New York Defective Drug Lawyer

If you’ve been injured or adversely affected by a defective drug, you could be dealing with pain, expensive medical bills, and other related challenges. In a situation like this, the drug manufacturer may be obligated to compensate you for your losses.

At Morelli Law, our New York personal injury lawyers have over 40 years of combined experience handling cases like yours. A New York defective drug lawyer from our firm can work tirelessly to hold the at-fault manufacturer liable for your injuries and losses. 

Compensation in New York Defective Medication Cases

A New York defective drug attorney may be able to help you seek compensation for your losses if you were hurt by an over-the-counter or prescription drug. Depending upon your situation, you could be eligible to receive damages to cover your:

• Stay in a hospital
• Medical testing and assessments
• Surgeries and other medical procedures
• Correct medications
• Therapy and rehabilitation
• Additional medical expenses
• Wages you lost from not being able to work
• Lost earning potential if you became disabled

You may have several legal options at your disposal when pursuing damages. Cases involving defective drugs may involve a class-action lawsuit or even multidistrict litigation (MDL). In some situations, a defective product or product liability lawsuit may even be appropriate. A lawyer can determine your best course of action and try to settle out of court with the at-fault party.

Concerns Regarding Defective Drugs in New York

Medications are supposed to be approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) before they are placed on the market for sale. Unfortunately, the drug industry has a lot of control over the approval process to get drugs on the market.

In theory, the interference of the drug industry in FDA drug approvals means that unsafe or defective drugs may be placed on the market. These drugs can be consumed by numerous people before their negative health effects become evident and action is taken. Manufacturing defects can turn safe drugs into dangerous medicines.

Drugs Our New York Defective Drug Lawyers Can File a Claim For

There have been many defective drugs sold to patients throughout the country. If you believe you’ve suffered injuries or side effects from defective drugs, you’ll want to reach out to our team for help. Our defective drug attorneys in New York can help you seek compensation for injuries and losses caused by any of the following drugs:

Zantac and Ranitidine

Ranitidine products (often sold under the brand name Zantac) have recently been removed from the market by the FDA. This removal came after testing revealed dangerously high levels of NDMA in products containing ranitidine. NDMA is a probable cancer-causing substance. Many people may have developed cancer over the years after using Zantac and similar products.

Talcum Powder Products

Recently, there has been extensive concern over the usage of products containing talcum powder in New York. Studies have indicated that talcum powder may be linked to the development of ovarian cancer. This product has been widely used for decades in the U.S., but Johnson & Johnson pulled its talc products off the shelf in May 2020.

Other Medications

There are a large number of other defective drugs that have been sold throughout the country. You may want to consider legal help from an attorney if you took:

• Accutane
• Tequin, as an antibiotic
• Abilify or Risperdal for mental health treatment
• Mirena or Ortho Evra for birth control
• Bextra or Celebrex for pain treatment 

Note that these are not the only examples of defective medications that have caused extensive harm and adverse effects to individuals. If you took any medication and developed a serious adverse side effect or condition, our New York defective drug lawyers can advise you on the next steps.

Defective Medications Can Lead to Fatal Injuries

While many people believe they are at low risk for developing any of the long list of possible side effects of a medication, this is not always the case. A defective medication has a high chance of leaving you with serious medical conditions. These medications may also cause unanticipated side effects.

You may be able to recover from the effects of a defective medication. However, in other cases, the results of consuming a dangerous medication may lead to wrongful death. You have legal options if you’ve lost a loved one due to a defective medication. A defective drug lawyer can offer you compassionate legal advice in this situation.

Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against a Drug Manufacturer

If you’ve lost a loved one due to the effects of a defective pharmaceutical drug, you may also be able to secure compensation. A New York wrongful death lawyer may be able to help you get compensation for burial and funeral expenses as well as the deceased’s lost wages. You may also be able to receive damages for lost inheritance and lost support.

Parties Our New York Defective Drug Attorneys Can Sue on Your Behalf

Depending on the specifics of your situation, there may be multiple parties who can be held liable for your defective or dangerous drug injury. The team at Morelli Law can help analyze your case and determine who you can sue for a defective drug injury. Remember, with more liable parties come more avenues for the compensation you deserve.

