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.
 

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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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Helen Boone, 84, died this week in a two-car accident in Lubbock, Texas. An initial investigation completed today revealed that Boone drove her Lincoln sedan onto a busy street without realizing that a GMC pickup truck had the right of way – or that the driver did not expect Ms. Boone to violate his right of way and pull into his lane. By the time Ms. Boone was too far into Indiana Avenue’s oncoming traffic, the driver of the GMC was committed to going through his green light. The accident was catastrophic, and Ms. Boone died at a Lubbock-area hospital soon after the wreck.

As an attorney specializing in automobile accidents, personal injury, and wrongful death, I watch with concern at the growing number of elderly drivers who are involved in serious – and often fatal – accidents. Like very young drivers, older drivers tend to be responsible for a disproportionate share of accidents across Texas. Older drivers don’t intend to create a dangerous situation, but their decision to drive is often reckless, endangering the property and lives of other motorists.

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

If you’ve been involved in an accident with an elderly driver, you need someone who understands the nuances of dealing with an older tortfeasor. Legal actions such as discovery and taking depositions require a particular set of skills when the perpetrator of an accident is a senior citizen. Fortunately, the expertise and experience of our attorneys can help you sort through these particular legal challenges.

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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The attorneys at Fears Nachawati are committed to protecting victims of the dangerous antidepressant Lexapro (escitalopram). If ingested by pregnant women, Lexapro, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) manufactured by Forest Laboratories, puts their children at risk of a variety of birth defects, including PPHN, heart defects, anal artesia, and limb defects. Was your child injured as a result of taking Lexapro during your pregnancy? If so, you should give our experts a call.

How can a Fears Nachawati specialist help you? Victims of Lexapro often suffer serious injury as a result some else’s misconduct. Although the law cannot provide victims with the health taken from them, it can provide financial compensation for suffering. Damage awards frequently give victims compensation for their medical expenses and the pain and suffering they and their families sustained. Want to know more? Contact us today. For your free consultation, call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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Fifty-four million people in 90 countries have something in common: they all take Prozac (fluoxetine hydrochloride). Millions of these Prozac patients are women who are pregnant or may become pregnant – and they don’t know the risk that Prozac represents for the child in their womb.

Multiple medical studies have found that Prozac can cause persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) in children exposed to the drug while in the womb. PPHN is potentially life threatening – and, at the very least, a life altering condition for the child, mother and family. Infants born with PPHN have lungs that fail to assume the function of oxygenating their blood. In a real sense, Prozac takes their breath away.

The attorneys at Fears Nachawati are committed to fighting for the rights of families who have been hurt by Prozac. If your child was born with birth defects related to in-the-womb Prozac exposure, you should give us a call. We may be able to help you. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), more than 1,000 victims in the last three years have reported complications with their transvaginal mesh devices. Typically, these devices were used in an attempt to repair POP and SUI. Tragically, however, in a number of these cases, the transvaginal mesh created more problems than it solved, including infection, pain, urinary problems, and a recurrence of prolapse. Although the FDA has yet to identify the specific contributing risk factors associated with transvaginal mesh complications, potential factors include mesh material, the size and shape of the transvaginal mesh, and the surgical technique used.

Fears Nachawati protects transvaginal mesh patients just like you! If you’ve been injured, it may be time to speak with our legal experts. We can help you understand your rights and determine the right way to move forward. 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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An interim analysis earlier this year of Kaiser Permanente Northern California’s (KPNC) five-year study revealed that diabetes patients who took an Actos (pioglitazone) treatment for longer than one year were at a considerably greater risk of developing bladder cancer. Treatments lasting less than one year imposed no significant risk, however, Actos (pioglitazone) treatments beyond one year increased the risk of bladder cancer by a remarkable 40 percent.

The risk of bladder cancer associated with Actos (pioglitazone) was so great, in fact, that the French Medicines Agency suspended the use of pioglitazone-based prescriptions this summer. In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has emphasized the very real risk of pioglitazone treatments, but has stopped short of prohibiting this dangerous drug.

Fears Nachawati protects the rights of bladder cancer patients injured by Actos and other pioglitazone-based medications. If you’re suffering from bladder cancer, your rights may have been violated. To find out what you need to know about your medical options, 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!

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More than 600 families have filed suit against GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), the maker of the antidepressant Paxil (paroxetine), claiming that GSK’s negligence injured members of their family. According to a large and growing number of victims, GSK failed to warn physicians about the risks of Paxil. Those risks are significant and include the threat that pregnant women who ingest Paxil expose their unborn children to a variety of birth defects, including respiratory distress, cyanosis, seizures, vomiting, and hypoglycemia, among many complications. Fortunately, some victims have been able to find justice in court – including a Pennsylvania family that was awarded $2.5 million.

Fears Nachawati is defending the rights of victims just like you. If you or your loved one has been injured by a Paxil prescription, you should contact our expert attorneys. We’re committed to ensuring that you receive the justice you deserve. 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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Has your family had to suffer the catastrophic side effects of Zoloft? As thousands of American families are learning, pregnant women who take Zoloft during their pregnancy inadvertently expose their unborn child to a variety of life-changing birth defects, including serious heart, lung, and neurological health issues. If you’re child was born with Zoloft-related birth defects, you probably have a lot of question. Your questions probably include:

- What types and amount of recovery can my family expect to receive?

- Will my recovery help my family provide for the costly medical care my child now requires?

- How long will my case remain in litigation?

- Will I have a chance to go to court?

- Will my case help other families avoid the difficulties that our family has had to deal with?

