Top Bayside, NY Pradaxa Lawyers Near You

Have You Been Harmed by Pradaxa?

Pradaxa is prescribed to patients who have a common type of heart rhythm abnormality termed AF (non-valvular atrial fibrillation) to reduce the risk of stroke and blood clotting. However, Pradaxa has been linked to excessive bleeding that can be fatal.

Potental Pradaxa Legal Action

You may have a case against the drug maker or distributors if you have taken Pradaxa and suffered one or more of its side effects, including sever or uncontrollable bleeding, coughing up blood, blood clots, and unusual bleeding from the gums. An attorney experienced in Pradaxa lawsuits and the pharmaceutical industry can determine if your situation warrants legal action.

How an Attorney Can Help

An attorney can often resolve your particular legal issue faster and better than trying to do it alone. A lawyer can help you navigate the legal system, while avoiding costly mistakes or procedural errors. You should seek out an attorney whose practice focuses on the area of law most relevant to your issue.

How to Prepare for Your Initial Consultation

Prepare for your consultation by writing down notes of your understanding of the case, jot down questions and concerns for the attorney, and gather your documents. Remember that you are trying to get a sense of whether the attorney has your trust and can help you address your legal issues. Questions should include how the attorney intends to resolve your issue, how many years he/she has been practicing law and specifically practicing in your area, as well as how many cases similar to yours the attorney has handled. It can also be helpful to broach the subject of fees so that you understand the likely cost and structure of your representation by a specific attorney and/or legal team.

How will an attorney charge me?

A reputable attorney will be very upfront about how he/she will charge you. The three most common fee structures that attorneys use to charge for their services are:

• Bill by the hour
• Contingent fee agreement
• Flat fee agreement

Depending on your specific legal situation, it’s possible that only one type of fee structure is available. For instance, criminal defense attorneys almost always bill by the hour. In a flat fee arrangement, an attorney accepts a one-time payment to help you resolve your issue. With a contingent fee agreement, the client pays little to nothing upfront and the attorney receives a percentage of the money recovered if you win your case.

Common legal terms explained

Affidavit – A sworn written statement made under oath. An affidavit is meant to be a supporting document to the court assisting in the verification of certain facts. An affidavit may or may not require notarization.