Tag: lawsuits
Hundreds of victims of breast surgeon Ian Paterson yet to be identified
Disgraced breast surgeon Ian Paterson was imprisoned several years ago, having being found guilty on 17 counts of wounding with intent.
The criminal prosecution only scratched the surface of what may have been going on, with widespread beliefs that many more patients could have been harmed by Paterson. Recent reports have suggested that hundreds of Paterson’s patients have yet to be contacted, meaning that many more might be still in the dark about the mistreatment that they may have been exposed to.
Some victims have already been awarded compensation for the harm caused to them, but we suspect that many more may be entitled to claim. Paterson’s undeniable guilt has strengthened the legal action against him. We encourage any further victims to come forward for advice, even if the hospital has yet to contact you.
easyJet data breach claim for compensation
We are representing a number of victims who have started an easyJet data breach claim for compensation with us on a No Win, No Fee basis.
If you are one of the 9 million people whose personal data was exposed in the recently announced cyberattack, we may be able to help you. We represent Claimants in over 50 different group and multi-party actions, and we have launched action for easyJet data breach victims immediately. The law is on your side and you could be eligible to receive financial damages as a victim of the breach.
In this article, we will briefly outline when you can make a claim, what you could claim for, and how you can speak to our team for free, no-obligation advice today.
Group action deadlines: IMPORTANT WARNING
Missing group action deadlines can mean that you are unable to complete a compensation claim as part of an established action.
This can mean that you are then unable to recover any compensation at all, so it is incredibly important to make sure you start a legal case as soon as you can. You do not want to miss out on thousands of pounds by leaving it too late.
We wanted to raise more awareness about this as we have recently received new enquiries from a number of people affected by the Volkswagen Emissions Scandal. The court deadline for this action has passed and we are unable to take new cases forward. Here is some additional advice about the deadlines and the consequences of missing them.
Our work in data breach compensation actions
Our work when it comes to data breach compensation actions is becoming increasingly more important in today’s world where it feels like new breaches are taking place all the time.
Traditionally, we have been at the forefront of some of the biggest and most complex group actions in the UK, which are normally medical actions. In 2015, we saw the monumental VW Emissions Scandal that led to us being appointed to the Steering Committee for that particular action.
However, in recent years, our work has steered us in a very different direction.
Colgate-Palmolive settles lawsuit over its talc-based products “containing Asbestos”
Colgate-Palmolive has agreed to settle a lawsuit over claims that a claimant developed cancer after using their talcum powder products.
Carol Schoeniger reportedly developed Mesothelioma, which is a rare and fatal form of cancer that is known to be caused by asbestos exposure. This exposure allegedly came from the talc-based products she was using that reportedly contained Asbestos.
The settlement sum was not disclosed, which may have been an effort to defer others from claiming the same, but the pay-out is likely to have been significant.
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U.S. Metro ventilation records may have been falsified
Lawsuits are expected to be brought against the U.S. Metro system over reportedly “deadly smoke” choking dozens back in 2015 at L’Enfant Plaza.
An internal review found that four important maintenance records for the transport ventilation systems may have been tampered with; a discovery prompting investigations into the department’s documentation practices.
An internal report confirmed that the office of Quality Assurance, Internal Compliance and Oversight (QICO) “identified several instances of maintenance record modification.”
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Servier to face French Courts over deaths reportedly linked to diet pill
Pharmaceutical drug maker Servier are set to be facing French prosecutors in Court over hundreds of deaths that have reportedly been associated with its weight-loss pill, Mediator.
Once marketed as a diabetes treatment, the drug was widely prescribed as a diet-pill as it apparently helped to suppress appetites. However, it has since been linked to over 500 deaths in France, becoming one of the nation’s worst health scandals.
The U.K. never authorised the drug, but Mediator may have nonetheless found its way across the channel through online markets.
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Johnson and Johnson accused of covering up evidence associating carcinogenic properties in its talc products
Thousands of claims are being made against Johnson and Johnson for the allegedly harmful properties their famous talc powder is said to have had on users worldwide.
Johnson and Johnson have been vehemently denying the allegations, citing scientific studies to prove there is no cancer risk related to their talc. However, one lawsuit made on behalf of numerous woman suffering from ovarian cancer blames Johnson and Johnson for giving them ovarian cancer, and alleges the company has been lying and conspiring to hide the truth for decades.
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Product Liability Claims in Group Action cases
As a consumer, you are protected by law for defective products causing you harm. Under things like the Sale and Supply of Goods and Services laws and regulations, manufacturers and suppliers must only sell things that are, amongst other things, safe and fit for purpose.
Defective products, depending on their purpose, can create all sorts of problems, including injuries and financial loss. We have represented (and still are representing) victims for major product claims here in the U.K., such as the PIP Breast Implant scandal, the Metal-On-Metal hip device problems, and the massive VW Emissions Scandal action.
It’s a huge area of law and one we’re particularly experienced in.
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JetBlue Airways sued for violent turbulence, injuring 27 on board
JetBlue Flight 429 took off from Boston, Massachusetts on 11th August 2016, heading towards Sacramento in California. During the flight, the aircraft came into contact with extreme turbulence which forced the pilot to make an emergency landing in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Once landed, 24 passengers and 3 crew members were taken to the hospital for medical treatment.
In this rather unique and possibly groundbreaking legal case, we’re seeing passengers sue an airline as a result of adverse weather and it’s certainly something to keep an eye on.
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Apple faces lawsuit for allegedly “breaking” FaceTime on older iPhone models continues…
A lawsuit is being brought against the giant corporation, Apple Inc, for allegedly disabling FaceTime video conferencing apps on their older model iPhones. Some suggest Apple are doing this to force customers to upgrade to more expensive and newer models.
Apple attempted to get the lawsuit dismissed, but reportedly failed.
A Judge in the case ruled that customers who own the iPhone 4 and 4S models can join a class action for Apple’s alleged behaviour. Users claim that Apple has no right to discontinue a feature purely on older generation models.
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Lawsuit filed against EpiPen manufacturers for alleged “price gouging”
A lawsuit has been filed against a medical manufacturer who are alleged to have charged higher prices for its asthma medication.
High charges for asthma medication is a hot topic here in the U.K., with many believing it’s not something people should have to pay for.
The EpiPen – the medication at the centre of the allegations – is an injector pen that contains epinephrine; a chemical that narrows blood vessels and opens airways in the lungs. It’s frequently used to treat severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) against insect stings or bites, foods, drugs etc. It’s a device that can save lives.
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