Fears Nachawati is prepared to answer these questions and many, many more. All you have to do is ask! The consultation with our expert attorneys is free, and the conversation could change your family’s life. To start down your road to justice, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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Lexapro (escitalopram) birth defects are tragic. Caused when a pregnant mother ingests Lexapro and other antidepressants known as Selective Serotonin Re-uptake Inhibitors (SSRIs), the birth defects that develop in her child include life-threatening heart, brain, and spinal conditions, among others. The medical reality is that the surgeries required to address these conditions are almost always numerous, expensive, and uncertain. The fatality rate among children born with Lexapro-induced abnormalities is shockingly high.

Despite the damage caused by Lexapro (escitalopram) and similar SSRIs, drug manufacturers continue to push for their prescription in women and some doctors continue to write those prescriptions, even for women who may become pregnant.

The experienced attorneys at Fears Nachawati are fighting back on behalf of families who have been hurt by a Lexapro prescription. You need someone who is as skilled in the negotiating room as the courtroom. Unlike some firms, we’re prepared to take your case wherever it needs to go. Talk to 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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Celexa and other antidepressants known as Selective Serotonin Re-uptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) have changed the lives of thousands of American families. Thanks to doctors who carelessly prescribed Celexa (citalopram) and pharmaceutical companies that failed to appropriately warn consumers of the drug’s potential side effects, a number of women who took Celexa during their pregnancy gave birth to children who now suffer from birth defects. These permanent ailments include heart, lung, neural-tube (brain and spinal cord) defects, craniosynostosis, abdominal wall issues, club foot, and anal atresia.

Fears Nachawati is committed to defending the rights of these families. Whether you need our help at the negotiating table or in the courtroom, we’re prepared to give your case the full attention it deserves. Don’t trust your claims to a novice. Put our expertise to work for you. 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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Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh concluded in 2005 that every year as many as 80,000 women were prescribed antidepressants, known as Selective Serotonin Re-uptake Inhibitors (SSRIs), and that Prozac (fluoxetine) was the leading seller. Unfortunately for these women, SSRIs in general and Prozac in particular have been found to significantly increase the probability of birth defects in children. Children exposed to Prozac and other SSRIs during the first trimester, for instance, have a 60 percent higher likelihood of developing a heart problem, are twice as likely of having three or more “minor abnormalities,” and have poorer than average neonatal adaptation.

Fears Nachawati, a Dallas-based law firm with offices around the state of Texas, is fighting for the rights of women and families who suffered physical pain and mental anguish as a result of Prozac and other dangerous drugs. If your child was born with heart problems or other birth defects, you should contact our experience personnel immediately. 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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Tragically, thousands of patients who are given a transvaginal mesh to treat their pelvic organ prolapse (POP) or stress urinary incontinence (SUI) have no idea of the health risks they’re taking – or even that the FDA has emphatically warned of the effects of these medical devices.

Those patients who understand that some risk exists often think that the incidence of injury is rare. They couldn’t be more mistaken. An FDA report released earlier this year advised that complications are not rare, that there is no evidence that a transvaginal mesh device is more effective than traditional surgical options, and that these devices put patients at greater risk than traditional procedures.

The attorneys at Fears Nachawati are leading the charge against the makers of these dangerous devices. If you’ve experienced such complications as infection, urinary incontinence, urinary retention, or pelvic pain after your transvaginal mesh surgery, you should contact us immediately. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re prepared to protect your rights and fight for your recovery.

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According to a study involving nearly 200,000 Actos (pioglitazone) patients, people who were prescribed pioglitazone therapy for longer than 12 months had a forty percent increase in the risk for bladder cancer. Commonly called a “dose-response effect,” this finding revealed that the risk of bladder cancer rose in correlation with the number of doses patients consumed.

Tragically, despite the fact that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other members of the medical community have encouraged doctors to use caution when prescribing Actos (pioglitazone), not all medical professionals have followed this warning. In fact, some have continued to prescribe Actos (pioglitazone), despite the fact that patients have had such symptoms as red-colored urine, pain while urinating, and pain in their lower back or lower abdomen. Still, Actos has not been taken off the market. And if you have diabetes, your doctor might have put you on this drug, too.

Fears Nachawati attorneys are protecting Actos (pioglitazone) patients from the effects of this dangerous drug. If you’re an Actos (pioglitazone) patient, you ought to talk to our experts to find out if your rights have been violated – and whether you can recover. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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You may not know it, but Paxil (paroxetine) triples the likelihood that a pregnant woman’s unborn child will be born with birth defects, a significant increase over the probability of injury associated with Zoloft and other anti-depressants. What makes the injuries associated with Paxil particularly tragic is that Paxil is most dangerous during the first trimester. Many pregnant Paxil patients continue taking their antidepressant medication – and exposing their child to heart and neural tube defects – without knowing that they are pregnant or understanding the risks they are running.

By contrast, members of the medical profession should not be surprised by these risks. Since 2005, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had required updated product labels informing patients of the risk and has advised medical professionals not to prescribe Paxil to women who are in the first trimester of pregnancy or are planning pregnancy. Still, many patients are surprised when they learn about the dangers of Paxil. For far too many, the medical professionals who treated them did not fully or effectively communicate what could happen as a result of their Paxil prescription. The pain and suffering of this dangerous drug should not fall exclusively on under-informed patients.

The attorneys at Fears Nachawati are making sure that victims have their day in court. Our highly trained and well-experienced professionals are fighting for victims like you every day. If you’ve suffered as a result of your Paxil prescription, let us fight for you! For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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Some women have heard that Zoloft, their antidepressant medication, imposes the risk of birth defects on their unborn child. However, many underestimate the probability that these risks will occur – or their severity. For instance, did you know that women who take Zoloft during their first trimester double the likelihood that their child is born with a heart defect? Or did you know that a significant number of pregnant women reduce the effects of depression through non-pharmacological solutions like psychotherapy?

