Safe4Hours Class Action Lawsuit against JD Nelson and Associates
Our attorneys are investigating a Safe4Hours class action lawsuit against JD Nelson and Associates, LLC (“JD Nelson”) based on an FDA warning letter sent to JD Nelson on April 18, 2011. The warning letter addressed the firm’s marketing of Safe4Hours Hand Sanitizing Lotion and Safe4Hours First Aid Antiseptic Skin Protectant.
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Safe4Hours Hand Sanitizing Lotion
Below are excerpts regarding Safe4Hours Hand Sanitizing Lotion found in the FDA warning letter.
The product labeling for Safe4Hours Hand Sanitizing Lotion represents the product as an over-the-counter topical antimicrobial hand antiseptic with the active ingredient triclosan, 1%. The product’s use is described in the product name itself, Safe4Hours Hand Sanitizing Lotion, and the following statement on its label:
“KILLS 99% OF GERMS”
The Safe4Hours website included the following statements about Safe4Hours Hand Sanitizing Lotion and its uses:
“Alcohol Free Hand Sanitizer Safe4Hours® Hand Sanitizer is effective against a broad spectrum softest pathogens, including MRSA.”
“Alcohol Free, Hand Sanitizer Safe4Hours® Hand Sanitizer is effective against a broad spectrum of test pathogens including the MRSA, E. Coli, and Staphylococcus aureus.”“Is Safe4Hours® Hand Sanitizer effective against MRSA?
Yes. We have tested Safe4hours Hand Sanitizer extensively and have shown the ability to kill and protect against MRSA.”“Is Safe4Hours® Hand Sanitizer effective against H1N1/Swine Flu?
Currently, no hand sanitizers are specifically designated to protect against H1N1. However the Centers for Disease control and Prevention (CDC) recommends products like Safe4Hours® Hand Sanitizer to help stop the spread of H1N1 when soap and water are unavailable … ”“Safe4Hours® Hand Sanitizer helps prevent Occupational Hand Disease (OHD) in environments where repetitive contact with water and detergents can damage skin, such as health care and food handling facilities.”
The FDA stated in the warning letter:
We are not aware of sufficient evidence demonstrating that this product is generally recognized as safe and effective as a topical antimicrobial that can prevent infection from E. coli, Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Staphylococcus aureus; or prevent “Occupational Hand Disease;” or mitigate, prevent, treat or cure the H1N1 Flu Virus in people.
Safe4Hours First Aid Antiseptic Skin Protectant
Below are excerpts regarding Safe4Hours First Aid Antiseptic Skin Protectant found in the FDA warning letter.
The product labeling for Safe4Hours First Aid Antiseptic Skin Protectant represents the product as a combination topical skin protectant and first aid antiseptic, with the active ingredients allantoin 1% and triclosan 1%, respectively.
The product’s uses are described in the product name itself; Safe4Hours First Aid Antiseptic Skin Protectant, and the following statements on its label:
“Allantoin 1% Skin protectant
Triclosan 1% First aid antiseptic”“Uses first aid to help prevent infection in minor: cuts scrapes bums”
“Uses skin protectant…helps prevent and temporarily protects and helps relieve chafed, chapped or cracked skin…helps prevent and protect from drying effects of wind and cold weather”
“Long-Lasting POWERFUL ANTISEPTIC AND SOOTHING ANTIBACTERIAL SKIN PROTECTANT IN ONE”
“Patented technology forms a long-lasting protective barrier on skin”
The Safe4Hours website includes the following statements about Safe4Hours First Aid Antiseptic Skin Protectant and its uses:
“Safe4Hours® is effective against a broad spectrum of pathogens, including MRSA.”
“How can I protect myself from MRSA… Treat any open wound immediately apply Safe4Hours® First Aid Antiseptic Skin Protectant as quickly as possible. We recommend that you re-apply Safe4Hours® First Aid Antiseptic Skin Protectant 3 times daily or as necessary.”
Furthermore, we are not aware of sufficient evidence that shows this product is generally recognized as safe and effective as a topical skin protectant and first aid antiseptic for preventing infection from Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
Free Consultation Regarding a Safe4Hours Class Action Lawsuit
Attorneys Fred Pritzker and David Szerlag are heading up our investigation of a Safe4Hours class action lawsuit against JD Nelson under federal laws prohibiting false advertising. The company advertised that Safe4Hours Hand Sanitizing Lotion and Safe4Hours First Aid Antiseptic Skin Protectant protect against dangerous infections, such as MRSA. According to the FDA warning letter, the FDA does not have sufficient evidence that the hand sanitizer and antiseptic products protect against Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA. To contact our attorneys about a class action lawsuit, call 1-888-377-8900 toll free or submit our online form for a free consultation.
