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Prescription drugs are meant to heal, not harm. But when pharmaceutical companies, distributors, or medical providers act negligently, the consequences can be life-altering—or even deadly. At McArdle & Whitman, we represent individuals and families who have suffered due to unsafe, defective, or improperly prescribed medications.
Our team is committed to holding drug manufacturers, medical professionals, and pharmacies accountable when their carelessness or corporate greed leads to serious harm. Whether it's a recalled medication, mislabeled prescription, or a failure to warn about dangerous side effects, we pursue justice and compensation for those affected.
Unsafe medication cases can involve a variety of failures, including:
Defective Drug Design or Manufacturing
Failure to Warn of Side Effects
Incorrect Dosage or Labeling
Improper Prescription by a Medical Provider
Pharmacy Dispensing Errors
Marketing Drugs for Unapproved Uses ("Off-label")
Even when medications are FDA-approved, companies can still be held liable if they fail to disclose known risks, rush products to market without sufficient testing, or mislead doctors and patients.
Blood thinners causing internal bleeding
Opioids leading to addiction or overdose
Diabetes medications linked to heart failure
Antidepressants increasing suicide risk
Birth control drugs causing strokes or blood clots
If you’ve suffered illness, injury, or the loss of a loved one due to unsafe medication, you may have a valid legal claim.
Victims of unsafe medications may be entitled to compensation for:
Medical expenses
Lost wages and reduced earning ability
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Funeral costs (in wrongful death cases)
Long-term care needs
We are not intimidated by powerful pharmaceutical corporations or national healthcare providers. With years of experience and a strong record of results, we know how to investigate these complex cases, consult with medical experts, and build compelling arguments for full compensation.
Your fight becomes our mission—and we pursue it with passion, integrity, and skill.
If you or someone you love has been harmed by an unsafe or defective medication, contact McArdle & Whitman today.
Get in touch to schedule your free consultation with one of our lawyers. Simply fill in the form or give us a call. We will be happy to answer your questions and evaluate your case free of charge.