If you or a loved one suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to another party’s actions, you may be entitled to compensation for those losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered a personal injury or financial loss due to a car accident in Chicago, IL – you may be entitled to compensation for those damages.
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If you or a loved one have suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to a truck accident in Chicago, IL – you may qualify to take legal action to gain compensation for those injuries and losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident in Chicago or the greater Chicagoland area – you may be eligible to file a Chicago motorcycle accident lawsuit.
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If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in Chicago at no fault of your own and you suffered injuries as a result, you may qualify to file a Chicago bike accident lawsuit.
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Chicago is one of the nation’s largest construction centers.
Thousands of men and women work on sites across the city and metropolitan area on tasks ranging from skilled trades to administrative operations.
Unfortunately, construction site accidents are fairly common.
Contact TorHoerman Law to discuss your legal options with an experienced Chicago construction accident lawyer, free of charge and no obligation required.
Nursing homes and nursing facilities should provide a safe, supportive environment for senior citizens, with qualified staff, nurses, and aids administering quality care.
Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect can occur, leaving residents at risk and vulnerable.
Contact an experienced Chicago nursing home abuse attorney from TorHoerman Law today for a free consultation to discuss your legal options.
If you are a resident of Chicago, or the greater Chicagoland area, and you have a loved one who suffered a fatal injury due to another party’s negligence or malpractice – you may qualify to file a wrongful death lawsuit on your loved one’s behalf.
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If you have suffered a slip and fall injury in Chicago you may be eligible for compensation through legal action.
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TorHoerman Law offers free, no-obligation case consultations for all potential clients.
When a child is injured at a daycare center, parents are left wondering who can be held liable, who to contact for legal help, and how a lawsuit may pan out for them.
If your child has suffered an injury at a daycare facility, you may be eligible to file a daycare injury lawsuit.
Contact a Chicago daycare injury lawyer from TorHoerman Law today for a free consultation to discuss your case and potential legal action!
If you or a loved one suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to another party’s actions, you may be entitled to compensation for those losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered a personal injury or financial loss due to a car accident in Edwardsville, IL – you may be entitled to compensation for those damages.
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If you or a loved one have suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to a truck accident in Edwardsville, IL – you may qualify to take legal action to gain compensation for those injuries and losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident in Edwardsville – you may be eligible to file an Edwardsville motorcycle accident lawsuit.
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If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in Edwardsville at no fault of your own and you suffered injuries as a result, you may qualify to file an Edwardsville bike accident lawsuit.
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Nursing homes and nursing facilities should provide a safe, supportive environment for senior citizens, with qualified staff, nurses, and aids administering quality care.
Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect can occur, leaving residents at risk and vulnerable.
Contact an experienced Edwardsville nursing home abuse attorney from TorHoerman Law today for a free consultation to discuss your legal options.
If you are a resident of Edwardsville and you have a loved one who suffered a fatal injury due to another party’s negligence or malpractice – you may qualify to file a wrongful death lawsuit on your loved one’s behalf.
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If you have suffered a slip and fall injury in Edwardsville you may be eligible for compensation through legal action.
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TorHoerman Law offers free, no-obligation case consultations for all potential clients.
When a child is injured at a daycare center, parents are left wondering who can be held liable, who to contact for legal help, and how a lawsuit may pan out for them.
If your child has suffered an injury at a daycare facility, you may be eligible to file a daycare injury lawsuit.
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If you or a loved one suffered injuries on someone else’s property in Edwardsville IL, you may be entitled to financial compensation.
If property owners fail to keep their premises safe, and their negligence leads to injuries, property damages or other losses as a result of an accident or incident, a premises liability lawsuit may be possible.
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If you or a loved one suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to another party’s actions, you may be entitled to compensation for those losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered a personal injury or financial loss due to a car accident in St. Louis, IL – you may be entitled to compensation for those damages.
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If you or a loved one have suffered injuries, property damage, or other financial losses due to a truck accident in St. Louis, IL – you may qualify to take legal action to gain compensation for those injuries and losses.
