Medical Malpractice Compensation

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

Economic damages, also referred as special damages, cover the financial losses of a victim. This covers past and future medical expenses as well as lost income, among other.

Economic Damages

Economic damages are a way to compensate you for any financial losses associated with your injury. This includes medical costs already paid for and future medical care needed. They can also include lost earnings if injuries prevent you from working, as well as other financial losses that have been documented.

Non-economic damages, also called general damages, are less tangible and harder to quantify in terms of a dollar. They could include physical suffering and a decrease in your quality of life, or your emotional stress. Your lawyer will help you show these losses through witness testimony and expert financial analysts and other evidence, like medical documents and records of your injuries.

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

Surviving damages are available to victims for the period from the time of the accident until their death. These damages can include medical expenses and lost income, as well as non-economic damages such as mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life or disfigurement.

Other damages could be available in the event that a physician misdiagnoses your condition or performs unnecessary procedures. If the doctor's actions are particularly severe, such as when they perform unnecessary surgery to make profit or for personal sexual pleasure, punitive damages may be awarded.

In addition to the financial award mentioned above the court may also give compensation for the cost of any alternative treatment that might be required if not due to the medical negligence. This might have included a less risky surgical procedure or another course of treatment that could have potentially prevented your injuries.

Medical Caps for Malpractice

As the number of malpractice lawsuits increased, many states enacted legislation to limit the amount of damages in malpractice cases. These limits reduce the amount you can receive from jurors if your case is deemed to be excessive or unreasonable.

The majority of states place caps on general and special damages, but some places limit only the amount of non-economic damages that are entitled to compensation for. You still have to provide strong and convincing evidence to win your medical malpractice case regardless of the amount of caps.

Contact us to set up an appointment if you've been the victim of medical malpractice. Our experienced lawyers can help you assess the value of your claim and help you pursue an equitable settlement or verdict. We will fight for your rights in the event that your case is taken to court. Contact our offices in San Diego and Phoenix, or complete the online form to start the process. We handle all kinds of medical malpractice cases throughout the United States. Our firm is committed to helping clients receive most compensation they can for their injuries. We represent victims of malpractice in California Arizona Washington Oregon Illinois Texas and Tennessee. We can visit clients' homes or offices.