Defective E Cigarette Injury Attorney Bradenton FL
W. Lee Clark & Associates
Your Reliable Defective E Cigarette Injury Attorney Bradenton FL
E-cigarettes are marketed as healthier alternatives to smoking. They have quickly gained popularity with young adults and those trying to quit tobacco smoking. Unfortunately, what was once seen as less harmful alternatives can carry significant risks. If an e-cigarette caused you harm, an experienced defective e-cigarette injury attorney in Bradenton, FL may be necessary in claiming the compensation that is due.
W. Lee Clark & Associates is a highly-recognized law firm that specializes in personal injury cases, specifically defective product claims. We’re well-equipped to assist victims as they navigate this legal process while holding responsible parties accountable.
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E-Cigarette and Vaping Deaths, Lung Injuries, & Illnesses
In recent years, e-cigarette smoking has become more popular, particularly among teens and young adults. Many users have died after vaping nicotine products such as the popular JUUL and THC (marijuana). There is also a growing lung injury epidemic known as EVALI.
Deaths from E-Cigarette Use
The Centers for Disease Control reported 68 deaths confirmed from e-cigarette vaping in February 2020, across 29 states. This number is not only growing but also underestimates the actual number of deaths due to vaping.
Vaping can lead to death through severe inflammation in the lung tissue. This causes the lungs to shut down. Teenagers and adults have died from vaping. Vaping causes deaths from ‘acute’ lung damage, unlike traditional smoking, which leads to death decades after the first use.
E-cigarette, or vaping, lung-related injury (EVALI)
As of February 2020, the CDC reported 2,800 hospitalized cases of lung injury (EVALI) caused by e-cigarettes and vaping across all 50 states.
The New York Times reported in January 2020 that there were 2,602 hospitalizations from vaping and 59 deaths. Radiology (usually CT) confirmed the lung damage.
The age distribution of the 2,602 cases was as follows:
- 18 years or younger (15%)
- Under 24 years old (39%)
- 34 years and younger (26%)
In other words, younger people under 35 years of age accounted for 80 percent of the serious vaping injuries that required hospitalization.
How to Determine if You Have a Lawsuit for Vaping or E-Cigarette Death or Injury
You may be able to file a lawsuit if you have a family member, such as a parent or child, who was hospitalized or died from vaping or e-cigarettes. This could result in monetary damages being awarded to the victim, the injured or the deceased, and the family (spouse, children, or parents) of the victim.
The following are examples of legal claims that can be made:
- Negligence
- Product Liability (defective products)
It is possible to recover both compensatory damages and punitive damages. Punitive damages punish defendants for willful misconduct or egregious neglect.
Several vaping and e-cigarette companies have targeted teenagers with their marketing, resulting in a new generation addicted to nicotine. The aggressive marketing of e-cigarettes and other products to teenagers has been a major factor in the awarding of punitive damages.
Why Select W. Lee Clark & Associates As Your Defective E cigarette Injury Attorney Bradenton FL?
Selecting an attorney is a critical decision in complex product liability cases. W. Lee Clark & Associates stands out as the top choice for your defective e-cigarette injury attorney in Bradenton, FL.
Experience
An experienced law firm with expertise in complex product liability claims should handle a vaping or e-cigarette lawsuit. You want a team of lawyers with the resources and experience to take on the tobacco industry and protect your rights through the entire process.
Personalized Approach
W Lee Clark & Associates is your leading law firm specializing in product liability. Our clients appreciate our innovative and personalized approach to litigation as well as the aggressive pursuit of maximum compensation.
Veteran-Owned Legal Firm
W. Lee Clark & Associates, a veteran-owned law firm. Lee Clark is a lawyer who was formerly a US Navy and Police officer. W Lee Clark & Associates is dedicated to helping clients who are victims of large corporations and negligent manufacturers.
You Pay Nothing Unless We Win Your Case
We offer free consultations for all potential clients. Our vaping injury lawyers provide legal services based on contingency fees. This means you will not be required to pay any upfront costs or out-of-pocket expenses.
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Don’t face your legal battle alone. W. Lee Clark & Associates guides you and fights on your behalf for the compensation you deserve. To take that initial step towards recovery, call their office now for a free consultation and take the first steps toward recovery while they handle all legal complexities for you so you can focus on healing instead of legal proceedings.
W. Lee Clark & Associates offers expert legal assistance as your defective e-cigarette injury attorney in Bradenton, FL. By choosing us, you’ll gain a team dedicated to upholding your rights and seeking justice on your behalf.