other SSRIs. Consequently, children have suffered serious medical conditions and families have been forced to pay costly medical bills. Does this sound all too familiar? Fears Nachawati helps families just like yours. Our expert attorneys can advise you of your family’s legal options and help you start down your path to justice. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com

Did Lexapro Cause Your Child's Neonatal Withdrawal Syndrome

Every day, physicians prescribe Lexapro to pregnant women. Most doctors and virtually all patients are unaware of the serious and potential catastrohphic risks that Lexapro (escitalopram) imposes on unborn children. As a result, thousands of in utero children are exposed to escitalopram – and the potential for developing neonatal withdrawal syndrome.

 

Neonatal withdrawal syndrome occurs when recently birthed children suffer from the absence of a chemical – in the case of Lexapro, escitalopram – to which they have become dependent. The effects aren’t pretty and often include convulsions, irritability, abnormal crying, and tremors. Has your child suffered one of these symptoms? The cause may be more easily identifiable than you might think.

 

The attorneys at the Dallas law firm of Fears Nachawati know how to protect victims of neonatal withdrawal syndrome and their families. For years, we’ve protected people just like you. A short call to us can answer your questions and let you decide the right way to proceed for you and your family. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

Celexa, Neural Tube Defects, and Autism

According to recent reports in the Obstetrics & Gynecology and the Archives of General Psychiatry, Celexa (citalopram) has been found to have a connection between neural tube defects and autism. The first trimester is particularly critical for the related risks of Celexa and these tragic birth defects. Unfortunately, many physicians and their patients are unaware of this dangerous connection.

 

Has your child been born with a neural tube defect or autism? If you took Celexa during your pregnancy, the two may be related. To find out the answers to your questions, you should contact the legal experts at Fears Nachawati. We’re putting our expertise and experience to work for victims like you. Find out if you can join our fight for justice! For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com

How Is Prozac Related to Child Birth Defects?

In the last several years, thousands of American women have given birth to children who suffer from birth defects such as persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) and heart and lung conditions. Tragically, many are learning that the cause of their newborn’s suffering could be the Prozac prescription they took during their pregnancy.

 

Did your doctor warn you about the risks of Prozac (fluoxetine) during pregnancy? If the answer is no, then you’re like many women – and many physicians – who were victimized by drug manufacturers who engaged in a systematic campaign designed to limit the amount of information released about the risks of Prozac. As a result of a poorly informed market, profits were enhanced, but suffering is now higher, too.

 

Fears Nachawati fights to protect the victims of drug-related injuries, like you and your child. Prozac has caused you enough pain. Now it’s time to fight back. To find out how to defend your family’s legal and financial interests, talk to our experts today. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com

Are You Experiencing Pain and Discomfort after Your SUI Surgery?

 Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and pelvic organ prolapse (POP) are common ailments among women who have recently given birth or experienced menopause. Tragically, thousands of wives and mothers have sought to ameliorate the embarrassing, uncomfortable, and sometimes painful symptoms of SUI and POP with a relatively new surgery – a transvaginal mesh operation – that doctors and researchers are now learning can cause serious complications. For some transvaginal mesh patients, the treatment really has been worse than the disease.

 

Have transvaginal mesh surgery complications injured you? You and your loved ones deserve justice and compensation for the pain and suffering, emotional distress, and lost time and wages caused by this potentially dangerous and ineffective surgery.

 

You probably have lots of questions about your legal rights and potential financial recovery. Fortunately, we’re ready to answer them and get your fight for justice started. Contact us today for your free consultation. All you have to do is give us a call at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

Early Morning Motorcycle Crash Injures Two

Early morning commuters travelling to Dallas from Rockwall, and Greenville were delayed this morning because of a motorcycle accident that seriously injured two people. Today’s accident marks yet another in a growing trend that underscores how dangerous motorcycle driving can be, particularly for riders who don’t protect themselves.

 

Although precisely what happened is still under investigation, today’s accident has all the earmarks of the kind of car-induced accident that so often takes down riders. In the half-light of early morning, a driver and his passenger were taking an I-30 off-ramp when the motorcycle crashed, throwing the riders from the cycle and onto the cold, hard interstate. Observers are left to wonder whether an inattentive motorist was travelling too close to the exiting bikers and caused the accident.

 

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

Have you been injured in a motorcycle accident? Was a careless car driver responsible for your injuries? You should call a doctor if you’re injured. Then, you should contact the motorcycle accident experts at Fears | Nachawati.

 

Want to know how to protect yourself? Helmets are just the half of it. For many motorcyclists, insurance is important to protect their financial future, and the skilled attorneys at our law firm are instrumental in making sure that their legal interests are protected. Ready to find out how we can help you? Talk to our skilled, trained, experienced, and dedicated professionals today. You’ll be glad you did.