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If you or a loved one suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident in St. Louis or the greater St. Louis area – you may be eligible to file a St. Louis motorcycle accident lawsuit.
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If you have been involved in a bicycle accident in St. Louis at no fault of your own and you suffered injuries as a result, you may qualify to file a St. Louis bike accident lawsuit.
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St. Louis is one of the nation’s largest construction centers.
Thousands of men and women work on sites across the city and metropolitan area on tasks ranging from skilled trades to administrative operations.
Unfortunately, construction site accidents are fairly common.
Contact TorHoerman Law to discuss your legal options with an experienced St. Louis construction accident lawyer, free of charge and no obligation required.
Nursing homes and nursing facilities should provide a safe, supportive environment for senior citizens, with qualified staff, nurses, and aids administering quality care.
Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect can occur, leaving residents at risk and vulnerable.
Contact an experienced St. Louis nursing home abuse attorney from TorHoerman Law today for a free consultation to discuss your legal options.
If you are a resident of St. Louis, or the greater St. Louis area, and you have a loved one who suffered a fatal injury due to another party’s negligence or malpractice – you may qualify to file a wrongful death lawsuit on your loved one’s behalf.
Contact a St. Louis wrongful death lawyer from TorHoerman Law to discuss your legal options today!
If you have suffered a slip and fall injury in St. Louis you may be eligible for compensation through legal action.
Contact a St. Louis slip and fall lawyer at TorHoerman Law today!
TorHoerman Law offers free, no-obligation case consultations for all potential clients.
When a child is injured at a daycare center, parents are left wondering who can be held liable, who to contact for legal help, and how a lawsuit may pan out for them.
If your child has suffered an injury at a daycare facility, you may be eligible to file a daycare injury lawsuit.
Contact a St. Louis daycare injury lawyer from TorHoerman Law today for a free consultation to discuss your case and potential legal action!
Tepezza, approved by the FDA in 2020, is used to treat Thyroid Eye Disease (TED), but some patients have reported hearing issues after its use.
The Tepezza lawsuit claims that Horizon Therapeutics failed to warn patients about the potential risks and side effects of the drug, leading to hearing loss and other problems, such as tinnitus.
You may be eligible to file a Tepezza Lawsuit if you or a loved one took Tepezza and subsequently suffered permanent hearing loss or tinnitus.
Elmiron, a drug prescribed for interstitial cystitis, has been linked to serious eye damage and vision problems in scientific studies.
Thousands of Elmiron Lawsuits have been filed against Janssen Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer, alleging that the company failed to warn patients about the potential risks.
You may be eligible to file an Elmiron Lawsuit if you or a loved one took Elmiron and subsequently suffered vision loss, blindness, or any other eye injury linked to the prescription drug.
Suboxone, a medication often used to treat opioid use disorder (OUD), has become a vital tool which offers a safer and more controlled approach to managing opioid addiction.
Despite its widespread use, Suboxone has been linked to severe tooth decay and dental injuries.
Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuits claim that the companies failed to warn about the risks of tooth decay and other dental injuries associated with Suboxone sublingual films.
The chemotherapy drug Taxotere, commonly used for breast cancer treatment, has been linked to severe eye injuries, permanent vision loss, and permanent hair loss.
Taxotere Lawsuits are being filed by breast cancer patients and others who have taken the chemotherapy drug and subsequently developed vision problems.
If you or a loved one used Taxotere and subsequently developed vision damage or other related medical problems, you may be eligible to file a Taxotere Lawsuit and seek financial compensation.
Tylenol (Acetaminophen), one of the most popular over the counter medications for pain relief and high fever, has been associated with an increased risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and other developmental disorders in children exposed to Acetaminophen during pregnancy.
You may be eligible to file a Tylenol Autism ADHD Lawsuit / Acetaminophen Autism ADHD Claim if you or a loved one used Tylenol and/ or Acetaminophen during pregnancy, and your child was subsequently diagnosed with ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Recent scientific studies have found that the use of chemical hair straightening products, hair relaxers, and other hair products present an increased risk of uterine cancer, endometrial cancer, breast cancer, and other health problems.
Legal action is being taken against manufacturers and producers of these hair products for their failure to properly warn consumers of potential health risks.
