Medical Malpractice Compensation

Medical errors are one of the main causes of injury and death in the United States. Patients who have been injured by a medical professional could be entitled to compensation that is substantial.

Economic damages, also referred as special damages, compensate a victim's financial losses. This includes past and future medical costs, lost income and more.

Economic Damages

Economic damages pay for any financial loss that is incurred due to your injury. This includes medical bills that you have already paid for as well as future care required. They can also include lost wages if your injuries stop you from working, as well as other financial losses documented.

Non-economic damages are more difficult to quantify and less tangible. They can include physical suffering, a reduction in your quality of life, or your emotional stress. Your lawyer can help you show these losses through expert financial analysts and witness testimony. Other evidence, such as medical records and documentation will also be used, including medical malpractice lawsuits records.

Stratton V. Swanlond, a case from 1374, which established the basis of medical malpractice, was a breach of obligation between a physician and a patient. It was also the first lawsuit for medical malpractice to award damages to the plaintiff.

A victim may be entitled to damages for survival that cover the length of time following the moment when the mishap occurred up until death. These damages may include medical expenses and lost income in addition to non-economic damages such as mental anguish, disfigurement, or loss of enjoyment of living.

Other damages are possible If a doctor fails to diagnose your condition or performs ineffective procedures. The court may award punitive damages if your doctor's negligence is particularly grave. For instance the case of a doctor who performs an unnecessary procedures to earn money or for sexual pleasure.

In addition to the financial award mentioned above, a court may provide compensation for the cost of any alternative treatment that might have been needed but for the medical negligence. This could include a more conservative surgical procedure or a different type of treatment that could have prevented your injuries.

Medical Malpractice Caps

As concerns about fraud-related malpractice claims increased numerous states passed laws imposing caps on damages in malpractice cases. Limits on damages limit the amount of money you can be awarded by a jury if your claim is found to be unreasonable or unreasonable.

Most states cap both general and special damages. However, some states only restrict damages that are not economic. It is still necessary to provide strong and convincing evidence to be successful in your medical malpractice claim 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 skilled lawyers can help you determine the worth of your case and help to negotiate a fair settlement or verdict. We will protect your rights if your case goes to court. Contact us at our San Diego or Phoenix offices or fill out the online form. We handle all types medical malpractice cases in the United States. Our firm is committed to ensuring that clients receive the highest compensation for their injuries. We represent patients injured by medical negligence in California, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, Illinois, Texas, and Tennessee. We can meet clients at a location that is most convenient for them.