Recovering After A Hospital Medication Error
Medication errors are a serious form of medical malpractice. When healthcare providers at a hospital or healthcare facility such as an Ascension Health facility administer the wrong medication, an incorrect dose, or make other critical errors, patients can suffer severe harm. If a medication error at an Ascension Health facility has injured you or a loved one, you may be eligible for compensation. Attorneys such as our colleagues at Needle & Ellenberg, P.A. know how devastating the results of a hospital medication error can be, both physically and financially. Filing a claim can help you recover the compensation that you need to pursue healing and recovering to the fullest extent possible
Common Types Of Medication Errors
A medication error at an Ascension Health facility can happen at various stages:
- Prescribing Error: An Ascension Health doctor ordering the wrong drug or dose.
- Dispensing Error: Pharmacy staff at Ascension Health providing the wrong medication.
- Administration Error: An Ascension Health nurse giving medication to the wrong patient, wrong route, or wrong dose.
- Monitoring Error: Failure by Ascension Health staff to monitor for adverse effects.
- Documentation Error: Incorrect charting leading to errors by Ascension Health providers.
If you have been the victim of a medication error in a manner listed above or in some other way, contact an attorney as soon as possible to discuss your case and whether or not you have a claim.
Consequences Of Wrong Medication Errors
The impact of a medication error by Ascension Health staff can be catastrophic, including allergic reactions, organ damage, or wrongful death. Additionally, the financial consequences can be devastating. You should not have to bear the financial burden of a healthcare professional’s negligence. It is important to file a claim as soon as possible in order to give yourself the best possible chance of a successful claim.
Providing A Wrong Medication Claim
Proving a medication error claim requires meticulous investigation, strong evidence, and a comprehensive case. A hospital negligence lawyer will:
- Obtain and Scrutinize All Relevant Medical and Pharmacy Records from Ascension Health.
- Consult with Pharmacologists & Medical Experts to determine if standards were breached at Ascension Health.
- Establish a Direct Link between the error by Ascension Health staff and the harm.
- Aggressively Pursue Compensation by representing you in all negotiations with the insurance company or opposing party and, if necessary, taking your case to court.
Compensation for victims of a hospital medication error differs from case to case but typically includes payment for losses such as medical bills and expenses, rehabilitation and therapy, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.
Contact A Lawyer Today
If a medication error at an Ascension Health facility caused harm to you or a loved one, contact an attorney today. You do not have to go through this process alone. An experienced lawyer can help you pursue the justice and compensation that you deserve as you seek to recover after a medication error. Speak to an attorney to discuss your situation and determine if you have a case.