You may be eligible to file a Hair Straightener Cancer Lawsuit if you or a loved one used chemical hair straighteners, hair relaxers, or other similar hair products, and subsequently were diagnosed with:
Nearly 200,000 Exactech hip, knee and ankle implants have been recalled due to packaging errors that can lead to the breakdown of parts vital to the device’s function.
Injuries related to recalled Exactech joint replacement devices may require patients to undergo revision surgery.
If you or a loved one suffered injuries from an Exactech implant device, you may be entitled to financial compensation by filing an Exactech Implant Lawsuit.
Patients with the PowerPort devices may possibly be at a higher risk of serious complications or injury due to a catheter failure, according to lawsuits filed against the manufacturers of the Bard PowerPort Device.
If you or a loved one have been injured by a Bard PowerPort Device, you may be eligible to file a Bard PowerPort Lawsuit and seek financial compensation.
The Paragard IUD, a non-hormonal birth control device, has been linked to serious complications, including device breakage during removal.
Numerous lawsuits have been filed against Teva Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer of Paragard, alleging that the company failed to warn about the potential risks.
If you or a loved one used a Paragard IUD and subsequently suffered complications and/or injuries, you may qualify for a Paragard Lawsuit.
Although pressure cookers were designed to be safe and easy to use, a number of these devices have been found to have a defect that can lead to excessive buildup of internal pressure.
The excessive pressure may result in an explosion that puts users at risk of serious injuries such as burns, lacerations, an even electrocution.
If your pressure cooker exploded and caused substantial burn injuries or other serious injuries, you may be eligible to file a Pressure Cooker Lawsuit and secure financial compensation for your injuries and damages.
Several studies have found a correlation between heavy social media use and mental health challenges, especially among younger users.
Social media harm lawsuits claim that social media companies are responsible for onsetting or heightening mental health problems, eating disorders, mood disorders, and other negative experiences of teens and children
You may be eligible to file a Social Media Mental Health Lawsuit if you are the parents of a teen, or teens, who attribute their use of social media platforms to their mental health problems.
Vaginal Mesh Lawsuits are being filed against manufacturers of transvaginal mesh products for injuries, pain and suffering, and financial costs related to complications and injuries of these medical devices.
Over 100,000 Transvaginal Mesh Lawsuits have been filed on behalf of women injured by vaginal mesh and pelvic mesh products.
If you or a loved one have suffered serious complications or injuries from vaginal mesh, you may be eligible to file a Vaginal Mesh Lawsuit.
Camp Lejeune, a military base in North Carolina, experienced water contamination between 1953 and 1987, exposing over one million residents to harmful chemicals.
The water contamination has been linked to various health issues, including cancers, birth defects, and other diseases — leading to the filing of the Camp Lejeune Lawsuit.
You may qualify for the Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit if you lived or worked at Camp Lejeune for 30+ days between August 1, 1953 and December 31, 1987 and have since suffered health effects from the decades of water contamination that occurred.
AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam) is a firefighting foam that has been linked to various health issues, including cancer, due to its PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) content.
Numerous AFFF Lawsuits have been filed against AFFF manufacturers, alleging that they knew about the health risks but failed to warn the public.
AFFF Firefighting Foam lawsuits aim to hold manufacturers accountable for putting peoples’ health at risk.
You may be eligible to file an AFFF Lawsuit if you or a loved one was exposed to firefighting foam and subsequently developed cancer.
Paraquat, a widely-used herbicide, has been linked to Parkinson’s disease, leading to numerous Paraquat Parkinson’s Disease Lawsuits against its manufacturers for failing to warn about the risks of chronic exposure.
Due to its toxicity, the EPA has restricted the use of Paraquat and it is currently banned in over 30 countries.
You may be eligible to file a Paraquat Lawsuit if you or a loved one were exposed to Paraquat and subsequently diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease or other related health conditions.
Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer primarily caused by exposure to asbestos.
Asbestos trust funds were established in the 1970s to compensate workers harmed by asbestos-containing products.
These funds are designed to pay out claims to those who developed mesothelioma or other asbestos-related diseases due to exposure.
