Q: I wanted to know if I have a case to sue the makers of vicodin and percocet. I started getting them
When I was 14 I'm 39 now. The pills ruined my life. I lost my kids, relationships, my home, and family.
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It sounds like you’ve been through a lot, and your situation is heartbreaking. The issue with prescription medications like Vicodin and Percocet is that they can be highly addictive, especially when prescribed at a young age. Many people have filed lawsuits against drug manufacturers, claiming they weren’t adequately warned about the risks of addiction. You may have a case if you can prove that the drug companies acted negligently or misrepresented the risks associated with their medications.
Your case could also hinge on whether the doctors who prescribed the medications followed the proper protocols in managing your pain and monitoring your use. If there was misconduct or a lack of oversight, that could be relevant in your situation. If other people or groups have already successfully sued for similar reasons, that could also support your case.
If you’re considering legal action, gathering medical records, prescription histories, and any other evidence will be crucial to establishing what happened. You could explore talking to someone with legal expertise in this area to evaluate your options and see if it makes sense to move forward with a lawsuit. Your past doesn’t define your future, and there are ways to seek justice and healing.
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