Recent reports indicate that there are more than 530 confirmed cases of illness or death related to the use of e-cigarette and vape products. If you or a loved one has used such products and suffered severe illness or seizures, we urge you to contact an attorney by calling 410-216-0009 or by filling out the form below. You may be entitled to pursue legal action.
Vape And E-Cigarette Addictions And Injuries Are On The Rise. Our Attorneys Fight For Victims.
The use of vaping products such as JUUL has increased dramatically in recent years, with unit sales increasing more than 600% in 2017. The popularity of JUUL, among other vape devices, can be attributed to the sleek and attractive design, in addition to marketing tactics that allegedly cater to teenagers and young adults. In fact, from 2017 to 2018, the use of e-cigarettes increased by 78% for high school students and 48% for middle school students. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is currently investigating questionable marketing and whether or not manufacturers specifically targeted minors.
Our seasoned litigators at Peter Angelos Law have a history of successfully taking on major corporations and entire industries that harm public health – including Big Tobacco. They now continue this fight against the deceptive practices and other unethical behaviors of vape and e-cigarette manufacturers. They are ready to fight for you, too.
JUUL, E-Cigarette And Vaping Injury
Throughout the month of September 2019, the number of confirmed cases of vape-related illness grew by 40%. Health agencies throughout the U.S. are now investigating the link between vaping, severe illness and death, in line with pressures from the President and federal agencies to ban the devices.
Nicotine Addiction From E-Cigarettes, JUUL And Vape
E-cigarette and vape devices have continuously been marketed as a safer alternative to traditional tobacco products. However, claims suggest that such devices, specifically JUUL, use a highly concentrated formula mixed with appealing flavor combinations, delivering three times more nicotine than is needed to satisfy the nicotine cravings of an adult smoker.
Additional claims suggest that manufacturers intentionally focused on marketing flavors that would appeal to younger demographics, including minors, in an effort to improve sales. The flavors available include creme, mango, fruit and more. These deceptive marketing practices have allegedly led users to consume the product at a higher rate, leading to addiction, dependence and other severe health issues.
Adverse Side Effects
The following side effects are related to both the high levels of nicotine in electronic nicotine devices and the specific dangerous chemicals found in the vape solution:
- Severe headache
- Coughing
- Fever
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Seizures
- Severe lung illness (Popcorn lung)
- Death related to illness
Chemicals used in the solution, such as diacetyl, formaldehyde, toluene and acrolein, are suggested to have a volatile effect when consumed. These chemicals can also cause the development of serious and irreversible lung diseases. Doctors familiar with the cases suggest that the illnesses resemble lipoid pneumonia, which develops when oil enters the lungs.
Recovering Compensation For Your Vaping Injuries
Young adults suffering the severe and life-altering effects associated with nicotine addiction and who have used e-cigarette or vape devices such as JUUL may be able to pursue legal action. Our attorneys can help you seek compensation for damages that include:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages from time spent unable to work
- Reduced earning capacity, if your injuries don’t allow you to return to your current job or occupation
- Long-term illness and permanent disability
Our firm’s founder, Peter Angelos, was a lawyer who spent decades fighting for people across Maryland. He became a household name for his legal battles against the tobacco industry and businesses that exposed workers and consumers to deadly asbestos.
Since the firm was founded in 1961, our dedicated team of attorneys has secured billions of dollars in compensation for clients sickened or injured by acts of negligence, both individual and corporate. Their fight against vape and e-cigarette manufacturers is part of a decadeslong tradition of legal advocacy.
Contact An Experienced Attorney Now
The increased use of popular e-cigarette and vape brands is a concerning issue – especially as reports of vaping-related lung illnesses continue to grow. If you or a family member has suffered from seizures, coughing, vomiting, nausea, pain while breathing, or other symptoms after prolonged exposure to vape or other e-cigarette products, you may be entitled to pursue financial compensation. Our attorneys have recovered billions of dollars on behalf of injured consumers, and they will fight for you.
To schedule a free initial consultation with one of our experienced injury lawyers, call our Baltimore office at 410-216-0009 or reach out online.