Inpatient Care Malpractice
If you are admitted into the hospital, you may feel uncomfortable and worried because you are not in your home environment, surrounded by your belongings and with your family taking care of you. Hospital staff members are supposed to treat you with the utmost professionalism and humanity, but the practical demands of the job and a massive patient load may leave them unable to do so. This creates a volatile situation in which patients may be subjected to an increased risk of medical errors.
If you have suffered adverse health effects due to the negligence of a doctor, nurse, or other hospital employee then it might be in your best interest to seek financial compensation through a civil lawsuit against the responsible party or parties. Contact a Philadelphia personal injury attorney of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 215-238-1130 for a free consultation regarding your potential medical malpractice case.
Prescription Mistakes
When you have been hospitalized, it is probably that you feel unwell and possible that you might not be fully aware of everything that is going on around you. Doctors and nurses have to come in and check on your condition and administer any treatments or medication on a regular basis. They could administer medication in the form of:
- IVs
- Pills
- Liquids
It’s important for you to be aware of all medications that are given to you including the dosage and quantity over time, as prescription errors are among the most common causes of health complications for hospital patients. There are many other potential problems, including inadequate sanitization of the facilities, bedding, medical equipment, and much more.
Contact Us
If you or someone you love feels that they have been the victim of medical malpractice or negligence, contact an experienced Philadelphia personal injury attorney of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 215-238-1130, today. Our knowledgeable lawyers can answer questions specific to your case while providing a free initial consultation.