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personal injury class action
April 08, 2025
Claim Compensation Through a Personal Injury Class Action with The Group Action Lawyers

A personal injury class action can allow multiple people who have suffered similar harm to join together and pursue compensation as a group.

This type of legal action can be particularly effective when individuals have been injured due to the negligence of a company, organisation, or another party. Instead of filing separate claims, victims work together to strengthen their cases and streamline the legal process.

At The Group Action Lawyers, we specialise in handling personal injury class actions, providing expert legal support to ensure victims get the compensation they deserve. By working with us, you can join forces with others who have experienced similar harm and hold those responsible accountable.

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MHRA International Recognition Procedure
February 27, 2024
Empowering Rights: MHRA International Recognition Procedure

Unveiling the MHRA International Recognition Procedure (IRP): The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has launched its groundbreaking new venture.

The MHRA International Recognition Procedure (IRP) marks a significant milestone in regulatory affairs in our view. This new procedure, effective from January 1, 2024, is intended to streamline the recognition of medicines and medical devices, fostering international collaboration and efficiency.

In this article, we take a look at the MHRA’s IRP and how this could tie in with individuals seeking compensation, and how The Group Action Lawyers can guide you through the claims process.

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patient information leaflet error
January 30, 2024
Claiming Compensation: Patient Information Leaflet Errors and Group Actions

Unveiling the Impact of Patient Information Leaflet Errors: In the world of the importance of healthcare, leaflets play a crucial role in ensuring individuals are well-informed about their medications.

Unfortunately, errors in these leaflets can lead to serious consequences, affecting the health and well-being of patients. In this article, we delve into the significance of patient information leaflet errors and how individuals could be eligible to seek compensation through group actions. We will also take a look at a recent MHRA recall involving Tramadol Hydrochloride 50mg capsules by Strandhaven Ltd t/a Somex Pharma.

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incorrect product information
October 31, 2023
Harm and Loss from Incorrect Product Information

In today’s world, accurate product information is paramount. When this trust is betrayed due to incorrect product information, it can lead to serious consequences.

At The Group Action Lawyers, we specialise in helping individuals seek compensation through group actions in cases involving incorrect product information. Group actions can be a powerful tool for seeking justice.

In this article, we will also look at a recent issue involving Colgate-Palmolive’s Duraphat 5000ppm fluoride toothpaste.

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Sabril tablets and granules
October 10, 2023
Sabril Tablets and Granules Concerns Raised

Potential concerns that have arisen regarding the potential safety of Sabril tablets and granules have been publicised by UK health regulators.

The medications, manufactured by Aventis Pharma Limited (a subsidiary of Sanofi), have reportedly been subject to advice issued by The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). The regulator has covered the issue of a precautionary recall for Sabril 500 mg film-coated tablets and Sabril 500 mg granules for oral solution (EL 23/A25).

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NHS group actions
June 20, 2023
NHS group actions: compensation claiming

NHS group actions can be claims for compensation arising from events of negligence where multiple people have been affected and where we can represent individuals for claims.

Common examples can include privacy breaches or medical negligence and product liability cases. We have vast experience in all these areas of law, and the best place to start is to contact our team for free, no-obligation legal advice here now.

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unsatisfactory safety information
February 07, 2023
Compensation for unsatisfactory safety information

You could be eligible to claim compensation if you have suffered any form of injury, loss or distress as a result of unsatisfactory safety information relating to products or services.

In many such incidents, several people are involved, which is what we specialise in as group and multi-party action lawyers who can help and represent people affected. You can talk to our friendly team for free, no-obligation legal advice here now.

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medical negligence actions
July 12, 2022
Group medical negligence actions

Group and multi-party medical negligence actions is an area of law that we specialise in, and we can offer No Win, No Fee legal representation for eligible clients.

Over the many years we have been helping thousands of people to claim compensation, we have recovered millions of pounds in damages for medical matters. This includes in some of the most infamous medical scandals to have taken place in the world, so we have a lot of experience in this niche and complex area of law.

You can speak to the team for free, no-obligation advice here now.

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patient
June 07, 2022
Medical product claims for compensation

The Group Action Lawyers has a leading team of experts who have been representing victims in medical product claims for compensation for over a decade.

Patients who suffer due to defective and/or dangerous devices and medicines can, in some cases, end up with serious or permanent injuries. When it comes to medical devices, any form of invasive surgery has risks, so any need to repeat surgeries and remove and/or remove and replace devices can lead to huge risks in some cases. It can also lead to unnecessary suffering, and this is a factor that people deserve to be compensated for.

Our history when it comes to medical group actions is extensive, and our team is always happy to provide free, no-obligation advice to anyone in need of us.

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experts warn of buying diet pills online
April 26, 2022
Sodium Valproate claims for compensation

Sodium Valproate claims for compensation can be pursued for damages for any injury and suffering that has arisen from the use of the drug.

The risks of using the drug during pregnancy can be significant and can lead to birth defects and serious developmental problems in infants. Unfortunately, consent and the explanation of risks to mothers has been an issue, leaving many not knowing that their unborn child could be at risk when taking the drug.

We are offering free, no-obligation claims assessments and you can speak to the team here now.

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drug recall
April 05, 2022
Contaminated Products and Group Action Compensation

A group action claim for compensation could ensue for issues in respect of contaminated products, and anyone who has come to harm could be eligible to pursue a legal case.

Group Actions and Multi-Party Litigation matters are what we specialise in. Having recovered millions of pounds in damages for clients in civil cases for many years, and with thousands of happy clients having settled their cases, our experience speaks for itself.

We are always happy to assess potential cases for free, and we can also offer No Win, No Fee legal representation for eligible claimants.

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drugs alert
March 15, 2022
Mislabelled products: legal rights for compensation

Anyone who has been harmed as a result of mislabelled products could be entitled to bring a claim for compensation, and we can offer No Win, No Fee legal representation for eligible clients.

As Group Action Lawyers, this is the kind of event that we can represent people for. Not all incidents of the incorrect information on products can lead to harm but, when it does, this is where we may be able to help anyone affected.

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