Tragically, thousands of pregnant women remain uninformed about the risks of Zoloft or the meaningful alternatives at their disposal, even as they continue taking medication that risks severe injury to their child. In fact, an unfortunately large number of these women – and their families – suffer severe pain and mental anguish as a result of this dangerous drug. Are you and your child a victim of Zoloft?

The law firm of Fears Nachawati is fighting back on behalf of the victims of Zoloft and other dangerous anti-depression drugs like Celexa, Effexor, Lexapro, Prozac, and Welbutrin. These drugs cause permanent harm that for many women could have been avoided. Join in the fight for your rights by calling our expert attorneys today. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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Birth Defects have been linked to Pregnant Mother's use of Paxil, Prozac, Welbutrin, Zoloft, Celexa, Lexapro and Effexor.  Taking antidepressants during birth, particularly the first trimester of pregnancy, can have devastating consequences in the form of birth defects in newborns.  The manufacturers of Paxil, Prozac, Welbutrin, Zoloft, Celexa, Lexapro and Effexor should have adequately warned pregnant mothers, parents and families of the dangers the drugs pose.  Unfortunately, many women, families, and importantly, children have suffered because of Big Pharmaceuticals desire to put profits over pregnant women's safety.  If you or your pregnant wife have taken Paxil, Prozac, Celexa, Lexapro, Effexor, or Welbutrin, please contact us immediately for free legal advice at 1.866.545.8364 or by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com.  Our firm is highly experienced in birth defect claims on a nationwide basis and we have hundreds of pharmaceutical lawsuits pending across the nation.  Call us today for more information about your rights for birth defect claims that can include: past and future medical expenses, past and future pain and suffering and mental anguish, past and future lost income, past and future out of pocket expenses, past and future physical impairment, past and future permanent disfigurement and past and future loss of enjoyment of life.  We are here ready to help your family through this difficult process. Call us at 1.866.545.8364 or by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com for a free legal consultation.

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Lexapro, also known by its generic name, escitalopram, is leading antidepressant drug prescribed to thousands of women every year. Lexapro is a relatively new selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), released within the last ten years as an updated version of the antidepressant that preceded it, Celexa.

Lexapro is effective at addressing the medical issues it was intended to target. These ailments include depression, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and hot flashes, among other ailments related to brain activity. Tragically, Lexapro is also more dangerous than many doctors, pharmacists, and patients realize and can have debilitating unintended consequences. Recent research has revealed, in fact, that women who took Lexapro during their pregnancy were six times more likely to give birth to children with cardiopulmonary defects. In fact, the heart-related birth defect PPHN was found at the abnormally high rate of 12 cases per 1,000 births.

Despite these tragic results, many doctors continued to prescribe Lexapro in recent years and, as a result, many women gave birth to children suffering from serious – and sometimes fatal – birth defects. Does this describe the painful history of your pregnancy? Families are fighting back thanks to the help of the dangerous drug experts at Fears Nachawati. Don’t suffer in silence! Contact us today for your free consultation. Just call

1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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Every year, thousands of children are born with birth defects as a result of their pregnant mother’s prescription to a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) anti-depressant drug. These drugs, such as Celexa (citalopram), are considerably more dangerous than many women realize. Celexa (citalopram) in particular can cause such permanent and incurable birth defects as persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN), septal heart defects, anencephaly, and craniosynostosis.

If your child was born with one of these birth defects, you should speak to a Fears Nachawati dangerous drug expert immediately. Both you and your child deserve justice – and justice is precisely what our committed legal professionals aim to provide victims like you. To take advantage of your free consultation, give us a call or an email. Contact us today at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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Depression is unfortunately common among pregnant women, affecting an estimated 1 in 5. Tragically, a small but significant number of these expectant mothers treat their depression – without knowing the true cost. Numerous studies, including those by the New England Journal of Medicine and the Food and Drug Administration, have found that SSRI antidepressants, such as Prozac (fluoxetine), have significantly increased the risk of birth defects for the children these women carry. Reported birth defects include anencephaly, craniosynostosis, and omphalocele, among many others.

The grim truth is that many of these women do not understand the risks they’re running until it’s too late. For a variety of reasons, some doctors fail to explain the full set of risks to their patients and, as a result, the medication that’s supposed to make their lives better, makes their child’s life considerably worse.

The reality of Prozac (fluoxetine) and your doctor’s failure to warn you of its effects isn’t fair to you, your child, or your family. Fortunately for you, the lawyers at Fears Nachawati specialize in protecting you and your loved ones. We can’t make the situation your family faces perfect, but we can make it better. Find out how by contacting us for your free consultation. Just call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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Between 1992 and 2010, the FDA approved 85 surgical mesh devices to treat pelvic organ prolapse, and in just the last year more than 300,000 American women underwent surgical procedures to repair prolapsed organs, according to FDA reports. More than a quarter of these operations used transvaginal mesh. For a significant number of these women, the high-risk associated with these devices caused a variety of pelvic-related medical problems.

Fears Nachawati is leading the fight to protect victims of this dangerous medical device. For hundreds of women annually, transvaginal mesh causes considerable harm to their bodies and their futures. If you or a loved one have suffered complications from these medical devices, you need to let us know. 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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You may not know it, but if you’re a female, Paxil (paroxetine) patient, you run the risk of exposing your child to birth defects because of your prescription medication. According to a study by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Paxil increases the risk of birth defects, particularly heart defects, for children whose mothers take the drug during the first trimester of pregnancy. Perhaps the greatest risk with Paxil is that expecting mothers take the medication – and expose their unborn child to injury – before they even realize they’re pregnant.

Has this happened to you or a loved one? For years, the FDA has advised health care professionals, including gynecologists, to discuss the potential risk of birth defects with patients taking Paxil. Did your doctor give you the knowledge you needed to make an informed decision for you and your family?

