Common Causes of Medication Errors in Kentucky

If you have been the victim of receiving the wrong medication and suffered injuries as a result, you may be able to file a Kentucky medical malpractice claim. When a doctor or nurse is medically negligent and prescribes or administers the wrong medication, it could lead to serious consequences.

With the help of a Louisville medical malpractice attorney, you can determine who may be held legally liable for your injuries, and what types of damages may be recoverable through a Kentucky medical malpractice claim.

Some of the problems causing an individual to receive the wrong medication in Kentucky include: 

• pharmacy error;
• illegible prescription;
• misdiagnosis;
• medication has similar name to another;
• patient mix-up;
• incorrect dosage;
• adverse reaction; and
• not taking age/weight into consideration.  

Medication errors such as these can be serious and even fatal. The risk of injury is substantial when an individual is given the wrong medication. This type of medical negligence may lead an individual to pursue a Kentucky medical malpractice claim to recover damages to treat the new injuries caused by the medication error.

When you are the victim of medical malpractice as a result of being given the wrong medication, you should immediately consult with a Louisville medical malpractice attorney. An attorney can advise you on what your next step should be and how you can protect your legal rights.  

Contacting a Louisville Medical Malpractice Attorney

A Louisville medical malpractice attorney at Gray and White Law can help you handle every aspect of your Kentucky medical malpractice claim. If you've been injured in Kentucky, contact us today for a free evaluation of your case - 1-800-634-8767 or 502-210- 8942.