 

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

FDA to Actos Patients: The Threat of Bladder Cancer Is Real

The Food and Drug Administration has been unambiguously clear in numerous warnings to Actos (pioglitazone) patients: the risk of bladder cancer is real. Tragically, a significant number of Type 2 diabetes patients have nevertheless decided to run the risk of cancer and the potential for serious injury, painful surgery and even death.

 

Have you or a loved one suffered as a result of an Actos (pioglitazone) prescription? The attorneys at Fears Nachawati are committed to helping patients like you. We know the questions you’ve been asking and we can provide you with the answers you need. Contact us today to find out everything you need to know about the law related to Actos injuries. For a free consultation, call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com.

 

Physicians Warn Patients: Paxil Produces Risks

The active component in Paxil, paroxetine, may help patients with their depression, but for the fetus growing inside a pregnant woman, Paxil (paroxetine) can cause serious birth defects. The risks associated with Paxil are not insignificant and are varied. Infants have experienced withdrawal symptoms after birth as well as more serious physical birth defects, such as club foot, congenital malformations, and septal defects.

 

The experienced, expert attorneys at Fears Nachawati fight for the victims of Paxil (paroxetine) and their families. If your loved one may have suffered as a result of your or your spouse’s Paxil (paroxetine) prescription, you should contact us immediately. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com

Is Zoloft Responsible for Your Child's Birth Defects?

Tragically, thousands of American families are facing this difficult, dispiriting and discouraging issue. For more than five years, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and prominent members of the medical community have warned physicians and patients that Zoloft (sertraline) can cause serious health consequences when taken during pregnancy, including persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) and possibly fatal cardiac ailments.

 

Zoloft can’t be that bad, right? Think again. After the 20th week of pregnancy, infants exposed to Zoloft (sertraline) and other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are six times more likely to develop PPHN and other birth defects. If you took Zoloft during your pregnancy, your child’s birth defects may be related to your prescription.

 

Need help coming to terms with your child’s ailments and what that means for the medical, financial, and legal future of your family? The attorneys at Fears Nachawati are prepared to help you sort through these challenges. Call or email us today for your free consultation. To get started, call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com

Does Your Motorcycle Insurance Cover Joyriding?

A Houston motorcycle owner woke up this morning to a legal and financial reality that he never considered when it was just a highly unlikely probability. As he relaxed at home the night before, his life was changing on Houston’s North Freeway. So were the lives of three others.

 

What was the motorcycle owner’s fateful decision? It was a simple enough act: he let his friend borrow his motorcycle. Unfortunately for everyone involved, however, the friend had very little motorcycle experience.

 

Zooming down the center lane of the North Freeway, the rider lost control of the bike’s speed and, as a result, slammed into the back of another vehicle, breaking out the car’s back window and spraying glass on two children sitting in the back of the car. Although scary for the kids, the accident proved even worse for the rider. Not wearing a helmet, the novice joyrider was thrown from the motorcycle, ultimately landing at a hospital in critical condition.

 

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

What would happen if your friend, spouse, or child were in an accident while riding your motorcycle? Have you considered the legal and financial implications that you might face? If you’re like most motorcycle owners, you haven’t. And the harsh financial and legal realty is that you might be on the hook for your joyrider’s recklessness.

                                                                                

Do you have questions about what happens in the event of a motorcycle accident involving your ride? Texas law can be complicated. It may be time for you to speak with the specialists at Fears | Nachawati. Contact us today for a free consultation!

 

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

Lexapro: Risks Rise as Your Due Date Approaches

Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should speak to their OB/GYN doctor about how their Lexapro (escitalopram) prescription may affect their child’s development. This is particularly true for pregnant women who are entering their third trimester. Although many Lexapro (escitalopram) patients don’t realize it, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as Lexapro can cause serious – even fatal – birth defects if they are taken in the last trimester of pregnancy.

 

Did you not learn about the potential hazards of Lexapro (escitalopram) or another SSRI until it was too late? The attorneys at Fears Nachawati are specialists in the injuries that you and your family have faced. Our dedicated knowledge can help you make an informed decision about how to proceed with the decisions ahead of you. Our help is just a phone call or email away! For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. Let us fight for you and you family.

Expanded List of Celexa Birth Defects

The medical and legal communities have known for years that Celexa (citalopram) is a dangerous drug with potentially serious consequences for newborns exposed during pregnancy. However, only recently have medical researchers shown that Celexa, a member of a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), not only contributes to persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) and other cardiac and pulmonary conditions, but also oral cleft, hypoplastic left heart syndrome, and coarction of the aorta.

 

Does your child suffer a Celexa-induced birth defect? The attorneys at the dangerous drug law firm Fears Nachawati have the experience and expertise to advise you as you consider your legal, medical, and financial options. Contact us today to get started on your family’s road to justice. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

Rural Road Claims Motorcycle Driver and Passenger

A sharp turn on a rural road is dangerous for all drivers, but it’s particularly hazardous for motorcyclists trying to negotiate the turn at night and at high speed. For Ryan Lorenz and his female passenger, Jennifer Chennault, the sharp turn on FM 455 in Collin County was too much to handle. Lorenz lost control of his bike, driving off the road, striking a poll, and coming to a rest in a roadside ditch. Both driver and passenger died at the scene.

