Defective Drugs and
Medical Devices

Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Florida

There's no denying that drugs and implanted medical devices can be lifesavers if you're suffering from a health condition like heart disease or are taking medication for a painful traumatic injury. Modern technology allows doctors to install defibrillators that deliver necessary shocks to pace the heart, and medications help reduce pain and make life more enjoyable. However, these devices and drugs aren't perfect, and the damage caused by unsafe products or medications can be deadly.

How Safe Are They?
Each year, thousands of people are seriously injured or killed as a result of faulty drugs and medical devices they believe are safe. If you read that a prescription or over-the-counter medication is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, you assume it's safe. Unfortunately, many of these products are inadequately tested or do not contain adequate warnings on the labels. The result can be serious health consequences-from increased blood pressure to severe liver failure.

The product recall lawyers at Burke, Harvey & Frankowski are committed to representing those who have been victimized by:

• Defective Pain Pumps
• MRI/Gadolinium NSF
• Kugel Mesh Hernia Repair Patch
• Ortho Evra Birth Control Patch
• Antibiotic Cases: Ketek & Levaquin

Though the federal government imposes strict safety regulations on medical device and pharmaceutical companies, some of these companies have risked the public's health by manufacturing and selling defective and dangerous products. Surprisingly, some of these companies are well aware of the risks, as their own research has revealed hazardous side effects with medications or flaws with medical devices.

Recalls Don't Reverse Impact
Medical device manufacturers are obligated to protect consumers against injuries associated with faulty products. Drug companies also have a responsibility to protect the health and well-being of their consumers. They must adhere to FDA regulations and recall any medication that proves dangerous. But, even after mass product recalls, some of these drugs continue to jeopardize public safety because the damage might not be detectable for years to come.

If you're injured as a result of medical treatment, your first thought is often that your doctor or other health care professional made a mistake. But in many cases, the fault lies in the medical device or prescribed medication. If this is true, claims should be brought against the product or drug manufacturers. A successful claim for these types of injuries requires a great deal of preparation and planning, because complex legal and scientific questions will arise. It is imperative that you have the proper, knowledgeable representation.

Serving the people of Alabama, Florida, Tennessee and Georgia, the product recall lawyers at Burke, Harvey & Frankowski, can help. We can answer your questions and help you determine the strength of your claim. We offer free consultations so call or e-mail our office today.

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