Your Drug Injury Lawyer in Bloomington, IN
If you or a loved one has been injured due to severe side effects or an adverse reaction, our drug injury lawyers in Bloomington may be able to help. At The Ken Nunn Law Office, we hold pharmaceutical companies responsible for their actions and will fight to recover the compensation that you deserve.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 60% of adults aged 18 and older take at least 1 prescription medication, and more than 1 in 3 Americans take 3 or more prescriptions daily. This makes drug injuries extremely common in Bloomington, Monroe County, and surrounding parts of southern Indiana. Our attorneys have a deep understanding of product liability law as it relates to healthcare, and we aren’t afraid to take on giant pharmaceutical companies that spend billions on marketing and advertising. Let our team listen to your story and guide you through the process.
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When Are Drugs Considered Dangerous?
Pharmaceutical companies spend millions of dollars and countless hours researching and developing new drugs to treat chronic and acute ailments. Despite years of clinical trials and studies, not all of these products are safe. Complications can occur due to allergic reactions, drug interactions, dosing errors, and the patients’ health status. There are 3 instances where manufacturers can be held liable for injuries caused by their products.
Certain medications may not be safe to use even when manufactured properly. Certain ingredients may cause cancer or organ toxicity over time, even when used as directed. Flawed clinical trials can also result in a dangerous drug being released on the market before all side effects are discovered.
Quality control errors can occur throughout the manufacturing and distribution process. Examples of manufacturing errors include microbial contamination, equipment malfunctions, incorrect labeling, improper storage, dosing issues, and faulty packaging that can cause the product to degrade.
Drugs must be properly labeled to inform consumers of possible side effects and risks. In some cases, manufacturers may fail to warn patients of the risk of addiction, mood changes, birth defects, and drug interactions.
Examples of Dangerous Medications
Over the years, many widely used medications have been recalled due to serious health concerns. Some well-known examples include:
- Arthritis medications linked to heart attacks
- Weight loss drugs that can cause heart valve defects
- Antidepressants linked to birth defects and suicide
Here are several other dangerous drugs that have caused injuries to many individuals.
This popular acne drug was pulled from the market in 2009 due to the risk of suicide, birth defects, and gastrointestinal disorders.
GlaxoSmithKline's diabetes medication rosiglitazone has been linked to serious heart problems, including congestive heart failure.
Nearly 2,000 lawsuits have been filed due to permanent vision loss caused by this oral interstitial cystitis medication.
The makers of extended-release oxycodone have faced intense backlash due to the risk of addiction and overdose deaths.
Bayer and Johnson & Johnson faced approximately 25,000 lawsuits due to severe internal bleeding caused by the next-generation blood thinners Pradaxa and Xarelto.
Several heartburn medications have been recalled because the active ingredient can break down into the suspected carcinogen N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) during storage.
Additional Dangerous Drug Cases We Pursue
- Belviq®
- Birth Defects
- Blood Thinning Drug Injuries
- Blood Clots from Rx
- Brilinta
- Cancer from Dangerous Rx
- Cleft Lip or Palate Birth Defect
- Drug Recalls
- Hysterectomy due to Birth Control
- Invega
- Manufacturer Negligence
- Onglyza
- Proton Pump Inhibitor Injuries (Prilosec, Nexium, Prevacid, Dexilant)
- Recall Injuries
- Risperdal
- Taxotere®
- Tylenol
- Weight loss drugs (Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy)
- Zofran
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Who’s Responsible for Injuries Caused by Dangerous Drugs?
Manufacturers are typically liable for drug injuries since they’re responsible for all aspects of product development, from research and clinical testing to marketing and distribution. Our attorneys in Bloomington can help hold the following parties responsible for their actions.
Pharmaceutical companies are the most likely party to be responsible for drug injuries. They have a duty to ensure that their products are safe, properly labeled, and come with appropriate warnings before they reach the market. Manufacturers can be liable for injuries related to defective drug designs, such as ingredients that cause cancer or internal bleeding. Manufacturing errors can lead to contamination or improper dosages. Drug companies may also fail to warn consumers of possible side effects, risks, and drug interactions.
Pharmacy staff may be responsible for medication errors, which can be considered a type of medical malpractice. Examples of liability related to pharmacists include distributing the wrong drug or the wrong dosage, labeling errors, and failing to warn patients about possible side effects and drug interactions.
Distributors and suppliers can be held liable for drug contamination, manufacturing errors, and packaging defects that cause spoilage and similar defects. Drug distributors have also been implicated in the overdistribution of certain opioids linked to the overdose epidemic.
Prescribing physicians typically aren’t responsible for drug injuries since they rely on information from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and manufacturers when ordering medications. However, they can be at fault if they ignored your allergies, failed to detect a harmful drug interaction, or made a dosing error, such as under- or over-prescribing a medication.
How to Prove Liability for Drug Injuries in Bloomington
Building a drug injury case is a complex process that requires you to directly link your physical and/or psychological injuries to the medication in question. Here are 4 elements that you must prove by a preponderance of evidence to win your case.