 

Driving is a motorcycle is fun, but it can also be very dangerous. Driving at high speed, at night, in a group, or with a passenger means driving with greater risk. For many drivers just like Lorenz, that risk can have tragic, painful, and even fatal consequences.

 

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

Fears | Nachawati is a specialized legal practice that serves Texans involved in motorcycle accidents. Whether you’ve been in an accident as a motorcycle passenger or driver, we can help you deal with the days ahead. You may need to negotiate with your motorcycle insurance provider or the drivers and other parties who may have contributed to your accident. We handle those types of negotiations for drivers every day.

 

Was your loved one killed in a motorcycle accident? Thanks to the Texas wrongful death statute, their rights were not necessarily extinguished when they passed away. If you want to find out how you can seek justice on behalf of your departed loved one, we can answer those questions and prepare your fight for justice.

 

Were you a passenger on a motorcycle ride from hell? Agreeing to ride a motorcycle with your friend is not the same thing as agreeing to be driven recklessly. If you were hurt as a motorcycle passenger because of dangerous driving, you may have a valid legal claim against the driver. Talk to us to find out how you should move forward.

 

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

Your Child's Pediatrician: They Key to Understanding Prozac Birth Defects

Millions women take Prozac (fluoxetine) every day. Unfortunately, thousands of these Prozac consumers become pregnant without realizing the harmful effects that fluoxetine treatments can have on their unborn child.

 

Are you personally familiar with the tragic combination of Prozac and pregnancy? Your family and your child may be the victims of Prozac and the intentional recklessness of the drug manufacturers who produced it. Recent medical findings are continuing to show that Prozac drug makers didn’t appropriately test their product or warn consumers and physicians of its possible effects.

 

As you may know, Prozac (fluoxetine) has been linked to fetal cardiac and pulmonary conditions, including atrial septal defects and persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN), among many others. Fortunately, your child’s pediatrician may be able to help you and your family understand whether your child suffers from Prozac-related birth defects. In many cases, common medical instruments such as chest x-rays, ultrasound, and an MRI may be used to determine the presence and scope of your child’s birth defects.

 

Fears Nachawati helps Prozac victims like you and your family. If you’ve got questions about your rights, we’re prepared to advise you. Contact our experienced attorneys today. For your free consultation, call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com

Have You Undergone a Urogynecological Surgical Mesh Procedure?

Thousands of American women suffer from weakened or damaged pelvic tissue as a result of either pregnancy or menopause. To counteract this uncomfortable and potentially painful condition known as pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI), numerous doctors have prescribed a synthetic material known as a surgical mesh. Permanently implanted in the patient and designed to reinforce the vaginal wall or support the urethra or bladder neck, these urogynecological procedures are aimed at improving the quality of life of thousands of women.

 

Tragically, in many cases the opposite is true. Rather than eased pain and an improved life, these surgical meshes have proven to cause more discomfort and permanent injury. Fortunately, the attorneys at Fears Nachawati fight on behalf of these women. Thanks to our experienced, expert professionals, we’ve been able to secure justice for numerous victims. Have you suffered as a result of a urogynecological procedure? You should contact us immediately. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

Arlington Driver Suffers Wrongful Death

Early yesterday morning an Arlington driver had car trouble. The driver, Kolawole Grando, made the mistake of coming to a stop in an eastbound lane of I-20. Tragically, it was one of the last mistakes Mr. Grando would make.

 

Shortly after coming to stop, a pickup truck slammed into the back of Grando’s car, collapsing the entire back half of the car and causing Grando’s immediate death. The death of Mr. Grando may have been accident, but it wasn’t necessary a fluke. Hundreds of stranded drivers are injured every year in Texas as a result of fellow drivers who drive too fast, too recklessly, too tired, or too drunk.

 

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

The attorneys at Fears | Nachawati not only protect the victims of automobile accidents, but their families as well. With years of experience and well-developed expertise, we know not only how to investigate the immediate effects of an accident, but also the repercussions on spouses, children, and parents.

 

It’s important to know that the State of Texas has created a law, known as the wrongful death statute, which allows immediate family members to sue on behalf of loved ones who are killed in an accident. Thanks to this essential law, our attorneys and advocates have succeeded in protecting bereaved family members and defending their legal rights.

 

Has your loved one been killed in an automobile accident? Their fight for justice didn’t necessarily die with them. Contact our professionals today to find out how we can help you recover damages in the wake of their needless pain and suffering.

 

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

Did You Know the FDA Required Changes to Actos Packaging?

