Savannah Drug Injury Attorneys Seek Compensation for Harmful Meds

Aggressive representation for patients injured by dangerous drugs

The drugs that doctors prescribe to their patients aren’t always safe for everyone. Some drugs carry inherent risks that their manufacturers fail to disclose, while others can be harmful if they’re prescribed in the wrong dosages or combined with other medications. It’s up to drug manufacturers to make sure their medications’ adverse effects are disclosed before they release a new drug. When they fail to do so, people like you can develop serious and even life-threatening complications.

If you or someone you love was hurt by a prescription drug, get in touch with the legal team at Owens & Mulherin Injury Lawyers to discuss your options. Our Savannah drug injury lawyers aren’t afraid to take on big pharmaceutical companies to help you get the compensation you deserve.

How do drug injuries occur?

Although prescription and over-the-counter medications can speed healing, reduce symptoms, and help patients recover from illnesses and injuries, they can also be dangerous. Some drugs that are still on the market are linked to serious complications, while others can be dangerous if your doctor doesn’t research your medical history and other medications you’re taking before prescribing them.

Some of the most common causes of drug injuries include:

Undisclosed or dangerous side effects — Virtually all drugs have side effects, and you and your healthcare providers may need to weigh the pros and cons before you use certain medications. However, some drugs are linked to disabling and even life-threatening complications. In many cases, the drug manufacturers don’t tell patients or doctors about those complications, and that puts patients like you at risk.
Off-label use — When you’re prescribed a medication, you trust that it’s the right one for your treatment plan. But some drug companies push their medications for unapproved, or off-label, uses. When this happens, the full extent of potential side effects may not be known.
Pharmacy errors — Pharmacies can fill prescriptions improperly, either with the wrong medication or wrong strength.
Interactions with other medications — Harmful interactions can occur when prescription drugs are mixed with common over-the-counter drugs or supplements.

No matter what caused your drug-related injury, you can count on our legal team to pursue maximum compensation for you and your loved ones.

Examples of dangerous drugs on the market

Our injury attorneys represent victims harmed by a variety of dangerous prescription and over-the-counter drugs, including:

Abilify — Also called Aripiprazole, this antidepressant has been shown to induce compulsive behaviors, such as gambling or hypersexuality.
SSRIs — A number of serotonin reuptake inhibitors, including Celexa®, Lexapro®, Luvox®, Paxil®, Prozac®, Symbyax® and Zoloft®, have been shown to cause birth defects when taken during pregnancy.
Blood thinners — Various anticoagulants, such as Xarelto®, have been linked to an increased risk of severe bleeding.
Diabetes drugs — Certain diabetes medications, such as Onglyza®, Byetta®, Januvia®, Janumet®, Tradjenta® and Victoza®, have been linked to serious health problems, including pancreatic cancer. Invokana® and Invokamet® have also been shown to cause potentially deadly conditions. Onglyza® has been linked to heart failure.
Heartburn drugs — Numerous heartburn medications, such as Nexium®, Prevacid®, Prilosec®, Losec®, Protonix®, and Zegerid®, have been linked to kidney disease.
Low-T Treatment — Various testosterone-enhancing drugs have been linked to heart attacks and over cardiovascular ailments.
Risperdal® — This antipsychotic drug has been known to cause gynecomastia.
Taxotere® — This breast cancer drug has been linked to permanent hair loss in women.
Viagra® — The popular erectile dysfunction drug can produce unexpected side effects, such as sudden hearing and/or vision loss. But it is also suspected of causing malignant melanoma.
Zofran® — This anti-nausea drug has been linked to birth defects.

If you believe you were harmed by any drug on this list, our determined attorneys are ready to help.

More than 20 years of experience helping drug injury victims

After a drug injury, you need a law firm you can trust while you focus on getting better. When you call Owens & Mulherin Injury Lawyers, you’ll get personalized attention every step of the way, from the moment you first describe your drug injury to our attorneys to the moment you get the money you deserve.

