Heparin – Class Action or Go It Alone?

Is a class action heparin suit better than a "solo" suit?

If you have suffered as a result of taking heparin, you may be thinking of taking legal action. This is understandable because may of the severe consequences of taking this drug are the result of negligence on the part of the manufacturer. The manufacturer, Baxter, truly did not properly test and produce this potentially hazardous blood thinner. This is why there are a number of suits pending against Baxter. Those currently looking to file suit, however, many not be sure of what type of suit to file

That is, they may not know whether or not to file an action on their own or to take part in a class action lawsuit. For those not familiar with the term, a class action lawsuit is essentially a collective action were the multitude of people act as the plaintiffs in the suit. If a heparin settlement or judgment is arrived the monetary award would be the split among the various plaintiffs.

This, of course, brings about the question as to what would be the best course of action to take, filing a solo or class action suit. Honestly, this is not a question that can be answered with absolutism because each litigant's situation is different. Different needs and personal situations will dictate the proper course of action to take. So, in order to arrive at a decision, it would be best to consult with an attorney. In such a meeting, the various positives and negatives of class action vs. solo suits can be discussed.

They may be better served with an individual suit. Ultimately, the client needs to realize what would be the right action to take and careful deliberation with an attorney will aid in this regard.