Fentanyl transdermal patches, also known by the brand name Duragesic, are skin patches that deliver an extremely potent narcotic to patients suffering from cancer or other causes of chronic and constant pain. As early as 1995 the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was investigating numerous cases of overdose and death from these patches.

Florida attorney Samuel Bearman has been following these investigations. From his office located on historic 12^th avenue in Pensacola, Mr. Bearman serves his Florida clients in cases of injury and wrongful death due to defective fentanyl patches.

In February 2007 around 32 million of the brand-name Duragesic patches were recalled by the manufacturer because of concerns about potentially lethal defects. This is just one of many recalls of fentanyl patch products since Duragesic came on the market.

Manufacturers who have been forced to recall their product include manufacturers Actavis, Johnson & Johnson, Sandoz, and Watson, yet the patches are still being sold and people are still dying. Manufacturers and even the FDA have made the claim that many deaths are due to patient or doctor error, but there is no argument that the potent narcotic is not dangerous.

Florida families who have lost a loved one to a fentanyl patch overdose should seek the advice of a lawyer. Mr. Bearman and his dedicated support staff can show you how your family could be compensated for their loss, and how legal action could possibly prevent similar tragedies in the future.

Many patients are not told just how dangerous the drug is.

Fentanyl is so powerful that it requires a black box warning label-the strongest warning the FDA provides for pharmaceuticals. Fentanyl is dispensed in miniscule doses and is only recommended for patients who have built up a tolerance to other opiates like morphine or oxycodone.

If you or a loved one has experienced serious health problems or died because of fentanyl patch overdose, you may have a case against the manufacturer.

Juries have already awarded millions of dollars in damages in fentanyl pain patch overdose cases. That sets a precedent that the drug companies can't ignore.

• If you live anywhere throughout the United States
• If you lost a loved one to an overdose from a fentanyl pain patch
• If you or your loved one experienced serious medical consequences from the use of a fentanyl patch

Call 438-1000 in Pensacola or 1-800-760-6065 throughout the rest of the country. Or you may complete our online contact form for a free consultation.

Mr. Bearman and his dedicated support staff will handle your fentanyl patch claim effectively and efficiently.

The Law Office of Samuel Bearman, L.C., is located in Pensacola and serves the following Florida counties, cities, and towns:

In Escambia County: Bellview, Brent, Brownsville, Century, Cantonment, Ensley, Gonzalez, Molino, Myrtle Grove, Pensacola, Perdido Key, Warrington, West Pensacola In Santa Rosa County: Avalon Beach, Bagdad, Gulf Breeze, Jay, Milton, Munson, Navarre, Pace In Okaloosa County: Baker, Cinco Bayou, Crestview, Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Laurel Hill, Mary Esther, Niceville, Shalimar, Valparaiso In Walton County: DeFuniak Springs, Freeport, Miramar Beach, Paxton, Point Washington, Redbay, Santa Rosa Beach In Holmes County: Bonifay, Esto, Noma, Ponce De Leon, Westville In Washington County: Caryville, Chipley, Ebro, Greenhead, New Hope, Sunny Hills, Vernon, Wausau In Bay County: Bayou George, Bear Creek, Callaway, Cedar Grove, Fountain, Hiland Park, Laguna Beach, Lynn Haven, Mexico Beach, Millville, Panama City, Panama City Beach, Parker, Rosemary Beach, Sand Hills, Sandy Creek, Southport, Springfield, West Bay, West Panama City Beach, Youngstown In Jackson County: Alford, Bascom, Campbelltown, Cottondale, Graceville, Grand Ridge, Greenwood, Jacob City, Malone, Marianna, Sneads

Additionally, Mr. Bearman can represent clients throughout the state of Florida including Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa, Daytona Beach, West Palm Beach, Miami, and other cities.