To legitimately claim malpractice against a pharmacist he or she must have acted in a grossly negligent manner.
Prescription medications save lives by curing illnesses, treating chronic conditions, and supporting life. When a pharmacy error causes serious harm or death, loved ones often wonder if they’re entitled to file a lawsuit to seek financial compensation.
Florida’s medical malpractice statute does not designate pharmacists as practitioners like it does for doctors and nurses meaning they have a different set of state rules and duties. Florida’s courts have held pharmacies responsible for damages related to:
To legitimately claim malpractice against a pharmacist he or she must have acted in a grossly negligent manner. A personal injury attorney specializing in pharmacy mistake injuries in Stuart FL can help determine if you have a case that meets the legal threshold.
Under Florida law, pharmacists owe their customers “a duty to possess and exercise” a reasonable degree of skill, knowledge, and care. Fortunately, today’s technology has provided greater safeguards at the pharmacy but risks still exist and mistakes still occur.
If you believe you or a loved one have a pharmacy malpractice claim, our Stuart FL firm is here to help. Contact the Law Office of Gloria Seidule today for a free consultation.
The Law Office of Gloria Seidule
The Law Office of Gloria Seidule in Stuart, Florida represents clients in personal injury, auto accidents, medical malpractice, hospital infections, slip and fall and child injury cases in South Florida. Martin County, St. Lucie County, Stuart, Port Saint Lucie, Fort Pierce, Palm City and Jensen Beach. Schedule a free consultation 772-287-1220 for any personal injury, medical malpractice or auto accident case.
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