The step grandfather of our client was admitted to the hospital for dehydration. He was given fluids and recovered. On the night prior to his discharge from the hospital, a heart medication intended for another patient was erroneously given to him causing cardiac arrest. The gentleman suffered anoxic injury to his brain, was declared brain dead and died. The grandchildren, who were the only surviving heirs, all lived out of state but had close emotional ties to their grandfather.
Result: Case settled for an amount in excess of the MICRA limit of $250,000.
Plaintiff, a 50-year-old woman, was prescribed a hormone replacement by her physician. The pharmacy misread the prescription and supplied Haldol, a drug intended for treatment of schizophrenia. Plaintiff used the prescription for nine months until she developed rhythmical involuntary movements of her tongue, face, mouth and jaw. She was diagnosed with tardive dyskinesia and it was discovered the medication had been erroneously filled by the pharmacy.
Result: Case settled for a confidential amount and a provision for continued neurologic care for the duration of her symptoms.
Oakland Prescription Medication Injury Lawyers
The attorneys of Gwilliam, Ivary, Chiosso, Cavalli & Brewer have been helping victims of prescription medication errors in Oakland, the Bay Area, Northern California and beyond since 1978. Our dedication, meticulous preparation and trial skills have enabled us to secure compensation for many of our clients who were harmed by hospital error or pharmaceutical malpractice.
Contact an Oakland prescription medication injury attorney at our firm to discuss your claim. In a free initial consultation, our medical malpractice lawyers in Northern California will help you explore all of your legal options.
Helping Clients Build Prescription Errors Lawsuits
Attorneys at our firm have successfully helped clients secure compensation for their prescription medication error claims, including:
- Hospital errors: If you or a loved one was given incorrect medication while in the emergency room or while recovering in the hospital, our Oakland, California, prescription malpractice lawyers can help you bring a claim for damages.
- Pharmacy negligence: If a pharmacist misread your prescription or gave you an incorrect dosage, we will work to hold him or her accountable for the mistake.
- Prescription mistakes: We help clients who have suffered injuries as a result of medical malpractice, such as a doctor prescribing the incorrect medication or dosage.
A Legal Team Working for You
In each prescription injury case, we assign a legal team to assist you. This includes one of the firm's partners -- who will have 25 to 40 years of trial experience -- a paralegal and a secretary. This team will be ready to respond to your concerns and help you build your case.
Contact Our Prescription Malpractice Attorneys
Whether you are in Berkeley, Pleasanton, Walnut Creek or San Ramon, contact our East Bay law firm to set up a free consultation. Our California prescription malpractice lawyers will work to answer your questions and fight for the compensation you deserve.