Dangerous Drug & Pharmaceutical Injury Claims
Injured by a dangerous drug? Leitner Warywoda’s NYC and Long Island attorneys help victims of pharmaceutical injuries pursue justice. Free consultation.
- Theories
- Failure to warn · design defect
- Where we practice
- NYC · Long Island · Statewide
- Fee
- No fee unless we recover
When Medications Cause More Harm Than Healing
Prescription and over-the-counter drugs are supposed to improve our health—not put our lives at risk. Unfortunately, defective or dangerous medications continue to reach the market, harming unsuspecting patients across New York. At Leitner Warywoda, we represent individuals throughout NYC, the boroughs, and Long Island who have suffered serious side effects, complications, or long-term harm due to unsafe pharmaceuticals. Our team stands ready to investigate your case and hold negligent manufacturers accountable.
What Makes a Drug Dangerous?
A drug may be considered dangerous if it causes unforeseen side effects, contains undisclosed risks, or lacks adequate warnings for consumers and doctors. Some medications are rushed to market without proper testing, while others are prescribed off-label in ways the manufacturer never intended. In either case, the result can be catastrophic. Whether your injury stems from a recalled drug or one still on pharmacy shelves, our attorneys can help determine liability and identify if you qualify for compensation.
Examples of Known Harmful Drugs
Many high-profile drug cases in recent years have affected thousands of Americans, including residents of New York. Medications such as Zantac, Ozempic, Accutane, and various birth control products have been linked to cancer, stroke, gastrointestinal injuries, and other serious health issues. If you believe a prescription or OTC drug has harmed you or a loved one, you may not be alone—and you may be entitled to financial recovery.
Past Pharmaceutical & Medical Litigations
Avandia, Bextra, Celebrex, Chantix, Digitek, Duragesic Fentanyl Patch, Bard Composix Kugel Mesh Patch, Levaquin, Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Lead Wires, Heparin Sodium Usp, Ortho Evra Patch, Vioxx, Zicam, Zyprexa
Holding Pharmaceutical Companies Accountable
Pharmaceutical manufacturers have a legal obligation to ensure their products are safe and properly labeled. When companies cut corners or hide risks to protect profits, patients pay the price. Our firm’s deep experience in product liability and personal injury law gives us the tools to challenge even the largest drug companies. We work with medical experts, review FDA data, and build strong legal claims to support your case from start to finish.
Talk to a New York Defective Drug Lawyer Today
If you or a loved one has been harmed by a dangerous drug, don’t wait. Leitner Warywoda offers experienced legal guidance for pharmaceutical injury victims across New York City, the five boroughs, and Long Island. We’re here to help you understand your rights and pursue the justice you deserve. Contact us today for a free consultation.
From the first call to a resolution.
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A real conversation, free
You tell us what happened. We tell you honestly whether it looks like a case, what the deadlines are, and what we would need to see.
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We investigate before we file
Records, scene evidence, witnesses, and review by qualified experts. Most of what wins a case is gathered before a complaint is ever served.
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Litigation, built for trial
Depositions, motions and expert disclosure, prepared as though the case will be tried, because defendants offer their best number to firms that are ready to try it.
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Resolution, your decision
Settle or try it: that choice is yours, made with a clear picture of the offer, the risk and the timeline.
Frequently asked questions.
What kinds of injuries are linked to dangerous prescription drugs?
Injuries vary by medication, but the most serious reported harms include certain cancers, stroke and blood clots, heart attack and heart rhythm problems, liver or kidney damage, severe gastrointestinal complications, vision loss, birth defects, and dangerous allergic or skin reactions. Some harms appear quickly, while others surface only after years of use. If you developed a serious condition after taking a medication, note when symptoms began and tell your doctor about every drug you used, so a possible link is documented in your records.
What does it mean when a drug is recalled?
A drug recall means the manufacturer has removed or corrected a product, often at the request of or with oversight from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Recalls can be triggered by contamination, incorrect strength, mislabeling, or newly identified health risks. A recall is useful evidence that something may have been wrong, but it does not by itself prove that the drug caused your injury. Likewise, a drug does not have to be recalled for you to have a claim.
Can I bring a claim if my drug was never recalled?
Yes. Many dangerous drug claims involve medications that remain on the market. A drug can stay available while its warning label is inadequate, or while evidence builds that its risks were understated. New York law looks at whether the drug was defectively made, defectively designed, or sold without adequate warnings, not whether a regulator ordered a recall. FDA safety communications, label changes, and published studies can all be relevant even when no recall has occurred.
What should I do if I learn a drug I take has been linked to cancer?
Do not stop a prescribed medication on your own, since stopping some drugs abruptly can be dangerous. Talk to your prescribing doctor about the risk, alternatives, and whether screening makes sense for you. Keep any remaining pills and the original packaging, and ask your pharmacy for a printout of your fill history. If you have already been diagnosed, record the diagnosis date, because New York deadlines for latent injuries are generally measured from discovery of the injury.
Are over-the-counter drugs and supplements covered by product liability law?
Yes. Product liability law in New York applies to over-the-counter medications and dietary supplements as well as prescription drugs. One difference is warnings: for prescription drugs, the manufacturer's duty to warn generally runs to the prescribing doctor, while over-the-counter products must warn the consumer directly on the label. Supplements are regulated more loosely than drugs and are not approved by the FDA before sale, which can make contamination or undisclosed ingredients an important part of the investigation.