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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT A HAIR STRAIGHTENER LAWSUIT BY A NASHVILLE HAIR STRAIGHTENER LAWYER

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​YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A hair straightENER lawsuit

​IF YOU USED HAIR STRAIGHTENER PRODUCTS AND WERE SUBSEQUENTELY DIAGNOSED WITH UTERINE CANCER, BREAST CANCER OR SUFFERED ANY OTHER ANY OTHER ADVERSE HEALTH EFFECTS YOU COULD BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HAIR STRAIGHTENER LAWSUIT. CONTACT HAIR STRAIGHTENER LAWYER TIMOTHY L. MILES TODAY, YOU COULD BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HAIR STRAIGHTENER LAWSUIT AND POSSIBLY ENTITLED TO SIGNIFICANT COMPENSATION.

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If you used hair straightener products and suffered hair straightener side effects, contact Nashville hair straightener lawyer Timothy L. Miles

HAIR STRAIGHTENER LAWSUIT UPDATES

  • June 2023:  There are 149 cases are now pending before the JPML.
  • March 2023:   There are 78 cases pending before the JPML.
  • February 2023:  The JPML consolidates all of the hair straightener lawsuits in the Northern District of Illinois.  There are approximately 80 cases pending in the MDL.
  • November 2022:  A motion to consolidate all hair straightener lawsuits is filed with the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation ("JPML" or "MDL").
  • November 2022:  A class action lawsuit is filed by two individuals against Dabur International and Namaste Laboratories requesting to be reimbursed for the price they and the class paid for hair straightener products. 
  • October 2022:  The first hair straightener lawsuit is filed by a female who used products for straightened hair and was diagnosed with uterine cancer.
  • October 2022:  A study by in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute (JNCI) has linked the use of hair straightener products to an increased risk in uterine cancer, and Black females may be affected at a higher rate due to their higher usage of hair straightener products the study noted.

What Is the Problem with Hair Straightener Products and other products for straightened hair?

Previous research suggested that hair straightener products and other products for straightened hair are associated with an increased risk of certain hormone-related cancers, breast and ovarian cancers being the most notable.  Now, a new study on relaxer products by in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute (JNCI) has linked the use of hair straightener products in women to an increased risk in uterine cancer, and Black females may be affected at a higher rate due to their higher usage of hair straightener products the study noted. This recent study on straightener products used by women further confirms the health problems these chemical hair straighteners can cause and have led to product liability lawsuits against straightener manufacturers.  

The study found that out of women who had not used hair straightener products in the last 12 months, only 1.6% developed uterine cancer by the age of 70.  However, approximately 4% of women who frequently use hair straightener products developed uterine cancer by the age of 70.  The fact that uterine cancer is so rare, the doubling of its risk raises concern.  Chandra Jackon, an author of the study and researcher at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) stated, "In this study, women with frequent use in the past year [of hair straightener products] had an over two-fold higher risk of uterine cancer.” Using products for straightened hair more than four times a year was defined as frequent. 

If you used products for straightened hair and subsequently were diagnosed with uterine cancer, breast cancer or suffered any other any other significant hair straightener side effects from hair straightener products, contact Nashville​ Straightener Lawyer Timothy L. Miles to see if you may be eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit and possibly be entitled to significant compensation as a result of using products for straightened hair resulting in your hair straightener side effects.
​​​Hair Straightener products include but are not limited to hair products by brands like Soft & Beautiful, Dark & Lovely, Optimum Care, Just for Me, Creme of Nature, Motions, Carson Soft Sheen, and Olive Oil. At-home products and salon-use products both qualify.  While these are the most common, they are not the only products f0r straightened hair that cause serious hair straightener side effects.
Chemical hair straightening is the most permanent hair smoothing method available.  It is also the method that inflicts the most damage to your hair and causes the most hair straightener side effects.  A chemical creme is applied to the hair to relax the curls while breaking down the protein bonds in the hair making the hair straighter. Other products for straightened hair work the same way and produce the same hair straightener side effects. 

