Louisville Drug Recalls Attorneys
There are a number of drug recalls every year in the United States, with an average of about four pharmaceutical products per month recalled due to various hazards. These recalls can be issued by the Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, when it determines that a drug is too dangerous for human consumption. Sometimes, though, pharmaceutical companies issue voluntary recalls of their products before the FDA can take action against them.
However, in either situation, the dangers of using these unsafe pharmaceutical products are typically not apparent until multiple consumers have suffered. Victims of dangerous pharmaceutical products in Louisville can turn to the Sampson Law Firm today for help with understanding their legal rights and options following a drug recall.
Common Reasons for Drug Recalls
There are many different reasons why the FDA may choose to issue a recall for a drug, ranging from issues with the medication itself to defects in packaging or labeling. Some of the most common reasons for drug recalls include:
- Labeling errors
- Toxic or improper containers
- Dangerous drug interactions
- Use of toxic or unsafe ingredients
- Debilitating side effects or health complications
Consumers are responsible for halting any medications that have been recalled by the FDA or a pharmaceutical company, but if you suffered due to a dangerous drug before it was recalled, you may be legally entitled to take action against the pharmaceutical company at fault.
Contact a Drug Recalls Lawyer in Louisville
If you have been hurt due to an unsafe pharmaceutical product that was later recalled, you may be eligible for compensation for your medical bills and other damages. The knowledgeable attorneys of the Sampson Law Firm want to help you investigate your legal options regarding pharmaceutical product liability. Contact our offices today by calling 502-584-5050.