Victims of Paxil (paroxetine) who have been injured deserve their day in court. Fortunately, the team of expert attorneys at Fears Nachawati is taking the steps necessary to make that happen. If you or a loved one has a child born with Paxil-induced birth defects, talk to us today. The consultation is free, and the conversation could change your family’s life. To get started, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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Did you know that a 2005 Danish study of 500,000 children found that Zoloft (Sertraline) significantly increased the risk of birth defects, including heart abnormalities. These findings were further confirmed by a study in the Archives of General Psychiatry that fetuses exposed to Zoloft in the first trimester are four times more likely to develop autism than those not exposed to Zoloft and similar antidepressant medications.

Many women who are pregnant or may become pregnant don’t realize the risk they run when they continue to take Zoloft during their pregnancy. Their antidepressant medication is prescribed to fight against mental disorders like depression, bulimia, OCD, anxiety, and PTSD, but it may actually be introducing potentially dangerous chemicals into their womb.

Has your child been injured as a result of his or her exposure to Zoloft? You should contact our dangerous drug experts immediately. 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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Lexapro (Escitalopram) is known to cause a variety of birth defects in children whose mother took Lexapro during her pregnancy. These birth defects include aorta coarctation, heart defects, hypoplastic left heart syndrome, club foot, and spina bifida, among many others. As you can imagine – and as you may already know – these birth defects can be extremely costly in financial, emotional, psychological, and physical terms.

Do you need expert counsel to help you sort through the challenges associated with your child’s Lexapro-induced birth defects? Fortunately, you’ll find it with the experienced, devoted attorneys at Fears Nachawati. We’re prepared to answer your questions, defend your rights, and handle your needs. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re prepared to help you.

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Tragically, hundreds of American families are dealing with the consequences associated with what happens when a pregnant woman continues to ingest Celexa during her pregnancy. What kinds of birth defects have been reported? They vary, but include heart, lung, neural-tube, and abdominal wall defects as well as club foot and anal atresia.

How do families suffer as a result of Celexa? The damages to many families – and probably yours, too – are considerably greater than many people realize. Types of injury often include medical bills, physical pain, psychological and emotional suffering, lower quality of life, and higher insurance premiums. These types of injury aren’t insignificant and don’t go away quickly.

Can your family recover? Fears Nachawati can help you answer this question and the many others that you’re confronting. 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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Based on recent studies and investigations, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) advises that women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should make the decision whether to take Prozac on an “individual basis.” This means that you and your doctor should work in consultation with one another, considering all of the risks of Prozac, including the potential for life-altering and even fatal birth defects for your child.

Did your doctor address whether you should continue taking Prozac during your pregnancy? If not, then the birth defects from which your child may now suffer may be the result of not only a dangerous drug, but also dangerously insufficient medical advice. Prozac and other antidepressants have been shown to increase the risk of miscarriage, breathing problems, and a variety of other defects, including persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHT).

If your child suffers from a birth defect and you took an antidepressant during your pregnancy, the two may be related. To find out whether a dangerous drug changed your family’s life, talk to the experts at Fears Nachawati. 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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If you’ve had a pelvic organ prolapse (POP), your doctor might have prescribed an Avaulta Plus, Avaulta Solo, or Avaulta Biosynthetic transvaginal mesh to treat you. Unfortunately, recent FDA research has revealed that these types of surgical mesh may do more harm than good. More than 1,000 patients have reported mesh complications and other problems, the results of which has included such debilitating side effects as infection, pain, vaginal scarring, and urinary and bladder problems.

In addition to these physical side effects, a number of women have also been impacted emotionally and psychologically. For all of these reasons, many of the women suffering from transvaginal mesh-related problems will never be the same as they were before their pelvic organ prolapse (POP). In short, this is a situation where the medicine may do more harm than the ailment.

Fears Nachawati has extensive experience dealing with the kind of pain and suffering – both physical and emotional – that you, your husband, and your family are going through. Let us help you. To discuss your legal options in a free and confidential consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you.

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Actos (Pioglitazone) is commonly used to fight Type II diabetes. Doctors and the pharmaceutical industry have communicated some of the drug’s side effects, but do you know their full range? As discussed on this blog in prior posts, Actos has been found to cause bladder cancer, particularly for patients who take Actos for a prolonged period of time. However, Actos is also reportedly a cause of serious health problems such as congestive heart failure, vision problems, bone fracture, and liver disease as well as lesser side effects like swelling of the hands, sore throat, muscle pain, weight gain, breathing trouble, tooth problems, and lethargy.

Fears Nachawati expert attorneys know what it takes to defend your interests and protect your rights, whether at the negotiating table or in a court of law. Have you experienced Actos-related side effects? You should act immediately. Contact us for a free consultation. Just call 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com.

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For women who suffer from depression and who have been prescribed Paxil (Paroxetine), the greatest risk of birth defects during their pregnancy is the first trimester. According to an FDA, a study of 3,500 women revealed that women who take Paxil during their pregnancy doubled the risk of birth defects for the child in their womb as compared to other antidepressants. Many antidepressants, often referred to as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), are dangerous. Paxil is of particular concern.

Have you been a Paxil patient whose child was born with a fetal abnormality like difficulty breathing or feeding, vomiting, low blood sugar, or constant crying. Your child may have suffered a Paxil-induced injury as a result of your prescription. Your family deserves full disclosure about the risks of your prescription medication and justice for the harm that your loved ones suffered. To learn about your rights, talk to the dangerous drug experts at Fears Nachawati. 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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Since 1991, doctors have written an estimated 29,000,000 prescriptions of Zoloft (Sertraline), an antidepressant known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) aimed at combating clinical depression. But at what cost? Not only have patients directly confronted side effects that include nausea and sleeplessness, pregnant women who have taken Zoloft have exposed their children to life-threatening birth defects that include clubbed foot, severe heart conditions, cranial defects, and neurological conditions.

