$10,000,000

Wrongful Termination

$6,700,000

Jury Verdict in Los Angeles County Superior Court for a $15/hr employee fired only because she was a pregnant Mexican woman who needed a handful of days off to give birth to her baby. Click here to learn more about this case.

$5,000,000

Construction Accident

$4,700,000

Hospital Employee Fired

$4,000,000

$4,000,000 Arbitration win for a sales associate at a major retail chain for workplace sexual assault. Click here to learn more about this case.

$3,400,000

Healthcare System

$3,320,000

Wrongful Termination

$3,451,220

Wrongful Termination

$3,000,000

Premises Liability Accident

$2,800,000

Class Action

$2,500,000

Traumatic Brain Injury

$1,500,000

Wrongful Termination

$1,500,000

Trip & Fall Accident

$1,475,000

Wrongful Termination

$1,403,697

Wrongful Termination

$1,325,000

$10.50 per hour fast food worker sexually harassed by manager who quit when nothing was done to stop it.

$1,250,000

$12.50/hr. temp. staffing agency worker fired after becoming pregnant.

$1,225,000

$1.225 million verdict for a rear-end car crash with $100 in property damage.

$1,100,000

$1.1 million for wrongful termination because of sick son.

$1,010,000

$1.01 million for a disabled worker who was wrongfully terminated by his employer.

$1,000,000

Settlement for a woman who required a neck surgery because of an injury on a property.

$1,000,000

5 year employee out on medical leave for about 2 years loses his job when he attempts to return to work from medical leave.

$1,000,000

$1 million settlement for Uber/Lyft/rideshare car crash.

$1,000,000

$1 million settlement for motorcycle crash victim suffering from a brain injury.

$934,000

For Wrongful Termination While on Medical Leave

$930,000

Settlement for Disability-Related Wrongful Termination

$850,000

Class action settlement for fast food employees deprived of full wages earned.

$825,000

Settlement for Pregnancy & Disability-Related Wrongful Termination

$775,000

For Employee Fired While on a Pregnancy-Related Leave of Absence

$765,000

5 month employee earning $12/hr fired for missing time for work related to a disability.

$750,000

Verdict for Premises Liability

$700,000

For Car Accident With a $45k Best Offer

$500,000

Settlement for Disability Related Wrongful Termination

$443,000

For Wrongful Termination Related to Medical Leave of Absence

$375,000

For Employee Not Allowed to Return to Work After Brief Medical Leave

$315,000

To Restaurant Employees for Off the Clock Work

$300,000

For Employee Fired for Having Permanent Disability

$300,000

For Missed Lunch Breaks and Termination Based on Eye Condition (Disability)

$300,000

For Permanently Disabled Employee

$285,000

For Sexual Harassment

$280,000

Settlement for Slip and Fall

$275,000

For Employee Not Permitted to Return to Work While Disabled

$250,000

Settlement for Injury at Apartment Complex

$210,000

For Employee Fired After Presenting Her Doctor’s Report Upon Returning From Medical Leave

$175,000

For Wrongful Termination of Disabled Worker

$160,000

To Restaurant Employees for Rest and Meal Break Violations

$160,000

For Employee on Pregnancy Leave

$150,000

For Landscaper Fired for Taking Time-off for Surgery

$150,000

For Employee Fired After Requesting Time Off to Nurse an Injury

$150,000

For Factory Worker Replaced While on Year Long Medical Leave of Absence

$135,000

For Employee Fired for Taking Pregnancy Leave

$135,000

For Wage & Hour Disputes

$135,000

For Employee Fired While on Extended Medical Leave

$125,000

Employee Not Allowed to Work With Disability

$120,000

For Overtime, Rest and Lunch Break Violations Against Client Who Worked as Dishwasher.

$105,000

For 59 Year Old Cook Fired for Age

$105,000

For Employee on Work Restrictions Fired for Having an Expired Work Permit

$100,000

For Parking Attendant Fired for Missing Work Because of His Diabetes

$100,000

For Employee Fired for Performance Issues While on Medical Leave

Pasadena Dangerous Drugs Lawyer

Medications enter the market with the promise of relief. For some patients, however, the result is the opposite. A prescription intended to manage symptoms can trigger severe complications that were not clearly disclosed. If a pharmaceutical product harmed you, our Pasadena dangerous drugs lawyer can evaluate whether the manufacturer or distributor may be legally accountable.

Dangerous drug litigation is not a routine injury claim. It focuses on how a medication was designed, tested, labeled, and marketed. Pharmaceutical companies defend these cases with substantial resources. Our personal injury attorneys respond with equal preparation, examining whether critical risk information was concealed, minimized, or inadequately disclosed in violation of statutory requirements governing drug labeling and safety.

Proving Liability in a Drug Injury Case

State product liability law permits claims based on design defects, manufacturing defects, or failure to warn. These cases often proceed under strict liability principles recognized in California’s statutory framework for defective products. This means you are not required to prove that a company acted carelessly in the traditional sense. Instead, you must demonstrate that the drug was defective and that the defect caused your injury.

In a dangerous drug claim, causation is often the most contested issue. Drug manufacturers may argue that your condition resulted from an underlying illness rather than the medication itself. Under these circumstances, our defective medication lawyers in Pasadena review prescribing records, dosage history, symptom onset, and diagnostic findings. We then use that evidence to draw a direct connection between the product and the harm suffered.

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WE HANDLE A WIDE RANGE OF PERSONAL INJURY CASES, INCLUDING:

BICYCLE ACCIDENT

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BIRTH INJURY

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BUS ACCIDENTS

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CAR ACCIDENTS

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CATASTROPHIC INJURY

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CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT

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DOG BITES

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MEDICAL MALPRACTICE

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MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS

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NURSING HOME ABUSE

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SEXUAL ABUSE

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What Are the Key Questions That Shape a Defective Drug Case?

