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Everyone there was very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. My car was totaled, and I was a little intimidated talking with a couple of other lawyers in Greenville. But with Christian and Christian, not only did they answer my questions, but they did so in a way that made what could have been a hectic situation, easy. Overall, an excellent experience with high quality lawyers who truly go above and beyond and really try to get you the results or answers you need.
—Rob Young
I met Josh like 4 years ago when my Son was injured at Daycare. He was very concerned about the well being of my Child and Me. Very Understanding Professional and Just a great Staff. If You need a Lawyer that’s all about YOU this is the Place. I just closed a Case on 6/23/2021 from a injury on a Property. They handled everything because no one else would help Me. I’m forever grateful for Your hard Work and Time. Once again Thank You Josh and Sally.
—Rezillai Henderson
My husband was referred to this law firm from another lawyer after his mother passed away while residing in a nursing home. Matt took on his case and we are pleased with how everything turned out. It took a long, long time to finally settle, but it was worth the wait. The staff here is friendly and I’d be happy to recommend them to anyone needing legal assistance.
— Jen
I was referred to Harold by a family friend, and I couldn’t be happier. He took the time to listen to my case, answered all my questions and truly treated me like a friend not a client. His knowledge of medical malpractice is priceless he actually successfully won, one of the first medical malpractice cases in Greenville County.
— Lindsey
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Founded in 1975, Christian & Christian has deep roots in the community. Our lawyers have worked hard to build a strong, caring legacy of legal advocacy and protection for injured people. We stand up to injustice and help injury victims in their fight against well-funded insurance companies.
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South Carolina E-Cigarette Lawsuit Attorneys
If You’ve Been Injured by E-Cigarettes or Vaping, You May Have Recourse
Over 1,300 Americans have been diagnosed with vaping-related lung disease, and 29 have died as of October 14, 2019. Doctors have preliminarily linked this disease with the use of THC vape pods, though no long-term studies have been done to test this hypothesis. However, firsthand reports from many victims cite the use of THC-filled vape pods that aren’t sold in stores.
Vaping Can Cause Serious Harm
The US has seen 91% of vape-related lung disease cases lead to hospitalization, with some patients being re-admitted days or weeks after their first visit. Symptoms exhibited include:
- Coughing
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Chest and abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Nausea and vomiting
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Weight loss
When examined, patients appear to have chemical burns in their lungs—much like damage that would be caused by inhaling poisonous gases. This damage seems to cause lung inflammation and could lead to dangerous infections.
Though doctors and reporters have been focused on vape-related lung disease, e-cigarettes come with other dangers as well. Users may be affected by:
- Seizures or other symptoms of extreme nicotine poisoning
- Vape pod explosions
- Increased risk for heart disease
If you believe your Juul or other vape device has led to damages you weren’t warned of, you should talk to a qualified drugs & medical devices attorney to see if you have a case.
False Advertising & Failure to Warn May Make Vape Manufacturers Liable
When Juul came on the scene, they promised their users two things:
- E-cigarettes were “totally safe,” much more so than regular cigarettes
- Their products could help people quit smoking without providing heavy risks
Neither of those claims are true. In fact, the FDA sent Juul a warning in early September asking them to amend their advertising practices or face sanctions. Neither Juul nor other e-cigarette manufacturers have provided studies that directly compare their products with cigarettes. However, scientists have found that even nicotine-free e-cigarettes may contain toxic chemicals—the exact thing these products were supposed to be free of. Further, Juul’s vape pods contain more nicotine than typical cigarettes, which may strengthen an addiction, not help people quit.
If you or someone you love started using e-cigarettes because of these claims and were then diagnosed with vape-related lung disease or other illness, you may be able to bring a lawsuit against the e-cigarette manufacturer.
If you believe your Juul or other vape device has led to damages you weren’t warned of, call our South Carolina e-cigarette lawsuit attorneys.