In many cases, pregnant women who were prescribed Zoloft were not informed of the risks that they were unwittingly imposing on their unborn child. The thousands of children who have been born with Zoloft-induced defects are tragic. For their sake and the sake of their family, they deserve justice. Fortunately, Fears Nachawati attorneys specialize in defending the rights of prescription drug victims and their families. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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It’s true, women suffering from depression who stop taking their anti-depression medication, like Lexapro, can suffer a relapse into depression. In one JAMA study, for instance, women who discontinued use of antidepression medication during pregnancy had a greater risk of relapse during pregnancy (68%) than women who maintained antidepression medication throughout pregnancy (26%).

It’s important to note, however, that there’s also a significant risk in continuing to take Lexapro during pregnancy. A New England Journal of Medicine study found that children whose mother took antidepression medication, like Lexapro, during pregnancy were six times more likely to have persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN), a life-threatening lung condition found in infants.

With risks on either side, the question that emerges is, “Did your doctor talk to you about all of the risks associated with your medicinal regimen?” You deserve to have all the information at your disposal when making decisions that can affect your health – and the health of your unborn child. If the answer is, “No” and your child now suffers from a birth defect like PPHN, it may be time to call our expert attorneys. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. Let us help you.

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As your family copes with the reality of a child who suffers from a birth defect, you probably have a lot of questions. That’s understandable. What you need is a consultation with the Fears Nachawati specialists who understand both the medical realities of Celexa and the laws that protect children injured by dangerous drugs.

Celexa, an anti-depression drug that many pregnant mothers inadvertently continue taking during their pregnancy, has been shown to cause cardiac birth defects and congenital heart defects. Specifically, Celexa causes anencephaly, a neural tube defect affecting the spinal cord and brain, craniosynostosis, a defect affecting the skull bones, and omphalocele, a birth defect impacting the small and large intestine, among other internal organs. For some of these birth defects, Celexa causes an increase in the likelihood of their occurrence by more than 200%.

Learn what you need to know to more forward with your quest for justice. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We can help. 

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You might think of Prozac (Fluoxetine) as an anti-depressant, but it’s much more than that. It’s also a serious risk to unborn children. Women who are in the first twelve weeks of their pregnancy – a period of pregnancy during which many expecting mothers don’t even realize they are pregnant – have a forty percent higher likelihood of their children suffering a birth defect if they take Prozac.

You might think that pregnant women don’t take Prozac while they’re pregnant. You’d be mistaken. According to researchers from the University of Pittsburgh, an estimated 80,000 pregnant women in the United States continue taking Prozac during their pregnancy. The results are tragic: every year thousands of children are born with heart problems and a host of other adverse health conditions and birth defects. A Danish study, in fact, found that children exposed to drugs like Prozac during the first three months of pregnancy had a sixty percent higher likelihood of developing a heart problem as compared to unexposed fetuses.

Was your child born with a birth defect? Their suffering may be the result of Prozac exposure. Need to find out more about the tragic results of Prozac? Talk to our drug experts today. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. Our attorneys are prepared to fight for the justice you deserve.

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A surgical mesh used to treat pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is at the center of a developing storm that includes thousands of injured women, doctors, health experts, and the Food and Drug Administration. According to a recently released FDA report, the FDA is considering reclassifying transvaginal mesh products as Class III devices.

What are the implications of this potential reclassification? For the pharmaceutical companies that design, produce, and sell transvaginal mesh devices, it means delay, at least. For victims of transvaginal mesh complications, it’s further confirmation that the large numbers of pelvic mesh problems isn’t simply bad luck, but an unsafe product.

So, what exactly is going wrong with the transvaginal mesh? For thousands of women, the transvaginal mesh has eroded into their vagina, causing pain, bleeding, organ perforation, and recurrence of POP.

Has a doctor prescribed you a transvaginal mesh (also known as a bladder sling or vaginal surgical mesh)? Has it caused discomfort, pain, or hospitalization? If so, you should contact the health device attorneys at Fears Nachawati. We protect victims from the physical and emotional effects of dangerous health products like transvaginal mesh. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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For months, the FDA has warned that Actos (Pioglitazone), a drug designed to combat diabetes, may do more harm than good. Now registered in the thiazolidinedione (TZD) class, health experts now acknowledge that Actos has serious side effects.

Doctors have options besides Actos. Many clinicians are electing to use incretin therapy instead of Actos (Pioglitazone) when metformin no longer works with type 2 diabetes patients. Of course, this raises an important question: is your doctor considering the significant adverse health effects of Actos before continuing your prescription?

Do you have blood or red color in your urine? Do you an urgent need to urinate? Does it hurt to urinate? Have you noticed increased pain or discomfort in your back or lower stomach? These kinds of discomfort are associated with bladder cancer. If you’ve been experiencing these outcomes, it may be past time to abandon Actos.

Need to speak to an attorney who has expertise in dangerous drugs? The experienced, highly qualified lawyers at Fears Nachawati are prepared to give you the attention you deserve. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to help you.

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Are you aware of the medical risks of Paxil (Paroxetine) for pregnant women? Many patients don’t realize that their anti-depression medication can have dangerous, life-altering consequences for their children.

Paxil (Paroxetine) is an antidepressant that along with a number of similar drugs is referred to as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). Some SSRI drugs, including Paxil, can cause heart defects and serious lung problems in newborn children. Other SSRI birth defects include spina bifida, tetralogy of fallout (TOF), ventrical septal defects (VSD) and club foot. In fact, one study found that women who took Paxil and other SSRIs during their third trimester were six times more likely to deliver babies born with primary pulmonary hypertension (PPHN).

