Fosamax, manufactured by Merck Pharmaceuticals, is the subject of a Fosamax lawsuit brought about by Merck’s alleged mishandling of its warning labels pertaining to the drug. While Merck disclosed common and relatively mild side effects, it did not include other, more serious side effects such as spontaneous femur fractures currently suffered by those who had taken the prescription drug. A Fosamax lawsuit can help protect your rights.

Who is eligible for representation in a Fosamax lawsuit?

If you were prescribed Fosamax for the treatment or prevention of post menopausal osteoporosis, and are now suffering from a fracture of the femur, you may be eligible for inclusion in a Fosamax lawsuit. Fosamax lawsuits protect victims of Merck’s alleged mishandling of its medical warning labels as it pertains to femur fractures. You are especially at risk for this injury if you have taken Fosamax for more than five years or suffer from pre-existing conditions which can weaken general bone density. If you think you have been the victim of a Fosamax femur fracture, you may be eligible for legal compensation.

What can a Fosamax Lawsuit do for me?

Since a Fosamax lawsuit is designed to protect and preserve the rights of those victims who have suffered from femur fractures associated with the drug, victims who believe they have been harmed by taking Fosamax should consult with an attorney as soon as possible in order to be included in a Fosamax lawsuit. Due to statutes which may limit the time a victim has to preserve their rights in a Fosamax lawsuit, it is imperative that those who feel they have been harmed by this drug contact a Fosamax lawyer immediately to discuss their options. Although femur fractures may heal, a femur fracture is a serious injury which can pose ongoing, possibly even debilitating complications later on. A Fosamax lawsuit will not only make sure the victim’s rights are represented; it could also ensure any ongoing or future medical care is considered.

If you or a loved one has suffered an injury that may be related to the use of Fosamax, you should contact Chaffin Luhana LLP immediately for a free and confidential case review today. You may be entitled to compensation, and the lawyers at Chaffin Luhana can help. Call our toll free number today for a free, no-obligation case evaluation: 1-888-480-1123.