Wrongful Death in Montgomery County

Confidential Settlement

Sam C. had been struggling with depression and was under the care of a Montgomery County psychiatrist for over a year.

Sam was prescribed Cymbalta, a commonly used antidepressant, and had been taking it consistently.

One of the known dangers of suddenly stopping Cymbalta is suicidal thoughts, something Sam’s psychiatrist should have been well aware of.

Instead of following the standard medical practice of tapering the medication, the doctor ordered Sam to stop taking it cold turkey without any warning about the risks.

Three weeks after stopping the medication, Sam took his own life.

Sam’s family came to us seeking justice.

We took action, conducting extensive depositions and securing expert testimony.

The evidence made it clear: the doctor’s negligence was a direct cause of Sam’s death.

The doctor agreed to mediation just one month before the trial.

We were able to reach a confidential settlement after two mediation sessions that provided some sense of justice for the family.

If you or someone you know has lost a loved one due to medical negligence, it’s time to take a stand.

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