Each day, millions of people rely upon prescription and over–the–counter medications to treat various medical conditions. This number has risen, and will continue to rise, as the Baby Boomer Generation ages. With this rise will come an increase in the number of people harmed or killed by pharmaceutical errors. Pharmaceutical medication errors occur when a healthcare provider is negligent in providing the proper medications to a patient. These errors can be a result of negligence on the part of a pharmacist, but also from mistakes made by nurses, physicians or other direct-care workers. In most instances, the injury or death occurs because when someone is given the wrong type of medication or the incorrect dosage.

Medical malpractice claims due to medication errors arise from the following negligence:

When a medication error occurs, the affects can be devastating to victims and their families. These errors can result in serious medical complications and may even cause death. It is important for victims to understand their rights in order to receive fair and reasonable compensation for their injuries or loss. 

If you believe that you or a loved one may have a medication error case in Illinois, please call us for a FREE consultation at 916-851-5909 or contact us online.