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Medical Malpractice Compensation

Medical errors are a major cause of death and injury in the United States. Anyone who has been injured by a medical professional may be entitled for a substantial amount of compensation.

Economic damages, also called special damages, cover the financial losses incurred by a victim. This includes future and past medical expenses in addition to lost income and other.

Economic Damages

Economic damages pay for any financial costs associated with the injury, for example medical services that have already been paid for and future care that is necessary. They can also include lost earnings if injuries prevent you from working, as well as other financial losses documented.

Non-economic damages are more difficult to quantify and are more abstract. These damages may include physical pain and discomfort as well as a decline in the quality of life or emotional distress. Your lawyer will assist you show these losses through testimony from witnesses experts, financial analysts who are experts, and other evidence such as medical documents and records of your injuries.

The first known case of medical malpractice was Stratton the case of Stratton v. Swanlond in 1374, which established the foundation of breach of duty between a doctor and the patient. It also was the first medical malpractice lawsuit to award damages to a plaintiff.

Surviving damages are available to victims for the period following the incident until their death. These damages could include medical expenses and lost income in addition to non-economic damages like mental trauma, disfigurement or loss of enjoyment of living.

Other damages may be available If a doctor fails to diagnose your condition or performs unnecessary procedures. The court may award punitive damages when a doctor's negligence is especially egregious. For instance, if they perform unnecessary procedures to earn money or for sexual pleasure.

In addition to the monetary awards mentioned above, a court can provide compensation for the cost of any alternative treatment that might have been needed but due to the medical malpractice law firms negligence. This could have included a less risky surgical procedure or a different course of treatment that could have prevented your injuries.

Medical Malpractice Caps

As the number of malpractice cases increased, several states passed legislation that caps the amount of damages that can be awarded in malpractice cases. These limits limit the amount of you can collect from a judge if the claim is deemed excessive or unreasonable.

The majority of states limit general and special damages. However, some places have a limit on non-economic damages. Whatever the amount of caps, you'll need to provide solid and convincing evidence in order to win your medical malpractice claim.

If you've been the victim of medical malpractice, contact us at any time to schedule an appointment free of charge. Our experienced lawyers can assist you determine the worth of your claim, and help you negotiate a fair settlement or verdict. If your case goes to trial, we will defend your rights in court. Call our offices in San Diego and Phoenix, or submit the online form to begin. We handle all types of medical malpractice cases throughout the United States. Our firm is committed to ensuring that clients receive the most appropriate compensation for their injuries. We represent victims of malpractice in California Arizona Washington Oregon Illinois Texas and Tennessee. We can travel to clients' homes or offices.