Youth Vaping Concerns
Juul has also been hit with lawsuits alleging they advertised to children—and with representatives presenting in schools, it’s an easy case to make. Fun, fruity pod flavors also appeal to younger audiences who may assume they are harmless. Many teens who have started vaping believe they are using nicotine-free pods. While these are available, a test showed that 40% of teens had unsuspectingly purchased pods containing nicotine. Nicotine can be highly addictive for anyone under the age of 25 and teen vaping may graduate to cigarette use—the exact opposite of the “benefits” Juul advertised.
Nicotine use may have affects other than increased cravings on youth who vape. It may also interfere with brain functions such as:
- Focus
- Memory
- Learning
All of these are especially important to teens who are still in school and, along with the risks that a progression to cigarettes would bring, can have lifelong effects on young vape users.
Vape Manufacturers Facing Legal Consequences
School districts, counties, states, and individuals have filed lawsuits against Juul alleging egregious wrongs by the company. Their reasons include:
- Marketing toward teen audiences and making false claims
- Suffering addiction despite Juul’s claims of “safety”
- Experiencing nicotine poisoning symptoms such as stroke or seizure
- Not receiving warnings of the dangers associated with Juul products and use
Many states or localities have banned stores from selling flavored vape pods, but for those injured by or addicted to e-cigarettes, much of the damage has already been done.
Have you been diagnosed with vape-related health problems, developed an unexpected addiction that came with high costs, or seen your kids using e-cigarettes? We may be able to help.
Contact our e-cigarette lawyers at Christian & Christian today with your questions about vaping lawsuits.
Christian & Christian Law assist people with personal injury matters in the following locations: Anderson, Clemson, Easley, Fountain Inn, Greenville County, Greer, Mauldin, Simpsonville, Spartanburg, and Travelers Rest.
Frequently Asked Questions – Greenville E-Cigarette
Lawsuits against e-cigarette manufacturers like Juul, Puff Bar, and others allege that the companies aggressively marketed their products to minors, leading to a national youth nicotine addiction crisis. Additionally, other lawsuits claim that defective batteries can explode, causing catastrophic injuries, and that the products can lead to a variety of serious health issues, such as lung disease and heart attacks. Many of these lawsuits are consolidated in a federal multidistrict litigation (MDL).
E-cigarettes and vaping have been linked to a variety of serious health issues, including a higher risk of lung disease like EVALI (e-cigarette or vaping product use-associated lung injury) and popcorn lung. They have also been linked to severe nicotine addiction, which can lead to other health problems like a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. In some cases, a defective device’s battery can explode, causing severe burn injuries, facial fractures, and head trauma.
If you or a loved one suffered an injury from a defective e-cigarette or vaping device, you may be entitled to a wide range of compensation. This can include economic damages for medical expenses, including any ongoing treatment, and lost wages. You can also seek non-economic damages for your pain and suffering, emotional distress, and permanent disfigurement. In cases of a manufacturer’s willful misconduct, a court may also award punitive damages to punish the company and deter future dangerous conduct.
When a dangerous drug or medical device injures a large number of people, their individual lawsuits may be consolidated into a mass tort or a multidistrict litigation (MDL). An MDL allows a single judge to oversee all of the cases from across the country to streamline the legal process. The lawsuits against e-cigarette manufacturers like Juul and others have been consolidated into an MDL in California.
Liability for an e-cigarette injury can be complex and may include multiple parties. The manufacturer of the device can be held liable for a design, manufacturing, or marketing defect. A battery manufacturer can be held liable if a defective battery caused the explosion. In some cases, a distributor or retailer can also be held liable for a failure to warn of a known safety issue. An experienced attorney can help you identify all at-fault parties to maximize your compensation.
Client Reviews
Everyone there was very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. My car was totaled, and I was a little intimidated talking with a couple of other lawyers in Greenville. But with Christian and Christian, not only did they answer my questions, but they did so in a way that made what could have been a hectic situation, easy. Overall, an excellent experience with high quality lawyers who truly go above and beyond and really try to get you the results or answers you need.