When doctors prescribe drugs for their patients, the drugs are often intended to either treat sicknesses or relieve the pain of injuries. In most cases, doctors follow specific guidelines and medical expertise in prescribing these drugs. 

In some cases, however, doctors prescribe drugs that are part of an experimental program. These programs often require a patient's consent. If a doctor fails to obtain a patient's consent, then the patient may have a medical malpractice claim.

If you or anyone you know has unknowingly participated in a experimental drug program, contact the Washington medical malpractice attorneys of Fuller & Fuller at 800-570-4878.