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Yaz birth control side effects

Friday, October 23rd, 2009

images-11Yaz birth control lawsuits in Jacksonville: Yaz, an oral contraceptive, whose sales greatly increased as a result of agressive marketing efforts, is the only birth control pill which contains drospirenone, or drsp, which impacts the body’s normal regulation of balancing salt and water. This effect results in elevated potassium levels, known as kyperkalemia, known to case potentially live threatening heart problems and other health issues. Reported side effects include:

heart attacks
blood clots
strokes
cardiac arrhytmias
deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
pulmonary embolism (PE)
Gallbladder disease
Sudden death
live damage,
depression/emotional changes
migranes
high blood pressure
high cholesterol, as well as
signs of an allergic reaction including unexplained rashes, hives, itching, unexplained swelling, wheezing or difficulty breathing or swallowing.
Hundreds of lawsuits nationwide have been filed alleging that the company concealed health risks associated with the pill and lied about its effectiveness. In addition to the lawsuits, the the FDA issued a warning letter to Bayer stating that the ads overstated their safety to others and inaccurately claimed effectiveness in treating acne and premenstrual syndrome. If you or a loved in has been injured by taking Yaz birth control in Jacksonville be sure to call the Law Offices of Henry Gare at (904) 387-6101

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Jacksonville car accidents involving Toyota

Sunday, October 18th, 2009

images3Jacksonville car accidents involving Toyota: If you are a Toyota driver or know someone that is, please read and share this important information. It could help save your life or the life of a loved one.

The Toyota Motor Corp. has announced that it will recall 3.8 million vehicles in the United States, to address problems with a removable floor mat that could cause accelerators to get stuck and lead to a crash. The recall affects Toyota models from 2004 – 2010. Specific models affected include 2007-2010 Toyota Camry, 2005-2010 Toyota Avalon, 2004-2009 Toyota Prius, 2005-2010 Tacoma, 2007-2010 Toyota Tundra, 2007-2010 Lexus ES350 and 2006-2010 Lexus IS250 and IS350.

Toyota is working with National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to find a solution to the problem. In the meantime, drivers of the named vehicles should immediately remove the mat from the driver’ side and not replace it, until further notified.

According to a Toyota spokesperson in published reports “A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop a vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.

There have been reportedly 102 incidents where the accelerator may have become stuck on the Toyota vehicles involved, according to the NHTS. If you have injured in a Jacksonville car accident be sure to call an experienced Jacksonville auto accident lawyer.

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Jacksonville Bicycle Accident Answers

Sunday, October 11th, 2009

images2The following are Jacksonville bicycle accident answers. If a loved one or you have been injured in a bicycle or pedestrian accident, you may be entitled to Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits up to $10,000 from the vehicle that injured them or from any vehicle owned in their household. In order to get the full Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits you may be entitled to, it is important to speak to an experienced Jacksonville bike accident attorney who has experience dealing with bicycle and pedestrian injury cases.

If you have been injured in a bicycle or pedestrian accident, you may be entitled to the following benefits:

  • Medical bills
  • Wage loss
  • Loss of earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress and disfigurement

If you or a loved one has been injured in a Jacksonville bicycle accident or pedestrian accident, your first step should be to contact the Law Offices of Henry E. Gare at  904-387-6101 for a free case evaluation. Whether you have broken bones, scratches & scrapes or you have been seriously injured or worse, you should know your rights.

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Jacksonville Construction Accidents down

Sunday, October 4th, 2009

images5Jacksonville construction accidents and across the country are down. The U.S. Dept. of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that the national rates of fatal work injuries are down, including in Florida. Preliminary data released for The National Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries showed that 5,071 work injury fatalities were reported in the United States in 2008 — down from 5,657 work deaths reported in 2007.
Florida work related deaths declined from 363 in 2007 to 290 in 2008. Of those deaths,
107 were due to transportation accidents
56 were caused by assaults and violent acts
41 resulted from “contact with objects and equipment”
Fall accidents caused 39 deaths
Exposure to harmful substances or environments caused 38 workers to perish
6 workers died in fires or explosions
Nationally, construction accidents causing death declined by 20 percent, in the private construction sector, and fatal falls were down. However rates of workplace suicides rose by 28% (though workplace homicides decreased), and fatal workplace injuries in the forestry, farming, and fishing industries also saw an increase. The BLS will release the final statistics in April 2010.
If you or a loved one have been the victim of a Jacksonville construction accident please call the Law Offices of Henry Gare at (904) 387-6101.

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Jacksonville Burn Accident Answers

Sunday, September 27th, 2009

images2Many people suffer Jacksonville burn injuries each year, and many require hospitalization or even die as a result of their burns. The four most common forms of burns are:

Thermal burns – Caused by intense heat. Thermal burns are often caused by exposure to flame or fire, scalding liquids, hot metals (welding), or steam.
Radiation burns – Caused by exposure to harmful nuclear radiation or ultraviolet rays, such as sunlight or tanning beds.
Electrical burns – Caused by electricity running through the body. Electrical burns can occur as the result of faulty wiring or exposed electrical lines.
Chemical burns – Caused by exposing the skin to caustic substances. Chemical burns occur when chemicals come in contact with the skin.
There are three degrees of burn injury. First-degree burn injuries are the least severe, usually only resulting in red skin that is irritated and turns white when pressed. Burn injury claims are usually only filed when the burn injury involves second degree burns or worse.

Second-degree burn injuries cause damage to the underlying layer of skin, and can cause blistering and scars. Third-degree burns completely destroy most of the skin in the burn area, and are usually treated by removing the damaged skin and replacing it via skin graft. If you or a loved one have been the victim of a Jacksonville burn accident call the Law Offices of Henry E. Gare at (904) 387-6101

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