Choosing Between Lawyers for Class Action Lawsuits

Propecia is an FDA-approved drug whose active ingredient is finasteride. The synthetic 4-azasteroid compound is marketed by Merck & Co., Inc. as treatment for hair loss in men. According to different controlled clinical trials, it is clear that Propecia is responsible for serious side effects like erectile dysfunction, low libido, decreased sperm count, sometimes permanently. These side effects are basically from the fact that the drug converts androgen testosterone into DHT or 5a-dihydrotestosterone. The drug has also been shown to contribute to insomnia, anxiety, depression, breast enlargement and tenderness, and a rash. Lawsuits allege Merck & Co., Inc. sold and marketed Propecia as an effective and safe drug for hair loss treatment, for failing to warn men of dangerous and unreasonable side effects, especially sexual side effects, some of which are permanent, for failing to use ordinary care in the designing, the testing, and the manufacturing of Propecia, and for failing to exercise due care in the advertising and the promotion of the drug.


You could sue Merck & Co., Inc. through class action lawsuits if they are formed or through individual lawsuits. Filing class action lawsuits is advantageous in that you get the best possible representation, it offers unparalleled convenience, and you do not need to pay the lawyers before the case is won or if the case is lost. There are many lawyers who specialize in class action lawsuits, but you should not go for the first lawyer you come across. There are several considerations that should guide your choice.

When choosing between lawyers for class action lawsuits against Merck & Co., Inc., consider their credibility and reliability. You could determine credibility by checking for registration with the local bar and by checking with consumer protection agencies for complaints. You could determine the reliability of lawyers for class action lawsuits by reading independent reviews, by getting recommendations from those you trust, by looking at past success in similar cases, and by observing the lawyer in trial before your case.

When choosing between lawyers for class action lawsuits against Merck & Co., Inc., consider their people skills. Skills such as communication and negotiation skills are important because many class action lawsuits against pharmaceutical giants are settled out of court. These skills are also important in the course of the trial (during cross examination). You should consider the cost of the services being offered by lawyers for class action lawsuits. Note that this could be as high as 40% of the settlement with some lawyers. However, do not let cost considerations blind you from making other important considerations. Note that although it is said cheap is expensive, expensive does not always mean better. You should therefore ‘shop around’ to increase your chances of getting a good lawyer for a low price.



Scott Ammons is the author of this article on Propecia Class Action. Find more information on Propecia Lawsuit here.