Those exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with mesothelioma may be eligible to file a Mesothelioma Lawsuit.
PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) are man-made chemicals that were widely used in various industries until they were banned in 1979 due to their toxic nature and potential health risks.
Exposure to PCBs can lead to serious health issues, including cancer, reproductive problems, and immune system disorders.
PCB Exposure Lawsuits claim that manufacturers knew about the dangers but failed to warn the public, leading to numerous PCB exposure settlements and verdicts in favor of the victims.
The Roundup Lawsuit claims that Monsanto’s popular weed killer, Roundup, causes cancer.
Numerous studies have linked the main ingredient, glyphosate, to Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Leukemia, and other Lymphatic cancers.
Despite this, Monsanto continues to deny these claims.
Victims of Roundup exposure who developed cancer are filing Roundup Lawsuits against Monsanto, seeking compensation for medical expenses, pain, and suffering.
Studies have found a link between toxic baby formula and Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) — a severe intestinal condition in premature infants.
Parents and guardians are filing NEC Lawsuits against baby formula manufacturers, alleging that the formulas contain harmful ingredients leading to NEC.
Despite the claims, Abbott and Mead Johnson deny the allegations, arguing that their products are thoroughly researched and dismissing the scientific evidence linking their formulas to NEC, while the FDA issued a warning to Abbott regarding safety concerns of a formula product.
You may be eligible to file a Toxic Baby Formula NEC Lawsuit if your child received baby bovine-based (cow’s milk) baby formula in the maternity ward or NICU of a hospital and was subsequently diagnosed with Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC).
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We do our best to get to know our clients, understand their situations, and get them the compensation they deserve.
At TorHoerman Law, we believe that if we continue to focus on the people that we represent, and continue to be true to the people that we are – justice will always be served.
Without our team, we would’nt be able to provide our clients with anything close to the level of service they receive when they work with us.
The THL Team commits to the sincere belief that those injured by the misconduct of others, especially large corporate profit mongers, deserve justice for their injuries.
Our team is what has made TorHoerman Law a very special place since 2009.
On this page, we’ll discuss the Ozempic Blindness and Vision Loss Lawsuit, a new study that highlighted a risk of blurred or warped vision and other sudden vision loss side effects from Ozempic, the ongoing Ozempic Lawsuit, how an Ozempic lawyer might be able to help you, and much more.
If you’ve experienced blurred vision or other eye problems while using Ozempic or other GLP-1 weight loss drugs, you’re not alone.
Recent research suggests semaglutide drugs may be linked to serious eye conditions, including non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION).
NAION is a rare eye condition that occurs due to high blood pressure and problems in the blood vessels supplying the retinas and optic nerves.
This lack of blood flow can cause sudden vision loss, and it most commonly affects individuals with underlying vascular conditions, including diabetes and hypertension.
The optic nerve damage in NAION is typically irreversible, and the condition has been linked to the use of GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic.
Ongoing research continues to examine the association between these drugs and an increased risk of vision problems such as blindness.
If you or a loved one have developed vision loss or other serious eye injuries potentially due to Ozempic or other semaglutide drugs, you may be eligible to take legal action.
Contact TorHoerman Law for a free consultation.
You can also use the chatbot on this page to find out if you qualify for the Ozempic Lawsuit instantly.
The ongoing Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists (GLP-1 RAS) Products Liability Litigation, also commonly known as the Ozempic Lawsuit, consolidates claims against drug manufacturers Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly.
These companies produce a range of diabetes and weight loss drugs, which have been linked to severe gastrointestinal conditions such as stomach paralysis, cyclic vomiting syndrome, and bowel obstruction.
If admissible scientific evidence links Ozempic and similar drugs to vision-related injuries like NAION, these claims may also be included in the ongoing MDL, potentially expanding the scope of the lawsuits.
This would allow individuals suffering from both gastrointestinal and eye injuries to pursue legal action under the same MDL.
If you or a loved one have been affected by these injuries, it’s important to consult with an attorney to explore your legal options.
Our Ozempic Lawyers are here to help you. Contact us today.