Hair Straightener Products Linked to Uterine Cancer and other severe hair straightener side effects

Previous studies have shown that some widely used chemicals in hair straightener products disrupt the endocrine system, which is responsible for messaging chemicals in our bodies that connect hormones to their target organs. In the past, Uterine cancer has been linked to an excess of hormones such as estrogen and progesterone, and numerous hair products can mimic these natural hormones and bind to the receptor.  

Four years ago, researchers found endocrine disrupting chemicals in 18 hair straightener products they tested. More troublesome was the finding that 84% of the chemicals identified were not listed on product labels and 11 of the products were prohibited under the European Union's Cosmetics Directive or regulated by California law.  Today, U.S. regulations mandate testing for estrogen receptor activity only when it comes to pesticides and drinking water contaminants.  Hair straightener products, on the other hand, are not regulated.

A 2019 study by National Institutes of Health (NIH) found that permanent hair dye and chemicals in hair straightener products are associated with a higher risk of breast cancer, particularly among black females who use these treatments more regularly. A follow-up study in 2021 found that permanent hair dye and hair straightener products are also associated with a higher risk of ovarian cancer. 

Who Had the Most Pronounced Cancer Risk Using Hair Straightener Products?

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​The study data also showed that the link between hair straightening products and uterine cancer cases was most pronounced for Black females.  While they made up only 7.4% of the study participants, 59.9% of those who reported ever using products for straightened hair. Thus, the exposure among black females appears higher. Based on prior studies and literature, it is well known that hair straightener products marketed directly to Black children and women have been shown to contain multiple chemicals known to disrupt hormones and these same products for straightened hair marketed to Black females also contain a harsher chemical formulation. 

Chandra Jackson, an author of the study, also stated ​"we know that Black women tend to use multiple products simultaneously, which could contribute to Black women on average having higher concentrations of these hormone-disrupting chemicals in their system."

What Are the Symptoms of Uterine Cancer from Using Hair Straightener Products?

If you notice any of these uterine cancer symptoms, you should contact your doctor immediately:
  • Cramping or pain in the lower abdomen or pelvic area below your belly
  • Vaginal bleeding or spotting between periods before menopause
  • Vaginal bleeding or spotting postmenopause to any degree
  • Very frequent, heavy, or prolonged vaginal bleeding over the age of 40
  • White or clear vaginal discharge in postmenopausal women

What Are the Side Effects caused by hair straightener products?

Side effects caused by products for straightened hair include:
  • Allergic reactions
  • Burns
  • Damage to the hair shaft
  • Eczema
  • Frissy hair
  • Hair discoloration
  • Hair loss and/or alopecia
  • Scalp inflammation
  • Scalp irritation
  • Skin atrophy

what are the dangerous chemicals used in hair straightener products?

​Chemicals used in hair straightener products include cyclosiloxanes, formaldehyde, parabens, diethanolamine, sodium hydroxide, phthalates, triclosan and benzophenone-3. These chemicals used in products for straightened hair have all been linked to causing a higher risk of health problems including cancer, fibroids and endometriosis. Most hair straightener products during chemical hair straightening release formaldehyde gas, a known human carcinogen as classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer, into the air during the hair straightener process. 

Below is a synopsis of the dangers of each of these chemicals used in hair straightener products which can result in the hair straightener side effects.

Formaldehyde
According to the FDA, Formaldehyde exposure can cause both short- and long-term effects that may impact your health. The FDA also states that exposure to formaldehyde is dangerous because when it is released into the air and is present in air at levels exceeding 0.1 ppm, it can cause serious irritation of your eyes, nose, and lungs, as well as causing skin sensitivity or allergic dermatitis. The greater the exposure to products that contain formaldehyde such as hair straightener products, the greater the risk for potential health problems.

People who have experienced formaldehyde exposure have suffered the following reactions:
  • eye problems or irritation
  • nervous system problems
  • respiratory tract problems
  • nausea
  • chest pain
  • vomiting, and rashes.

