If you used a Duragesic Pain Patch that was part of the February 2008 recall by Johnson & Johnson, it is important that you talk to a lawyer. By filing suit and going through the court process, you can get the money you need to pay for medical expenses, lost wages, and other costs associated with your Duragesic Pain Patch problems. In addition, even if you don't need the money, filing suit is important, as it will help send a message to those responsible for the need for higher standards of quality control in the drug manufacturing industry.

Don't wait to file your lawsuit - talk to a lawyer today. While you may still be dealing with medical problems and your health should always come first, you must also keep in mind that statute of limitation laws can make it impossible to sue in the future.

A statute of limitations is a law that governs all kinds of court cases and is usually set forth by each individual state. This regulation says that if you do not file suit in a certain amount of time, you no longer have the right to do so. This prevents individuals from trying to so long after a company has dissolved or the facts have been forgotten. Evidence is lost over time, so in order to have the strongest case possible, the statue of limitations is set.

Every state is different, but in general, you should be well within the set time frame if you talk to a lawyer within a year of the recall. In most places, the statute of limitations is two years or more, and in some places, the statute of limitations extends to up to four years. However, regardless of your state's statute of limitations, the sooner you sue, the stronger your case will be and the more likely you'll win.

Johnson & Johnson may set up a fund to give money to victims, so you may not even have to go through the typical lawsuit process. However, the statute of limitations does still apply. Talk to a lawyer today to find out more about your legal rights. Anapol Schwartz is ready to help you win your case!