Medical Malpractice Lawyer

A brain injury medical malpractice claim arises when a patient suffers a brain injury due to negligence or wrongdoing by a healthcare provider. This can occur in various medical settings, such as during surgery, childbirth, or in the course of treatment for a neurological condition. The results of a brain injury are often catastrophic and leave a person a fraction of who they once were. They can be devastating for the victim but also for the victim’s family and friends.

Examples of medical malpractice leading to brain injuries include surgical errors, medication errors, failure to diagnose or treat a condition promptly, anesthesia errors, birth injuries, and inadequate monitoring of a patient’s condition during or after a medical procedure.

If you believe that you or a loved one has a claim for a brain injury as a result of medical malpractice, don’t hesitate to reach out. The call is free. We would love to be of service.

Wrongful death from medical malpractice happens when a patient dies due to negligence by a healthcare provider. It can result from surgical errors, misdiagnosis, medication mistakes, or other substandard care.

These cases are tragic because all too often it was a preventable error that caused the death of a loved one. Wrongful death cases are important to bring closure to the family of the decedent. They are also important to hold medical care providers accountable and to prevent the same error from being made in the future.

If you believe that you have a claim for a wrongful death suit on behalf of a family member, don’t hesitate to reach out. The call is free. We would love to be of service.

Catastrophic injuries as a result of medical malpractice can cover many types of injuries. A common example would be a physician amputating the wrong limb leading to permanent and life ling harm. Other injuries include:

1. Birth injuries: When medical negligence during childbirth leads to serious conditions such as cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, or brain damage in the newborn, resulting in lifelong disabilities.
2. Anesthesia errors: Administering the wrong dosage of anesthesia or failing to monitor a patient properly during surgery, resulting in brain damage, coma, or death.
3. Delayed diagnosis of cancer: When a healthcare provider fails to diagnose cancer in a timely manner, allowing the disease to progress to an advanced stage, leading to decreased treatment options and a lower chance of survival.
4. Medication errors: Incorrect dosage, wrong medication, or administering medication to which the patient is allergic, resulting in severe adverse reactions, organ damage, or death.
5. Surgical complications: Botched surgeries, such as perforating organs, leaving surgical instruments inside the patient’s body, or causing nerve damage, resulting in chronic pain, disability, or death.

These are just a few examples of how medical malpractice can lead to catastrophic injuries, significantly impacting the lives of patients and their families.

If you believe that you or a loved one has a claim for a catastrophic injury as a result of medical malpractice, don’t hesitate to reach out. The call is free. We would love to be of service.

Ectopic pregnancies occur when a fertilized egg implants itself outside the uterus, most commonly in the fallopian tubes. If not diagnosed and treated promptly, ectopic pregnancies can lead to life-threatening complications for the mother, including internal bleeding, organ damage, and even death. Medical malpractice in the context of ectopic pregnancies can occur if healthcare providers fail to recognize the symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy, leading to a delay in diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Such negligence can result in severe injuries to the mother, including emergency surgery, loss of fertility, and in the worst cases, death. Timely and accurate diagnosis is crucial in managing ectopic pregnancies to prevent catastrophic outcomes for the mother.

If you believe that you or a loved one has a claim for an ectopic pregnancy related injury as a result of medical malpractice, don’t hesitate to reach out. The call is free. We would love to be of service.

Elder abuse claims within medical facilities such as hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and nursing homes are particularly concerning due to the vulnerable position of elderly residents and patients. Mistreatment, neglect, and exploitation can occur in these settings, often perpetrated by caregivers or staff members entrusted with their care.

Abuse may manifest as physical harm, emotional abuse, neglect of basic needs, or financial exploitation. Signs of abuse in medical facilities include unexplained injuries, changes in behavior, poor hygiene, or medication mismanagement.

Legal recourse for elder abuse is important to bring closure to the elder involved and their family. Additionally, filing lawsuits stemming from elder abuse claims is a way to prevent similar instances from happening again in the future.

Lawsuits can result in preventative measures, including thorough staff training, regular monitoring, and transparent reporting mechanisms, are essential to safeguarding the well-being and rights of elderly individuals receiving care in medical facilities. This can protect dependent adults and elders in the future.

Cerebral Palsy (CP) can be caused by medical malpractice when negligence or errors during childbirth result in brain damage to the infant. CP affects muscle control and movement, often leading to lifelong disabilities. Medical malpractice leading to CP may occur due to factors such as oxygen deprivation during labor, improper use of delivery instruments like forceps or vacuum extractors, or failure to monitor and respond to signs of fetal distress. When healthcare providers fail to uphold the standard of care expected in childbirth, resulting in CP, it can have devastating consequences for the child and their family, necessitating ongoing medical care, therapy, and support.

If you believe that a loved one has suffered a Cerebral Palsy diagnosis as a result of medical malpractice, don’t hesitate to reach out. The call is free. We would love to be of service.

Brachial Plexus Injury (BPI) can result from medical malpractice during childbirth when excessive force is applied to the baby’s shoulder or neck during delivery. This can lead to damage to the brachial plexus nerves, causing weakness or paralysis in the affected arm. Medical negligence contributing to BPI may include improper handling of shoulder dystocia, failure to perform a timely cesarean section when indicated, or improper use of delivery instruments. When healthcare providers fail to take appropriate actions to prevent BPI during childbirth, it can result in significant physical limitations for the child and require extensive medical intervention and rehabilitation to address.

If you believe that a loved one has suffered a Brachial Plexus injury as a result of medical malpractice, don’t hesitate to reach out. The call is free. We would love to be of service.

Elder abuse claims within medical facilities such as hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and nursing homes are particularly concerning due to the vulnerable position of elderly residents and patients. Mistreatment, neglect, and exploitation can occur in these settings, often perpetrated by caregivers or staff members entrusted with their care.

Abuse may manifest as physical harm, emotional abuse, neglect of basic needs, or financial exploitation. Signs of abuse in medical facilities include unexplained injuries, changes in behavior, poor hygiene, or medication mismanagement.

Legal recourse for elder abuse is important to bring closure to the elder involved and their family. Additionally, filing lawsuits stemming from elder abuse claims is a way to prevent similar instances from happening again in the future.

Lawsuits can result in preventative measures, including thorough staff training, regular monitoring, and transparent reporting mechanisms, are essential to safeguarding the well-being and rights of elderly individuals receiving care in medical facilities. This can protect dependent adults and elders in the future.

If you believe that you or a loved one has suffered a injuries at a at the hands of a medical care provider as a result of elder abuse or neglect, don’t hesitate to reach out. The call is free. We would love to be of service.