Chronic effects associated with formaldehyde can include:
  • an increased prevalence of headaches,
  • asthma,
  • contact dermatitis
  • and possibly cancer.

Sodium Hydroxide
Sodium hydroxide, also referred to caustic soda or lye s a common ingredient in cleaners, soaps, detergents, and liquid drain cleaners. Sodium hydroxide is a very dangerous substance that can cause severe burns to the eyes, skin, digestive system or lungs, resulting in permanent damage or death. 

Cyclosiloxanes
Cyclosiloxanes are basic members of the broad family of silicone materials.  A study by the National Institute of Health (NIH) to examine to toxicity of cyclosiloxanes found that it produced fatal liver and lung damage in mice.

Diethanolamine
Diethanolamine is corrosive and contact can irritate and burn the skin, eyes and cause possible eye damage.  It is used in specialty textiles, weed killers, detergents, shampoos, paints and metal-working fluids.  Inhaling diethanolamine can irritate the nose and throat causing coughing and wheezing. Expose to diethanolamine cause also cause headaches, nausea, and vomiting, and may affect the liver and kidneys. Diethanolamine is listed on the Special Health Hazard Substance List. Diethanolamine is also one of the primary feedstocks (substances used to produce other substances) for the production of glyphosate, a pesticide which is a component of Roundup.

Triclosan
According to the FDA, some short-term animal studies have shown that exposure to high doses of triclosan is associated with a decrease in the levels of some thyroid hormones.  An ongoing study is investigating the potential of developing skin cancer after a long-term exposure to triclosan in animals. Triclosan has also has been linked to disrupted hormonal development, a reduction in bacterial resistance and an increase in allergies.  Additionally, according to the Australian Department of Health, it can also irritate the eyes and skin.  Some hospitals have stopped using sanitizing products containing Triclosan. Triclosan is among the seven most frequently detected compounds in streams and it has even been detected in the urine and breast milk of large portions of the population.

Benzophenone-3
Wearing products that contain Benzophenone-3 has resulted in a skin allergy or photo allergy, a skin reaction that occurs with exposure to sunlight. Benzophenone-3 has also been shown to cause weak hormonal activity in laboratory animals. Furthermore, according to the NIH, “Studies show that BP-3, after topical application, can penetrate into bloodstream, blood-brain barrier and blood-placental barrier and may induce the reproductive toxicity and abnormal development of the foetus, endocrine system disruption and neurotoxicity in experimental animal models.”

Phthalates
Phthalates are detrimental to the reproductive, neurological, and developmental systems of human from multiple exposure pathways. According to the NIH, “Phthalates, as endocrine-disrupting chemicals and SVOCs, are detrimental to the reproductive, neurological, and developmental systems of human from multiple exposure pathways. Children are at a higher level of exposure and more vulnerable to phthalates.” Many phthalates are banned and restricted in multiple countries.

Parabens
Parabens are a group of chemicals widely used as artificial preservatives in cosmetic and body care products since the 1920s.  According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), “The concern with these chemicals is that scientific studies suggest that parabens can disrupt hormones in the body and harm fertility and reproductive organs, affect birth outcomes, and increase the risk of cancer. They can also cause skin irritation. Moreover, studies have detected parabens in nearly all urine samples taken from adults in the U.S., regardless of demographic.” The EWG concluded that “Given the endocrine disruption capacity and documented female and male reproductive harm, coupled with the potential for repeated lifelong exposure, it is clear that long-chain parabens (isobutyl-, butyl-, isopropyl- and propylparaben) should not be used in personal care or cosmetic products.”

what is THE FDA'S STANCE ON THE USE OF FORMALDEHYDE IN HAIR STRAIGHTENER PRODUCTS?

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has the authority to regulate hair straightener products or other products for straightened hair under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.  And if they are marketed on a retail basis to consumers such as hair straightener products, under the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act.

Furthermore, cosmetic products such as products for straightened hair must be safe for their intended conditions of use and must be labeled properly. Manufacturers are responsible for the safety of their hair straightener products, and they must label their products for straightened hair with all the ingredients. In a manufacturer of hair straightener products does not comply with these requirements, the FDA has the authority to take action against manufacturers of products for straightened hair that do not comply with the law.

