Every year, people develop the severely debilitating Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS). If left untreated, this dangerous skin reaction progresses to an often-fatal secondary condition known as toxic epidermal necrolysis, or TEN. But filing your SJS/TEN injury claim can be tricky, especially since most survivors tend to be minor children. And even adult SJS/TEN survivors may be too disabled from the disease’s ongoing effects to sue without getting professional help. If you suffered third-degree burns after taking any drug that didn’t warn you about this potential side effect, act now. Because every state has a different statute of limitations, waiting to file your injury claim could disqualify you from compensation.

Here are three simple steps to file your SJS/TEN claim — whether it’s for yourself, a child or disabled adult relative.

Step 1: Confirm Your Eligibility

The first step in confirming your SJS/TEN claim’s eligibility involves answering just a few basic questions, such as:

• Did your doctor provide an official Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) or Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) diagnosis?
• Did your condition appear shortly after taking an over-the-counter or prescription drug?

If you or a loved one answered “yes” to both questions, then you may be entitled to a cash settlement.

Step 2: Fill Out Your Free SJS/TEN Claim Review Form Online

After confirming your claim’s eligibility, use your free case review form to tell us exactly what happened to you. You can include details about what prescription or OTC drug triggered your reaction and describe your SJS/TEN injuries in detail. Finally, you’ll need to provide current contact information so an experienced attorney in your area can schedule your free consultation. Once you’ve submitted your claim review form online, expect your matched local attorney to call within one business day.

Step 3: Meet With An Experienced SJS/TEN Lawyer to Discuss Your Case

Next, your matched attorney will listen to the facts surrounding your case and answer any questions during an in-person consultation. This meeting is completely free, private, and without any obligation to move forward with your claim unless you choose. From there, you can make an informed decision about the best way to get the justice and compensation you deserve.

Depending on your individual circumstances, you may qualify to file an individual lawsuit. (Filing an individual lawsuit means that you’re the sole claimant filing a lawsuit against the responsible drug’s manufacturer requesting compensation.) Some claims, however, fare better taking part in a class action suit or multi-district litigation (MDL). Class actions as well as MDLs involve multiple plaintiffs with similar complications after using the same drug or medical device.

An experienced mass tort lawyer can easily help you determine your chances for winning financial compensation. Your matched attorney also knows about any pitfalls and loopholes that could potentially affect how much money you’re rightfully owed. Louisiana teen Jasmin Bindom, who recently won a $56 million settlement, alleges that Motrin and Tylenol caused her disfiguring SJS/TEN injuries.