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Victoria's Secret is Out - She's Putting Formaldehyde in Her Bras

Jamie G. Goldstein — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:30:12 GMT

Women are continuing to complain about the terrible side effects that they have experienced and still are experiencing as a result of wearing Victoria's Secret's bras. While at first glance this may seem like a frivolous complaint, it is far from frivolous. Women across the country are complaining of symptoms that have persisted for months including blisters that are bleeding and cracking, extreme breast swelling, itching and bruising. Some women have such severe symptoms they are unable to sleep at night. Many of these women and their doctors had no idea these symptoms were a result of the bras the women were wearing so they continued to wear the bras, which resulted in ongoing symptoms, lasting well beyond a few days or a few weeks.

Victoria's Secret continues to deny the use of formaldehyde in their bras, but the complaints of women experiencing these horrific side effects tells a different story. The women suffering from these symptoms have a right to take legal action against Victoria's Secret for putting a defective and dangerous product on the market that has caused them discomfort, harm, fear and in some cases, severe infections.

If you have experienced any of these symptoms, contact a doctor immediately. It is important to seek medical attention to determine if your symptoms are a result of exposure to formaldehyde or due to something else. After seeking medical attention, contact an attorney to learn what your legal rights are and what action you may take against Victoria's Secret.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

DUI Car Accident Kills Two, Injures Another

Staff Writer — Mon, 26 Dec 2005 08:28:21 GMT

A woman and her best friend were killed just a couple of days before Christmas when the pickup they were riding in veered off the road and hit a tree. The driver of the pickup was treated for injuries, and it was discovered she was impaired at the time of the crash. The three were out Christmas shopping at the time.

According to authorities, it was the second DUI for Yolanda Rivera, the driver of the pickup in the accident, and her license had been suspended in November for another DUI charge. The accident victims were Rivera's younger sister, Jasmine, and Jasmine's best friend Nicole Barr. Yolanda's B.A.C. was more than twice the legal limit.

The accident occurred at 8104 Riegel Road in Chicago.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Staff Writer

Serious Side Effects Including Death Related to Yas and Yasmin Birth Control Pills

Jamie G. Goldstein — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 11:44:46 GMT

Most prescription medications, if not all, come with their share of side effects. Recently, however, one prescription has been noticed in both the medical and legal community for the extensive side effects that it has caused. The birth control pill Yaz or Yasmin has now been linked to blood clots, pulmonary embolism, stroke, heart attack, gallbladder problems and other injuries. There are of course milder side effects that are perfectly normal, such as a decrease in sex drive, headaches, decrease in appetite, nausea, and weight gain. However, if these side effects persist, or begin to develop in more serious symptoms, then seeking medical and legal help is not only the intelligent choice, but should be made quickly after these symptoms begin.

Yaz is also catching flak in the legal community for a misleading and false advertising campaign. This false advertising campaign has caused many women to face irreversible side effects, triggering multiple federal law suits. The Yaz campaign made false claims about the drugs benefit to it’s users, and also shielded the advertisements from discussions of the serious side effects such as blood clots. As a result of these ad campaigns women began taking the pill without full knowledge of the health risks that were associated with the drug.

The reason why Yaz is causing such life threatening injuries to women is that the drug contains a synthetic type of progestin labeled as drospirenone. Drospirenonne is a progestin that leads to hyperkalemia, a condition that is triggered by excessive amounts of potassium in the blood. This build up is one of the many causes of the Yaz side effects such as heart attacks, stroke, and deep vein thrombosis.

With the false advertising and dangerous elements contained within the Yaz birth control medication, many women are finding these side effects serious and in need of medical attention. Medical attention that should be compensated by the company, Bayer, who produced Yaz and the Yaz advertising campaign. If you, or anyone you know, is taking the Yaz birth control medication and suffering from these side effects, please contact legal and medical support immediately. Being safe begins with being informed.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

Giving Back - Nintendo Wii Finds a Home at Helping Hand Rehabilitation Center

Jamie G. Goldstein — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:53:14 GMT

Today I was fortunate enough to be able to take the time to give back to the community. I spend most of my time in my office trying to help my clients that have been hurt and are trying to recover through use of the legal system. While this is what I do most days, many of my clients' recoveries occur outside of the courtroom and in facilities like Helping Hand.

Helping Hand Rehabilitation Center is located in Countryside, Illinois and is a facility focusing on children and adults with special needs. Many of the clients at Helping Hand have life long disabilities while others have disabilities that have developed later in life. Whether it is a new obstacle or one that has been with a client for years, the staff at Helping Hand work tirelessly to make certain each client receives the attention and care necessary. This is achieved through vocation programs, physical therapy, education, occupational therapy, art therapy, music therapy as well as many other opportunities. The facility gives many people young and old opportunities that may not otherwise be readily available in the community. The commitment Helping Hand has to assisting people is truly admirable.

I arrived this morning at Helping Hand to donate a Nintendo Wii with Wii Fit Board for use at Helping Hand. The hope is that the Wii will be integrated into one of the many programs at Helping Hand to give the clients a new opportunity to achieve success. Recently, there has been a push to use the Wii as an alternative to physical therapy as well as other types of therapy. It gives people a new twist on conventional therapy and often helps to motivate people who are faced with difficult and painful therapy.

