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Medication and Pharmacy Errors: A Growing Healthcare Crisis in America

Every day in America, more than 3,500 people are injured or killed because of medication and pharmacy errors, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. That adds up to more than one million people harmed each year.

As the drug industry thrives and new pharmacies open in virtually every big box store, these preventable errors have become a tragic fact of life in the healthcare industry. In one recent study, researchers analyzed nearly 10,000 prescriptions filled at a large pharmacy in New Jersey. They found mistakes were made in 1 out of every 8 prescriptions, ranging from bottles containing the wrong drugs to labeling errors.

It’s a problem that continues to grow, as more Americans than ever are taking prescription medications. The elderly, who are more likely to take multiple drugs, are at particularly high risk.

Medication and pharmacy error cases require the best and most experienced lawyers

Healthcare professionals have a legal obligation to make sure you receive the correct medications, at the correct dosage, and with the correct instructions. Medication mistakes can happen in a variety of settings, including pharmacies, hospitals, outpatient clinics, and more. Berman & Simmons is widely recognized as the best personal injury lawyers in Maine and among the best in the U.S. We have obtained several of the largest medical malpractice jury verdicts in Maine history, and many of the largest settlements for our clients. Our attorneys are extremely knowledgeable about medical issues and skilled at proving fault, documenting the extent of your losses, and ensuring that your family receives full compensation. We have recovered $1.45 billion for our injured clients. No other law firm in Maine can match the depth of our expertise and the resources we use to bring these complex cases to a successful conclusion. These personal injury cases fall under the category of product liability: the responsibility of corporations, distributors, and manufacturers of pharmaceutical drugs to foresee and test for potential risks and deliver safe products to the market.

Medication and Pharmacy Error Tips and Tools: What should I do if I have been given the wrong medication?

Always ask questions if something seems unusual. If the drug name, pill appearance, or instructions differ from what you expected, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately. Keep all bottles and paperwork from the prescription process for reference.

If you suspect you’ve received the wrong medication, take it to the pharmacy for verification. If you experience unexpected side effects, stop taking the medication and seek advice from your doctor or visit a hospital without delay.

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Berman & Simmons is widely recognized as the best personal injury lawyers in Maine and among the best in the U.S., having won many of the largest jury verdicts and settlements ever obtained for injured people in Maine.

Our trial lawyers have won thousands of claims on behalf of those injured in a pharmacy error, and each year we build on that successful track record.

Our attorneys and staff members will take the time to listen to you, work to understand your concerns, and come up with solutions that can make your life better, including obtaining payment for or deferral of your debts until your case is resolved. We help you recover and make sure you receive full compensation for your injuries and loss.

Medication and Pharmacy Error Tips and Tools: What should I do if I have been given the wrong medication?

Always ask questions if something seems unusual. If the drug name, pill appearance, or instructions differ from what you expected, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately. Keep all bottles and paperwork from the prescription process for reference.

If you suspect you’ve received the wrong medication, take it to the pharmacy for verification. If you experience unexpected side effects, stop taking the medication and seek advice from your doctor or visit a hospital without delay.

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