Hair straightening is normally applied to the hair followed by a heat treatment which seals the solution in. ​As the FDA explains, most hair straightener products contain formaldehyde which when heated releases gas into the air.   This presents a serious problem if a salon that uses ​hair straightener products is not properly ventilated because the formaldehyde can be inhaled by both salon workers and their clients. 

This can present a serious health hazard as explained by the FDA: "Formaldehyde is a colorless, strong-smelling gas that presents a health hazard when breathed into the lungs, or when it gets into the eyes or onto the skin."

The FDA further notes, "According to the National Cancer Institute, when formaldehyde is present in the air at levels exceeding 0.1 ppm, some individuals may experience adverse effects such as watery eyes; burning sensations in the eyes, nose, and throat, coughing, wheezing, nausea, and skin irritation."  And formaldehyde has been classified as a human carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer due to the fact that at high levels or exposure over time, studies have linked formaldehyde to certain types of cancers.

WHAT does THE FDA SAYS CONSUMERS SHOULD KNOW ABOUT HAIR STRAIGHTENER PRODUCTS?

According to the agency, repeated contact with hair straightener products that contain formaldehyde, can cause skin sensitization and allergic dermatitis can develop after repeated contact with hair straightener products.  Moreover, when formaldehyde is released into the air, it can cause serious irritation to the nose, eyes and lungs.  The higher the amount of expose and the longer amount of time someone is exposed to formaldehyde, the higher the potential health risks in using hair straightener products.

The FDA list the following reactions that have been reported:
  • eye problems or irritation
  • nervous system problems (for example, headaches and dizziness)
  • espiratory tract problems (sore or scratchy throat, cough, wheezing)
  • nausea, chest pain
  • vomiting
  • rashes

what are THE STEPS THE FDA SUGGESTS FOR CONSUMERS CONSIDERING PURCHASING PRODUCTS FOR STRAIGTENED HAIR?

If you are considering purchasing hair straightener products, or having your chemical hair straightening
here are the steps the FDA recommends. 
  • Read the label. Hair straightener products are required to have a list of all the ingredients on the label.  If the products for straightened hair you are consider purchasing do not list the ingredients, the FDA recommends not purchasing the productse.​
  • Ask a salon professional.  Ask a salon professional if they know whether the hair straightener products they use contain formaldehyde-related ingredients. If they do not know or are unsure, you may not want to not use the product, particularly if you have had a reaction in the past.
  • Report bad reactions.  If you experience a bad reaction from any hair straightener products, the FDA encourages you to report your symptoms to the both FDA as well as to your health care provider.  You can report reactions to products for straightened hair to the FDA by phone to the nearest Consumer Complaint Coordinator at your nearest FDA district office, and phone numbers are posted on the FDA's Web page at Consumer Complaint Coordinators. You can also report online to the FDA's MedWatch adverse event reporting system or you can call MedWatch at 1-800-332-1088.  

numerous other state agencies warn against the dangers of chemicals used in hair straightener products

In addition to the FDA, numerous other state agencies have issued warnings about the toxic chemicals used in hair straightener products. The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) stated it is concerned about the potential for adverse health impacts from exposure to chemicals in hair straightener products.  The DTSC said it had evaluated these chemicals, including including formaldehyde, cyclosiloxanes, parabens, sodium hydroxide, diethanolamine, phthalates, benzophenone-3, and triclosan. The agency stated some of these chemicals used in chemical hair straightening are associated with "human health and environmental hazards including respiratory effects, endocrine disruption, developmental and reproductive toxicity, dermal effects, environmental persistence, and bioaccumulation."