Actos (pioglitazone) is a dangerous drug, although too many patients and physicians don’t realize it. In fact, because of the medical risks associated with Actos, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued repeated warnings about pioglitazone treatments since 2007. Those warnings have addressed both the risk of heart failure and, more recently, the dramatic risk of bladder cancer associated with Actos.

 

How serious are these risks? On repeated occasions, the FDA has required the makers of pioglitazone-based medications, including Actos, to modify the drug’s labels and packaging in an effort to better educate and notify consumers, patients, and doctors.

 

Surprised to learn that the FDA would require modifications of Actos packaging? You’re not alone. Thousands of consumers have been surprised to learn that the makers of Actos systematically failed to appropriately test and market this dangerous drug. If you’ve been taking Actos and think that you’ve suffered as a result, you should contact the dangerous drug attorneys at Fears Nachawati immediately. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

Paxil Linked to Right Ventricular Outflow Tract Defects

Many Americans associate the drug Paxil (paroxetine) with depression. They’re right to do so: Paxil is a widely prescribed and generally effective antidepression medication.

 

Tragically, a growing number of Americans are also learning to associated Paxil (paroxetine) with severe, sometimes fatal birth defects such as persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) and a rare heart condition known as right ventricular outflow tract defects. Although the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has long warned of the risks of PPHN, it wasn’t until last summer that medical researchers, writing in for the medical research publication Obstetrics & Gynecology, linked Paxil with this serious heart condition in newborns.

 

Does your child suffer from a heart defect or PPHN? Did you take Paxil during your pregnancy? The two may be more closely related than you think! Talk to the dangerous drug experts and experienced attorneys at Fears Nachawati today to find out the answers to your questions – including whether you can hold the maker of Paxil responsible for your family’s suffering. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

Is the Maker of Zoloft Responsible for Your Child's Birth Defects?

For thousands of American mothers and their families, the issue they are raising in the homes and with their doctors is whether Zoloft (sertraline) caused the birth defects that now fetter their child’s development – and may threaten his or her life.

 

It’s a difficult, uncomfortable, and often tragic issue to address. The hard reality for families and their physicians is that for several years the pharmaceutical manufacturer of Zoloft (sertraline) failed to appropriately warn doctors and their patients of the risks of this dangerous drug.

 

For years, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and medical journals have cautioned that selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) like Zoloft may lead to fetal birth defects such as persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN). Despite this, the makers of these dangerous drugs continued to manufacturer and merchant the pills that, for a tragically large number of families, caused the birth defect of their child.

 

Fortunately for these families, Fears Nachawati is fight back. Thanks to our legal actions, injured children and their families have a method of holding these drug makers accountable. Has your family suffered as a result of Zoloft? Talk to our experienced, expert attorneys today. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

Street Racer Takes Dallas Father's Life

Street racing may be against the law, but that doesn’t seem to stop thousands of Texans from tearing around city streets, putting their own lives at risk – and the lives of innocent bystanders, too.

 

Tragically, Elias Silva-Gonzales of Dallas, a 43-year-old father of two, was killed earlier this month when a street racer driving a Chevrolet Suburban at an excessive rate of speed slammed into Silva-Gonzales’s car. Although Silva-Gonzales was rushed to the hospital, the deed – and the damage – was done. By the time he reached the ER, Mr. Silva-Gonzales had died from the irresponsible decision-making of yet another criminally negligent street racer.

 

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

Driving under normal conditions is dangerous. Street racing makes a trip to the grocery store potentially fatal. For the victims of street racing, this recklessness isn’t right. And for the families who grieve them, it isn’t fair.

 

If there’s any good news, it’s this: street racing isn’t just illegal, it’s tortuous. While it’s the responsibility of prosecutors and public officials to pursue criminal charges against street racers, it’s the right of victims to file suit against street racers and to hold them accountable for their misconduct.

 

The attorneys at Fears | Nachawati help the victims of street racers and their families to secure justice in civil court. If you’ve been involved in one of these unnecessary, harmful accidents, you can protect your rights and the rights of others by filing a proper complaint in court. We can help you! Contact us today to find out how.

 

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

The Responsibilities of SSRI Drug Manufacturers

Members of the pharmaceutical industry have an obligation to produce and distribute safe drugs. In the event that the drugs they manufacture carry any risks or potential side effects, drug makers have a duty to warn the users of their products – both the patients who ingest them and the physicians who prescribe them – of those risks.

 

Tragically, for thousands of Americans, several drug manufacturers failed both in their duty to produce a safe product and their obligation to warn consumers of the risks associated with these dangerous drugs. What’s particularly surprising is that this dual failure was not merely associated with a single drug, but with an entire class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). These drugs, such as Lexapro (escitalopram), may have been effective at combating depression, but they imposed very serious – and potentially fatal – risks on the fetuses of pregnant patients.

