Charleston Incorrect Dosage Lawyers

In an emergency care situation, all parties involved are under heightened levels of stress. But this does not excuse medical mistakes that occur under pressure. One error that is disturbingly common in this setting is the administration of an incorrect dosage of medication. Worse, these preventable missteps are frequently committed in non-emergencies as well. Illegible prescriptions, carelessness, and confused units of measurement are just some of the things that may result in a patient receiving an inaccurate dose. Regardless of the reason, the consequences are often extremely serious and in some instances prove deadly.

If you or your loved one has been injured by a doctor or nurse’s failure to observe the recommended dosing instructions, contact the Charleston incorrect dosage attorneys of the Steinberg Law Firm at 843-720-2800. You may be entitled to pursue legal action against a negligent health care professional or facility to obtain financial compensation.

A Small Mistake, A Huge Danger

Though the physical size and quantities of medication involved are small, the effects of an incorrect dose can be devastating. The threat depends on the type of medication being administered, the patient’s constitution, and the urgency of the treatment. Potential consequences may be:

• Organ and/or tissue damage
• Worsening condition due to an insufficient dose
• Death – especially when an overdose is given

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We can help you to hold a negligent caregiver accountable. Contact the Charleston incorrect dosage lawyers of the Steinberg Law Firm at 843-720-2800. The harm that you have endured could have been easily avoided, but in the interest of maximizing profits and at the expense of quality care, the hospital has devolved into a free-for-all and you got caught up in the middle. We will help you send a message that this reckless behavior is simply unacceptable.