The New York State Department of Health issued an alert entitled "Consumer Health Alert: Hair Straightening Products and Formaldehyde."  The agency warned that if you are thinking of using hair straightener products  that many of these products for straightened hair contain formaldehyde and stated potential users of hair straightener products should consider the following: 
  • Exposure to formaldehyde can cause irritation of the eyes, nose, throat, and skin.
  • People with asthma or other respiratory diseases may be more sensitive than others to the effects of breathing formaldehyde.
  • Formaldehyde is classified as a known human carcinogen (cancer-causing chemical).

Moreover, the agency stated you cannot depend on what the label on hair straightener products states about formaldehyde as many of the products for straightened hair were labeled as "formaldehyde-free" or "organic" or "natural" but were found to contain formaldehyde when tested. 

Two Congresswomen Urge the FDA to Further Investigate the Dangerous chemicals used in hair straightener products

On March 15, 2023 Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley of Massachusetts and Congresswoman Shontel Brown of Ohio in a letter to the FDA urged the agency to investigate whether hair straightener products contain carcinogens and pose a public health threat. The letter stated in part: "We write to request the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conduct a thorough and transparent investigation to determine whether publicly available chemical hair straightening products contain carcinogens that lead to a higher risk of uterine cancer. Black women use these products at a higher rate than others and could be disproportionately impacted. In order to protect public health, we urge the FDA to reevaluate the safety of these products." The letter concluded: "We urge the FDA to investigate the potential health threat posed by chemical hair straightening products. Consumers need to be reassured that the cosmetic products they use do not threaten their health. It is critical that the agency act quickly to address these legitimate concerns." 

SHOULD I CALL A NASHVILLE HAIR STRAIGHTENER LAWYER TO SEE IF I am Eligible for a Hair Straightener Lawsuit?

If you used hair straightener products and subsequently were diagnosed with uterine cancer, breast cancer or ovarian cancer or suffered any other any other serious hair straightener side effects from hair straightener products, then you may be eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit and possibly be entitled to substantial compensation.  

Contact Nashville​​ Hair Straightener Lawyer Timothy L. Miles today and see if you are eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit if you used hair straightener products.

What is a hair straightener lawsuit?

​A hair straightener lawsuit is a demand from the defendants for monetary compensation by individuals who used hair straightener products and subsequently were diagnosed severe hair straightener side effects, more specifically, uterine cancer, breast cancer or ovarian cancer or suffered any other any other serious hair straightener side effects from hair straightener products. The lawsuits allege the defendants have known for years that hair straightener products and other products for straightened hair are associated with an increased risk of certain hormone-related cancers, breast and ovarian cancers and other serious hair straightener side effects, but failed to warn consumers of these hair straightener side effects. 

​If you used hair straightener products​ and suffered serious hair straightener side effects, you may be eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit and possibly entitled to substantial compensation. A Nashville Hair Straightener Lawyer can answer these questions including whether you eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit and is available anytime so just give us a call or submit the form below for a free case evaluation to see if you are eligible for a Hair Straightener lawsuit.

what are THE GENERAL STAGES TO A HAIR STRAIGHTENER LAWSUIT FROM A NASHVILLE HAIR STRAIGHTENER LAWYER?

Below is a summary of the various stages to how a hair straightener lawsuit works:
  1. ​ A hair straightener lawsuit is initiated by the filing of a complaint by the plaintiff, or the plaintiff's Nashville Hair Straightener Lawyer, who suffered hair straightener side effects.
  2. The defendants in the hair straightener lawsuit will then file an answer to the complaint, or they may file a motion to dismiss the hair straightener lawsuit.
  3. The judge overseeing the hair straightener lawsuit will issue a scheduling order setting forth a timeline for important dates, including when the hair straightener lawsuit trial will take place.
  4. The parties will engage in discovery, which is the exchange of information including document production, depositions, answering questions under oath and admitting or denying certain facts.
  5. Both parties will file various motions and other pleadings, mainly dealing with the discovery process.
  6. After discovery, the defendant may file a motion for summary judgement, which means after all the discovery the plaintiff does not have a cause of action and the case should be dismissed.
  7. If the motion for summary judgment is denied, or the defendant does not file one, then there will be a pre-trial conference to go over various aspects of the trial and the court may rule on the admissibility of certain evidence.
  8. A jury is then selected, and the trial takes place.
  9. A decision is given by a judge or a jury.
  10. Either party may appeal the decision to a higher court.

if I am Eligible for a Hair Straightener Lawsuit, How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Nashville Hair Straightener Lawyer?

