Even with technology getting better, and with the use of electronic medical records and computers, medication errors are still happening. These types of medical errors often cause very serious or life-threatening injuries. A single wrong dosage can cause immediate death in the worst situations. If you or a loved one was injured due to a medication error caused by a physician, pharmacy, nurse or a hospital, our medical malpractice lawyer can help you.
Over Three Decades of Experience
Investigating the cause of a medication error or mistake can be complicated as there is a chain from the prescribing or ordering physician of the medication to the pharmacy filling the order as well as to the nurse who may have administered the medication. Prescribing the wrong dosage, filling the wrong dosage as well as improperly administering the medication are just some of the errors that may have occurred. That is why it is imperative that your attorney is experienced in handling medical negligence cases involving medication errors, as this is a difficult area of the law.
Fortunately, at the Law Offices of Steven I. Kastner, we have over 35 years of experience. our dedication and commitment to our clients has enabled us to help many medical malpractice victims over the years throughout California. Schedule your free initial consultation today to discuss your medication mistake case.
Seeking Full Compensation for Medication Error Victims
There are many ways a medication error can happen. If there is more than one negligent party, we will pursue all routes of compensation. A thorough analysis and investigation of your situation is the first step toward seeking maximum compensation on behalf of you or a loved one.
Here are just some of the ways medication mistakes can happen, leading to serious injuries or even death:
- Incorrect dosage prescribed, fulfilled or administered
- Wrong medication prescribed, fulfilled or administered
- Improper supervision of pharmacy technicians or nurses
- Wrong prescription filled or sent to the hospital or retail pharmacy
- Failure to properly identify a serious drug interaction
- Failure to get proper medication history of patient
No matter how your medication error happened, we will be there for you every step of the way toward justice.
Talk to Our Attorney Today in San Diego, California
We invite you to schedule an appointment at your earliest convenience. We can go over your medication injury case and then discuss your options. Call us today at 619-232-8822 or toll free at 619-232-8822. You can also reach us online.
