Tulsa Medication Error Lawyers
Standing Up for Victims of Dangerous Prescription Mistakes in Oklahoma
When you seek medical care in Tulsa, you trust doctors, pharmacists, and nurses to provide safe, accurate treatment. But when a medication error happens, that trust is shattered—and the consequences can be life-altering. At Van Wey, Metzler & Williams, we help patients in Tulsa and throughout Oklahoma pursue justice when prescription mistakes lead to serious harm or wrongful death.
What Is a Medication Error?
Medication errors occur when a healthcare provider makes a preventable mistake involving the prescribing, dispensing, or administering of drugs. These errors often result in severe injury, prolonged illness, or even death.
Common Types of Medication Errors:
- Wrong Dose – Too much or too little of a medication can cause dangerous effects or treatment failure.
- Wrong Medication – A mix-up in prescriptions or names can lead to a patient receiving the incorrect drug.
- Wrong Route of Administration – A drug given via the wrong method (e.g., orally instead of intravenously).
- Failure to Check for Interactions – Prescribing drugs that dangerously interact with a patient’s existing medications or medical conditions.
- Incorrect Patient or Timing – Administering the right medication to the wrong patient, or at the wrong time.
Even with advanced electronic systems in place, these errors remain disturbingly common. And in many cases, they could have been prevented with basic diligence and adherence to protocol.
Real-Life Consequences of Medication Mistakes
Prescription errors aren’t just statistics—they destroy lives. Consider the story of a Tulsa woman hospitalized for infection who was accidentally given 10 times the prescribed dose of antibiotics. She suffered kidney failure and now requires lifelong dialysis. Another Tulsa man experienced a fatal heart attack after his doctor prescribed a medication without checking for interactions with his existing prescriptions.
These are not rare occurrences. Each case highlights how devastating the impact of a momentary oversight can be.
How Do Medication Errors Happen in Tulsa Hospitals and Pharmacies?
Negligence by healthcare professionals is often the root cause of prescription errors. In Tulsa medical centers, clinics, and pharmacies, these errors can be traced back to:
- Inadequate training
- Communication failures among staff
- Overworked or distracted providers
- Poor documentation and charting
- Failure to follow hospital protocols
In some cases, pharmacy chains fill thousands of prescriptions daily without ensuring proper checks. A mislabeled bottle or a skipped allergy warning can change a patient's life forever.
Do I Have a Case for Medical Malpractice in Tulsa?
If you or a loved one suffered serious harm from a medication error, you may be entitled to compensation under Oklahoma law. For a successful claim, we must show:
- The healthcare provider failed to meet the standard of care.
- A medication error occurred (such as incorrect dosage or dangerous drug interaction).
- That error caused injury, illness, or death.
Our legal team works with leading medical experts to investigate the care you received and identify precisely where things went wrong.
What Compensation Is Available in a Tulsa Medication Error Lawsuit?
Victims of medication errors may be able to recover:
- Medical bills, including emergency and follow-up care
- Lost wages and diminished future earning potential
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Long-term care costs
- In wrongful death cases: funeral expenses and loss of companionship
If the error involved gross negligence or willful disregard for patient safety, punitive damages may also apply.
Why Choose Van Wey, Metzler & Williams?
We are not general personal injury lawyers. We are nationally recognized medical malpractice attorneys with deep experience in medication error cases.
- Proven Track Record – Millions recovered for clients in complex medical error claims
- Dedicated Medical Experts – We consult with specialists to build strong, evidence-based cases
- Personalized, Compassionate Representation – You are not a case number. You are a person we fight for.
- Experience in Oklahoma Law – We understand Tulsa court procedures and have local insight into medical systems
Act Quickly – Oklahoma Has a Strict Time Limit for Filing a Claim
In most cases, you only have two years from the date of the injury (or the date you discovered it) to file a medical malpractice claim in Oklahoma. If you miss this window, you could lose your right to compensation. If you believe you or someone you love has been harmed by a medication mistake, let us help you seek answers and justice.
