Were you harmed by a dangerous or defective prescription drug in North Carolina? If so, you may be entitled to significant compensation with help from an experienced North Carolina dangerous drugs attorney.
At Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers, our team has over 190 years of combined experience and has recovered more than $850 million (see disclaimer below) for injured clients. We’re ready to represent you throughout the entire claims process and will take your case to court if needed.
Call our law office today at (704) 486-5824 to schedule a free consultation with a member of our legal team.
How Riddle & Riddle Can Help With a Dangerous Drug Claim in North Carolina
Drug companies have enormous resources and powerful legal teams protecting their interests. To take them on successfully, you need an experienced lawyer in your corner who knows both product liability law and pharmaceutical litigation.
Riddle & Riddle has been helping North Carolina families recover from devastating injuries for decades. You can count on our North Carolina product liability lawyers to:
- Conduct an in-depth investigation into the drug’s development, testing, and approval process
- Work with medical and scientific experts to determine how the drug caused your injuries
- Identify all of the responsible parties, including manufacturers and retailers
- Gather and analyze evidence, such as medical records and internal company documents
- Handle all of the communications and settlement negotiations on your behalf
- File a product liability lawsuit in court if a fair settlement isn’t offered
Our North Carolina personal injury lawyers have the experience and the resources to help you build a strong case.
Contact our law office today to arrange a free consultation.
What Is a Dangerous Drug?
A dangerous drug is any prescription or over-the-counter medication that poses unreasonable risks to consumers when used as directed. In many cases, these drugs have design or manufacturing defects that make them unsafe. In others, drug makers fail to warn doctors and patients about potential side effects.
Pharmaceutical companies are legally required to ensure their products are safe before releasing them to the public. When researchers, testers, or labelers cut corners, the results can be catastrophic.
Common examples of dangerous drugs that may be involved in lawsuits include:
- Blood pressure medications
- Diabetes drugs
- Birth control pills and implants
- Antidepressants and antipsychotics
- Opioid painkillers
- Heartburn and acid reflux medications
- Weight-loss and diet pills
- Sleep aids and anti-anxiety drugs
If you or someone you love experienced severe side effects after taking any type of prescribed drug, you may have a claim for compensation.
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Dangerous Drug in North Carolina?
Multiple parties can share responsibility for injuries caused by unsafe drugs. These cases generally fall under North Carolina product liability law.
Potentially liable parties may include:
- Drug manufacturers
- Pharmaceutical sales companies
- Distributors and pharmacies
- Doctors and other healthcare providers
If you hire us, we can investigate the full chain of distribution to determine where the failure occurred and pursue claims against every responsible party.
What Damages Can I Recover in a Dangerous Drug Case?
Victims of unsafe medications in North Carolina can pursue compensation for both economic and non-economic losses.
Recoverable damages may include:
- Past and future medical bills
- Rehabilitation and ongoing treatment costs
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
In some cases, North Carolina courts may also award punitive damages to punish egregious misconduct. These damages are designed to deter similar conduct by other companies in the future.
How Long Do I Have to File a Dangerous Drug Lawsuit in North Carolina?
Under North Carolina law, the general statute of limitations for product liability cases is typically three years from the date of injury. However, there’s also a “discovery rule” that may apply in dangerous drug cases. This means the clock may start running only once you knew (or should have known) that the medication caused your injuries.
However, note that there is also a 12-year statute of repose that may apply to these claims as well. Since these time limits can be complex to determine, it’s important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights.
Contact Our Experienced North Carolina Dangerous Drugs Attorneys for a Free Consultation
If you’ve been injured by a prescription or over-the-counter drug in North Carolina, don’t wait to get legal help. The pharmaceutical company will have a team of lawyers protecting its interests; you deserve the same level of representation.
With over 190 years of combined experience and more than $850 million recovered (see disclaimer below), you can count on Riddle & Riddle to advocate for you. We’ll stand by you every step of the way and fight for the maximum compensation you need to move forward.
Reach out to us today to schedule a complimentary consultation with our North Carolina dangerous drugs lawyers.