It does not cost anything to hire a Nashville​ hair straightener lawyer. We take all cases on a contingency basis which means we do not get paid unless we win your case, so contact us today. A hair Nashville​straightener lawyer can explain the process and answer any questions you may have. So, the call is free and so is the fee unless we win your case. If you were diagnosed with uterine cancer from using hair straightener products, contact us today for a free case evaluation, you may be eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit and possibly substantial compensation.

if I am Eligible for a Hair Straightener Lawsuit, what are the hair straightener lawsuit settlement amounts?

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There have not been any settlements to date, so it is hard to put a precise number on hair straightener lawsuit settlement amounts. But given the chemicals used in hair straightener products and the studies mentioned above, the hair straightener lawsuit settlement amounts could be significant depending on the severity of your hair straightener side effects.  Lawyers will have a better and more accusative prediction as the cases proceed and they see the evidence and facts and speak with experts.  Then, they will have a better understanding of the hair straightener lawsuit settlement amounts and make a more accurate prediction.  However, the backlash from the studies confirming the toxic of the chemicals used in hair straightener products and states issuing warnings and Congress getting involved would seem to put more pressure on the defendants to settle with larger hair straightener lawsuit settlement amounts. 

if I am Eligible for a Hair Straightener Lawsuit, what can a Nashville​ hair straightener lawyer do for me?

​​​​Because of the complexity of the cases and the need to hire experts, a products liability attorney is the go-to attorney when you have been injured by a drug or a product that is dangerous or defective like products for straightened hair that caused your hair straightener side effects. A Nashville​ hair straightener Lawyer, who is an experienced products liability attorney, can help you by putting you in the best possible position to win your hair straightener lawsuit and recover the most compensation if you suffered hair straightener side effects and are eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit.

if I am Eligible for a Hair Straightener Lawsuit, What Can I Get Out of a Hair Straightener Lawsuit?

If you are eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit, a successful plaintiff is entitled to compensatory damages which would include compensation for things such as:
  • past and future medical expenses;  
  • pain and suffering including emotional distress; and 
  • lost wages and the reduction in your ability to earn an income.

If your Hair Straightener lawsuit proceeds to trial it is also possible the court could impose punitive damages, intended to punish the defendant for their actions. 

What Do the Hair Straightener Lawsuits Allege?

There have been a large number of lawsuits filed to date.   The lawsuits have been filed L’Oreal USA Products Inc., Strength of Nature Global, Soft Sheen/Carson Inc., Soft Sheen Carson Inc., Dabur International Ltd, Dabur USA Inc., and Namaste Laboratories, LLC.  The lawsuits allege that the companies failed to warn consumers that the use of their products for straightened hair increases a woman’s risk of developing uterine cancer, breast cancer and other severe hair straightener side effects. 

​If you used hair straightener products or other products for straightened hair and subsequently were diagnosed with uterine cancer or breast cancer or suffered any other hair straightener side effects from hair straightener products, contact Nashville​​ hair straightener lawyer Timothy L. Miles today to see if you may be eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit. 

What Evidence is Required to Win My Hair Straightener Lawsuit?

In order prevail in your hair straightener lawsuit, you must prove that the defendant is liable for their hair hair straightener products causing your uterine cancer, breast cancer or other severe hair straightener side effects, you must prove that the defendant was aware or should have been aware of a serious risk with their products for straightened hair, but failed to take action to correct the risk imposed by the product during its normal intended use and/or failed to warn the public of the risk. ​

if i suffered hair straightener side effects, how does a hair straightener lawsuit work?

