Reviewed by Laurence P. Banville, Esq.Frequently asked questions
What injuries are linked to SGLT2 inhibitors in lawsuits?
Lawsuits allege that SGLT2 inhibitors caused diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), acute kidney injury, and Fournier's gangrene — risks the FDA has linked to the entire drug class, including Invokana, Farxiga, and Jardiance. Invokana (canagliflozin) carries the strongest link to lower-limb amputations, based on an FDA black-box warning issued in 2017; Farxiga and Jardiance have faced amputation claims based on more limited observational evidence, though the FDA has not issued the same warning for those drugs specifically. Manufacturers have faced claims that they failed to adequately warn patients and prescribing physicians of these serious risks. If you suffered one of these injuries in New York, you may have a product liability claim against the drug manufacturer.
How long do I have to file an SGLT2 inhibitor lawsuit in New York?
New York’s statute of limitations for personal injury product liability claims is three years from the date of injury under CPLR §214. The clock typically begins running when you were harmed or reasonably discovered the connection between the drug and your injury. Because drug injury cases often involve complex causation questions, you should consult a New York attorney as soon as possible to preserve your claim.
Who can be held liable in an SGLT2 inhibitor lawsuit?
Liability in an SGLT2 inhibitor case may fall on the drug’s manufacturer for design defects or failure to warn, as well as distributors or pharmacies in certain circumstances. Under New York product liability law, plaintiffs can pursue claims under strict liability or negligence theories. An attorney can evaluate the facts of your case to identify all potentially responsible parties.
What compensation can NY victims recover in an SGLT2 inhibitor lawsuit?
New York plaintiffs in drug injury lawsuits may seek damages for medical expenses (past and future), lost wages and earning capacity, pain and suffering, and permanent disability or disfigurement. No specific dollar amount can be guaranteed—outcomes depend on the severity of the injury, the strength of the evidence, and other case-specific factors. An experienced NY personal injury attorney can assess what damages may apply to your situation.