 

Fortunately, the attorneys at Fears Nachawati are fighting for injured SSRI patients. Did you take Lexapro or another SSRI? Has your child exhibited the birth defects associated with fetal SSRI exposure? Talk to our legal counselors and professionals today. You may be entitled to relief and damages associated with the pain and suffering your family has experienced. Your free consultation is just a phone call or email away. Contact us today by calling 1.866.545.8364 or emailing mn@fnlawfirm.com. We can help you.

Is Celexa Dangerous for Pregnant Women?

Celexa (citalopram), one of the most recent antidepressants to roll off the drug manufacturers’ production line, isn’t as well known as Zoloft (sertraline) or as widely prescribed as Paxil (paroxetine) and Prozac (fluoxetine). Tragically, this left some pregnant Celexa patients to think that either Celexa isn’t a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or that it somehow isn’t as dangerous as other SSRIs. Unfortunately, the medical reality simply doesn’t support these conclusions.

 

Celexa (citalopram) is an SSRI that, if taken during pregnancy, can cause serious birth defects in the developing fetus, including persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) and other brain, lung, and heart conditions. While some of these conditions are relatively mild and may be resolved relatively easily, PPHN and a number of other ailments are very serious and may be life-threatening.

 

Fears Nachawati helps families who have given birth to children with Celexa and SSRI-related birth defects. For thousands of families across the country, our experienced legal team’s informed advice could be the difference between vindication and victimization. Don’t suffer in silence. Contact our professionals today. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

18-Wheeler Accident Stalls Traffic, Threatens Drivers

Dallas’s infamous Mixmaster, the dangerous, heavily travelled, multileveled intersection of I-30 and I-35, was the scene of an 18-wheeler accident earlier this week that could have turned fatal. Slick conditions – and possibly inattentive driving – caused an 18-wheeeler to jackknife, blocking traffic and requiring crews to spend more than an hour untangling the mess.

 

Most Americans don’t realize it, but 18-wheelers and other multi-axel commercial vehicles make America’s highways considerably more dangerous. The fact that 18-wheelers weighs as much as 80,000 pounds, drive on retread tires, and have considerably more tires than brakes are just a few the reasons that 18-wheelers cause tens of thousands of accidents every year.

 

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

Although poor driving conditions and bad luck play their part, reckless driving and negligent management are two of the principal reasons that so many American drivers are injured and killed in trucking accidents every year. It isn’t right or fair that major trucking companies place profits above safety, but that’s exactly what happens.

 

Have you or a loved one been in an 18-wheeler accident? You should talk to the trucking accident experts at the law offices of Fears | Nachawati. With years of experience and courtroom-tested expertise, we know how to investigate your accident, understand the injuries that you’ve sustained, question the people – both the driver and the managerial team – that contributed to your accident, and present your case so that you can recover what you deserve. Your case and your future are too important to leave to anyone but the best.

 

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

Did Prozac Cause Your Newborn's Lung Problems?

Recent medical investigations have revealed that Prozac (fluoxetine) is a dangerous drug, potentially requiring hospitalization, respiratory support, and tube feeding for newborns exposed to fluoxetine during their mother’s pregnancy. Studies suggest that the third trimester is the riskiest period for the child and that as many as 30 percent of the newborns who suffered from prolonged exposure to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), like Prozac, experienced birth defects such as tremors, sleep disturbances, or lung problems, including persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN).

 

Fears Nachawati fights for families who were victimized by dangerous drugs like Prozac (fluoxetine). Has your child demonstrated symptoms of Prozac (fluoxetine) exposure? Are you concerned that your SSRI may have caused your child’s birth defects? Find out the answer to these questions and many more by contacting our experienced, expert, dedicated professionals. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

Reports of Transvaginal Mesh Complication Increase Five Fold

Between 2008 and 2010, the number of transvaginal mesh patients who reported a complication increased a shocking 500 percent from previous years. By 2010, in fact, the number of reported complications was reaching toward 200,000, and medical experts were concluding that as many as 15 percent of all transvaginal mesh patients were suffering one kind of complication or another.

 

Have you experienced vaginal pain and discomfort in the days, weeks, or months after your transvaginal mesh surgery? You’re not alone. Quite to the contrary, you’re just the most recent in a large number of women who trusted their bodies and their lives to drug manufacturers who betrayed their trust and inflicted a dangerous product on them.

 

Fears Nachawati protects women who have experienced a transvaginal mesh complication. Our experienced, expert counselors know how to communicate your injury within the language of the law and to use the law to protect you from the recklessness of others. Don’t suffer in silence; don’t suffer alone. Talk to us today. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We can help you.

Driver Involved in Car Accident - with Restaurant

The driver of a Mazda minivan lost control of her car today and was involved in an accident with an unlikely defendant: McDonald’s. Although the restaurant was less damaged than the minivan, the reality is that both McDonald’s and the Dallas-area driver sustained property damage. McDonald’s brick wall was cracked, and the front fender of the minivan collapsed as a result of the collision.

