.svg)
Motor Vehicle Accidents 
Death by overdose; Minnesota nursing home administered 600 mg of powerful opioid to resident
Call: (312) 609-0400
or fill out the Contact Form
A North Ridge Health and Rehabilitation nurse mistakenly administered 600 mg of oxycodone to a resident, instead of 30mg which is was the maximum dosage prescribed by the resident’s physician.
The resident, Gary A. Schmidt, was 53 years-old and only a short-term rehabilitation resident. He died on April 2, 2017 and was found unconscious on the floor at the nursing home. The nursing who administered the drug admitted “she did not verify the concentration and dose of the oxycodone administered because she was very busy with multiple patients.”
Our firm has investigated and continues to investigate multiple cases where families believed their loved ones were killed or seriously injured due to improper administration of medication. That includes both over-dosing and under-dosing. It can also include a complete failure to provide necessary and life-preserving medication.
If you have questions or concerns about your loved one’s care in a nursing home, please call us at (312) 609-0400.
Call: (312) 609-0400
or fill out the Contact Form
About the Author
On January 1st, a new Illinois law went into effect. This law was designed to crack down on rogue tow truck operators and protect drivers during some of their most vulnerable moments—right after an accident. For years, Illinois drivers have reported alarming stories: tow trucks arriving within minutes of a crash, vehicles being hauled away […]
The holidays are one of the busiest—and most stressful—travel seasons of the year. Whether you’re heading out for a long road trip or flying to visit family, a little preparation can go a long way in preventing accidents, protecting your home, and keeping your loved ones safe. As personal injury attorneys, we see firsthand how […]
Keep Halloween Fun, and Stay Safe Doing It Halloween should be full of costumes, laughter, and candy — not preventable injuries. Whether you’re out trick-or-treating, driving through your neighborhood, or welcoming visitors to your home, a little extra care goes a long way in keeping everyone safe. 🎃 Trick-or-Treating Tips Add reflective tape to costumes […]