Recent studies have raised concerns about a potential link between Ozempic (semaglutide) and serious vision problems, particularly the rare condition known as non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION).
This eye disorder occurs when blood flow to the optic nerve is interrupted, leading to sudden vision loss in one eye, and is often referred to as a “stroke of the optic nerve.”
According to research published by a team from Massachusetts Eye and Ear, a Harvard-affiliated hospital, patients who took Ozempic or Wegovy were found to be at a heightened risk for developing NAION.
The study revealed that those taking these semaglutide-based drugs for weight loss were seven times more likely to experience the condition than those on other obesity treatments .
While these findings are significant, the researchers emphasized that the study does not yet prove a causal link between Ozempic and NAION.
However, the association is strong enough to warrant further investigation.
The study, which analyzed six years of medical data, focused on more than 16,000 patients in the Boston area, revealing that 37 individuals across both diabetes and weight loss groups developed NAION after starting semaglutide.
In the diabetes group, patients on semaglutide had a fourfold increased risk of NAION compared to those on other treatments.
Non-Arteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy (NAION) is a rare but serious eye condition caused by insufficient blood flow to the optic nerve.
NAION typically results in sudden, painless vision loss in one eye, often without warning.
The optic nerve, which transmits visual information from the eye to the brain, becomes damaged when its blood supply is restricted, similar to how a stroke affects the brain.
Risk factors for NAION include underlying health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea, which can all impact blood vessel function.
While there is no cure for NAION, early detection is critical to prevent further vision loss, as once damage occurs, it is often irreversible.
Blurry vision can be linked to the use of Ozempic and other GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs, particularly due to their effects on blood sugar levels.
As these medications help control blood sugar, fluctuations in glucose levels can cause temporary changes in the shape of the eye’s lens, leading to blurred vision.
This phenomenon is especially common in older adults, as the eye’s lens becomes less flexible with age, making it more difficult for vision to stabilize during rapid blood sugar changes.
Blurred vision is a known symptom for individuals with diabetes, particularly in cases of diabetic retinopathy, where high blood sugar damages the blood vessels in the retina, potentially worsening eye health.
The link between weight loss medications like Ozempic and vision issues is still being studied, and numerous studies are looking into the short and long-term effects Ozempic and other semaglutide drugs have on vision.
One important project is the FOCUS study.
Started in 2019, the study specifically looks into how semaglutide might affect diabetic retinopathy over time.
While this study is ongoing and results won’t be available until 2027, it’s important to stay informed and monitor your vision if you’re taking Ozempic or other GLP-1 drugs.
The ongoing Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists (GLP-1 RAS) Products Liability Litigation, also known as the Ozempic MDL, has consolidated claims against manufacturers Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly for severe gastrointestinal injuries.
As research continues to unfold, vision-related side effects, such as Non-Arteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy (NAION) and blurry vision, are becoming potential areas of interest in the litigation.
The July 2024 Harvard study from Massachusetts Eye and Ear found that individuals prescribed Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs were at a heightened risk for developing NAION.
Although these findings are significant, for eye injuries like NAION or blurred vision to be included in the broader MDL, scientific evidence must be deemed admissible in court.
This process involves verifying the scientific integrity and relevance of studies linking semaglutide use to vision problems.
If these connections can be scientifically validated and pass the standards for admissibility, plaintiffs may be able to pursue compensation for vision-related injuries alongside gastrointestinal claims in the ongoing litigation.
This requires additional research and expert testimony to ensure these claims can withstand scrutiny in court, emphasizing the need for further investigations into these emerging side effects.
If you’ve suffered from NAION, vision loss, blurry vision, or other eye injuries after taking semaglutide drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, you may be eligible to file an Ozempic Lawsuit.
Contact TorHoerman Law for a free consultation, or use the chatbot on this page to find out if you qualify for the Ozempic Lawsuit instantly.
The majority of the Ozempic Lawsuits center around gastrointestinal issues that patients have suffered after taking Ozempic and similar drugs like Wegovy, Mounjaro, Trulicity, and potentially more.
These problems range from severe nausea and vomiting to more serious conditions like gastroparesis.