Depending on the specifics of your case, our personal injury attorneys may take action against any of the following  responsible parties:

Drug Manufacturers

Drug companies can be liable for damages sustained by victims of the drugs they produce. For example, drugs can be developed with poor designs, improper mixtures of ingredients and chemicals, or additional issues that increase the risk of injury.

Drug Distributors

In some cases, drugs are manufactured properly but become defective during the distribution process. If that happened in your situation, the distributor may be liable for the injuries and financial losses you’ve been burdened with.

Whether there are unsafe protocols in use by that distributor, tampering with the drugs, removal of warning labels, or other instances of negligence, our New York defective drugs lawyers can help you seek fair compensation.

Pharmacies

When you get prescription medication from a pharmacy, you inherently trust that the pharmacist correctly and safely filled that prescription. Failure to do so can mean that the pharmacy or even the individual pharmacist is responsible for the injury you suffered.

Some ways that a pharmacist can be negligent include:

• Mixing the wrong ingredients
• Filling your bottle with the incorrect pharmaceutical product
• Using an improper or mislabeled dosage

Doctors and Healthcare Providers

Doctors, hospitals, nurses, and other healthcare professionals might be liable in instances of defective drug injuries. This Could be the case if they prescribed the wrong medication for your condition, mixed up your prescription with another patient’s, or otherwise failed to provide the accepted standard of medical care.

Hiring a skilled attorney with defective drug case experience allows you to ensure that the proper parties are held responsible for their actions and negligence. You can rely on our experienced defective drug attorneys from New York to get the financial compensation you’re owed.

Deadlines for Filing a Defective Drug Claim in New York

In New York, a defective or dangerous drug lawsuit would fall under the statute of limitations for product liability. How long you have to file a defective drug claim is generally within three years of the date you were harmed due to a defective or dangerous drug.

It’s important that you act quickly in response to your diagnosis when you are harmed because if this deadline expires, you could lose the opportunity to collect compensation. If you file late, your case will likely be dismissed by the civil court. An attorney can help you move quickly or advise you of any conditions that may apply that would change this timeframe.

Evidence in Defective Drug Claims

When you sue for compensation from an at-fault party, especially resource-laden pharmaceutical companies, it’s crucial for you to have plenty of evidence to back your claim. The other side will fight tooth and nail to pay you as little as possible, if at all.

Our New York defective drugs attorneys gather and preserve evidence like:

• Medical records and photographs detailing your injuries
• Testimony from medical experts
• Testimony from you and your family regarding your lifestyle changes
• Information from your employer about lost wages due to injury
• Emails, memos, or testimony that the at-fault party knew about the drug’s defect
• Alternative, safer drug designs that the company could have used

 We’re known for our dedication to our clients, and that extends to the way we prepare evidence for a case. There’s a reason we’ve won billions of dollars on behalf of injured people across New York and beyond. When you fight against large drug manufacturers, you need defective drug attorneys on your side who know what they’re doing.

No Fee Unless We Win Your Case

If you’ve been injured by a prescription or over-the-counter drug, you’ve probably suffered significant financial losses. At a time like this, you might be hesitant to spend money on an attorney. Fortunately, our defective drug lawyers in New York handle cases on a contingency fee basis.

In other words, we won’t charge you upfront or out-of-pocket fees for our assistance. Instead, we’ll take a portion of the compensation we recover on your behalf. If your case is unsuccessful and doesn’t yield damages, you won’t have to worry about paying us.

Get Help аrom a New York Defective Drug Lawyer at Morelli Law

If you’ve been hurt by a defective drug or medical product, you have the right to hire legal representation and seek compensation for your injury, financial losses, and emotional distress. That said, the legal process required to obtain damages can be extremely difficult, especially if you’re dealing with a serious condition.

Fortunately, a New York defective drug lawyer from Morelli Law can take action on your behalf and pursue the financial remedies you need to move forward with your life. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and learn more about how we can help you win your case.