Some pharmaceutical companies have unfortunately released some very harmful medications.
For example, I dealt extensively with alpha-beta, a diet drug that caused serious harm and fatalities to consumers by affecting their heart and lungs. Despite its dangers, the drug was sold throughout the United States. The FDA approves many drugs with dangerous side effects, like alpha-beta, and eventually these side effects become apparent, causing severe harm or even death to consumers. This is where pharmaceutical litigation comes into play.
If the case involves a defective product, it falls under the category of product liability, requiring an investigation into the development of the product.
If it is determined that the drug a) should never have been brought to market, b) should have had a stronger warning, or c) should have been recalled earlier, the victim likely has a valid claim.
Often, consumers are unaware of a drug’s potential dangers until they see a commercial about it on television. When this happens, they should seek the expertise of an attorney, who specializes in handling cases involving dangerous, harmful, and recalled drugs. A pharmaceutical litigation lawyer can educate them about the available legal options.
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