What Are My Rights if I’m Injured by Over-the-Counter Medication?
Most of us know by now that we are entitled to file a personal injury claim if we are seriously injured as a result of a prescription drug. In addition, qualifying family members of a wrongful death victim may file a wrongful death claim. Large pharmaceutical companies such as Merck have faced a number of lawsuits in recent years over defective drugs that were not properly tested before they were put in the market for serious side effects.
However, it is important to remember that the term “dangerous drug” does not just refer to prescription drugs. A dangerous drug can mean an over-the-counter medication or even a natural herbal supplement. Recently, several lawsuits have been filed over Zicam nasal gels, which are basically over-the-counter cold medications. Hundreds of people across the nation reported that they lost their sense of smell and/or taste after using these cold medications. In such cases, drug companies even fail to disclose the risks of the drugs or serious side effects, which could have helped consumers make an informed choice.
As a consumer injured by a dangerous drug, you may be eligible to receive several types of damages. First, you may be able to get the liable party to pay medical bills to cover any injuries you sustained as a result of taking a dangerous drug. You may also qualify for lost wages, pain and suffering, and various other types of damages depending on the specifics of your case.
If you have been injured by a defective drug in Seattle or Washington State, please contact an experienced Seattle personal injury attorney with The Bernard Law Group at 1-800-418-8282 or info@bernardlawgroup.com for a FREE comprehensive and confidential consultation. We can also send you our FREE informational brochure, which has useful educational information to help you better understand your legal rights and options. Get in touch with Kirk Bernard and his knowledgeable legal team today.
