Houston Pharmaceutical Injury Lawyer

Pharmaceutical a mistakes are responsible for hundreds of thousands of injuries and fatalities every year in the United States. In fact, only heart disease and cancer kill more Americans than preventable medical errors. According to the Journal of Patient Safety, approximately 440,000 people die from preventable medical mistakes in hospitals every year.

Prescription drug injuries can be just as deadly. Although we’d like to think that every prescription and over-the-counter drug on American shelves is safe, this is not always the case. This is especially true with new-to-market drugs in their first few months or years of release. Dangerous side effects that didn’t present in pre-market testing begin to turn up in patients, occasionally with catastrophic results. Prescription drug companies can make profits in the millions and billions of dollars with the release of drugs that offer better treatment options than their predecessors. The excitement surrounding new drug releases and the anticipation of increased profits may lead to insufficient testing and early release. Unfortunately, this often comes at the expense of patient health and safety.

Kirk Law Firm, PLLC – Pharmaceutical Injury Lawyers Serving Texas for Nearly Four Decades

If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of a pharmaceutical or medical error, we can help. With over 60 years of experience fighting for the rights of accident and injury victims in Texas, attorney Dana G. Kirk has an impressive track record of winning cases and obtaining compensation for clients. Medical and pharmaceutical errors can be physically, emotionally, and financially devastating. Our legal team will work tirelessly to help you get your life back on track. Contact Kirk Law Firm, PLLC for a free consultation today.