If your child has suffered a birth defect as a result of your Paxil (Paroxetine) prescription, you need our help. Our expert legal counsel can help you understand your rights – and design a legal strategy capable of bringing justice to you, your family, and your child. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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Pregnant women should be aware that the FDA and the medical community warn that Zoloft (Sertraline) can cause a number of birth defects in children. Taken during the last half of pregnancy, Zoloft (Sertraline) can cause Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN). One study attributed an increase in the incidence of PPHN by a factor of between six and twelve.

The FDA has issued multiple warnings associated with Zoloft’s birth defect risks. Yet many women remain unaware of the effect that Zoloft can have on their children. A child who experiences a Zoloft-induced birth defect may need surgeries later in life and, in some case, will require intensive, expensive health care for the rest of his or her life.

Has your child suffered a birth defect as a result of Zoloft (Sertraline)? Attorneys for Fears Nachawati specialize in this tragic area of personal injury law. We’re prepared to take your case and fight for your family. 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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Lexapro (Escitalopram) imposes serious risk upon unborn children, particularly if the pregnant mother continues to ingest Lexapro (Escitalopram) during the last trimester. Additionally, Lexapro (Escitalopram) can also pass to children through breast milk. In an effort to ensure that patients are knowledgeable of these risks, the FDA assigned Lexapro (Escitalopram) to category C.

Exactly how serious are the risks of Lexapro (Escitalopram)? Some patients have reported human spontaneous abortion as a result of Lexapro (Escitalopram)!

Fears | Nachawati attorneys are committed to defending the rights of families whose lives have been forever changed as a result of Lexapro (Escitalopram). The fight for your family’s rights is one we take seriously. Your free consultation will answer your questions and concerns. To get started on your fight for justice, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email to mn@fnlawfirm.com. Put our expertise to work for you!

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The Mayo Clinic has acknowledged that Celexa (Citalopram) imposes serious risks on pregnant women and their unborn children. As a result of the pregnant mother’s ingestion of Celexa (Citalopram), some newborn children have suffered a serious newborn lung problem known as persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN). Newborns have also experienced septal heart defects, brain and skull problems (anencephaly), abdominal organ defects, and serious head injury (craniosynostosis).

To be clear: the Mayo Clinic also recognizes that the risk of birth defects is relatively low and that foregoing antidepressants like Celexa (Citalopram) can raise other risks, too.

That’s fair, but there’s another issue at work in the Celexa debate: are pregnant women being fully informed of the risks associated with their Celexa (Citalopram) prescription? Were you? Ineffective notice has stripped many mothers of the ability to make meaningful choices for themselves – and the life they were carrying!

Fears | Nachawati is helping families fight back! Was your child hurt as a result of your Celexa (Citalopram) prescription? Did you receive the information you needed to make an informed decision? Our expert attorneys can help you understand your legal options. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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A New England Journal of Medicine article concluded that pregnant women who take fluoxetine in the third trimester are at increased risk for perinatal complications. What makes this conclusion noteworthy? It was published in 1996. Although the medical community has known about the risks associated with Prozac (Fluoxetine) to infant and mothers for more than a decade, Americans – including children – continue to be injured as a result of this dangerous drug.

Fears | Nachawati protects victims of pharmaceutical injuries. With rights come responsibilities. Drug manufacturers may have the right to produce drugs for the marketplace, but they also have a duty to ensure the safety of their product. When they don’t, it’s right that they’re held accountable. Our specialist attorneys are committed to holding drug companies accountable to their injured patients!

Has your child suffered as a result of your prescription to Prozac (Fluoxetine)? Find out how we can defend your family’s legal interests by contacting us. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or send an email to mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued not one, but multiple warnings against the use of a transvaginal mesh, the common name for the surgical mesh used to repair a pelvic organ prolapse (POP). According to the FDA, serious complications associated with the use of transvaginal mesh are “not rare” and, even more importantly, “it is not clear that transvaginal POP repair with mesh is more effective than traditional non-mesh repair in patients with POP and it may expose patients to greater risk.” (emphasis added).

Fears | Nachawati has committed significant resources to fighting for the women and families who have suffered as a result of the use of transvaginal mesh. The FDA and other health agencies couldn’t be clearer on this: there’s very real risk! Nevertheless, some health providers continue to use them. Have you or a loved one been injured as a result of the application of a transvaginal mesh? Find out about your legal options today!

For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. Let us fight for you!

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In June, the French Agency for the Safety of Health Products pulled Actos (Pioglitazone) from the market. Just six days later, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) took the less aggressive – but no less meaningful – step in announcing that Actos use for longer than a year had been associated with an increased risk of bladder cancer. In a press release, the FDA also advised that “The benefits of [Actos] should be weighed against the unknown risks for cancer recurrence.”

Actos is bad news for many, many patients. Do you have diabetes? Has your doctor prescribed Actos to you? If so, it may be time to ask about the consequences of Actos ingestion! In a study in which nearly 200,000 diabetes patients participated, Actos patients who had taken the drug for twelve months or more had a forty percent increased risk for bladder cancer.

Fears | Nachawati is gearing up for a fight against the manufacturer of Actos (Pioglitazone). Have you been hurt as a result of prolonged pioglitazone ingestion? Find out if your eligible to join in our fight! 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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Did you know the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends that pregnant women should avoid taking Paxil during pregnancy? It’s great advice, but for too many American women, the advice is too little, too late. Medical surveys have found that pregnant women taking Paxil – a drug also known as Aropax, Seroxat, Sereupin, and Paroxetine – have experienced a 1.5 to 1.7-fold increase in the rate of congenital birth defects in their children.

Has your child suffered as a result of your Paxil prescription? All birth defects are tragic, but Paxil birth defects are particularly horrendous, the preventable result of reckless drug makers. Fears | Nachawati is striking back on behalf of Paxil victims across the country. Is it time for you to join our fight for justice? For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to defend your family!

