Thursday, July 21, 2011

Injury from Harmful Medications

Drug side effect lawsuits: If a person suffers serious side effects from taking a medication as prescribed or according to the directions in the label, that person has a right to sue for monetary damages from being harmed by the medication.

Locate a South Florida personal injury attorney: A pharmaceutical company whose medication is for sale or is available by prescription must provide information on any potential harmful side effects of taking that medication. However, the public is not properly informed of any possible harmful effects of taking the medication and a person taking the drug is harmed by taking that medication, then the injured person has a legal right to be compensated.

If you or a loved one has experienced harmful side effects from a medication, you or your loved one may be able to sue the manufacturer of the medication. You have the right to be informed of any potentially harmful side effects of the medication that are prescribed. If you took a medication thinking that it was safe, but were harmed by the medication instead, you may have a right to be compensated by the drug company. If you have been harmed by your medication, it is in your best interest to contact an attorney who specializes in personal injury claims.

  • Chantix, an anti-smoking drug has recently been linked to increased risk of heart attack, depression, and even suicide.
  • Vioxx, prescribed for arthritis, has been found to also contribute to heart attack and stroke.
  • Accutune, a popular drug for sever acne has been linked to whole host of side effects including Crohns Disease or ulcerative colitis.

Patients have a right to take safe medication. If you have been harmed by your medication, talk to a personal injury attorney about your case. You may entitled to monetary compensation for your injuries.

Thursday, July 7, 2011

Chantix Anti-Smoking Drug: Important Message

A recent study has revealed that Chantix, the most popular anti-smoking drug in the market, may increase the risk of heart attack and other heart disease, the exact ailments smokers are trying to prevent by kicking the habit. If you believe you were affected contact our office for a free consultation.
In the five years since Chantix was approved, it has been the subject of several Food and Drug Administration (FDA) safety reviews, particularly one concerning depression, suicidal thoughts and suicidal actions, which earned the drug the FDA’s strongest warning label, the “black box.” This past June, the FDA warned that Chantix may be linked to an increased risk of heart problems.
Read the full article about Chantix and Heartattacks.
If you or some you know has taken Chantix and suffered a heart attack or adverse cardiovascular problems; or has suffered psychological problems such as depression or suicidal thoughts, please contact our office for a free consultation. You may be entitled to receive monetary compensation.
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Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Personal Injury Attorney on your Side

If you have been injured and it was someone else’s fault, you need to find a South Florida injury lawyer who has in depth experience in working with insurance companies. Insurance companies know your rights. Shouldn’t you?
If you have been injured or your property has been damaged or destroyed by someone else’s negligence, you need a South Florida attorney who can help you to obtain a settlement against the negligent party. When you hire an experienced South Florida law firm to handle your personal injury case, you will have knowledge on your side against the insurance company. Knowledge is power. The insurance company knows that if you have hired a reputable personal injury attorney to represent you that they will probably have to settle.
If you are injured and you don’t have an attorney, you are the mercy of the insurance company. Protect yourself by hiring a qualified South Florida personal injury attorney. If you have questions about your personal injury claim, who can you ask? You could ask the insurance company, but it is not in your best interest to do so. Instead, hire a legal professional who is on your side to recovery the maximum amount of damages from the insurance company.