 

What’s the way forward for the driver and the multinational food services provider? Time – and a forthcoming negotiation between the parties – will tell.

 

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

Automobile accidents happen every day in Texas. Admittedly, most don’t involve buildings, such as a McDonald’s restaurant, but it’s important to recognize that accidents rarely play out the way that drivers anticipate. Car accidents regularly involve injured passengers, commercial vehicles, such as 18-wheelers, wrongful deaths, municipal trucks, or product defects, such as a tendency for some cars to roll when struck.

 

Would you be ready if your car rolled or if your passenger was injured? Accidents involving unanticipated eventualities are often difficult to resolve for drivers, insurance companies, and attorneys who aren’t prepared for them.

 

Fortunately for you, the attorneys at Fears | Nachawati handle these type of unexpected realities every day. The accident you’ve involved in may surprise you, but it probably won’t phase our dedicated, experienced professionals. In fact, that’s a big reason why you should trust us with your case. We know how to understand what happened to you – and can protect for your legal, property, and financial interests!

 

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

NHI Warns Actos Patients of Heart Failure Risks

For years, physicians have been prescribing Actos (pioglitazone) to Type 2 diabetes patients in an attempt to increase the body’s sensitivity to insulin and, as a result, control the patient’s diabetes and its effects. Recent medical studies citing the risk of bladder cancer for longer-term Actos patients, however, have caused many doctors (and a few European countries) to curtail or even prohibit the prescription of this dangerous drug.

 

Late last year, the National Institute of Health (NIH) warned that the dangers of Actos (pioglitazone) extended beyond the bladder. According to the NIH, pioglitazone treatments may cause or worsen congestive heart failure in patients. The NIH expressly warned potential or actual Actos patients to consult with their physician if they had experienced symptoms of heart problems, such as swelling of the extremities, heart disease, high blood pressure, and coronary artery disease.

 

Have you experience heart problems since beginning your Actos (pioglitazone) prescription? Fears Nachawati knows how to help you. All you have to do is give us a call! For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com

Talk to Your Doctor Before Breastfeeding If You Take Paxil

Paxil (paroxetine) is a dangerous drug that may be transferred to your baby if you’re not careful. While many Paxil patients are aware of the risk of taking Paxil during pregnancy, some don’t realize that Paxil may be transferred to your newborn through breast milk. Babies who are born premature or show signs of hepatic immunity are particularly vulnerable to the harmful effects associated with postnatal paroxetine exposure.

 

The dangers associated with Paxil (paroxetine) are both numerous and serious. A 2010 Swedish study, for instance, confirmed previous research when it concluded that pregnant women who used Paxil during pregnancy revealed a measurable association between Paxil ingestion and infant cardiovascular birth defects.

 

Fears Nachawati fights for the victims of dangerous drugs such as Paxil (paroxetine) and other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). If you or a loved one have suffered as a result of a Paxil prescription, you should contact our dedicated attorneys immediately. For a free consultation, call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com

FDA Underscores Risks Associated with Zoloft, SSRIs

The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has for several years described in stark, black-and-white detail exactly how dangerous a drug Zoloft (sertraline) and other serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) can be for pregnant women. After the 20th week of pregnancy, the fetuses developing in pregnant women who take an SSRI like Zoloft experienced a 6-fold increase the probability of developing persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN).

 

For years, the attorneys at Fears Nachawati have fought to protect victims of accidents, negligence, recklessness, and intentional abuse. For decades, drug manufacturers have been succeeding at dodging accountability and liability. We’re ready to set things straight. If you’ve been injured by Zoloft (sertraline) or another SSRI, it’s time to fight back. Contact our experienced, expert attorneys today. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

Who Caused Your 18-Wheeler Accident?

Hundreds of Texas drivers are killed every year as a result of 18-wheeler accidents, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. Across the nation, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has found that the number of motorists who die annually as a result of accidents with commercial vehicles regularly exceeds 3,000. And for every one who dies, many more spend days, weeks, or months in a hospital.

 

You may not realize it, but Texas, along with California and Florida, are the leading states for 18-wheeler accidents. It’s easy to understand why: these are states with large population centers, busy ports, important manufacturing businesses, and good roads. Profits run high for trucking businesses that run trucks through these states. However, these factors also drive up casualty figures, too.

 

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

Unfortunately, 18-wheelers and the trucking companies that manage them aren’t as safe as they could be. Commercial vehicles could have lower rollover thresholds. Trucking firms could route trucks on less populated, straighter roads. Management could adopt safer communications and driving systems. And, perhaps most importantly, companies that employ truck drivers could commit more resources to hiring, training, and managing safer drivers.

 

Tragically, in many cases, trucking concerns actively select profits over safety – and pass risk onto the driving public.

