Drug and Product Injury
We trust our doctors with our lives. Unfortunately, companies that manufacture the drugs and medical devices doctors give us sometimes market their products too aggressively and put their profit margin above the safety of the people who will be treated with the drugs and devices these companies make. Although these companies are supposed to rigorously test their products to ensure that they are safe for use, they sometimes fail in their duty to do this. The consequences of these companies’ negligent actions can be catastrophic, causing permanent injury or even death. If these companies have failed to notify the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the public about the possible side effects of their drugs and devices, they may be liable for the harm that these drugs and devices cause.
What Kinds of Recovery are Available in a Drug Recall or Defective Medical Device Case?You may be entitled to receive compensation for lost income, lost companionship and comfort, pain and suffering, medical and funeral bills, and, in some cases, punitive damages to punish the wrongdoer.
Why Do I Need a Drug Recall or Defective Medical Device Lawyer?Our North Carolina and South Carolina drug recall and defective medical device attorneys have experience with the injuries caused by recalled drugs and defective medical devices. It is important that you obtain an attorney who is familiar with the symptoms associated with these products and knows the possible future damages that may result from your use of the recalled drug or defective medical device. The North and South Carolina drug recall and defective medical device attorneys at Grimes Teich Anderson LLP have extensive experience in representing people who were injured by recalled drugs or defective medical devices, and know how you may be compensated for using them. Some of the recalled drugs and defective medical devices that we deal with may include the following:
- Actemra
- Bone Cement
- E-Cigarette Explosions
- Essure
- IVC Filters
- Januvia, Janumet, Byetta, Victoza
- Pradaxa
- Proton Pump Inhibitors
- Power Morcellator-Related Injury/Death
- Physiomesh
- Stryker and DePuy Hip Replacement Devices
- Takata Airbags
- Talcum Powder and Ovarian Cancer
- Taxotere
- Testosterone Replacement Therapy
- Transvaginal Mesh
- Viagra
- Zofran
This list is not comprehensive. New drugs and devices are being recalled constantly, so be sure to contact the North Carolina and South Carolina defective medical device and drug recall attorneys at Grimes Teich Anderson LLP if you are using a drug or medical device that has caused you or your loved one harm. Contact the North and South Carolina drug recall and defective medical device attorneys at Grimes Teich Anderson LLP today for a free case evaluation and for answers to your questions.
What Should I do if I or My Loved one has Used one of These Drugs or Devices?- Ask your doctor about the drug or device that you have used and be sure to follow the advice your doctor gives you with regard to the drug or device. Your health and safety are the most important concerns.
- Contact the North Carolina and South Carolina recalled drug and defective medical device attorneys at Grimes Teich Anderson LLP immediately so that they can begin to evaluate the unique circumstances of your case as soon as possible.
- Keep track of all expenses you have incurred as a result of using the drug or device. These expenses may include lost income, funeral and medical expenses, and any other expenses that relate to the effects of the drug or device.
- DO NOT sign anything in which you agree to waive any rights you have.
- DO NOT accept any settlement from the at-fault party or anyone representing the at fault party.
- DO NOT discuss your case on any social media websites such as Facebook, MySpace or Twitter.
Drug and medical device manufacturers make incredible profits from having their products used by patients. Because of this, it is often cheaper for these companies to offer to pay a small amount to those who have suffered, or may suffer in the future, from the use of their products than it is for the companies to fully compensate victims for the harm that their drugs and medical devices cause. It is important to remember that the full effects of these drugs and products may not appear immediately. Although the results may be relatively mild now, they could become much worse in the future. Therefore, you need to have an attorney who understands the possible future consequences of these drugs and devices. The North Carolina and South Carolina drug recall and defective medical device attorneys at Grimes Teich Anderson LLP can help you determine what these future consequences may be, and to be sure that you have the opportunity to be fully compensated under the law for the harm they may have caused you. We may associate counsel from other Law Firms that have specific expertise regarding a particular drug or medical device to help you obtain the maximum recovery allowed by law.
FREE CASE EVALUATIONHave you or a loved one been hurt by a recalled drug or defective medical device? Contact Grimes Teich Anderson, LLP and ask for your free consultation to speak with a recalled drug or defective medical device attorney. Grimes Teich Anderson, LLP has law offices located in Asheville, Rutherfordton, and Waynesville, North Carolina and Greenville, Gaffney, and Spartanburg, South Carolina.
We trust our doctors with our lives. Unfortunately, companies that manufacture the drugs and medical devices doctors give us sometimes market their products too aggressively and put their profit margin above the safety of the people who will be treated with the drugs and devices these companies make. Although these companies are supposed to rigorously test their products to ensure that they are safe for use, they sometimes fail in their duty to do this. The consequences of these companies’ negligent actions can be catastrophic, causing permanent injury or even death. If these companies have failed to notify the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the public about the possible side effects of their drugs and devices, they may be liable for the harm that these drugs and devices cause.