When you visit a doctor, fill a prescription, or spend time in a hospital, you trust the people caring for you to get it right. Most of the time, they do. But sometimes a wrong drug is prescribed, a dosage is miscalculated, or a pharmacist fills the wrong prescription entirely. These mistakes, called medication errors, can cause serious harm. If you were hurt by a medication error in 2026, you may have the right to hold the responsible party accountable. A Naperville medical malpractice attorney can help you understand your options.
What Is a Medication Error and When Does It Become Malpractice in Illinois?
A medication error happens when a drug is prescribed, filled, or given in a way that departs from accepted medical standards. A doctor might prescribe the wrong drug. A pharmacist might fill a prescription with the wrong medication or the wrong dose. A nurse might give a drug to the wrong patient in a hospital setting.