$2 Million Settlement in Massachusetts Wrongful Death Suit

The family of a Methuen woman has won their wrongful death lawsuit over the death of Priscilla Jardine, who lost her life shortly after giving birth in 2004.

The 32 year old woman went into cardiac arrest shortly after she was given the blood pressure drug Labetalol, following her ceasarean section.  Her blood pressure dropped to dangerous levels eventually causing her heart to give out.

Her family brought the lawsuit against the doctor who recommended the drug, Dr. Debra Gail Knee, claiming her negligence in doing so directly resulted in Jardine’s death.

A jury agreed.  They awarded the grieving family $2 million in damages.

Unfortunately, medication errors occur all too frequently across the country, and as evidenced in this case, can have irreversible and devastating results.  If you or someone you know have experienced a doctor’s error such as this, you too have rights.  Speak to a medical attorney today to discuss them.

Source: FOXnews.com