Our firm hopes that this donation will help the clients at Helping Hand and make their experience more enjoyable. It was truly a pleasure to spend the morning at Helping Hand, and I look forward to spending time with the clients and staff at the center in the future.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

Two Killed In Car Crash Near Joliet, Illinois

Jamie G. Goldstein — Mon, 21 May 2007 15:15:15 GMT

Two people were killed Friday evening after the car they were traveling in on Highway 55 near Joliet, Illinois crashed. Witnesses say the car was traveling at a high rate of speed. It is believed that the driver lost control of the car causing it to hit the median and then rollover several times.

The investigation into the crash continues and toxicology tests are still pending. The family of the passenger may be entitled to take legal action against the driver and file a wrongful death claim.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

Cough Syrup Sends Children to Hospital

Jamie G. Goldstein — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 16:35:27 GMT

It is not uncommon for children to wind up in the emergency room after ingesting too much cough syrup. In fact each year it is estimated that approximately 7,000 children end up in the emergency room after receiving too much cough medicine. The CDC has recently posted warnings about the dangers of giving children under 2 cough medicine.

Most of the children sent to the emergency room after ingesting cough medicine are under 2 years of age. Many of these children are often told the medicine is candy and are encouraged to take it, however, the CDC warns that this message confuses children and may cause them to take the medication on their own if they come in contact with it. It should be made clear to children that they are taking medication to make them feel better and not candy.

If you believe your child has become sick as a result of ingesting too much medication you should contact your physician immediately. Many times children become sick as a result of too much medication, but there are times the dosages are improper for young children. If your child has become sick after ingesting the proper amount of medication whether it is cough medicine or other medication, contact an attorney to learn your legal rights. You may be able to take action against the prescribing doctor or the manufacturer of the prescription drug.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

Park Ridge Boy Hit and Killed by Semi-Truck

Jamie G. Goldstein — Mon, 21 May 2007 12:00:57 GMT

Thirteen year old Samuel Coberly Jr. of Park Ridge, Illinois was killed Thursday morning when he was on his way to school. He was riding his bicycle on Touhy Avenue when he was hit and killed by a semi-truck. His father tried to revive him but was unsuccessful.

It is unclear at this time how the truck collided with the boy, but it appears that the truck was not speeding at the time. The family of Samuel Coberly Jr. may be entitled to file a wrongful death suit against the truck driver and the trucking company if the truck driver was the cause of the boy's death.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

Wrong Prescription Leads to Miscarriage

Jamie G. Goldstein — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 09:57:51 GMT

Chandra and Courtenay Givens filed a lawsuit against Walgreens after Chandra was allegedly given the wrong prescription, which led to her miscarrying. Walgreens, a Deerfield, Illinois based pharmacy chain, has been accused of giving out wrong prescriptions in the past. These mis-filled prescriptions can lead to serious health problems, including death.

Chandra Givens was prescribed a pre-natal vitamin but she received Matulane, a chemotherapy drug. The drug causes problems with cell growth and DNA development. Givens filed a wrongful death and medical malpractice suit against Walgreens and is asking for medical expenses as well as damages for the lost life of her unborn child. If you or someone you know has had a prescription mis-filled and as a result had adverse side effects, contact an attorney immediately.

For more information on this subject, please refer to the section on Wrongful Death.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

Lap Band Procedure on Louisiana Child Causes Pancreatitis

Jamie G. Goldstein — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 18:32:19 GMT

A young Louisiana child had lap band surgery to help her reduce her body weight. The obese child went into surgery on June 24, 2005 and had reoccurring complaints shortly after the surgery. She returned to Dr. Felix Spiegel's office on several occasions complaining of problems keeping certain foods down, abdominal pain and a choking sensation. The daughter of Warren and Melissa Strother was never seen by Dr. Spiegel and instead had her lap band adjusted and was told to return if her symptoms persisted.

The Strother's daughter became so ill she was rushed to the hospital where the doctor's discovered her lap band had migrated. It was determined she had a concentric constrictor around the esophagus. She was also suffering from necrotic tissue development. The girl developed pancreatitis as a result of the failed procedure.

The Strother's parents have brought a medical malpractice lawsuit against Dr. Spiegel for his negligent care of their daughter. The Strother's and their daughter may be able to recover for their daughter's past and future medical bills as a result of the failed procedure. They can also recover for any pain and suffering as a result of the failed procedure and any future limitations she may now have.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein

Complaints of Rashes and Blistering from Victoria's Secrets' Bras Continue

Jamie G. Goldstein — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:54:14 GMT

More and more women have been complaining in recent days of Victoria's Secrets' bras causing them rashes and blisters. Several of these women have been suffering for months not knowing until recently the bras were the cause of their pain and discomfort.

An initial case was filed against Victoria's Secret in Ohio after a woman discovered there was formaldehyde in her bra, and the chemical was causing her a severe rash. Recently, the problem has been brought to the attention of consumers and now many women are coming forward with the same symptoms. Despite these complaints, Victoria's Secret is currently denying it uses formaldehyde in its bras and has not recalled any bras. Some of the affected bras are believed to be the Angels Secret Embrace and the Very Sexy Extreme Me Push-Up.

If you are suffering from these symptoms and wearing a Victoria's Secret bra, you should discontinue wearing the bra immediately. You should also consult a physician about your symptoms as well as the fact that you have been wearing a Victoria's Secret bra. Do not discard the bra. To find out if you have a possible claim against Victoria's Secret, contact an attorney immediately.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jamie G. Goldstein