Medical Malpractice Compensation
Medical errors are one of the most frequent causes of injury and death in the United States. People who have suffered harm by a medical professional could be entitled to compensation that is substantial.
Economic damages, also known as special damages, are a way to cover the financial losses of a victim. This covers past and future medical expenses in addition to lost income and other.
Economic Damages
Economic damages reimburse you for any financial costs associated with your injury, including medical expenses that have already been paid for and any future medical care that is required. They may also cover lost wages if your injuries stop you from working, as well as other financial losses that are documented.
Non-economic damages, also called general damages, are less tangible and are harder to quantify in terms of a dollar. These damages could include physical pain and discomfort, a reduction in quality of life, or emotional distress. Your lawyer can help you show these losses through expert financial analysts and witness testimony. Other evidence such as medical records and documentation will be utilized, as well as medical records.
Stratton and. Swanlond, a case from 1374 that established the basis of medical malpractice as a breach of duty between a doctor as well as the patient. It was also the first case of medical malpractice to give damages to a victim.
A victim could be entitled to damages for survival, which cover the period that follows the time when the error occurred, up to death. These damages could include medical care expenses and lost income, in addition to non-economic losses like mental anguish loss of enjoyment of life or disfigurement.
Other damages may be available if a doctor misdiagnoses your condition or performs ineffective procedures. If the doctor's actions are particularly severe or if they perform unnecessary surgeries for profit or for their own sexual enjoyment, punitive damages might be awarded.
A court can also award compensation for alternative treatment that is required however due to medical negligence. This might have included a more conservative surgical procedure or a different course of treatment that could have prevented your injuries.
Medical Malpractice Caps
Concerns about fraud-related malpractice claims increased numerous states passed laws that place limits on damages for malpractice cases. Limits on damages limit the amount of money you could receive from a jury when the claim is deemed excessive or unreasonable.
Most states cap both general and special damages. However, some states only limit non-economic damages. You must present convincing and convincing evidence to win your
medical malpractice attorney malpractice case, regardless of the amount of caps.
If you have been a victim of medical malpractice, call us at any time to schedule an initial consultation for free. Our knowledgeable lawyers can help you determine the value of your claim and help you pursue an equitable settlement or verdict. We will defend your rights if your case is taken to court. Contact us at our San Diego or Phoenix offices or use our online form. 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 meet clients at a location that is suitable for them.