Avandia Death Lawsuit

The number of deaths among Avandia® users continues to rise, sparking much controversy among the healthcare community. Furthermore, it is important to understand that you as a family member have legal rights in pursuing a claim against the manufacturers of Avandia.

Free Confidential Case Review: If you or a loved one has been injured by Avandia, you should contact us as soon as possible for a free confidential review of your potential case.

How We Can Help

The Defective Drug & Wrongful Death Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus exclusively on the representation of plaintiffs in Avandia lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new cases in all 50 states.

If your family member or other loved one died after taking Avandia, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a lawsuit and we can help.

What’s the problem?

According to an analysis of clinical data published May 21, 2007 in The New England Journal of Medicine, the diabetes drug Avandia may significantly increase the risk of death due to cardiovascular problems. A meta-analysis of more than 40 trials indicated that diabetic patients treated with Avandia faced a greater risk of heart-related death than those treated with other diabetes drugs or a placebo. The analysis also revealed a 43% increased risk of heart attack among Avandia-treated patients.

When the NEJM published the new safety analysis, the FDA came under harsh new criticism over Avandia’s death risk and heart attack risk—with documents revealing that the FDA was aware of Avandia’s risks as early as 2000. Still, GlaxoSmithKline was allowed to continue marketing and manufacturing Avandia.

Evidence shows that Glaxo knew about the dangers, including heart attack and death, associated with its blockbuster drug. Because the company sacrificed safety to profits, it may be held liable for damages suffered by those harmed by Avandia.

If your loved one died while using Avandia, your losses should not go silenced. You should consult with an experienced Avandia attorney to learn more about your legal rights and options. Recoverable damages often include:

• medical costs
• funeral/burial costs
• loss of enjoyment of life
• loss of companionship and moral support
• mental anguish and emotional trauma