 

Fears | Nachawati fights for the victims of trucking accidents. If you or a loved on have been injured or killed in an 18-wheeler accident, you owe it to yourself to find out whether the trucking company was the real contributor to your accident. Product and management failures cause many more accidents than you might suspect. Victims should know exactly why they were hurt – and what they can do to protect their rights.

 

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

Does Your OB/GYN Know about Your Lexapro Prescription?

Lexapro (escitalopram) is a dangerous drug, particularly for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. Sadly, although the pregnancy-related risks of Lexapro (escitalopram) are well documented, the medical reality is that far too many patients continue their prescription well into their pregnancy without ever fully notifying their OB/GYN doctor. The result is that the fetuses of these patients experience considerably greater exposure to a dangerous drug than they should.

 

At worst, many children of Lexapro mothers are born with serious and sometimes fatal birth defects, such as persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN), difficulty breathing, seizures, tremors, and extreme irritability. There’s good reason why the FDA has labeled Lexapro (escitalopram) as a Category C drug and encouraged women who are pregnant or might become pregnant to consult their physician.

 

Has your child been injured as a result of your or your wife’s Lexapro (escitalopram) prescription? It may be time to protect the rights of your family – and fight for the compensation you deserve. Contact the experienced, expert attorney at Fears Nachawati today. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com

18-Wheeler Accident Stalls Dallas Traffic, Threatens Drivers

In the waning, dark hours of yesterday morning, early-bird commuters were confronted with an eerie and dangerous sight: an 18-wheeler lying on its side on a southbound exit ramp. The overturned trailer and jackknifed truck blocked most of the exit, threatening unsuspecting driver with the possibility of a major – and potentially deadly – accident.

 

It shouldn’t have been particularly surprising to Dallas commuters that the 18-wheeler driver had lost control and slammed into the guardrail. Every year, more than 500,000 18-wheelers are involved in accidents, hundreds of thousands of which cause debilitating injuries. Moreover, Dallas drivers in particular should be familiar with trucking accidents. Texas is a leading state for commercial truck accidents and fatalities.

 

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

Despite the frequency of trucking accidents in Texas, just like the one this week that delayed traffic and threatened drivers with potentially serious injury, many Texas drivers don’t know what to do when they’re involved in an 18-wheeler accident.

 

As with any accident, your first destination should be the hospital or doctor’s office. Automobile accidents in general and 18-wheeler accidents in particular can cause serious, often unseen injuries. Without a medical report, you may not be able to recover to the full extent you deserve.

 

Your second call should be to the expert attorneys and counselors at Fears | Nachawati. With years of experience and litigation-tested expertise, we know what it takes to understand, summarize, and present the facts of your case and the law that governs it. Thanks to our committed work, accident victims have been able to recover for their pain and suffering as well as the emotional trauma they’ve endured. 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

Second Half of Pregnancy Most Dangerous for Pregnant Celexa Patients

According to prominent health care experts, Celexa (citalopram) has been associated with fetal persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) as well as birth defects affecting a newborn’s heart, brain and skull, and abdominal organs. Moreover, ingestion of Celexa (citalopram) during the second half of a woman’s pregnancy markedly increases the probability that the developing child will be born with these birth defects.

 

Is this news to you? Unfortunately, the fact that the risk level of Celexa (citalopram) and other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) changes over the life of a pregnancy is news to a lot of pregnant patients. And in many cases, these patients are left with very real feelings of regret, wishing that they had known more about this dangerous drug and done more to protect the child growing in their womb.

 

The parents who gave birth to injured children can’t change the past, but they can fight for their children’s future. The lawyers at Fears Nachawati fight for victims of dangerous drugs like Celexa (citalopram). Truth be told, it’s thanks to our experienced, expert attorneys and specialists that many, many victims of injury have been compensated for their suffering. We may be able to help you, too. Talk to us today for your free consultation. Just call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

Credit Card Debt Is On The Rise

A recent survey indicates a disturbing trend in the spending habits of the American consumer. After two years of moderate credit card use, new figures from Card Hub show that credit card use has significantly increased during the past year. Consumers are on track to end 2011 with a $64 billion increase in credit card debt.

Americans are also paying off credit card debt at a slower pace. During the first quarter of each year credit card debt usually declines, mostly due to annual bonuses and tax refund checks. In 2009 and 2010, consumers paid down more in the first quarter than they charged in new debt through the end of the third quarter. This year consumers kept the cash and kept charging throughout the year. Even more disturbing is that this year's third quarter credit card debt total was 154 percent more than in the same period last year.

Carrying large credit card debt can create serious financial problems. According to the Federal Reserve's credit card repayment calculator, a $5,000 debt at a 15% interest rate will take 7 years to pay off at $100 per month. During this time you will pay an extra $2,896 in interest charges!

If credit card fees are eating up your paycheck, it may be time to consider bankruptcy. During Chapter 13 bankruptcy you are able to structure an affordable repayment plan to pay credit card debt. Whatever you are not able to pay will be discharged after three to five years of repayment.

