You Can Help a Fosamax Femur Fracture Lawyer by Gathering Key Evidence
While you should not consider taking legal action against Merck & Co. without the help of an experienced Fosamax femur fracture lawyer, there are a number of things you can do to help an attorney prepare an effective case. Certain evidence needs to be gathered in order to prove that your abnormal thigh bone break was caused by the osteoporosis drug Fosamax, and getting a jump on collecting it puts you one step closer to obtaining compensation for your injuries.
There are many factors that affect how successfully your lawyer is able to build a case against Merck. Some of them involve complex legal theories, but none will hold water without the proper evidence. Two of the things that have to be proven in a Fosamax femur fracture lawsuit are:
With regard to the second point, although it may seem obvious, you will need to prove that you were taking Fosamax in order to make the case that it caused your injury. And more specifically, you should be able to show that you were taking Fosamax for several years, as the evidence linking low-energy femur fractures to the drug has thus far observed the rare injuries predominately in long-terms users.
Taking a step back for a moment, before you obtain evidence of your Fosamax use, you need to prove first and foremost that you suffered the type of femur fracture that could entitle you to compensation. To accomplish this, it will be necessary to visit your doctor and undergo evaluation. An x-ray should be able to show whether or not your thigh bone has an atypical fracture, but your doctor may also run other tests to the same end. Regardless of the specific testing methods used, be sure to secure a copy of your medical records that you may share them with an attorney during a legal consultation.
While at the doctor, also find out whether he or she can provide access to your prescription history, which can be used to substantiate your Fosamax use. It's more likely, however, that you will need to contact the pharmacy or pharmacies where your drug prescriptions were filled. Some even allows you to view your prescription history online, and with the click of a button you could have an important piece of evidence in your femur fracture lawsuit.
The Rottenstein Law Group encourages you to contact us at any time if you think you suffered an abnormal leg break from Fosamax. It may be useful to speak with one of our knowledgeable attorneys before visiting the doctor so that you can be advised on what questions to ask and which tests to request. Just remember that the sooner you visit a doctor, the sooner you can be tested and obtain the evidence you need to hold Merck accountable for your injuries.
RLG's lawyers have a total of more than 25 years of experience defending the rights of clients who have suffered harm due to the negligence of powerful corporations like Merck & Co.
There are many factors that affect how successfully your lawyer is able to build a case against Merck. Some of them involve complex legal theories, but none will hold water without the proper evidence. Two of the things that have to be proven in a Fosamax femur fracture lawsuit are:
- You experienced a fracture of your thigh bone
- Fosamax caused the injury
With regard to the second point, although it may seem obvious, you will need to prove that you were taking Fosamax in order to make the case that it caused your injury. And more specifically, you should be able to show that you were taking Fosamax for several years, as the evidence linking low-energy femur fractures to the drug has thus far observed the rare injuries predominately in long-terms users.
Taking a step back for a moment, before you obtain evidence of your Fosamax use, you need to prove first and foremost that you suffered the type of femur fracture that could entitle you to compensation. To accomplish this, it will be necessary to visit your doctor and undergo evaluation. An x-ray should be able to show whether or not your thigh bone has an atypical fracture, but your doctor may also run other tests to the same end. Regardless of the specific testing methods used, be sure to secure a copy of your medical records that you may share them with an attorney during a legal consultation.
While at the doctor, also find out whether he or she can provide access to your prescription history, which can be used to substantiate your Fosamax use. It's more likely, however, that you will need to contact the pharmacy or pharmacies where your drug prescriptions were filled. Some even allows you to view your prescription history online, and with the click of a button you could have an important piece of evidence in your femur fracture lawsuit.
The Rottenstein Law Group encourages you to contact us at any time if you think you suffered an abnormal leg break from Fosamax. It may be useful to speak with one of our knowledgeable attorneys before visiting the doctor so that you can be advised on what questions to ask and which tests to request. Just remember that the sooner you visit a doctor, the sooner you can be tested and obtain the evidence you need to hold Merck accountable for your injuries.
RLG's lawyers have a total of more than 25 years of experience defending the rights of clients who have suffered harm due to the negligence of powerful corporations like Merck & Co.