Chicago Pharmaceutical Malpractice Attorneys
Representing Illinois Victims of Pharmaceutical Malpractice
Pharmaceutical errors can result in a number of medical complications, from allergic reactions to dangerous drug interactions to delayed treatment of the underlying medical condition. At Cogan & Power, P.C., our Chicago pharmaceutical error attorneys have seen too often the dire consequences of medication errors.
We recently recovered $5.582 million for a young girl who suffered permanent brain injury as a result of an overdose of 3% sodium chloride and $3.7 Million for the surviving family of a 38-year-old woman who suffered liver failure from excessive doses of extra-strength Vicodin. In addition, we took steps to ensure that those errors would not recur.
We pride ourselves on providing small-firm personalized client attention and big-firm legal experience. We will take the time to listen to your concerns, carefully analyze any possible legal claims, and fully advise you of your legal rights so that you can make informed decisions.
To schedule a free consultation with one of our skilled Chicago pharmaceutical error lawyers today, call (312) 477-2500 or contact us online.
Medication Errors
Medication errors are one of the most common types of medical malpractice, with more than 1.5 million people injured each year as a result of errors made in prescribing, administering and monitoring prescription drugs and other medications, according to a study by the Institute of Medicine.
Not only do medication errors cause injuries and even death, but they also cost an estimated additional $3.5 billion in medical expenses each year.
Medication errors can involve:
- Prescription drugs
- Over-the-counter products
- Vitamins
- Herbal supplements
- And can also include contamination and compounding errors
Who Is Responsible for Medication Errors?
Medication errors can occur at any stage of a patient’s medical treatment and can be committed by a variety of medical professionals, including:
- A doctor or nurse practitioner prescribing the wrong medication
- Pharmacists filling a prescription with the wrong medication
- Doctors or nurses making errors while administering the drug
- Doctors and nurses failing to monitor the patient’s response to the medication
Drug Interactions
Drug interactions are another type of pharmaceutical error that can cause serious medical complications. If a doctor fails to ask what other drugs a patient is taking or fails to document all other medications, medical malpractice may be involved.
Drug interactions can also occur as a result of:
- Diagnostic errors
- The failure to prescribe the correct medication
- Or the failure to fill the prescription correctly
Hear From Our Happy Clients
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"Beyond thankful for what your firm has done for us"My family is so thankful for all of the hard work that attorneys John Power, Tom Murphy and James Edwards, who along with the support of Greg Marshall and Nancy O’Donnell have done for us.- Mark
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"Excellent Attorneys and even better Humans!"John Power and Tom Murphy are excellent attorneys and even better human beings. Both were there every step of the way guiding us through a very difficult and traumatic process. The hard work and dedication of John, Tom, and the entire Cogan and Power team, make it easier for us to heal and hope for better days. We are forever grateful for the outcome.- Anita Davis
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"The outcome of my case has forever changed my life. Sara is a smiling face that has a lioness’s toughness that works hard for her clients!"Sara Davis truly made my traumatic experience so much easier to deal with. She communicated with me throughout my case to ensure I was up to speed and provided me the next steps to come. Sara was extremely personable, informative and well prepared! She never made me feel as if she was too busy to answer my calls. The outcome of my case has forever changed my life. Sara is a smiling face that has a lioness’s toughness that works hard for her clients! Thanks Sara and team for enhancing my life with the outcome of my case!- Lakitsha L.
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"Great communication, quick responses, informed every step of the way. 10/10."
Great communication, quick responses, informed every step of the way. 10/10.
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"I had highly recommend Sara Davis and Cogan and Power. Sara goes over and beyond for her clients."I had highly recommend Sara Davis and Cogan and Power. Sara goes over and beyond for her clients.- Adrian P.
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"Best lawyers. They really look out for you and your family."Best lawyers. They really look out for you and your family.- Marty J.
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"I cannot recommend Cogan and Power highly enough."Cogan and Power is without parallel. I cannot recommend Cogan and Power highly enough.- Laura T.
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"I can not speak highly enough"
I can not speak highly enough for the experience I have received from Cogan & Power Attorneys at Law. I was introduced to John Power through a mural friend. I was impressed from the very first phone call with John Power to us meeting through the pandemic. His professionalism and his medical knowledge is unbelievable… I have to say from that day moving forward John Power, Sara Davis and Kim Stefanek all put me at ease. My cases lasted just about 3 years and I was notified every step of the way on what was going forward and keeping me in the loop. John and Sara made sure that I was ready and comfortable for my Deposition, they made sure every stone was unturned! Kim Stefanek is one of their paralegals and she is awesome. I can go and I highly recommend Cogan & Power for your legal issues. John Power & Sara Davis are amazing attorneys and exceptional, caring, compassionate people!!
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What Sets Us Apart From The Rest?
Cogan & Power is here to help you get the results you need with a team you can trust.
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Collaborative Approach to Legal Representation
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Invested in Your Overall Well-Being
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If You Can't Come to Us, We Will Come To You
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You'll Communicate Directly With Our Partners
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Record-Setting Achievements Recovering Millions for Our Clients
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Nearly 200 Years of Combined Experience