Case Result

$32M

Product Liability

2006
Trial Verdict
Corpus Christi, TX

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Case Details

Jury found Vioxx was the cause of death for Leonel Garza, who suffered a lethal heart attack after being prescribed the drug for chronic arm pain. Merck failed to warn of the drug's risks.

Additional Notes

The amount will probably be reduced due to a state cap on punitive damages. The Texas Supreme Court overturned the judgment on other grounds.

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Corpus Christi, TX
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