Clinical Trial Injuries

Information on Clinical Trial Injuries

Before any new drug or medical device can be marketed to the public, it must first go through clinical trials. These clinical trials involve research on humans. To protect these human subjects, the U.S. federal government has promulgated guidelines and regulations. Sadly, these federal guidelines and regulations for conducting clinical trials are not always followed, and the pressures of today’s research climate have increased the likelihood of a clinical trial injury.

The following pages provide information for those who are considering participating in a clinical trial and for those who have suffered a clinical trial injury:

Legal Representation for Clinical Trial Injury

If you or someone you love has been injured during a clinical trial, the lawyers at Pritzker | Ruohonen & Associates, P.A., are available for a free consultation. Senior Partner Fred Pritzker has 29 years of experience fighting for justice for people who have been harmed by others. In recognition of his successes and outstanding legal skills, he has been named a Super Lawyer and has been selected for inclusion in the 2005-2006 edition of The Best Lawyers in America.

We will listen to your story and help you understand your legal rights after a clinical trial injury. Please call us toll-free at 1-888-377-8900, email us at info@pritzkerlaw.com, or fill out our on-line free consultation form. Your information is kept strictly confidential.

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