Drugs and medicines go through very rigorous testing regimes before they even reach a human test subject – let alone being given as prescriptions or made available for sale over the counter. Even with such strict standards, there are cases where drugs don't work the way they're supposed to.
Our product liability team of solicitors could help you make a defective drug claim for compensation if a medicine has:
- Caused you injury
- Caused you illness
- Not worked due to problems in the manufacturing process
- Caused unexpected side effects.
We may also be able to help you if you've become ill or sustained injuries while participating in a clinical trial. There are specific guidelines around whether you can claim, and our experienced defective drug lawyers have helped many clients get the compensation they deserve for this in the past.
We’ve supported clients through claims involving a number of different types of drugs, including:
Why choose Irwin Mitchell’s lawyers to handle your defective drug claim?
We've worked with people who've been given defective drugs and medical products for many years, and we understand the physical difficulties, anger, and lasting trauma which defective drugs can cause.
We also understand that it can be difficult to know who is to blame and who should be held accountable for your illness or injury. In these situations, it helps to have the experts on your side. If you've become ill because of defective medication, we'll work tirelessly to make sure you get all the support, advice, and care you need.
Our personal injury team has a great deal of experience with medical negligence and product liability claims. Our exceptional knowledge and caring staff have seen us ranked in the top band of law firms for defective product compensation claims by Chambers & Partners.
We'll talk you through what's happening with your claim in clear and simple terms. Our experience of these types of claims means that we know what needs to be done to help you achieve the best possible compensation settlement.
During the claims process, we'll work closely with you to handle every aspect of your case. We'll also ensure you can access all the medical care and support you need to help with your rehabilitation following an injury or illness.
Our Asset Management team will be there once your claim is settled, offering you guidance on how to manage your compensation. If you’re interested in investing your money, they can also give you advice on your options.
We also understand that making a claim for compensation can be stressful, so we do all we can to make the process as easy for you as possible. This includes how we communicate – we can arrange to visit you at home or in hospital, or you can meet with your solicitor at one of the many offices we have around the UK. If you’d prefer phone or video calls, we can also arrange these.
The majority of the claims we handle are on a no win no fee basis. This means that there's nothing for you to pay upfront, and that you won’t have to pay any legal fees if your claim isn’t successful.
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