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For malpractice? Possibly, you need to talk to a qualified attorney about the matter to find out what rights you have. Call your states bar association for a referance to a good malpractice attorney.
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Probably not. For a viable malpractice suit, you would have to prove that (1) there was negligence and (2) you suffered damages as a result. It's not clear from your fact pattern whether the administration of the drug to your eye was below the "standard of care" and therefore negligent. The greater problem, however, is damages, since your right eye was already blind and supposed to be removed anyway due to the onset of infection. Accordingly, the loss of your cornea, although unfortunate, may not constitute damages in the legal sense, or at least not significant enough damage to justify the expense of a malpractice claim. I'm certainly not trying to minimize your condition or loss, and am sorry for what has happened to you. Please speak to a lawyer experienced in medical malpractice to get expert advice from someone in your community. Consultations are usually free.
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