In a pharmaceutical injury claim involving dangerous drugs, our Pasadena attorneys evaluate several factual and legal issues, including:

Whether the medication carried adequate warning labels consistent with California Health & Safety Code § 111330, which prohibits misbranded drugs
Whether safer alternative designs were available
Whether similar injuries prompted recalls or safety alerts
Whether regulatory submissions disclosed known risks

These factors help determine whether the product was reasonably safe when it left the manufacturer’s control. They also influence how the case is positioned in negotiation or litigation.

Regulatory Defenses and Manufacturer Accountability

Pharmaceutical defendants often rely on regulatory approval as a shield. This occurs because California Civil Code § 1714.45 provides limited protections when a drug has received FDA approval and includes warnings consistent with that approval.

However, that protection has limits. The statute does not apply if a manufacturer withheld material safety information or failed to update warnings after learning of new risks. Regulatory approval does not excuse concealment.

In many defective drug cases, the dispute centers on what the company knew and whether physicians and patients were fully informed. Our defective medication attorney in Pasadena evaluates post‑market safety reports, label revisions, and available scientific data to determine whether the statutory protection truly applies. This layer of analysis distinguishes pharmaceutical litigation from other product cases.

Evaluating the Impact of a Defective Medication

A dangerous medication can affect more than immediate health. It may alter your ability to work, require ongoing treatment, or permanently change daily function. State law permits recovery of economic and non‑economic damages when liability is established, including those recognized under California Civil Code § 1431.2.

Economic losses may include medical care, lost income, and reduced earning capacity. Non‑economic damages may address pain, emotional distress, and diminished quality of life. Proper evaluation of these damages often requires detailed documentation and, in many cases, expert support.

Drug manufacturers frequently attempt to narrow claims to isolated symptoms rather than long‑term consequences. Our Pasadena attorney structures each defective drug case around the full scope of harm, not a limited snapshot of early medical bills.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS A PERSONAL INJURY?

Personal injury cases are some of the most common civil litigation cases—also known as “tort actions” or “lawsuits”—in the United States. They are filed by individuals who have experienced bodily injury, pain and suffering, and sometimes property damage in an accident caused by a negligent third party. These claims can also be filed for intentional harm or defamation of character by a third party.

DO I NEED TO HIRE A PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY?

While you are not required to have an attorney to file a claim, having an attorney can make a significant difference in your claim. A personal injury attorney has a deep understanding of the claims process and can help you navigate the complexities of the law. Your attorney can also help you level the playing field with insurers and can tell you whether you are receiving the maximum compensation to which you are legally entitled.

I HAVE BEEN INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT – WHAT DO I DO NEXT?

If you have been injured in an accident that was no fault of your own, there are steps you should take to ensure you are compensated for costs related to the incident. Taking quick action after your accident can profoundly affect your personal injury claim or lawsuit. After being involved in an accident, you should: Seek medical attention for your injuries, even if symptoms are not immediately apparent. Keep a record of your injuries and note any complications that arise because of your injuries. Report the incident as soon as possible after it occurs. Record detailed descriptions and notes about the facts of the incident. Keep receipts of medication and medical care you received Contact an experienced personal injury attorney in Los Angeles who can help you navigate your claim.

WILL MY PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM GO TO TRIAL?

Not all personal injury claims make it to court. In fact, a majority of injury cases are settled without having to litigate. What’s the difference between a settlement and going to trial? What are the pros and cons of each? There are two ways in which compensation can be awarded to you for your claim: through a settlement or by going to trial. There are pros and cons to each. When your claim is settled, the compensation for your claim is decided outside of court, usually through negotiations between lawyers.

HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO FILE A PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM?

In California, you have two years to file a personal injury claim against an individual or non-government entity. If the injury is not immediately known, you have one year from the date the injury is discovered. If you’ve suffered injuries from an accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you should act quickly to ensure you are able to recover compensation for your losses.

Notifying Insurance Companies

You should notify your insurance company and the responsible party’s insurance company as soon as possible after your accident. Most insurance companies request that you file your claim within 24 – 48 hours after your accident. When you file a personal injury insurance claim, you are requesting that the at-fault party’s insurance pay for the losses you suffered as a result of your accident, and the compensation amount is determined during negotiations. Seeking Compensation You can get financial compensation in two ways: filing a personal injury insurance claim or filing a personal injury lawsuit. Generally, compensation can be sought for two types of damages: economic and non-economic. Economic damages are those with a measurable monetary value, such as medical expenses and lost wages. On the other hand, non-economic damages refer to losses that cannot be easily quantified, such as pain and suffering or emotional distress. It is important to understand the types of damages available in your case so that you can seek compensation for all of your related losses. Soon after your accident, contact a knowledgeable personal injury attorney in Los Angeles who can explain the time limits to you and help you get the compensation you deserve.

ARE THERE PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS NEAR ME?

Our firm is located in downtown Los Angeles. We can take all personal injury cases based in California.

Contact Our Dangerous Drugs Attorney in Pasadena for a Case Review

Defective medication cases require disciplined investigation and careful medical analysis. Any claim depends on its specific facts and medical evidence, and past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. At LNN, we emphasize serious injury litigation and position ourselves as a trial‑driven firm prepared to pursue accountability when corporations place consumers at risk.

If you believe a medication caused you significant harm, contact our Pasadena dangerous drugs attorney today for a confidential consultation.

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