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Raptiva Lawsuits

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Raptiva lawsuits have been initiated across the U.S. by patients and families harmed by this psoriasis drug. Some of the Raptiva lawsuits began when individuals contacted plaintiffs' attorneys to discuss the life-threatening infections they developed after being treated with Raptiva (efalizumab), including:

• bacterial sepsis
• viral meningitis
• progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML)

The Raptiva Recall

In April 2009, the pharmaceutical company that markets Raptiva - Genentech - announced a voluntary, phased recall of all of the Raptiva used in the U.S. This announcement followed the FDA's public advisory about the risk of dangerous Raptiva side effects (including brain infections such as PML and other life-threatening infections).

What a Raptiva Lawsuit May Accomplish

When an individual is harmed by a defective or dangerous drug, he or she may face overwhelming losses. When a family loses a loved one because of a devastating disease such as Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, they too suffer greatly in a number of ways. A Raptiva lawyer's job is to obtain a fair legal remedy that compensates an injured individual or family for losses such as:

• medical treatment for the infection or other Raptiva side effect
• hospitalization, medication
• long-term care, whether in a healthcare facility or at home
• expenses for travel based on medical care needs
• disability
• loss of ability to work
• loss of past and present income
• loss of a loved one's companionship, guidance, and financial contribution
• funeral and burial costs

Compensation for the Injured

The defendants in a Raptiva lawsuit may include the physician who prescribed the Raptiva — possibly for too long a treatment period — the physician's or healthcare facility's insurance company, Genentech, and others. If a court finds the defendants liable for damages caused by Raptiva treatment, they can be held legally responsible for compensating the injured patient (or his/her surviving family).

However, the outcome of a Raptiva lawsuit may be achieved in some cases without going to court. The lawyer representing a Raptiva victim (i.e., plaintiff) may be able to negotiate a settlement that fully covers the plaintiff's losses and damages.

If You Have Been Injured by Raptiva

Have you or a loved one been injured after taking Raptiva? If so, contact us to speak with an experienced Raptiva attorney who specializes in drug recall litigation & lawsuits. Let us help you win the compensation you need and deserve.