If you cannot afford to repay anything towards your credit card debt, Chapter 7 may be the answer. A Chapter 7, also called a "straight bankruptcy," lasts about five months and nothing is paid to your credit cards. Most bankruptcy debtors are able to keep everything they own while discharging debts they cannot afford to pay.

When credit card debt has taken over your finances, consult with an experienced bankruptcy attorney and learn how the federal bankruptcy laws can help. Don't let credit card debt hold your paycheck hostage! Bankruptcy offers powerful protection from creditors and can discharge overwhelming debts.
 

Prozac Shown to Cause Spike in Birth Defects Risk

Prozac (fluoxetine) patients are wrong to assume that the risks associated with their selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) are minimal. Rather, according to recent medical research, pregnant Prozac patients suffer as much as a 200 percent increase in the probability that their child will be born with a medical abnormality.

 

Determining the scope of Prozac-related injuries, researchers from the University of Pittsburgh recently concluded in the Journal of the American Medical Association that doctors prescribe Prozac and other SSRIs to more than 80,000 pregnant women every year. With so many pregnancies at risk, you’d think that SSRI drug manufacturers would make more diligent efforts to notify physicians and patients of their drug’s inherent dangers. Tragically, they haven’t.

 

Has your child suffered injury as a result of your Prozac or other SSRI prescription? Fears Nachawati protects the legal interests of victims just like you. To find out how we can help, contact us today. For your free consultation, call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re prepared to fight for you.

Alcohol Causes Automobile Accident Fatalities

You’ve heard that drunk driving kills. But do you know that driving drunk may have profound legal effects, too?

 

On the last day of 2011, two residents of North Texas were killed and one seriously injured as a result of drunk driving. The inebriated driver, driving too fast, recklessly attempted to pass a slower vehicle. Unfortunately for everyone in the car, he lost control of his car, causing the sedan to slip off the road, go airborne, and roll several times before come to rest. As a result, the driver and two passengers were ejected from the car.

 

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

Drunk driving is a serious public policy and criminal matter. It’s true that drunk driving can have very serious injuries and permanent legal consequences, including criminal charges for vehicular manslaughter, DUI, and DWI.

 

What many drivers don’t realize is that the people they injury – whether they are passengers in their car or other drivers and passengers on the highway – may file civil lawsuits claiming damages for the personal injuries they sustain.

 

If you’ve been involved in a alcohol-related automobile accident and either want to file a civil lawsuit or face a civil complaint, you should speak to the legal professionals and representatives at Fears | Nachawati today. We’ve handled numerous cases just like yours and can help you sort through the facts, understand the law, and determine the appropriate response. Talk to our professionals 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

Have You Experienced Complications from Your SUI Surgery?

Stress urinary incontinence (SUI), a common aliment in women after pregnancy or after menopause, may be addressed through non-invasive as well as surgical solutions. Tragically, thousands of women suffering from SUI have experienced more pain and discomfort from their SUI surgery than from SUI itself. In many cases – and possibly yours – this pain and discomfort may be the result of a violation of their legal rights.

 

If you’ve had SUI surgery, you’ve likely undergone a medical procedure known as a “sling procedure.” Your doctor likely performed a tension-free transvaginal sling (TVT) procedure, a transobturator (TOT) sling procedure, or a mini-sling procedure. Whatever the type, if you’re experiencing considerable pain and discomfort following your surgery, you should consult a legal professional regarding your rights.

 

Fears Nachawati has worked for years to protect the rights of victims, including patients just like you. Don’t suffer in silence. Talk to our legal experts today to find out whether your rights have been violated and whether you may be reimbursed for the financial costs, physical discomfort, and emotional suffering you’ve faced as a result. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com

How Many Actos Patients Are Victims of a Negligent Drug Maker?

Sadly, millions of type 2 diabetes patients take Actos (pioglitazone) treatments without realizing that they could be putting their lives at risk – and all because the maker of Actos has failed to appropriately test their product or warn consumers about its risks.

 

So, what are the big risks associated with taking Actos (pioglitazone) treatments? According to a five-year interim analysis of a ten-year study, patients exposed to a high cumulative dose of pioglitazone are at very real risk of developing bladder cancer. This risk is so meaningful, in fact, that several European countries have taken aggressive steps to limit the prescription of Actos to type 2 diabetes patients.

 

Fears Nachawati is committed to protecting Actos (pioglitazone) consumers. If you have been taking Actos and have recently begun experiencing blood or red color urine, pain while urinating, or pain in your lower back or abdomen, you need to strike back with a one-two punch. First, visit with your doctor to find out if you’ve developed bladder cancer. Then, talk to the legal professionals at Fears Nachawati to learn whether your pain and suffering may be the result of a violation of your legal rights.

 

Your free consultation is just a phone call or email away. To learn more about Actos and the legal services our firm provides, call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com