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Medical Malpractice Compensation

Medical errors are a major cause of death and injury in the United States. People who have been injured by a health care provider could be entitled to substantial compensation.

Economic damages, also known as special damages, are a way to cover the financial loss of a victim. This includes future and past medical expenses loss of income, and other.

Economic Damages

Economic damages cover any financial loss that is incurred due to your injury. This includes medical costs that you have already paid for as well as future care needed. You may also be able to seek economic damages for lost wages, if injuries prevent working.

Non-economic damages, commonly called general damages, are less tangible and are harder to quantify in terms of dollar value. These damages could include physical pain and discomfort as well as a decline in the quality of life, or emotional distress. Your lawyer can help you to prove your losses using experts financial analysts and witness testimony. Other evidence, such as medical records and documents will also be considered, including medical records.

The earliest documented case of medical malpractice law firm malpractice was Stratton v. Swanlond in 1374, which established the foundation of breach of duty between a physician and a patient. It was also the first medical malpractice case to award damages to a victim.

A victim may be entitled to survival damages, which cover the period that follows the time when the error occurred up until the time of death. These damages can cover the cost of medical treatment and loss of income in addition to non-economic damages like mental anguish, disfigurement, or loss of enjoyment living.

Other damages may be available in the event that a physician does not diagnose the problem or performs an unnecessary procedure. If your doctor's erroneous actions are particularly severe or if they perform unnecessary surgeries for profit or for personal sexual pleasure, punitive damages may be awarded.

A court can also award compensation for alternative treatment that was required but not due to Medical Malpractice law firm negligence. This could have included a conservative surgical procedure or alternative course of treatment which could have prevented your injuries.

Medical Malpractice Caps

As concerns over fraudulent malpractice claims grew as more states passed laws imposing caps on damages in malpractice cases. These limits reduce how much you can collect from a jury when the claim is deemed excessive or unreasonable.

Most states put caps on both general and special damages, but some places limit only the amount of non-economic damages you are entitled to compensation for. You still have to prove your case with a strong and convincing argument to win your medical malpractice case, regardless of the amount of caps.

Contact us for an appointment if you've been the victim of medical malpractice. Our knowledgeable lawyers will help you determine the worth of your case, and help you to pursue the most fair settlement or verdict. We will fight for your rights if your case goes to the court. Contact our offices in San Diego and Phoenix, or submit the online form to get started. We handle all kinds of medical malpractice cases throughout the United States. Our firm is committed to helping clients receive the maximum amount of compensation for their injuries. We represent victims of malpractice in California Arizona Washington Oregon Illinois Texas and Tennessee. We can visit clients at their homes or offices.