Medication or Prescription Error
If you’ve been harmed by a medication or prescription mistake, you’re not alone. Many patients find themselves in a similar situation, and we can help you pursue medication error claims or prescription error claims to seek the compensation you deserve. These types of errors happen more often than they should, but with the right legal support, you can hold the responsible parties accountable.
How Common Are Claims Arising from Incorrect Medication or Prescriptions?
According to the NHS Resolution Annual Report 2023-2024, prescription and medication errors account for a substantial proportion of clinical negligence cases, with thousands of incidents reported each year. While not all lead to serious harm, when they do, the consequences can be life-changing.
Medication and prescription errors can take many forms, and many can have serious consequences for your health. Some of the most common mistakes include:
- Being prescribed the wrong medication
- Being given the wrong dosage
- Allergic reactions when your medical history wasn’t properly checked
- Incorrect instructions
- Delays in receiving medication
- Drug interactions
- Pharmacy errors
No matter how the mistake happened, if it has caused you injury or worsened your condition, you may have a good claim for compensation through medication error claims or prescription error claims.
Starting a claim might feel overwhelming, especially when you’re dealing with the effects of a medication error, but The Medical Law Partnership Solicitors is here to guide you every step of the way.
The first thing you should do is contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation. During this initial discussion, we’ll listen carefully to what happened and assess whether you have grounds for a claim. If your case proceeds, our specialist solicitors will handle everything for you, gathering medical records, consulting independent experts to confirm negligence, and building a strong case to prove the harm you’ve suffered was avoidable. You won’t have to worry about the legal complexities; our team will keep you informed and supported throughout the entire process.
The amount of compensation you may receive depends on the severity of the harm caused and how it has impacted your life. Compensation in medication error claims or prescription error claims can cover several areas, including:
- Pain and suffering – for physical discomfort and emotional distress caused by the error
- Additional medical treatment – costs for corrective procedures or treatments you’ve needed
- Lost earnings – if you’ve been unable to work during your recovery
- Future care costs – for ongoing support if your injury requires long-term care
- Life-changing consequences – such as permanent disability, where compensation reflects significant impacts on your daily life and independence
The Medical Law Partnership will work hard to ensure you receive a settlement that fully addresses the physical, emotional, and financial consequences of the negligence.
Every case is different, so the time it takes to resolve your claim will depend on its complexity and whether the NHS or another defendant admits fault early on. Some straightforward cases settle within two and four years, while more complex claims, particularly those involving severe harm, can take longer. The Medical Law Partnership Solicitors will always aim to resolve your case as quickly as possible while ensuring you get the full compensation you deserve. We’ll keep you updated at every stage, so you’re never left wondering what’s happening with your claim.
Contact us today. If you’ve been affected by a medication or prescription error, we can help you seek justice and the support you need to move forward.
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