Gastroparesis is a disorder where the stomach’s ability to move food is slowed down or completely stopped, leading to stomach paralysis.
Patients dealing with these complications argue that they weren’t adequately warned about the risks.
Plaintiffs claim that Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly, the makers of these drugs, failed to provide proper warnings about these potential side effects.
According to the lawsuits, the companies knew — or should have known — about these risks but did not alert the medical community or the public in time.
The FDA has acknowledged the reports but has not issued an official warning about Ozempic despite the growing number of patients complaining of gastroparesis and eye conditions.
In 2023, the FDA required the manufacturers of Ozempic and Wegovy to update the drug’s warning label to include the risk of bowel obstruction, a severe gastrointestinal side effect.
If you suspect that Ozempic or another semaglutide drug has affected your vision, act quickly.
Early intervention may help prevent further damage and protect your legal rights. Here are the steps you should take.
If you notice any changes in your vision, such as blurred vision, difficulty focusing, or sudden loss of sight, schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider right away.
Doctors can evaluate your symptoms, check for conditions like diabetic retinopathy or optic nerve damage, and help you determine whether Ozempic could be a contributing factor.
Your healthcare provider will likely recommend seeing an eye doctor or specialist for a thorough examination.
Regular eye exams are important if you’re taking medications that can potentially affect your vision or if you’re experiencing worsening symptoms.
An eye specialist can help track any changes and suggest treatment options if necessary.
Keep a detailed record of your vision changes, including the dates and severity of symptoms.
This documentation will be helpful for your healthcare provider and may serve as evidence in any legal action you may pursue.
Make sure to note any conversations with your doctors and test results as well.
If you suspect that Ozempic is responsible for your vision loss, it’s a good idea to consult with a lawyer experienced in pharmaceutical lawsuits.
The Ozempic Lawyers TorHoerman Law can help you understand your rights and determine whether you may be eligible to join the ongoing Ozempic Lawsuit.
Vision loss and other eye-related side effects from Ozempic are serious concerns that require immediate attention.
If you’re experiencing symptoms like blurred vision or more severe eye problems, take action quickly by consulting with your healthcare provider and scheduling an eye exam.
Protecting your health is the first priority.
Our Ozempic Lawyers are keeping tabs on the possible risk of serious eye injuries and vision loss in relation to Ozempic use.
Contact us for a free consultation.
You can also use the chatbot on this page to find out if you’re eligible for an Ozempic Lawsuit.
Researchers at Massachusetts Eye and Ear, a Harvard-associated specialty hospital in Boston, found that individuals who took Ozempic were at a significantly higher risk of developing Non-Arteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy (NAION), a condition that can lead to sudden vision loss.
According to Mass. Eye and Ear, patients taking Ozempic for weight loss had a seven times higher likelihood of developing this condition compared to those on other obesity medications.
The study noted that while this association is concerning, more research is needed to confirm a direct link between semaglutide and vision problems.
Patients with pre-existing risk factors, such as diabetes or heart disease, may already have an elevated risk of NAION, making it difficult to determine the drug’s direct role.
If scientific evidence supporting these findings is deemed admissible in court, eye injuries may be included in the ongoing Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists (GLP-1 RAS) Products Liability Litigation.
Ozempic, a drug primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes and lose weight, has been linked to certain vision problems, particularly Non-Arteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy (NAION).
The symptoms of vision loss from Ozempic can include:
If these symptoms occur, it is crucial to stop using the medication immediately and seek medical attention, as vision loss from NAION is often permanent.
In addition to vision problems, Ozempic has been associated with several other serious health risks.
Some of the most notable include:
These risks are the basis for many Ozempic Lawsuits currently being filed, as patients argue that they were not adequately warned about these adverse health effects.
Individuals who have suffered severe side effects from taking Ozempic may be eligible to file a lawsuit.
Those who may qualify for the Ozempic Lawsuit include:
If you or a loved one has experienced these side effects, you may be eligible to join the Ozempic Lawsuit.
It is advisable to consult with an Ozempic Lawyer to discuss your case and explore your legal options.
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