Many cigarette users are switching from traditional tobacco products to vaping devices. Electronic cigarettes have become very popular with younger adults and teenagers over traditional cigarettes. However, many people may not be aware of the dangers of using vape pens as they choose an e-cigarette or vaping product.
The Tampa Juul vape pen injury lawyers of Catania and Catania Injury Lawyers can help you seek compensation if you have been injured because of a vaping device. Injured victims may be entitled to compensation for monetary losses, physical injuries, and emotional damages.
Contact our law office in Tampa, FL, to schedule a free consultation with one of our Tampa product liability lawyers. Call us at (813) 222-8656 today.
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How Our Tampa Product Liability Lawyers Can Help Victims Injured by Juul Vape Pens
Defective vape pens can cause physical injuries and wrongful deaths. When a dangerous product injures a consumer, the product designers, manufacturer, and other parties could be financially liable for their damages.
At Catania and Catania Injury Lawyers, our Tampa product liability lawyers work with clients to hold negligent vape pen and e-cigarette manufacturers responsible for the injuries they cause. We’ve recovered over $500 million for our personal injury clients.
When you hire our legal team, you can expect us to:
- Investigate why a product is linked to injuries and illnesses
- Work with leading experts in Tampa, Florida and beyond to identify the cause of the defect or harm
- Identify all parties who might be liable for the damages caused by the defect
- Document your injuries and damages to calculate the maximum value for your injury claim
- Monitor deadlines to file product liability lawsuits under state and federal laws
If you have sustained lung damage or other injuries after using a Juul vape pen, call now to speak with a Tampa personal injury lawyer. Your initial consultation is free of charge, and you are under no obligation to hire our law firm after receiving our advice.
Why Does Using JUUL Vape Pens Cause Injuries and Illnesses?
JUUL vape pens are a type of e-cigarette. E-cigarettes use a battery to heat liquid within the pen. The heated liquid becomes a vapor that the person inhales.
The liquid or “juice” used to create the vapor contains a variety of substances, including flavoring, nicotine, and other additives. Unfortunately, many of the additives used in the “juice” can be toxic or harmful to humans.
Of course, nicotine is a highly addictive substance with many side effects. Vape products can contain high amounts of nicotine, much more than the average cigarette.
Also, many JUUL products contain flavorings associated with lung disease. The flavorings make these products attractive to teenagers and adults, but many of them have been linked to popcorn lung (bronchiolitis obliterans). The condition is an irreversible respiratory disease that does not have a cure.
What the FDA Has Said About E-Cigarettes
The Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control have noted an outbreak of lung injury associated with e-cigarette use and vaping. In addition, the CDC reports that vitamin E acetate is strongly linked to an outbreak.
Other adverse health conditions that have been reported after using JUUL product include, but might not be limited to:
- Seizures in young adults
- Nicotine addiction
- Stroke
- Respiratory failure
- Lung disease
- Heart problems and heart attacks
- Pregnancy complications and birth defects
- Cardiovascular disease
- Mental health issues, including suicidal thoughts and behavioral changes
Government agencies and private organizations will continue to track reports of illnesses, injuries, and adverse conditions associated with JUUL vape pens.
Seeking Compensation by Filing a JUUL Lawsuit
Lawsuits against JUUL are being filed for several reasons, including allegations of vape pen-related lung damage. In addition, parents are filing lawsuits on behalf of their children who have become addicted to nicotine and sustained other injuries because they used JUUL pens and products.
Product liability lawsuits against JUUL include allegations of strict liability, dangerous advertising and marketing efforts, and failure to provide adequate warnings of potential risks associated with its vape pens.
Some JUUL lawsuits allege that the lithium-ion batteries used by JUUL vape pens were defective. The defective batteries have purportedly caused severe personal injuries, including injuries to the mouth, eyes, and face. In some cases, the defective batteries have caused wrongful death.
Compensation for JUUL Injuries and Damages
JUUL Labs and other parties may be financially liable for injuries and damages caused by their products. You or your child could be entitled to receive compensation for:
- Medical bills and expenses
- Pain and suffering from physical injuries
- Personal care and nursing care
- Loss of income and benefits
- Mental and emotional distress
- Future lost wages and decreases in earning capacity
- Permanent disabilities and impairments
- Loss of enjoyment of life
If you suspect that a JUUL vape pen or product caused you or your child’s injuries or illness, seek immediate legal advice regarding your rights and options.
Schedule a Free Consultation With Our Tampa Product Liability Lawyers
JUUL vape pens have been linked with severe injuries and illnesses. Let us help you get the money you deserve for an injury caused by JUUL vape pens. Call now to schedule your free consultation with one of our Tampa personal injury lawyers.
