Nearly 40 years ago, in response to growing lawsuits against medical providers and pharmaceutical companies, the federal government created the VICP. The creation followed a slew of lawsuits stemming from some parents’ beliefs that certain vaccines resulted in injuries to their children. Many companies halted the production of vaccines because of the onslaught of lawsuits. The vaccine shortage posed a serious threat to the nation’s health. As such, the VICP fund works to compensate those who suffer injuries because of a reaction to a childhood vaccine.
The VICP only covers certain vaccines such as those that prevent diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, human papillomavirus, influenza, measles, mumps, rubella, polio, rotavirus, and varicella. If a Texas injury victim or their loved ones believe that they suffered a vaccine error, they should contact an attorney to file a petition through the VICP. Currently, the program does not cover the COVID-19 vaccine; however, some sources have reported that Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccinations may result in a rare clotting condition. Federal officials have halted the use of the pharmaceutical company’s vaccine to determine, what if any, the vaccine plays in the clotting condition. In many cases, a person’s reaction to a medication or vaccine is not because of a defect in the vaccine or medication but rather an allergic reaction that a medical provider missed.
Medication injury victims may pursue a medication error case against a provider or pharmacist that prescribes an incorrect medication, an incorrect dosage, or fills an incorrect prescription. Texas medical malpractice lawsuits require a thorough understanding of complex state and federal tort laws. It is essential that injury victims contact an attorney to ensure that their case receives appropriate review through the courts.
Have You Suffered Injuries Because of a Medication Error?
If you or someone you love has suffered serious injuries because of a medical provider’s negligence, contact the attorneys at Carabin Shaw. The attorneys at our office have nearly 30 years of experience advocating on behalf of Texas injury victims. We handle claims stemming from Texas auto accidents, wrongful death, animal attacks, work injuries, personal injury, medical malpractice, and more. We understand the hurdles that many injury victims face after experiencing a medication or pharmaceutical error. We work to ensure that our clients recover the compensation they deserve. Compensation in these cases may include medical expenses, lost wages and benefits, pain and suffering, and funeral and burial expenses. Contact our office at 800-862-1260 to schedule a free initial consultation with an attorney at our office.