- Defects: You must show that the drug was defective due to a dangerous or ineffective design, a manufacturing defect, or inadequate warnings.
- Causation: You must demonstrate that the drug was the direct cause of your injuries. For example, the injury would not have occurred if you weren’t taking the medicine.
- Proper Use: Courts may also consider whether you were using the medication as prescribed. If you missed doses, used the medication for an off-label treatment, or took too much of the medicine, it may be more difficult to prove your case.
- Harm: Finally, you must show that you suffered damages as a result of the defective drug, such as additional medical bills, permanent injuries, or a disability. Medical records and testimony from expert witnesses can be helpful for meeting these standards.
What Compensation is Available for Drug Injuries?
You may be entitled to compensation for any injuries or losses that you experienced as a result of the medicine and related complications. Plaintiffs may be awarded compensation for financial losses, such as additional medical bills, and emotional losses, including pain and suffering and loss of companionship.
Economic damages reimburse you for financial losses that are easy to calculate. These include hospital services, rehabilitation, surgeries, and long-term care required as a result of the product’s side effects. You can also recover compensation for past and future lost wages if you are unable to work while recovering from the injury.
Non-economic damages address physical and emotional losses that are difficult to quantify. You may be entitled to compensation for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. Compensation is also available for permanent injuries and disabilities, such as vision loss, nerve damage, infertility, birth defects, or scarring.
If a medication or defective medical device causes fatal injuries, surviving family members may be able to recover compensation for outstanding medical bills, final expenses, and future lost earnings up to retirement age. Non-economic damages are available to compensate for the loss of affection provided by your loved one.
What to Do After a Drug Injury or Adverse Reaction
Drug interactions and adverse reactions can be terrifying and lead to life-threatening complications. Whether it’s anaphylactic shock, severe side effects, or internal bleeding, taking the right steps can protect your health and legal rights. Here are a few things to keep in mind.
- Seek Medical Attention: If you’re experiencing side effects or complications, notify your doctor as soon as possible to see if you can stop taking the medication safely. For severe symptoms, call 911 immediately.
- Keep Records: Collect detailed records about your prescriptions and medical history. Retain the product and packaging, if possible. Take photos of any visible symptoms. Note any side effects, including their onset, duration, and severity. Gather medical records from the providers you have seen.
- Report the Injury: Notify the FDA of your adverse reaction by filing a MedWatch report. Medical providers, consumers, family members, and caregivers can file reports for injuries related to prescriptions, OTC medications, biologics, inhalers, nutritional aids, cosmetics, and even food.
- Access Followup Care: Work with your medical team to ensure that you receive all necessary care, including emergency interventions, surgery, and rehabilitation. Your provider may be able to suggest alternative treatments for managing any new or worsening health conditions.
- Consult an Attorney: When you are able, meet with a Bloomington drug injury attorney to determine if you’re eligible for compensation. A lawyer can determine if the drug lacked proper warnings or has injured other consumers while providing advice on ways to protect your rights.
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Bloomington Drug Injury FAQs
It doesn’t cost anything upfront to hire our drug injury attorneys. We offer free consultations, and there’s no charge for our services unless we recover compensation for you. Any legal fees will be deducted from the settlement that you receive. Your attorney will review the billing agreement with you during your consultation if you choose to work with our team, so you’ll know exactly what to expect.
On average, it takes 1 to 2 years to reach a settlement. Drug injury cases can be quite complex due to the medical evidence involved. An out-of-court settlement can help to shorten the timeline. However, if your case proceeds to court, the process may take longer due to scheduling, discovery, and other steps involved.
Drug injury settlements are based on the extent of your injuries and any medical bills incurred as a result of the defective product. A drug injury attorney can help assess your damages to determine how much you may be owed. If you were left with a permanent disability, you may be entitled to additional compensation for future lost wages, loss of enjoyment of life, and effects on your personal relationships.
Normally, you have 2 years from the date of the injury to initiate a personal injury lawsuit per Indiana Code Section 34-11-2-4. However, in product liability cases, there is also a 10-year statute of repose from the date that the defective product was delivered to the customer. If your injuries took time to develop or the 2-year deadline is close to expiring, consult an attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights.
Our Bloomington drug injury attorneys are located at 104 South Franklin Road. We’re just 3 miles from downtown on the opposite side of the highway from the Whitehall Crossing Shopping Center. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation.
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Get Help With Your Drug Injury Case
If you or a loved one has experienced severe side effects or injuries due to a dangerous drug, it’s time to take matters into your own hands. Our Bloomington drug injury attorneys can determine if you’re entitled to compensation and value your case. Then, they’ll prepare a demand letter to start negotiations with the manufacturer or the manufacturer’s insurance company. Connect with a member of our team to start the process. There’s nothing to lose. The consultation is free, and you don’t pay anything unless we win.