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Yaz Class Action Lawsuits

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Yaz birth control class action lawsuits are personal injury cases in which a group of women with similar Yaz-related injuries files a collective claim against Bayer, the maker of Yaz, to recover compensation for their injuries.

Generically known as drospirenone , Yaz is an oral contraceptive medication that may also be prescribed to treat moderate acne and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).

Families of deceased Yaz patients can also be eligible for compensation via a Yaz birth control class action lawsuit.

Bases of Yaz Class Action Lawsuits: Yaz Side Effects

Despite its various effective applications, Yaz birth control pills are known to cause a range of serious, life-threatening side effects, any one of which can form the basis for a Yaz birth control class action lawsuit. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently demanded that the makers of Yaz birth control change their marketing campaign which exaggerated the birth control’s abilities and failed to adequately warn potential users of the dangerous Yaz side effects.

Severe Yaz side effects can include:

• blood clots
• deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a condition in which blood clots get stuck in the body's deep veins (especially in the legs) and hinder healthy circulation
• depression, panic disorder or other emotional disorders
• heart attack
• hypertension and/or high cholesterol
• liver damage, which is typically indicated by stomach pain, dark urine or jaundice in the eyes
• migraines
• pulmonary embolism (PE), blood clots in the lungs that cause breathing difficulties and chest pain (This condition is typically fatal without immediate medical care.)
• severe allergic reaction, marked by hives, facial or tongue inflammation and breathing difficulties
• stroke

While women should seek immediate medical attention after developing any of the above conditions, once their health is stable, it will then vital that they meet with a Yaz birth control lawyer to find out if:

• They have a legal claim against Bayer
• They are entitled to compensation for their injuries, hospital bills and pain and suffering.

Benefits of Class Action Lawsuits vs. Individual Claims

Whether a Yaz birth control class action lawsuit is an appropriate choice (over filing an individual Yaz birth control case) will depend on:

• the type and severity of a woman's injuries
• how involved a woman wants to be in the legal process of winning a Yaz settlement
• the degree to which a woman is willing to risk winning more or less compensation than others who have filed similar suits

Those best suited to join a Yaz birth control class action lawsuit generally include women who:

• have less serious Yaz injuries
• don't want to be heavily involved in the legal process
• don't want to risk getting a smaller settlement, as class action cases seek to distribute awards fairly and evenly among plaintiffs with similar injuries

Joining a Yaz Birth Control Class Action Lawsuit

To determine eligibility, injured women should set up a free initial consultation with an experienced Yaz birth control attorney. During this meeting, women can get:

• advice about whether an individual case or a Yaz birth control class action lawsuit is most appropriate for their specific needs and unique circumstances
• estimates of possible settlement amounts, based on Yaz settlements awarded in prior cases similar to their own

To encourage injured women to stand up for their legal rights, Yaz birth control attorneys work on contingency – meaning no payment for their services will be due until a court award or settlement is won.

Have you or a loved one been injured after taking Yaz? If so, contact us today to talk to an experienced Yaz attorney who can evaluate your case and help you win the compensation you deserve.

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