At A Glance
- This Lawsuit Alert Affects:
- Anyone who used the product and suffered a serious injury, as well as family members acting on their behalf.
- What's Going On with These Lawsuits?
- Attorneys are looking to file lawsuits on behalf of individuals who were seriously harmed. They believe the manufacturers placed the products on the market without adequate warnings and are now responsible for the harm suffered by consumers and their families.
- What Could I Get from a Lawsuit?
- A lawsuit could help recover money for medical costs, emotional anguish, lost wages and funeral expenses.
- Can I File a Lawsuit?
- If you or a family member suffered serious injury and are interested in taking legal action, fill out the form on this page to learn more. It doesn't cost anything to get in touch or to speak to someone about your rights.
- How Much Is a Lawyer?
- Attorneys are handling these cases on a contingency-fee basis, meaning they only get paid if they win your case. Their payment comes as a percentage of the settlement or jury award.
Attorneys working with ClassAction.org are pursuing lawsuits against kratom manufacturers on behalf of individuals who suffered serious harm, including overdose, seizures, life-altering addiction and heart attack, from use of synthetic 7-OH products.
7-OH, also known as 7-Hydroxy, 7-OHMG and 7, has drawn strong criticism from media outlets, government agencies and health professionals, particularly for the way it’s being sold and marketed—as a harmless and even helpful “natural” product that’s readily available at gas stations, vape shops and more—despite reports that the substance is addictive, linked to a number of serious health effects, and 13 times more potent than morphine.
Indeed, 7-OH products, which are synthetically derived and a far cry from the natural kratom tree found in Southeast Asia, have been linked to a number of kratom overdose deaths, and the FDA has recommended the compound be classified as a Schedule 1 substance, the same class as heroin and ecstasy, meaning it has no accepted medical use and has a high chance of abuse.
Now, attorneys are looking to help individuals who took 7-OH products and suffered serious harm, as well as family members acting on their behalf, sue the manufacturers for medical expenses, physical pain and more over allegations they were not properly informed of the risks associated with 7-OH kratom use.
If you or a loved one took 7-OH and experienced serious harm—including addiction that required medical treatment—fill out the form on this page to learn more about how you could hold the manufacturer of the products accountable. It doesn’t cost anything to get in touch, and you’re not obligated to take legal action after speaking with someone.
Who’s Eligible to File a Lawsuit for Kratom?
7-OH, also known as 7-Hydroxy, 7-OHMG and 7, has drawn strong criticism from media outlets, government agencies and health professionals, particularly for the way it’s being sold and marketed—as a harmless and even helpful “natural” product that’s readily available at gas stations, vape shops and more—despite reports that the substance is addictive, linked to a number of serious health effects, and 13 times more potent than morphine.
Indeed, 7-OH products, which are synthetically derived and a far cry from the natural kratom tree found in Southeast Asia, have been linked to a number of kratom overdose deaths, and the FDA has recommended the compound be classified as a Schedule 1 substance, the same class as heroin and ecstasy, meaning it has no accepted medical use and has a high chance of abuse.
Now, attorneys are looking to help individuals who took 7-OH products and suffered serious harm, as well as family members acting on their behalf, sue the manufacturers for medical expenses, physical pain and more over allegations they were not properly informed of the risks associated with 7-OH kratom use.
This information may include:
- Proof of product use, such as photos or leftover packaging
- Proof of purchase, such as receipts, order confirmations, photos or bank statements
- The type(s), brand(s) and dosage(s) of the kratom product(s) you or your family member used
- The locations or retail outlets at which the products were purchased
- The date at which you or your family member started (and, if applicable, stopped) using kratom products, and the frequency of use
What Are the Long-Term Effects of 7-OH Kratom?
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has deemed 7-OH products “novel potent opioid products that have not been proven safe or effective for any use and should be avoided,” warning that “[e]xposure to 7-OH could result in serious harm.”
The long-term effects of 7-OH may include:
- Addiction
- Withdrawal symptoms, including restlessness, fatigue, cold sweats, irritability and body aches
- Liver toxicity, including jaundice, acute hepatitis and liver failure
- Respiratory depression
- Cognitive impairment, such as memory and concentration problems
- Gastrointestinal complications, including severe constipation and nausea
What Percentage of 7-OH Is in Kratom Leaf?
Naturally occurring 7-OH accounts for less than two percent of the total alkaloid content of a kratom leaf, and less than 0.05% of dried leaves’ overall makeup.
A kratom leaf’s active chemical profile is made up of over 40 alkaloids, with the predominant component being mitragynine, which makes up about 66% of the total alkaloid content. Mitragynine can be chemically converted into 7-OH to produce products with much higher levels of 7-OH than natural kratom leaves.
If you or a loved one took 7-OH and experienced serious harm—including addiction that required medical treatment—fill out the form on this page to learn more about how you could hold the manufacturer of the products accountable. It doesn’t cost anything to get in touch, and you’re not obligated to take legal action after speaking with someone.