Does A Pharmacist Have A Duty to Warn of Drug Interactions?

A pharmacist has responsibility for the proper storage and preparation of prescription drugs. The pharmacist also has a duty to correctly dispense drugs. Most lawsuits arise with respect to the pharmacist's duty to dispense drugs properly.

Manufacturing and Design Defects

Products liability is an area of law that covers personal injuries and damage caused by defective products. A defective product is a product that causes injury or harm because there is a flaw in the product. Sometimes the design of the product makes it defective. Sometimes flaws in the manufacturing process cause a product to be defective. This article discusses manufacturing and design defects in products liability litigation.

What Is Being Done About Prozac and Other Pharmaceuticals in Drinking Water?

Prozac(r), with an active ingredient called fluoxetine, is one of a class of prescription medications known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). SSRIs are used to treat depression. They are one of the most heavily prescribed medications in the U.S. As a group, chemicals from drugs, cosmetics, toiletries, and veterinary drugs are referred to as PPCPs (pharmaceuticals and personal care products). This article discusses the health and environmental concerns related to PPCPs.

Learned Intermediary Doctrine and Oral Contraceptives

In 1985, the Massachusetts Supreme Court carved out an exception to the learned intermediary doctrine for oral contraceptives. The court held that the manufacturer of an oral contraceptive could not rely on warnings to doctors to satisfy its duty to warn

Recovery in Strict Products Liability for Product Damage Alone

Products liability is the area of the law that deals with injuries and property damage caused by defective products. A product is considered defective if it has a design or manufacturing flaw. If the product lacks proper instructions or lacks sufficient warnings about any dangers associated with its use, a product can also be considered defective. This article discusses recovery for defective products when the only damage was to the product itself. There were no personal injuries or damages to other property.