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Did you take Zoloft (Sertraline) during your pregnancy? You may have exposed your child to severe birth defects that include anal atresia, limb reduction defects, and septal defects. Studies of umbilical cords have found that mothers who took Zoloft during their pregnancy transferred in some cases significant amounts of sertraline to their child during the pregnancy. Mothers also transferred sertraline through breast milk, too!

Fears | Nachawati attorneys are defending children suffering from Zoloft-induced birth defects and their families in court. If your family is dealing with the repercussions of taking Zoloft during pregnancy, you ought to give us a call. We can defend 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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A child was struck by a car while crossing Southlake Boulevard Friday.  The child, whose name has not been released, was struck in front of Town Square in Southlake.  Several children were crossing the road when the victim was struck.  The child was taken by helicopter to Texas Harris Health Methodist Fort Worth Hospital for treatment for his injuries.  Authorities are continuing to investigate whether the car could have avoided striking the child.

If you or someone in your family has been hurt by a car, truck or commercial vehicle, Fears | Nachawati is here to help with your legal needs.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A Colleyville man died in a wreck in Hurst when the pickup he was driving went through a brick structure and collided with a tree.  The accident occurred in the 1100 block of Lonesome Dove Trail in Hurst.  The victim, Wade Freeman, was driving east.  Authorities continue to investigate what caused the accident, including faulty equipment or brakes, or whether another vehicle was involved.

If you or a loved one has been hurt on the roads of Texas, Fears | Nachawati is here to attend to your legal needs.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A Joshua woman died of injuries sustained in a rollover crash on State High 171 in Godley.  Authorities report that the car driven by the woman, Tiffany Murdick, struck a culvert with its back right tire and slid sideways into a tree, causing the car to spin around and roll over.  The victim was taken by helicopter to Texas Harris Health Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth, where she later died.  Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the accident.

If you've been hurt in a car wreck, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati are here to help you get justice.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A car wreck in Fort Worth Sunday injured one and killed another.  Daniel Heinrich, 18, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash in the 2200 block of Jacksboro Highway.  Debra Barber, 59, was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries.  One man, Manuel Valles, is being held in the Mansfield Jail, and is facing intoxication manslaughter charges for his role in this deadly crash.  Authorities are continuing to investigate this fatal crash.

The attorneys and legal professionals of Fears | Nachawati are here to help the victims of crashes on our roads.  Call us for a free consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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One person was injured today in an SUV rollover crash in North Oak Cliff.  The accident occurred on Colorado Boulevard near the Stevens Park Golf Course.  Authorities believe that a Nissan SUV was traveling on a side street and ran a stop sign.  A Volkswagon SUV was traveling on Colorado and was struck hard in the side by the Nissan.  The Volkswagon rolled over, coming to rest near a tree in a front yard.  The driver of the Volkswagon was taken to an area hospital for treatment.

Fears | Nachawati represents the victims of accidents, including SUV rollover accidents.  If you've been injured, call us today at 1.86.705.7584 to find out how we could help you.  

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The driver and the passenger of a pickup truck were injured today in a wreck with a box truck on I-635.  The accident occurred near the city limit borders of Mesquite and Balch Springs.  Authorities say that the pickup truck may have hydroplaned and skidded into the box truck.  Inclement weather appears to have played a role in this accident.  The driver of the box truck was not injured.  The driver and passenger of the pickup truck were taken to an area hospital for treatment.

If you have been injured in a wreck on the Texas highways involving a commercial vehicle, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati are here to help you determine your legal rights.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584.

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Three children and one adult were hurt in a hit-and-run accident in Pleasant Grove.  The children were passengers in a minivan that was traveling south on Masters Drive when a Lincoln Navigator ran a stop sign at Muskogee Drive.  The Navigator struck the minivan.  The driver of the minivan escaped injury, but an adult passenger and three children were taken to area hospitals for treatment.  The Navigator fled the scene, but was later recovered by police after it was found abandoned nearby.  The investigation remains open until authorities locate the driver of the Navigator.

If you have been injured in an accident, the attorneys and legal professionals of Fears | Nachawati can help you get compensation from the people who hurt you.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584 and put us to work for you.  

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A 24 year old man died after the motorcycle he was riding collided with an SUV in Grand Prairie.  The man was not wearing a helmet when the crash occurred.  The motorcycle was traveling eastbound on Main Street when he collided with the SUV, which was turning from the westbound lane onto SW 14th Street.  The motorcyclist was taken to Methodist Medical Center where he was pronounced dead. 

If you have been involved in a car or motorcycle accident, the attorneys and legal professionals at Fears | Nachawati would be honored to put our team to work for you.  Call us for a free consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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Causes of construction accidents vary depending on the type of job, the work environment and the equipment used in the course of the victim’s daily work. While there are numerous causes of construction accidents, there are certain types of on-the-job accidents that Texas personal injury lawyers come across on a regular basis.

One common cause of Texas construction accidents is faulty equipment due to regular wear and tear. After a while, equipment simply needs to be replaced or repaired due to the strain of daily use. Workers can be seriously injured on the job if they are using worn-out tools and equipment. Equipment needs to be serviced regularly to ensure that it is safe for use on the job.

Falls are another frequent cause of workplace injuries. According to the U.S. Department of Safety, falls accounted for 15% of all workplace fatalities in 2007. General research indicates that falls account for one out of every three construction accident deaths. The most common type is a worker falling from a roof, but faulty scaffolding is another frequent cause of falls in the workplace.

Other causes of construction accidents include:

• Electrocution
• Asphyxiation
• Lack of proper training
• Fires or explosions
• Heavy machinery accidents, such as cranes and forklifts
• Faulty safety harness
• Welding accidents
• Trench collapses
• Falling objects
• Failure to comply with OSHA safety standards
• Exposure to caustic chemicals
• Holes in the floor
• Compressed gases
• Lifting heavy objects

Sadly, many Texas construction accidents could have been avoided through basic safety measures. However, employers sometimes fail in their duty to provide their employees with a safe work environment. In these cases, the injured worker is sometimes eligible to bring a personal injury lawsuit and/or pursue a worker’s compensation claim.