​If you suffered severe hair straightener side effects and are eligible for a Hair Straightener Lawsuit, before it is filed with the court, your Nashville Hair Straightener Lawyer will fully explain the process and will then need to ask you a few questions concerning the circumstances of you diagnoses, how long you have used hair straightener products, your hair straightener side effects and our medical history. 

Your Nashville Hair Straightener Lawyer will then draft what is known as a complaint detailing your use of products for straightened hair and the serious hair straightener side effects you suffered from using these hair straightener products. This will be a multi-page document explaining why the defendant is responsible for your injuries and what damages (that is, compensation) you are seeking.

Once your complaint is filed with the court, your Hair Straightener Lawsuit officially begins. From here, it will be a lot of back and forth between your Nashville Hair Straightener Lawyer and the attorney(s) for the defendant in an attempt to resolve the matter. The attorneys may take review documents, take depositions, issue subpoenas, hire experts, calculate damages, attend hearings, and file motions, briefs, evidence or other documents with the court during the stages of the lawsuit.

If your Hair Straightener Lawsuit is not dismissed and a settlement cannot be reached, the case will proceed to a jury trial.

Why Should i file a Hair Straightener Lawsuit?

If you or a loved one suffered severe health consequences from using products for straightened hair, you have a right to file a claim for compensation for your pain and suffering and other damages such as lost wages, hospital and medical bills caused by the hair straightener products. A Nashville hair straightener lawyer will investigate your claim for free of charge to determine if you are eligible for a Hair Straightener Lawsuit.  Time is limited to file a Hair Straightener Lawsuit, so contact Nashville​​ hair straightener lawyer Timothy L. Miles as soon as possible for a no-obligation, free case evaluation to see if you are eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit and possible entitled to substantial compensation. 

IF I DECIDE TO FILE A hair straightener lawsuit, HOW INVOLVED WILL I HAVE TO BE?

​​If you are eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit and decide to file a hair straightener lawsuit, your primary responsibilities as a plaintiff are as follows:
  • Regularly meeting with your Nashville​ hair straightener lawyer in person or on the phone.
  • Reviewing certain pleadings and motions for accuracy before they are filed with the court by your Nashville​ hair straightener lawyer.
  • Participating in the discovery process which includes:
    • Gathering and turning over to the defendant all documents in your possession relative to you claim.
    • Answering written questions under oath.
    • Possibly admitting or denying certain factual statements under oath.  
    • Giving a deposition which is a proceeding outside of court but under oath in which the defendant’s attorney asked you questions about use of products for straightened hair and the severe health consequences you suffered as a result of using products for straightened hair and the testimony is taken down by a court reporter. 
  • If your hair straightener lawsuit is not dismissed or settled and goes to trial, you will have to attend the trial and testify.  

While this may not be every single thing you are required to do, it is the bulk of your responsibilities as a plaintiff.  When you meet with your Nashville hair straightener lawyer, he will explain your responsibilities in greater detail.

WHAT IS A DEPOSITION AND WILL MY Nashville hair straightener lawyer be present?

​A deposition is a sworn, out-of-court testimony given by a witness in a civil lawsuit. The reason for a deposition is so that an attorney or attorneys can gather information and facts from witnesses that they believe will help your case or be damaging to the defendant's position. ​A deposition is a sworn, out-of-court testimony given by a witness in a civil lawsuit. The reason for a deposition is so that an attorney or attorneys can gather information and facts from witnesses that they believe will help your case or be damaging to the defendant's position.  Your Nashville hair straightener lawyer will prepare you for your deposition, including what type of questions to expect, and your Nashville hair straightener lawyer will also ask you questions, mainly to clarify some of your previous answers.  If you have questions or get confused, you can take a break and speak with your Nashville hair straightener lawyer. Your Nashville hair straightener lawyer will be by your side during the entire deposition and may object to certain questions you are asked and instruct you not to answer, mainly on the basis of privilege or that the question is not relevant or is harassing. 

WILL MY Nashville hair straightener lawyer HELP ME WITH DOCUMENTS I HAVE TO GIVE TO THE OTHER SIDE?

