Judge Tells Maker of Pradaxa that Bleeding Lawsuits Will Stand
We are pleased to report that a federal judge recently dendied efforts by the maker of Pradaxa to dismiss personal injury claims. Pradaxa has been a popular medication for blood thinning used for people with abnormal heart rhythms. Unfortuantly, we believe the drug had serious side effects. We have serveral Tennessee Pradaxa Lawsuits involving clients that suffered internal bleeding and other side effects.
Beginning in December of 2011 however, the Food and Drug Administration issued a warning to patients following an investigation of medication after receiving more reports of injury or deaths as a result of taking Pradaxa. Lawyers across the country are expecting five hundred Pradaxa related lawsuits will be filed.
On July 25, 2012, the judge overseeing current claims that have been filed denied an attempt by the maker of Pradaxa to dismiss the bleeding lawsuits.
ennessee residents and people all over the United States have been seriously affected by the medication Pradaxa. If you or someone you love has been seriously injured or even died while taking Pradaxa, then we encourage you to contact one of our caring and knowledgeable Nashville Pradaxa attorneys immediately. We care about our clients and will hear your case and make sure you receive the compensation you are entitled to for your injuries.
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Author Bio
Jim Higgins, founder of the Higgins Firm, is a seasoned personal injury attorney with deep roots in Nashville, Tennessee. A 4th generation Nashvillian, Jim carries on the legal legacy of his father, a judge for over 30 years. After graduating from the University of Memphis School of Law, Jim’s career began on the other side of the courtroom, defending insurance companies and learning their tactics for minimizing settlements. However, he soon realized his true calling was fighting for the rights of the injured, and for the past several years, he has exclusively represented plaintiffs in personal injury cases.
Since then, his dedication and skill have earned him membership in the prestigious Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an organization limited to attorneys who have secured million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for their clients. Licensed to practice in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Georgia, Jim focuses on personal injury, product liability, medical malpractice, and workers’ compensation cases. His exceptional work has been recognized by his peers, earning him a spot on the Super Lawyers list from 2021 to 2024, a distinction awarded to only a select group of accomplished attorneys in each state.
