Madison Dangerous Drug & Defective Medical Device Injury Attorneys
Holding Drug Companies and Medical Device Manufacturers Accountable for Harm
Prescription drugs and medical devices are meant to heal, not harm. But when pharmaceutical companies and medical device manufacturers rush products to market without proper testing—or fail to warn about serious risks—patients can suffer devastating consequences. These cases aren’t just about individual negligence; they’re about corporate decisions that prioritize profits over people.
At Whitfield Crosby & Flynn, our Madisonville drug and medical device injury lawyers stand up for patients harmed by dangerous drugs and defective medical devices. Our firm has the experience, resources, and trial skills needed to take on major pharmaceutical companies and fight for justice on behalf of the injured. If you or a loved one suffered serious harm from a drug or device that was supposed to help, we want to hear your story.
When Medications and Medical Devices Do More Harm Than Good
Pharmaceutical and medical device companies are legally and ethically obligated to ensure that their products are safe for patients and that any known risks are clearly disclosed. But time and again, these corporations have been caught concealing dangers, minimizing side effects, and putting defective products in the hands of doctors and patients.
Some products are pulled from the market only after causing widespread harm. Others remain in use for years despite known safety issues.
Common drug and device defects include:
- Dangerous side effects not properly disclosed
- Manufacturing defects that make a product unsafe
- Design flaws that make injury likely even when used correctly
- Improper marketing or off-label promotion
- Failure to issue adequate warnings or instructions
These failures can result in life-threatening complications, permanent injuries, or even death.
Examples of Dangerous Drugs and Devices
Many different drugs and devices have been linked to serious injuries or death. Some of the most common types of products involved in litigation include:
- Prescription medications such as blood thinners, diabetes drugs, antidepressants, and opioids that cause undisclosed complications like internal bleeding, birth defects, or dependency.
- Medical devices including hip implants, surgical mesh, hernia mesh, IVC filters, pacemakers, insulin pumps, and other implantable devices that fail, migrate through the body, break, or cause infection.
- Over-the-counter products that are contaminated, improperly labeled, or marketed for unapproved uses.
These claims often involve complex science, regulatory violations, and corporate cover-ups. Many such cases are litigated in multidistrict litigation (MDL) or class action lawsuits, but Madisonville residents can and should have local representation to make sure their voices are heard and their individual damages are fully addressed.
What Makes Drug and Device Injury Cases Different?
Unlike typical personal injury claims involving a car accident or slip and fall, drug and device cases are often brought under product liability law. That means you may not need to prove a specific act of negligence by a doctor, pharmacist, or nurse—although in some cases, medical malpractice may also be involved.
Instead, liability can rest with the manufacturer, distributor, or marketer of the product.
Under Kentucky law, injured consumers can bring claims based on design defects (the product is inherently dangerous even when made correctly), manufacturing defects (something went wrong during production, making a batch or unit unsafe), and failure to warn (the manufacturer knew or should have known about risks and failed to provide proper warnings).
If a drug or device was unreasonably dangerous or defective, and that defect caused harm, the company that made or sold it can be held legally responsible.
What Compensation Is Available in Drug or Device Injury Claims?
If you were harmed by a dangerous medication or defective medical device, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, including surgery, hospitalization, and ongoing treatment, as well as lost wages and reduced earning capacity. You should also be entitled to damages for harm such as your pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, or permanent disability or disfigurement. Families can recover wrongful death damages if a loved one died due to a defective drug or device.
Unlike traditional medical malpractice claims, these cases often involve large-scale litigation with dozens or hundreds of similar victims. But your injuries and your losses are unique. Our firm makes sure your individual harm is fully documented and vigorously pursued.
How Do These Cases Get Litigated?
Drug and device injury claims are often consolidated into mass torts or multidistrict litigation (MDL) when hundreds or thousands of plaintiffs across the country are hurt by the same product. These are not class actions—each plaintiff still has an individual case and must prove personal injury, but evidence is shared across similar claims.
Whitfield Crosby & Flynn evaluates every case on its own merit. We work with national experts, including pharmacologists, toxicologists, and FDA regulatory consultants, to build strong, trial-ready claims. Whether your case is litigated in state court, federal MDL, or a global settlement context, we are prepared to advocate for the maximum compensation available.
Why Choose Whitfield Crosby & Flynn After a Drug or Medical Device Injury in Madisonville?
We are not a high-volume settlement firm. We are a litigation firm. That means we don’t take shortcuts—and we don’t back down from a fight. Whether the case involves a single injury or is part of national litigation, we pursue the case as though it’s going to trial.
Our team combines deep experience in product liability law with a commitment to client care. We work directly with the individuals and families we represent, answering questions, managing complex legal processes, and ensuring every voice is heard.
When billion-dollar corporations harm people through negligence or greed, we believe they should be held accountable in a courtroom—not just in a press release.
Deadlines to File a Claim
In Kentucky, the statute of limitations for product liability claims—including those involving drugs and medical devices—is generally one year from the date the injury was discovered or reasonably should have been discovered. However, figuring out when the clock starts running in a pharmaceutical injury case can be tricky.
If you’ve been harmed by a drug or medical device, don’t wait. Contact an attorney as soon as possible to preserve your rights and explore your legal options.
Talk to Our Madisonville Drug and Medical Device Injury Lawyers Today
Drug companies have armies of lawyers and a history of putting profits before people. But when their products cause real harm, patients and families have the right to fight back—and we’re here to help.
If you or a loved one has been seriously harmed by a prescription drug or medical device in Madisonville, call Whitfield Crosby & Flynn today. We offer free consultations, and you pay nothing until we win compensation for you.