How We Handle Your Defective Drug Case
Multidistrict litigation (MDL) over defective and dangerous drugs such as the birth control pills Yaz® and Yasmin® is a complex undertaking. It requires specialized knowledge of the FDA approval process, the pharmaceutical industry and how drugs are developed, researched, marketed and sold.
At The Roberts Law Firm, P.C., in St. Louis, Missouri, our attorneys have the knowledge and experience necessary to successfully advocate for clients in defective drug cases. In addition to Yaz®, Yasmin® and Ocella® claims, we have handled cases related to Vioxx® as well as claims over Neurontin® and Vytorin®.
Establishing the Facts in a Yaz®, Yasmin® or Ocella® Lawsuit
Our experience has given us insight into the best way to determine whether a client is likely to prevail in a Yaz®, Yasmin® or Ocella® lawsuit. This requires a careful evaluation of the medication's side effects and an analysis your medical records. We get the facts that can help us build strong cases by:
- Having you sign a release that allows us to obtain your medical records from all relevant physicians and health care providers
- Evaluating the nature of your injuries and how they might relate to your use of Yaz®, Yasmin® or Ocella®.
- Developing a time line to connect your symptoms or injury with taking Yaz®, Yasmin® or Ocella®. We find out when you first began taking Yaz®, Yasmin® or Ocella®, and for what period of time
- Finding out what tests were used to diagnose the injury or illness
- Obtaining prescription and medical records
- Determining whether you saw or heard advertising and when and where that occurred
Manufacturer's marketing strategies will also be reviewed in connection with your decision to take Yaz®, Yasmin® and/or Ocella®. Misleading or incomplete advertising may have influenced your decision to use these birth control medications.
Keeping Clients Informed
We can collect the necessary information for a Yaz®, Yasmin® or Ocella® lawsuit in person at our St. Louis law firm or communicate by phone or e-mail. We are in the optimal position to advocate for victims throughout the United States.
Because advertising for these birth control medications targeted young women, we also work with the parents of minor children who were injured as a result of taking this form of oral contraceptive.
Contact a Lawyer at the Roberts Law Firm, P.C.
Contact our law firm for more information about joining a Yaz®, Yasmin® or Ocella® lawsuit. Call us at 636-489-4187 or toll-free at 866-585-3690 for a free initial consultation. Or complete our online form to have an attorney contact you.
The Roberts Law Firm, P.C. does not intend, by this web site or otherwise, to provide medical advice to or dissuade anyone from taking medication without their doctors' approval. Please consult your doctor on matters relating to your health. It could be dangerous to stop taking medicines, especially abruptly. Patients should talk to their physicians to decide whether the benefits and risks of taking Yaz®, Yasmin® or Ocella® make it the right choice for them.
Please note that no lawsuit will be filed by The Roberts Law Firm, P.C. against your physician or health care provider for claims related to Yaz®, Yasmin® or Ocella®.
Trademark Notice: "Yaz", "Yasmin" and "Ocella" are registered trademarks.
The Roberts Law Firm, P.C. is in no way affiliated with the Bayer Group or Barr Pharmaceutical, Inc.
The use of this mark is solely for informational and product identification purposes.
