How Much Compensation Can You Collect in a Medical Malpractice Claim After a Pharmacy Error?
When an individual becomes ill due to receiving the incorrect type or dose of medication from the pharmacy, it is possible that a pharmacist’s error may be to blame. Medication mistakes are alarmingly common and can carry significant risks. It is crucial for anyone affected by this type of error to understand the seriousness of their situation and to know they have the legal right to pursue compensation for all they have suffered as a result of the negligence of the liable party. This step is not only about addressing the immediate repercussions but also about ensuring the safety and well-being of patients in the future.
Hodges & Foty, LLP is a law firm in Texas helping clients who have suffered due to a pharmacy error. We understand that our clients place a high level of trust in the ability of medical professionals to safely provide them with the proper type or dosage of medications they need to improve and maintain their health. If you have any questions regarding your rights, you can contact our team at (713) 523-0001.
Determining the Compensation You Are Eligible to Recover After a Pharmacy Error
After you have suffered harm due to a pharmacy error, you have the right to pursue justice by filing a pharmacy error claim. When filing your claim, you may be wondering how much compensation you will be eligible to recover. While there is no set amount you should expect to recover for a pharmacy error case, when you work with one of our trusted pharmacy error lawyers, we will launch a full investigation into what occurred and help you calculate how much you may be eligible to recover based on the unique details of your case.
After suffering due to a pharmacy error, you may be eligible to collect the following damages:
- Medical expenses in the past and future
- Lost earnings
- Lost future income
- Pain and suffering and mental anguish
- Loss of consortium
- Loss of companionship
- Wrongful death
Your lawyer will work hard to ensure that you have a strong claim in order to collect the maximum possible amount in compensation for the injuries and losses you have suffered.
Proving Liability After a Pharmacy Error Caused Your Injuries and Losses
After you are injured due to a pharmacy error, you may be eligible to pursue compensation by filing a claim. However, you will need to prove the liability of the at-fault party first. Whether it is discovered the liability lies with the pharmacist, the pharmacy, or another party, your lawyer can help you prove liability in your case by proving the four factors of negligence.
The four factors of negligence are as follows:
- The liable party owed you a duty of care
- The duty of care was breached
- The breach of duty led to the pharmacy error and your subsequent injuries
- You suffered losses as a result
To begin building your pharmacy error claim, contact a trusted Texas lawyer today.
Get the Compensation You Are Owed After a Pharmacy Error With Hodges & Foty, LLP
Being injured as a result of a pharmacy error can be overwhelming to work through. If you have suffered because of a negative medication reaction caused by a pharmacy error, our lawyers will help you file a strong claim and pursue the compensation you are owed.
The attorneys at Hodges & Foty, LLP have over 40 years of combined experience helping clients who have suffered due to a pharmacy error. Attorneys David Hodges and Don Foty are each a part of the top 100 trial lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers Association and are a part of the 1% of personal injury lawyers in Texas who are board-certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. For a free evaluation to discuss your pharmacy error case, contact us here or call (713) 523-0001.
