Pharmaceutical Litigation
By failing to adequately warn consumers and doctors of known risks of their drugs or products, large pharmaceutical companies endanger lives and can cause permanent birth defects.
These pharmaceutical companies are experienced and skilled at fighting lawsuits, so this type of case requires a law firm with skill, understanding of complex pharmaceutical litigation issues and integrity to take on "Big Pharma."
Recently, Christopher Cueto teamed with a group of nationally renowned attorneys to confront major pharmaceutical companies around the nation. This group taps into a wealth of experience and talent to deliver its clients the best results in high-profile cases.
The Law Office of Christopher Cueto's attorneys have in-depth knowledge of U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulations and know how to litigate against corporations that put profit ahead of safety. Christopher Cueto fights for fair compensation for anyone harmed by a defective drug.
The firm's attorneys are currently investigating claims for the following pharmaceutical drugs or products:
Depakote
Depakote is a prescription drug used to treat seizures and manic episodes for people diagnosed with bipolar disorder. It can also be prescribed for people suffering from migraine headaches.
Depakote has been linked to serious side effects that can cause lasting health problems. On June 30, 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a health warning related to Depakote, stating that children whose mothers took Depakote during pregnancy were linked to severe birth defects, including cognitive or intelligence impairment and lower test scores (including IQ tests).
Other birth defects include:
- Spina bifida and other spinal defects
- Brain defects
- Malformation of the face or skull (cleft palate and cleft lip)
- Malformation of the cardiovascular system
- Limb malformation
- Genital malformation
- Growth retardation
If you have taken Depakote and you or your child has suffered severe side effects as a result, you may be entitled to compensation and, possibly, a lifetime of care for your child. The Law Office of Christopher Cueto will investigate your case and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Topamax
Topamax is a popular prescription drug used to treat epilepsy and prevent migraine headaches.
Topamax has been linked to birth defects for children whose mother's took Topamax when pregnant. On March 4, 2011, the FDA issued a health warning related to Topamax, stating there was the potential for fetal harm when taken during pregnancy.
Potential birth defects include:
- Cleft palate
- Cleft lip
- Genital malformation, including hypospadias
If you have taken Topamax and your child has suffered a birth defect as a result, you may be entitled to compensation. The Law Office of Christopher Cueto will investigate your case and pursue the compensation you are owed.
Zoloft
Zoloft is a prescription antidepressant drug used to treat depression in adults, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic or social anxiety disorders and post-traumatic stress disorder in both adults and children.
Recent studies have indicated that Zoloft can cause serious birth defects for children whose mothers took Zoloft when pregnant. Potential birth defects linked to Zoloft include:
- Congenital heart defects
- Persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN)
- Cleft palate
- Cleft lip
- Cranial malformation
- Anal atresia
- Neural tube defects
- Club foot
- Autism
If you have taken Zoloft and your child has suffered a birth defect as a result, you may be entitled to compensation. The Law Office of Christopher Cueto will investigate your case and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Vaginal Mesh/Tape/Slings
Vaginal mesh is placed transvaginally in women being treated for Stress Urinary Incontinence or Pelvic Organ Prolapse. It is designed to permanently protect and support the area during surgery. Tape and slings are used to treat Stress Urinary Incontinence.
Vaginal mesh, tape and slings are associated with a number of serious and potentially fatal injuries. According to the FDA, more than 1,000 women have suffered severe complications from mesh created by nine different manufacturers. Complications can arise during mesh insertion or from mesh erosion and include:
- Bladder and other infections
- Severe pain
- Bowel, bladder or blood vessel perforation and bleeding
- Inflammation
- A recurrence of the Pelvic Organ Prolapse or Stress Urinary Incontinence, meaning multiple corrective surgeries.
If you or someone you know has suffered injuries due to the use of vaginal mesh, tape or slings, you may be entitled to compensation. The Law Office of Christopher Cueto will investigate your case and pursue the compensation you are owed.