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Pharmacy’s late delivery blamed for patient’s death
Was in rehab facility after brain aneurysm; $3.5 million settlement
Mass. Lawyers Weekly Staff//April 20, 2026//
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The case involved the death of an elderly woman following her admission to a rehabilitation facility after surgery for a brain aneurysm.
The plaintiff alleged that the defendant rehab facility and pharmacy failed to ensure timely delivery and administration of medication intended to prevent blood clots, which the plaintiff alleged caused the woman to suffer a deadly stroke.
The defendants denied responsibility and disputed the effectiveness of the medication in preventing the outcome.
Action: Negligence and tort
Injuries alleged: Wrongful death, conscious pain and suffering
Case name: Withheld
Court/case no.: Withheld
Jury and/or judge: N/A (mediated)
Name of mediator: Retired Judge Suzanne DelVecchio
Amount: $3.5 million
Date: Jan. 2, 2026
Attorneys: Jeffrey N. Catalano and Gisela M. DaSilva, of Keches Law Group, Milton (for the plaintiff)
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