Medical Malpractice Compensation

Medical errors are the most frequent cause of death and injury in the United States. Anyone who has suffered harm from a health care provider may be entitled to substantial compensation.

Economic damages, also referred as special damages, compensate a victim's financial losses. This can include future and past medical costs as well as lost income, among other.

Economic Damages

Economic damages reimburse you for any financial expenses incurred due to the injury, for example medical care that has already been paid and future care that is necessary. You may also seek economic damages for lost earnings, if your injuries make it impossible to work.

Non-economic damage is harder to quantify and are not as tangible. They could include physical pain and suffering as well as a decrease in your quality of life or emotional distress. Your lawyer can help to prove your losses using experts financial analysts and witness testimony. Other evidence, such as medical records and firm documents will also be considered, including medical records.

The earliest documented case of medical malpractice was Stratton the case of Stratton v. Swanlond in 1374, that established the foundations of breach of duty between a doctor and the patient. It was also the first lawsuit for medical malpractice to award damages to plaintiffs.

A victim could be entitled to survival damages that cover the period that follows the time when the error occurred up until death. These damages can comprise medical expenses and lost income, in addition to non-economic losses like mental distress, loss of enjoyment of life or disfigurement.

Other damages may be available if a doctor misdiagnoses your condition or performs unnecessary procedures. If your doctor's negligent actions are particularly grave for example, when they perform unnecessary surgeries for profit or for their own sexual pleasure, punitive damages can be awarded.

A court may also award compensation for any alternative treatment that was needed in the absence of medical malpractice lawyer negligence. This could have included a more conservative surgical procedure or a different type of treatment that could have prevented your injuries.

Medical Malpractice Caps

As concerns about fraudulent malpractice claims grew as more states passed laws that place limits on damages in malpractice cases. Limits on damages limit the amount you can be awarded by an arbitrator if your claim is considered to be excessive or unreasonable.

Most states put caps on both general and special damages, however some places limit only the amount of non-economic damages that can receive compensation for. You must prove your case with a strong and convincing argument to be successful in your medical malpractice claim regardless of the amount of caps.

Contact us to schedule an appointment if you've been the victim of medical negligence. Our knowledgeable lawyers can help you assess the value of your claim and assist you pursue a fair settlement, or Firm a favorable verdict. If your case is taken to trial, we'll fight for your rights in the courtroom. Contact us at our San Diego or Phoenix offices or fill out the online form. We handle all types of medical malpractice cases throughout the United States. Our firm is committed to helping clients receive the most compensation they can for their injuries. We represent victims of negligence in California Arizona Washington Oregon Illinois Texas and Tennessee. We can visit clients office or homes.