Defective Drugs

Defective drugs have the ability to injure millions of patients. Although pharmaceuticals have helped millions of people across the nation, when a drug is defective or unsafe, the results are devastating. Millions of people can be affected, suffering serious injuries and even death when an unsafe drug is released to the market.

The Connecticut defective drug attorneys at The Berkowitz Law Firm fight to protect American consumers against dangerous drugs. If you or a loved one has experienced harm as a result of a prescription or non-prescription medication, contact our firm for qualified legal representation.

Defective Drug Claims

Drug manufacturing companies have a responsibility to protect American consumers from dangerous risks. Before a drug is released to the market, it must be properly tested and approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). If there are dangerous risks associated with a drug, they must be fully disclosed on the drug’s label. Most consumers will assume that if a drug is FDA approved it is safe, but unfortunately that is not always the case.

A drug manufacturing company is considered negligent if it fails to warn consumers of potential dangers and will be liable for any injuries caused to unknowing patients. A drug is considered defective when the health risks outweigh the benefits, and will be recalled from the market.

Because of the high volume of drugs produced each year, some dangerous drugs make it into the market and cause millions of people harm before being recalled. If you were taking a medication and experienced an ill side effect, you will likely qualify for compensation from the manufacturer.

Types of Defective Drugs

Each year, people suffer severe injuries as a result of dangerous medications. In the more recent years, some of the drugs that have been investigated and linked to potential health risks include Avandia®, Fleet Phospho-soda®, Actos®, Paxil®, Nexium®, Prilosec®, Yaz® birth control, Accutane®, Fosamax® and Heparin®.

The list goes on. If you believe you have been harmed by any medication, contact our defective drug lawyers for an evaluation of your case. Serious injuries caused by dangerous pharmaceuticals can include heart attack, stroke, blood clots, pulmonary embolism and death.

Contact a Connecticut Defective Drug Attorney

To speak with an attorney about a potential defective drug claim, contact Connecticut defective drug lawyers at The Berkowitz Law Firm today. We can be reached at (866) 314-9352 or send us an email and we will get back to you shortly.

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