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Types of Medical Malpractice Compensation

Many states have caps on the amount of damages an individual victim of Medical Malpractice Law Firm malpractice may claim. These caps typically cover only specific, measurable losses like medical bills and lost wages.

Medical malpractice cases usually be accompanied by non-economic losses, such as suffering and pain. The experienced attorneys at Sobo & Sobo can help you make a convincing case for compensation for these injuries in the following areas.

Loss of Earnings Potential

You may be able to claim damages for lost earnings if the injury was caused by medical negligence and affects your ability to earn income. However, proving the loss is not easy. You must prove that the doctor's error caused the injuries you sustained, not simply a result of them. This can be difficult particularly if the doctor did not recognize or treat the presence of a medical condition prior to it.

You may be eligible for both economic and non-economic damages based upon the nature of the error. Non-economic damages are based on the impact the injuries have affected your life quality. It's often difficult to put an amount on this, and your attorney will require expert testimony, charts and graphics to show the effect of negligence.

In some instances medical negligence can be so grave that you could be capable of claiming punitive damages. These damages are designed to punish the healthcare provider who has engaged in a shocking conduct. This type of damages award is not common, but can be awarded when the healthcare provider has acted in negligence or with malice.

Medical malpractice claims can be costly to pursue. The cost of court filings, medical records and other documents can quickly add up. Your lawyer may also have to enlist experts to review your case to determine if medical professionals acted in breach of their obligations to you.

Permanent Disability

Medical malpractice cases are usually complex, with various types of damages that are available. Compensation can cover expenses such as future medical procedures, ongoing care and treatment, or lost wages, if an injury caused the person to be off work. It can also cover non-economic costs like pain and discomfort.

Non-economic damages are more difficult to quantify in terms of a dollar amount, but they could include any loss in quality of life. They can also be a result of emotional and psychological stress. The claimant's lawyer will use the testimony of friends and family to help a juror understand how the injury affected the victim's daily life.

A reputable NYC medical malpractice lawsuits negligence lawyer will take the time to review all evidence to determine the claim's value. This includes a look at the medical malpractice statute of limitations which sets a time limit on the length of time that after an accident a plaintiff can pursue a lawsuit.

The value of a medical malpractice claim will depend on the severity of the incident as well as the severity of the injury, with larger settlement amounts being reserved for more serious injuries. A doctor may have missed a diagnosis of cancer in a patient, which can cause death. The most severe injuries are also more likely to cause permanent disability, which can increase the cost of an insurance claim.

Pain and Suffering

Patients who have suffered from medical malpractice can also seek compensation for the physical discomfort they've endured as a consequence of the negligence of a medical professional. Physical pain can be caused by an injury, like broken bones and may also result in scarring and inability to sleep or exercise as well as loss of sexual activity and other injuries that impact the victim's life quality.

The compensation for medical malpractice could include compensation for psychological pain and suffering. Psychiatric injuries like anxiety, depression, suicidal phobia and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be extremely debilitating and may cause physical pain as well. In addition the loss of mental health can also impact a victim's ability to maintain healthy relationships, and impact their overall quality of life.

Damages can be classified into two types: economic or "special" damage that is based on calculable losses and general damages, such as pain and discomfort. Non-economic damages are difficult to quantify in dollars, so it is difficult to determine the proper amount.

There are several ways to calculate the value of an award for pain and suffering, including using a multiplier. This method adds all damages that are special together, and then multiplies that number by a specific amount that is between 1.5 to 5. Some states have caps on this type of award, however judges in most instances will not be able to reverse the verdict of a jury.

Loss of future earnings

Medical negligence victims are entitled to a variety of damages including loss of future earnings. This is the amount the victim would have earned had they been able to work at the previous job or if they were able to get an opportunity that was suited to their physical limitations. This is a nitty-gritty type of damage, and often requires expert economists to calculate.

Lost earnings calculations are straightforward in the event that the victim earned at an hourly rate. A lawyer can multiply the hourly rate of an individual by the number of hours they did not work to calculate their total lost wage. If you are on the salary side, you'll have to consider the period that you were not able to work alongside your salary and benefits.

While the process of calculating lost earnings is fairly easy, future losses are more complex. The attorney must consider the cost of future treatments and also the costs that can be reasonably expected in light of the condition of the victim.

It is important to have a lawyer with experience on your side when seeking compensation for medical negligence. Our team at Weltchek Mallahan & Weltchek can assist you in determining how to most effectively pursue financial compensation. Contact us today for an appointment with us for a no-cost consultation. Medical errors are a serious problem that can cause significant harm. Our legal team will analyze your case in detail and fight to get the compensation you deserve.

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