Medication Error Attorneys at Lowe Trial Lawyers
Proudly Serving Those Who Have Been Neglected at a Nursing Home in Ohio
Medication errors in nursing homes can have devastating—and entirely preventable—consequences. From overmedication to missed doses or administering the wrong drug entirely, these errors can lead to serious injury, rapid health decline, or even death. Families place their trust in nursing homes to manage their loved one’s medications safely and responsibly. When that trust is broken, the results are heartbreaking.
Common Types of Medication Errors in Nursing Homes
Medication errors can happen in many ways—often due to preventable mistakes by overworked or undertrained staff. These include:
- Wrong medication – Administering a drug not prescribed for the resident
- Wrong dose – Giving too much or too little of a prescribed medication
- Missed doses – Failing to administer medication on schedule
- Improper administration – Crushing time-release pills, skipping food requirements, or giving medication the wrong way (e.g., orally instead of intravenously)
- Mixing incompatible medications – Causing harmful drug interactions
- Failure to monitor – Not observing side effects, toxicity, or effectiveness
- Incorrect documentation – Leading to repeat errors or confusion among care providers
Warning Signs of Medication Errors
Families should stay alert to the following signs, which may suggest your loved one has been harmed by a medication error:
- Sudden or unexplained changes in behavior or mood
- Unusual fatigue or lethargy
- Increased confusion or disorientation
- Unsteady movements or frequent falls
- New or worsening medical symptoms
- Difficulty breathing or signs of an allergic reaction
- Hospitalization without a clear explanation
At Lowe Trial Lawyers, we are committed to holding negligent facilities accountable. Our medication error attorneys understand how these mistakes happen—whether due to understaffing, poor training, lack of communication, or reckless care—and we fight to ensure victims and their families receive justice and fair compensation.
You can count on our team to assess your case with care, diligence, and compassion, guiding you through every step of the legal process. If your loved one has suffered due to a medication error in a nursing home, contact us today. We’re here to help you uncover the truth and protect those who cannot protect themselves.
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How to Get Help
Lowe Trial Lawyers carefully analyze each individual case to provide the best options and solutions. If your loved one has suffered from nursing home abuse, don’t hesitate to schedule a free consultation.
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