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effects to the public and medical professionals. They must disclose this information in the form of public announcements, labels, instructions, or boxed warnings. TESTS Pharmaceutical companies also have an obligation to rigorously test drugs and obtain Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval before releasing them to the public. Even after the FDA approves a new drug, the creator must abide by numerous warning requirements and promotional restrictions. If the company breaches any duties of care toward consumers, it could be liable for resultant injuries, illnesses, and patient deaths. CLAIMS Often, problems aren’t recognized until someone has already suffered an illness or injury. Patients who unknowingly took the drug and noticed physical or cognitive side effects may be able to file claims against the manufacturer. A claim against a pharmaceutical company could result in the full repayment of the damages you suffered, including medical costs, lost wages, surgeries, legal expenses, and pain and suffering. The negligent company could owe you and your family compensation for failing to disclose a known or foreseeable side effect. If you or someone you know took a drug without any warning of its potential risks and sustained an injury due to an undisclosed side effect, you may be eligible to file a product liability claim against the negligent pharmaceutical company. Call Dickerson Oxton Law Firm to schedule an appointment today. AND SOMETIMES NEGLIGENCE
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Did you know that January is National Oatmeal Month? If you tend to think of oatmeal as boring, this fun dessert- themed recipe just might change your mind. To go all out, top with a candle and a dollop of whipped cream. Birthday Cake Baked Oatmeal for One (Yes, Really)
• The impact the burns had on the victim • The amount of physical pain and suffering • Any permanent scarring, disfigurement, or disability • Loss of range of motion • The total cost of medical treatment • How long the victim is out of work • Whether the victim can return to their previous job • How the burn injury occurred • The actions of the defendant in causing the accident
INGREDIENTS
• 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats • 1 browning banana, mashed • 1/2 cup milk • 1/2 tsp cinnamon • 1 tsp baking powder • Splash of vanilla extract • 1 tsp brown sugar, honey, or maple syrup • 2 tsp sprinkles
A personal injury attorney may also break down your settlement into three main parts: general damages, specific damages, and punitive damages. • General damages — Compensation based on what a burn victim would reasonably suffer due to the nature of the injury, such as emotional distress, physical pain, and lost quality of life • Specific damages — Compensation based on what the victim has specifically endured because of the injury, including travel expenses, hospital bills, rehabilitation, and lost wages • Punitive damages — Compensation based on what a judge determines to be a defendant’s malicious intent to harm or disregard the plaintiff’s safety
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat your oven to 350 F and prepare a small oven-safe dish. 2. In a small bowl, combine all of the ingredients except the sprinkles. 3. Pour the oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish. 4. Bake for 25 minutes or until the oatmeal is golden brown. 5. Let the oatmeal cool slightly, top with sprinkles, and dig in!
A settlement may include one, two, or all three of these damage categories.
If you or a loved one have suffered from a burn injury, call the Dickerson Oxton Law Firm today. We can set up an appointment and discuss the best action to take.
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