If you have been injured in a construction accident, contact Fears | Nachawati today for free legal advice on whether you have a personal injury claim. Email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call us on our toll-free number at 1.866.705.7584 for a free consultation.

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A Texas wrongful death lawsuit has been filed by a woman who lost two family members in a car accident with a semi-truck over the 4^th of July weekend.

The accident took place on I-35, just south of Gainesville, when the semi-truck crashed into the Ford Explorer as it entered a construction zone. The car had slowed down for the construction zone when it was struck from behind by the semi.

The woman bringing the wrongful death lawsuit is Melissa Hinkle. She is suing five parties, including the driver of the truck, the company for which the driver worked, the company that had the contract to perform the construction work on the interstate bridge and the Texas Department of Transportation.

The driver of the truck was Randy Crume. According to a Texas state trooper, Crume was driving too fast as he entered the construction area, causing him to crash into Hinkle’s SUV as well as several other vehicles.

The lawsuit alleges that the construction company, KKM Construction Inc., caused a traffic jam which was backing up interstate traffic for miles at the time of the accident.

The fatal accident resulted in the death of 13-year-old Casey Hinkle and his 63-year-old grandfather, Gervious Dale Hinkle. Melissa Hinkle spent 5 days in ICU as a result of the injuries she suffered in the car accident.

A similar tragedy occurred on August 3^rd when another semi-trailer crashed into vehicles that were stuck in a traffic jam caused by the same contractor named in Hinkle’s suit. The accident resulted in the death of three people: Anthony Brandon, 48; Kimberly Brandon, 47; and Darryl Hoosier, 55. Two others were injured in that same accident.

As of Friday August 7^th, the construction on the bridge has still not been completed. The company is being fined $400 a day until the work is completed.

To read more about Hinkle’s Texas wrongful death lawsuit, click here for the complete story.

If you have lost a loved one in a car accident, get in touch with the Texas personal injury lawyers of Fears | Nachawati today. We provide free legal advice about wrongful death lawsuits. Simply email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call our toll-free helpline at 1.866.705.7584.

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Dallas auto accidents create the need for people to seek legal help from an injury lawyer. Being in an accident also presents the accident victims with an unfamiliar scenario that is complicated by the shock of being in an accident.  Here is some general legal help when it comes to what YOU should do if involved in an auto accident in Dallas. 

1.  Call the Dallas police who usually will not come out unless someone is injured;

2.  If you are injured, let the Dallas dispatcher know that to ensure you receive appropriate medical care;

3.  Obtain the driver's license and insurance information and license plate of the at-fault driver;

4.  Try to take pictures of the accident scene from your phone for evidentiary purposes;

5.  Do not refuse to go to the hospital, as you need to go if you are hurt;

6.  Hold off on giving any statement to your insurance or the other party's insurance until you are fully legally informed as to your personal injury rights under Texas Law.

One of our lawyers would be happy to provide a free consultation to let you know exactly what your rights are over the phone or in person. 

To get legal help from a Fears | Nachawati Lawyer, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email at mn@fnlawfirm.com.

Our lawyers would be happy to help you out with your injury claim.

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An Arlington, Texas, mother is suing a daycare center after her daughter’s near drowning last year on a daycare field trip.

In 2008, Kyla Shellman, now 7, went on a field trip to an aquatic center with her then daycare Children’s Palace Christian Learning Center. During the field trip, Shellman fell into a 12-foot deep pool where she nearly drowned.

Shellman’s mother, Kendralyn Jessie, says that she noted Shellman’s inability to swim on the field trip permission form. Jessie also adds that she was led to believe the field trip was to a “splash park.”

Child Protective Services says that there was a lack of supervision during the trip. CPS also adds that Shellman was “placed in a situation that could have led to [her] death.”

Jessie is suing for change. She wants to see daycare center violations left online for a longer period of time so that parents can make a more informed choice when selecting care for their children.  Along with Shellman’s accident, Children’s Palace Christian Learning Center has close to 30 violations.

For more on this Arlington, Texas, lawsuit, click here to read the full story.

If you or a loved one has been injured due to the negligence of a third party, contact Fears | Nachawati today. We’re available by email at info@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584.

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Mediation in personal injury cases typically occurs after a lawsuit is filed, but before a trial before a jury or judge takes place.  Once an injury suit is filed, mediation is usually your last chance to resolve your case, absent a full-blown trial, and , many cases in fact settle at mediation.  During mediation, the mediator is a neutral arbiter between the parties and their goal is to try and resolve the injury claim in a manner that all parties can live with.  Your lawyer should explain to you how mediation works well in advance.  Typically, mediation lasts a half day or a full day, depending on the complexity of the case.  At the beginning of mediation, parties meet in one conference room where your lawyer makes a short presentation to the mediator and the party being sued concerning the facts of your injury case.  Sometimes, the attorney for the party being sued responds with a brief statement and the parties then break into separate rooms.  The mediator typically goes back and forth into separate conference rooms with monetary offers.  If the parties to the injury suit can come together on a settlement, the mediator drafts a short settlement agreement and the injury claim is finalized usually within 30 days following mediation.  If however, the parties are unable to come together on a fair settlement, the case will go to trial.  It is important to ensure your lawyer is willing to go the distance and take your case to trial if necessary.  Lawyers at my firm, Fears | Nachawati, attend mediation frequently, and more importantly, will absolutely take a case to trial if the negligent party (at fault party) is unwilling to pay a fair and reasonable settlement amount. If you have an injury claim and need legal help or advice, contact me at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone - 1.866.705.7584.

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