​Yes. You will receive a written notice from the defendant requesting that you produce certain documents.  Your Nashville hair straightener lawyer will review the request first and may object to turning over certain documents that are requested that are not relevant to the case or meant to harass or other legal grounds.  Your Nashville hair straightener lawyer will instruct you on precisely the documents you need to gather for production and your Nashville hair straightener lawyer will put everything together to produce to the defendant. You are also entitled to request documents form the defendant and your Nashville hair straightener lawyer will, with your input, prepare the notice to produce documents and send it to the defendant. 

DO I HAVE TO ATTEND EVERY COURT HEARING OR WILL MY Nashville hair straightener lawyer HANDLE?

​No, you do not have to attend every court hearing and your Nashville hair straightener lawyer will handle most hearings before the court such as certain motions filed by the parties.  Your Nashville hair straightener lawyer will let you know if your attendance is required for a hearing or motion.  Otherwise, your Nashville hair straightener lawyer will handle all hearings and motions with your input prior to and after the hearing or motion. If your case goes to trial, you will have to attend the entire trial and testify.  Your Nashville hair straightener lawyer will prepare you and explain everything about the trial, if your case goes to trial.

IF YOU BELIEVE YOU ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A hair straightener lawsuit, KEEP ALL YOUR DOCUMENTATION REGARDING YOUR hair straightener SIDE EFFECTS

Maintaining all your hair straightener side effects documentation and other evidence is critical if you believe you are eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit. You will need this evidence to prove your case and that you are entitled to compensation in a hair straightener lawsuit. Your Nashville​​ hair straightener lawyer will determine what evidence best supports your claim, but you should maintain and start gathering all your documents relating to your hair straightener side effects and your use of products for straightened hair if you believe you are eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit, including:
  • All your medical records, including bills, doctor notes, receipts and any other notes or documents regarding your hair straightener side effects. 
  • All documents or other evidence you received or obtained regarding products for straightened hair.
  • Receipts and any other documents relating to your hair straightener side effects.
  • All bank and other records evidencing your payments for doctor visits, prescriptions, medical tests and anything else you had to pay for in relation to your hair straightener side effects. 
  • Any other documentation or evidence you believe supports your claim that hair straightener products
    caused your hair straightener side effects.

Contact a Nashville Hair Straightener Lawyer Today

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​If you used hair straightener products or other products for straightened hair and subsequently were diagnosed with uterine cancer or breast cancer or suffered any other serious hair straightener side effects from hair straightener products, contact Nashville​​ hair straightener lawyer Timothy L. Miles to see if you may be eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit and possibly be entitled to significant compensation. 

​While there is still time to file a lawsuit, be mindful that these cases are time sensitive, and give us a call today. 

For answers to frequently asked question and additional information on the legal process, please visit our consumer Resource Center.

CONTACT A NASHVILLE HAIR STRAIGTENER LAWYER TODAY FOR A FREE CASE EVALUATION TO SEE IF YOU ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A
NASHVILLE ​HAIR STRAIGHtener LAWSUIT

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​HAIR STRAIGHTener LAWSUIT?

​IF YOU USED HAIR STRAIGHTENER PRODUCTS AND WERE SUBSEQUENTELY DIAGNOSED WITH UTERINE CANCER, CONTACT NASHVILLE HAIR STRAIGHTENER LAWYER TIMOTHY L. MILES TODAY YOU COULD BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HAIR STRAIGHTENER LAWSUIT AND POSSIBLY ENTITLED TO SIGNIFICANT COMPENSATION. CONTACT US 24/4. WE ARE HERE TO HELP.  (855) 846-6529).

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Call Nashville hair straightener lawyer Timothy L. Miles today if you suffered adverse health effects from hair straightener products to see if you are eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit

FREE HAIR STRAIGHtener LAWSUIT CASE EVALUATION:
SEE IF YOU ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A HAIR STRAIGHtener LAWSUIT

​If you used hair straightener products call Nashville hair straightener lawyer Timothy L. Miles today to see if you are eligible for a hair straightener lawsuit and possible compensation. 

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