Mass tort status is being considered in the lawsuits that have been filed against the makers of the birth control pills Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella. This is largely due to the increasing number of cases being filed across the country where victims claim stroke and other serious health problems caused by taking Yaz or Ocella. Yaz side effects extend from ischemic stroke or heart attack, to pulmonary embolism and other blood clot related injuries.

Bells and whistles went off when women in their 20s and 30s were suddenly falling victim to ischemic stroke and heart attack after being put on Ocella. Vibrant twenty-somethings who were on this brand of birth control for as little as a few months were exhibiting symptoms of major side effects and serious health risks. Ischemic stroke, heart arrhythmia, and pulmonary embolism are just some of the serious Yaz side effects allegedly experienced by patients put on this oral contraceptive.

Any women that have been injured as a result of taking Yaz, Yasmin or Ocella may be entitled to compensation. Many lawyers and legal aid agencies such as thelegaladvocate.com now extend assistance to anyone living with side effects and health issues as a direct result of using Yaz contraception. Now that more women across the U.S. are coming forward and filing suit, the legal system is moving closer to offering justice for those who were misinformed by the birth control manufacturers and possibly their doctors.

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