Opioid Overprescription and Pain Management Malpractice

Opioid overprescription and pain management malpractice have become major public health crises in recent years. Doctors who fail to properly monitor patients on opioids or negligently overprescribe these potent painkillers can be held liable for the devastating consequences. 

If you or a loved one in New York has suffered harm due to opioid overprescription or pain management malpractice, The Porter Law Group is here to fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.

Opioid Overprescription and Pain Management Malpractice Attorneys in New York

The medical malpractice lawyers at The Porter Law Group are dedicated advocates for victims of opioid overprescription and negligent pain management in New York. We understand the immense physical, emotional, and financial toll these situations take on patients and families. 

Our experienced attorneys will thoroughly investigate your case, identify all liable parties, and aggressively pursue the full and fair compensation you are owed. Call 833-PORTER9 or email us at info@porterlawteam.com to discuss your case in a free consultation.

What is Pain Management?

Pain management is the medical field covering the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of painful conditions. The doctors specializing in this field help by cure or mitigate the suffering of people with chronic illnesses or lingering pain from accidents or surgeries. They perform nonsurgical interventions, like the use of nerve blocks, spinal injections, and prescription drugs to help with the persistent or permanent painful medical conditions. 

When pain management doctors are negligent, they can end up prescribing excessive treatments or excessive amounts and dosages of painkillers, like opioids. These, in particular, are effective pain management tools. But they are highly addictive and come with many harmful side effects. 

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About Opioid Overprescription 

Opioids are powerful narcotic painkillers that carry a high risk of addiction and overdose. Examples include oxycodone, morphine, and fentanyl. In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies misled the medical community about the safety of opioids, triggering an epidemic of overprescription and abuse. 

Common examples of opioid overprescription malpractice include:

• Prescribing opioids for conditions that don't warrant their use
• Failing to explore non-opioid treatment alternatives 
• Not properly screening patients for addiction risk factors
• Writing prescriptions for excessive quantities or durations
• Inadequately monitoring patients for signs of dependence or abuse
• Continuing to prescribe opioids despite clear alarming signs in patients

When doctors recklessly prescribe opioids without regard for the risks, innocent patients pay the price. It can lead to addiction, accidental overdoses, and even death. More than 14,700 Americans died from prescription opioid overdose in 2022, according to data from the Center For Disease Control (CDC). 

The Harmful Effects of Opioid Overprescription

The potential consequences of negligent opioid prescribing are devastating and far-reaching, which may lead to:

• Opioid addiction and substance abuse disorders
• Accidental overdose, respiratory depression, and death
• Withdrawal symptoms and medical complications
• Mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia 
• Loss of employment and financial instability
• Strained relationships and family dysfunction
• Illicit drug use leading to criminal activity 

What Damages Can Be Recovered by Victims of Pain Management Malpractice and Opioid Overprescription?

Patients who are harmed by pain management malpractice and opioid overprescription may be entitled to compensation for the following:

• Medical expenses
• Rehabilitation costs
• Lost income
• Loss of ability to work 
• Permanent injuries
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of quality of life
• Loss of consortium
• Wrongful death in cases of fatal overdose

It is important to get a hold of an experienced medical malpractice lawyer immediately if you or a loved one have been a victim of pain management malpractice or opioid overprescription. These cases are complex, and more so is the legal process in the State of New York. 

Our experienced medical malpractice lawyers have recovered millions of dollars* in compensation for victims of medical malpractice all over New York. We work with board-certified medical experts who can evaluate your case, examine your records, and testify of your pain management doctor’s negligence. 

The skilled attorneys at The Porter Law Group will sniff out even the smallest details like: 

• The lack of informed consent when prescribing pain medication or novel treatments, 
• The lack of proper licensing or vested interests in the prescribed medication

They’ll make sure that negligent and malicious medical professionals answer for their conduct and that you and your loved ones can receive the financial compensation you deserve. 

Consult a New York Opioid Overprescription and Pain Management Malpractice Lawyer

If you suspect that you or a loved one is the victim of opioid overprescription or pain management malpractice anywhere in New York, contact The Porter Law Group today. Our knowledgeable attorneys will provide a free, no-obligation case evaluation and explain your legal options. Call 833-PORTER9 or email info@porterlawteam.com to get started.

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