Prescription errors can cause serious harm—sometimes permanent. From being given the wrong medication to receiving the wrong dosage, these mistakes can result in severe side effects, long-term health problems, or even life-changing injuries.
At Aston Knight Solicitors, we specialise in prescription error claims, representing clients across the UK who have suffered due to negligent prescribing or failures in medical care. If you or a loved one has been affected, we are here to help you secure justice and compensation.
Common Types of Prescription Error Claims
We act for clients in a wide range of medication error cases, including:
- Being prescribed the wrong medication
- Incorrect dosages prescribed or dispensed
- Failure to review prescriptions or stop harmful medication
- Allergies or drug interactions overlooked
- Repeated prescribing without proper monitoring
- Delay in offering appropriate treatment because of reliance on medication
What Can You Claim For?
A successful prescription error compensation claim may cover:
- Pain, suffering, and loss of amenity
- Medical treatment, corrective surgery, or rehabilitation
- Loss of vision, mobility, or other long-term impacts
- Psychological harm and emotional distress
- Loss of earnings and reduced future income
- Care, support, and home adaptations
Case Study
£575,000 Prescription Error Settlement
Ms M had been under the care of Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust for glaucoma treatment for several years. Despite her eyesight in her left eye deteriorating, doctors continued to prescribe eyedrops that not only failed to control her condition but actually irritated her eyes and worsened her prognosis.
Over time, her left eye deteriorated to the point of blindness, and her right eye was also significantly affected. Eventually, after seeking a private opinion from a Manchester glaucoma specialist, she was told that she should have been offered surgery years earlier and should never have remained on the damaging eyedrop prescription.
Aston Knight Solicitors took on her case, securing expert evidence from one of the country’s leading glaucoma specialists, who confirmed multiple failings:
- Failure to offer timely surgery
- Prescribing harmful medication that reduced her surgical prospects
- Inadequate monitoring of eye pressures over many years
Tragically, the damage caused was permanent, and her sight would continue to deteriorate. We also obtained expert reports on her accommodation and care needs to ensure her long-term quality of life was factored into the claim.
Despite the NHS Trust admitting negligence, they disputed how much damage their failures had caused. Court proceedings were issued, and following strong negotiations, Aston Knight Solicitors secured a settlement of £575,000, including an interim payment of £125,000 so Ms M could benefit from part of her compensation immediately.
Why Choose Aston Knight Solicitors for Prescription Error Claims?
- Experts in medical negligence and prescription error claims
- Proven track record of high-value settlements in complex cases
- Access to leading medical experts to build the strongest case
- No win, no fee funding available
- Supportive, client-focused approach during difficult times
Start Your Prescription Error Claim Today
If you or a loved one has suffered harm due to a prescribing mistake, Aston Knight Solicitors can help. We will thoroughly investigate your case, obtain expert medical evidence, and fight for the maximum compensation you deserve.
You may also be interested in our related pages: Misdiagnosis Claims – Aston Knight Solicitors and Delayed Diagnosis Claims – Aston Knight Solicitors.
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