Defective & Dangerous Drugs
Take Action with a Portland Medical Malpractice Lawyer
Medical malpractice can take many shapes and forms, sometimes involving a doctor’s negligence in diagnosing, and other times resulting from defective medical products. Sadly, many of the drugs patients trust to help improve their condition can ultimately lead to more severe injuries. When there is negligence involved in the prescribing, manufacturing, testing, or producing of these medical drugs, legal action may be necessary.
At Angel Law, P.C., we are dedicated to holding negligent medical providers and companies accountable for their actions. Our firm can go above and beyond to ensure justice is served in your case. Our personal injury lawyer in Portland is well-versed in the area of medical malpractice and personal injury and can utilize this to help with your legal matter.
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Identifying Liable Parties
If you have suffered injuries due to dangerous or defective drugs, it is crucial that you get the care and compensation you deserve during this time. There are numerous parties that could be held liable for the effects that dangerous drugs have, including both medical providers and pharmaceutical companies.
The following may result in liability for parties:
- Pharmaceutical company error or negligence
- Prescription mistakes or errors
- Lack of proper testing
- Failure to warn about dangerous side effects
- Misleading marketing ploys
- Backing from a medical professional
- Failure to obtain approval from FDA
When you come to Angel Law, P.C., we work with you to gather bills, medical records, and other documents that can demonstrate pharmaceutical company or medical provider’s negligence. We review each area of your case carefully and make sure to craft a compelling claim. From dangerous diabetes drugs to harmful steroid injections, our Portland medical malpractice attorney is ready to take on any case. We also advocate for victims of defective medical devices!
Which Drugs Are Labeled As Dangerous or Defective?
There are a number of different drugs that are marketed for their incredible benefits, all while patients suffer from serious and often deadly side effects as a result of usage. Even some of the most commonly accepted drugs have skeletons in their closets which need to be revealed.
Common examples of dangerous or defective drugs include:
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Xarelto: Developed as a blood thinner to prevent blood clots, lawsuits have been filed for uncontrolled bleeding caused by Xarelto and against manufacturers who failed to warn the public of these dangers.
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Zofran: Many pregnant women have turned to Zofran to ease morning sickness. Unfortunately, the drug has also been shown to cause birth defects, yet no warnings were included to alert consumers of this possible side effect.
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Effexor: Effexor is an antidepressant first introduced in 1993. Lawsuits filed against the manufacturer stem from birth defects which were caused by the use of Effexor while pregnant or nursing.
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Painkillers: Frequently used painkillers, such as OxyContin, Vicodin, and Percocet, are often abused and patients can become addicted quite quickly.
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Paxil: Another antidepressant, Paxil can cause birth defects when taken during pregnancy. Manufacturers have been caught for mislabeling the drug, repackaging it, and withholding safety information.
Get the Legal Support You Need: Call Our Firm Today
Medical malpractice cases in Oregon can involve countless complications and obstacles, requiring skillful and incisive representation throughout the process. Taking on companies or manufacturers that created and developed harmful drugs can be extremely challenging.
Not only will you need sufficient proof of defects or dangers, but you will also need convincing evidence that these issues led to your injuries or condition. When physicians who prescribed the prescription or nurses who administered the drugs are responsible, bringing forward a medical malpractice claim can also be very difficult. That is why it is so crucial to retain a proven legal professional during this time.
Angel Law, P.C. can take on your case, determining what type of claim you need to bring forward and what parties need to be held liable. Whether you are dealing with an instance of medical malpractice or personal injury, you can rest easy knowing our attorney is ready to fight for a just outcome in your case.
Do not wait to secure the legal counsel you need for your defective drug case. Schedule a free consultation!
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