We know that you may be hesitant to contact a lawyer, especially if you’re worried about how much it will cost. But because our law firm uses the No Fee Guarantee®, you have nothing to lose. We don’t charge any upfront fees for our consultations or our services, and you don’t owe us anything unless we get money for you. Call 912-212-2100 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation.

Reviews From Our Clients

"I was pregnant and injured in an automobile accident. Mr. Owens, personally, came to the hospital. He told me he would handle everything, I just needed to get healthy for the baby and myself. Mr. Owens did everything he said he would. I highly recommend Owens and Mulherin. Everyone in their office is friendly and informative. You're not just another client with them, they genuinely care." - Lindsay Chadwick
"Highly recommend working with this group!! They are very friendly, understanding, caring people and very easy to talk to. They Gave us plenty of time to talk with them. Did not make us feel rushed and explained everything thoroughly. Made the experience the best possible and we had a positive outcome during a tragic time. Thank you to the attorneys and entire staff." - Cindy Shuman
"I found Mr. Owens to be very professional and extremely sympathetic towards my needs as a result of my injuries. His experience helped guide me through my case and we ultimately won in the end...settled out of court! Thanks for all your help!" - Diane Calahan
"Following an automobile accident I sought representation from Wil Owens. Throughout the process he and his staff were always very kind, informative, and diligent in protecting my rights and interests. I knew my case was minor comparatively speaking, however, they never minimized the importance of my situation or claim. I would highly recommend this local law firm!!Sincerely,Christi (Fry) Vinyard" - Christi Fry
"This was my first time having to get an attorney and my experience was great. They make sure you fully understand everything that's going on and make sure the case is settled in your favor. I highly recommend this attorney office if you need one." - Dee James
"Absolutely 100% the best law firm around. I was completely blown away by the staff with all their generosity and helpfulness every step of the way. Wilbur Owens is hands down the best attorney I have ever met. He was caring, professional, and helpful in all aspects of my case, from the very begining with all my treatments to the very end with my settlement. He was highly recommend to me and I have heard nothing but great things about him and his firm. They truly are the best around and if ths need were to arise again in the future I will gladly come to the law firm of Owens and Mulherin. Wonderful people and they gave me my life back as well as piece of mind, and for that I am and always will be truly thankful." - Courtney Graves
"I had a good experience with Mr. Owens and Ms. Teresa. They were very professional and was on point. It was a long process but it was worth the wait. I would recommend anyone to this lawfirm." - Ashley Robertson
"My thanks to Mr. Owens and his crew. After getting injured at work , and not knowing what to do I found them thru a local web search. Everyone in the office was great, Will walked me thru my case and explained how it would go. After everything I would highly recommend this law firm. I can't say enough of Mr. Owens and his staff . Thank you for your help!" - Mark Kalla
"I worked with Mr. Ownens and his team for my most recent accident involving 2 uninsured motorists, and I am extremely pleased with the way my case was worked, as well as the outcome. I cannot say anything negative about the law firm whatsoever, but I can tell you that being hit by uninsured vehicles is a nightmare." - Nic Schuman
"Loved working with me. Mulherin. Didn’t make me feel rushed or pinned against a wall. He gave me the beat and worse case scenario. Went to bat for me when the insurance company thought they could get away with being cheap. Brooke was amazing to work with to. Always answered calls or emails in a timely manner." - Natasha Campbell

Wilbur D. Owens

Member

Mr. Owens devotes his practice exclusively to representing plaintiffs in personal injury and wrongful death claims. His primary focus is automobile/tractor-trailer accidents, dog bites, slip/trip and falls, medical malpractice, injuries from dangerous products, job injuries and nursing home abuse. Before joining forces with Mr. Mulherin to open Owens & Mulherin in 2001, Mr. Owens worked…

View Full Bio

Joseph A. Mulherin