When I went to get my COVID vaccine, the nurse inserted the needle, but the vaccine leaked because it wasn’t sealed properly before injecting. I’m wondering if I can file a complaint or even consider a lawsuit. Is the healthcare provider liable for this kind of mistake?
It sounds like there might’ve been an issue with how the vaccine was administered. You can consider filing a complaint with the healthcare facility or the state medical board.
Mica said:
It sounds like there might’ve been an issue with how the vaccine was administered. You can consider filing a complaint with the healthcare facility or the state medical board.
Thanks. Would it be worth pursuing as a malpractice claim, or is it better to stick to a complaint?
@Ren
A lawsuit might only make sense if you experienced harm due to the leakage. If there was no injury, a complaint could still be effective.
For vaccine-related issues, you could also report it to VAERS. They track vaccine-related incidents and may investigate if needed.
Remy said:
For vaccine-related issues, you could also report it to VAERS. They track vaccine-related incidents and may investigate if needed.
I hadn’t thought of that. Sounds like a good option to ensure it’s reported.
@Ren
Exactly. It’s a way to document the issue for other patients’ safety.
If you feel like there was negligence, you could reach out to a malpractice attorney for advice. They can help assess if you have a case.
Charlie said:
If you feel like there was negligence, you could reach out to a malpractice attorney for advice. They can help assess if you have a case.
Good idea. I’ll reach out if I notice any issues from it.
@Ren
Hope it all goes smoothly. Fingers crossed there’s no lasting effect.
Make sure to keep a record of the incident and any symptoms you experience, just in case it becomes an issue later.
Joss said:
Make sure to keep a record of the incident and any symptoms you experience, just in case it becomes an issue later.
Thanks for the tip. I’ll document everything as a precaution.
@Ren
Smart. Better to be prepared, even if nothing serious happens.
A formal complaint might help prevent this from happening to others. It sounds like they weren’t being careful.
Delaney said:
A formal complaint might help prevent this from happening to others. It sounds like they weren’t being careful.
I agree. I’ll file a complaint with the facility and possibly with VAERS.
@Ren
Good plan. Hope it leads to better procedures on their end.