Tylenol ADHD Lawsuit

What is the Tylenol ADHD Lawsuit?

Tylenol Autism ADHD Lawsuits are being filed on behalf of women who took acetaminophen during pregnancy and children who were subsequently diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and/or other neurodevelopmental disorders.

Tylenol Autism and ADHD Lawsuits are being consolidated in multidistrict litigation (MDL).

The MDL is centralized in the U.S. District Court: Southern District of New York:

• MDL 3043:  Acetaminophen ASD/ADHD Products Liability Litigation

Multidistrict litigation is a special federal legal procedure used to speed up the process of handling claims about the same product and/or injury.

In the case of the Tylenol lawsuit, a large group of people have all been affected by the same drug, and the federal court system allows the consolidation of these cases in order to manage them more efficiently.

MDLs are different from class action lawsuits in that class actions combine individuals plaintiffs into a single lawsuit, while MDLs group similar cases together and ensure that settlement amounts for certain injuries are representative and fair through procedures like bellwether trials.

Who Are the Defendants in the Tylenol Autism Lawsuit?

Defendants in the Tylenol Autism and ADHD Lawsuit are distributors of generic acetaminophen products.

Tylenol, produced by Johnson & Johnson, has not yet been named in the Tylenol Autism Lawsuit.

The companies named in the Tylenol lawsuit include:

• Walmart
• Walgreens
• CVS
• Rite-Aid
• Costco
• Safeway
• Target
• Other producers of generic acetaminophen

Children Exposed to Acetaminophen During Pregnancy are Diagnosed with ADHD and ASD at Increased Rates

In recent years, scientific evidence has found evidence that Tylenol (Acetaminophen) use during pregnancy may be linked to a higher rates and increased risks of developmental and neurological problems in children.

The disorders that may result from acetaminophen use during pregnancy include:

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Complex Developmental Disorder
• Cerebral Palsy
• Other developmental disorders

The Tylenol Autism Lawsuit is a recognition of scientific research conducted over the past decade.

The lawsuit alleges that Tylenol use during pregnancy led to a rise in the incidence of developmental disorders in children, and drug manufacturers failed to warn consumers of these potential risks.

In light of such research findings and resulting legal action demanding more thoughtful evaluation by drug manufactures of generic acetaminophen, expectant mothers are advised to consult with health professionals for the best course of action regarding the relief from pain symptoms while expecting.

Health Professionals Warn of Links Between Tylenol Use During Pregnancy and ASD/ADHD Symptoms

Scientific research from a number of universities across the globe have found that taking acetaminophen during pregnancy may present an increased risk for children to develop Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and other neurological disorders.

Johns Hopkins University researchers studied the umbilical cord blood samples of 996 births, and separating which cord blood samples contained amounts of acetaminophen from lowest to highest.

Compared to the lowest third of births with acetaminophen exposure:

• The middle third of acetaminophen exposure was associated with a 2.26 times higher risk of ADHD and a 2.14 times higher risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• The group with the highest amount of exposure was associated with a 2.86 times higher risk of ADHD and a 3.62 times higher risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Below are further research studies linking prenatal acetaminophen exposure to developmental disorders:

• National Institutes of Health, Johns Hopkins University: Association of Cord Plasma Biomarkers of In Utero Acetaminophen Exposure With Risk of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder in Childhood
• American Journal of Epidemiology: Prenatal Exposure to Acetaminophen and Risk for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autistic Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Meta-Regression Analysis of Cohort Studies
• Nature Reviews Endocrinology: Paracetamol use during pregnancy — a call for precautionary action
• Oxford University Press: Acetaminophen Use in Pregnancy and Neurodevelopment: Attention Function and Autism Spectrum Symptoms
• JAMA Pediatrics: Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy, Behavioral Problems, and Hyperkinetic Disorders
• Journal of the International Society for Autism Research: Maternal Use of Acetaminophen during Pregnancy and Risk of Autism Spectrum Disorders in Childhood: A Danish National Birth Cohort Study

Do You Qualify for a Tylenol Autism ADHD Lawsuit?

If you or a loved one took Tylenol while pregnant, and the child was subsequently diagnosed with a developmental disorder such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) later in life, you may be eligible to file a Tylenol lawsuit.

The attorneys at Keith Law Group are accepting new clients for the Generic Acetaminophen Lawsuits, and we encourage you to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

There are some crucial steps for clients to take as they are filing Tylenol Lawsuits:

• Gathering Evidence for your claim
• Assessing and Calculating Damages

Below, our Tylenol Attorneys have provided insight into these two subjects.

Gathering Evidence for Tylenol Lawsuits

Evidence is extremely important in dangerous drug lawsuits.

In order for your Tylenol Lawsuit to be sufficient, you must gather and retain evidence that is relevant to your case.

Examples of evidence in Tylenol Lawsuits include:

• Medical records for both the mother and child
• Purchase receipts for Tylenol/generic Acetaminophen
• Records indicating the child’s Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis, ADHD diagnosis, or other developmental disorders
• Notes from your doctor, psychiatrist, therapist, or other health professional
• Any indication that you or a loved one used Tylenol during pregnancy

If you are unsure about evidence in your claim, you are welcomed to contact our attorneys and ask any questions you may have.

Assessing Damages in Tylenol Lawsuits

Damages in dangerous drug lawsuits refer to the total cost, economic or non-economic, the impact of a medication had on your (or your loved one’s) life.

Damages may be hard to determine, so your attorney can help you calculate damages and make sure all costs are accounted for in your claim.

Damages in a Tylenol Lawsuit may include:

• Medical bills
• Pain and suffering
• Permanent disability
• Lost quality of life
• Lost wages, income, or earning capability
• Other punitive and compensatory damages

Contact our attorneys for help with your Tylenol Lawsuit claim.

We’re here to help, and we offer free consultations.

Keith Law Group: Accepting Clients for Tylenol Lawsuits

Our law firm has achieved significant settlements for people harmed at no fault of their own.

We’re not afraid to go up against big corporations and companies who have harmed consumers, and the Acetaminophen Lawsuit is no exception.

If you or a loved one took Acetaminophen during pregnancy, and the child was subsequently diagnosed with ADHD, Autism, or another related developmental disorder, you may be eligible to file a claim.

Contact us for a free, no-obligation case consultation, or use the chatbot on this page to see if you qualify to file a Tylenol Lawsuit instantly.

Our Tylenol Autism ADHD Lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, which means we do not charge for legal representation unless your case wins.

Don’t hesitate to reach out, we’re here to help.