Medical Malpractice Compensation

Medical errors are the most frequent cause of death and injury in the United States. People who have been injured by a medical professional may be entitled to substantial compensation.

Economic damages, also known as special damages, compensate for the financial losses incurred by a victim. They include future and past medical expenses, lost income and many more.

Economic Damages

Economic damages compensate you for any financial losses associated with your injury. This includes medical services already paid and future care required. You may also claim economic damages for lost wages, if your injuries make it impossible to work.

Non-economic damages are harder to quantify and are less tangible. They could be a result of physical suffering or a decline in your 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 other documentation can also be considered, including medical records.

Stratton and. Swanlond, a case from 1374 that established the foundation of medical malpractice which was a breach in duty between a doctor as well as the patient. It was also the first lawsuit for medical malpractice to award damages to the plaintiff.

A victim may be entitled to a survival award that cover the period that follows the time when the error occurred, up to death. These damages can include the cost of medical treatment and loss of income in addition to non-economic damages like mental anguish, disfigurement or loss of enjoyment of living.

Other damages could be available in the event that a physician is unable to diagnose or performs unnecessary procedures. In addition, vimeo punitive damages may be awarded when the negligence of your doctor is particularly grave. For instance the case of a doctor who performs an unnecessary surgery to make money or to satisfy their sexual pleasure.

A court can also award compensation for alternative treatment that is required in the absence of medical malpractice lawyer negligence. This could have included a less invasive surgical procedure or a different method of treatment which could have prevented your injuries.

Medical Malpractice Caps

As the number of malpractice cases increased, many states passed legislation that limits the amount of damages that can be awarded in malpractice cases. Limits limit the amount money you could receive from a jury when your claim is deemed to be excessive or unreasonable.

The majority of states place caps on both general and special damages, but some states limit only the amount of non-economic damages that can claim compensation for. Whatever the number of caps, you'll have to prove compelling and solid evidence to win your medical malpractice claim.

Contact us to schedule an appointment if you've been victimized by medical malpractice. Our knowledgeable lawyers will help you assess the value of your case, and assist you in pursuing a fair verdict or settlement. If your case is taken to trial, we will defend your rights in the courtroom. Call our offices in San Diego and Phoenix, or submit the online form to begin. We handle all types of medical malpractice cases in the United States. Our firm is committed to helping clients receive maximum compensation for their injuries. We represent victims of medical negligence in California, Vimeo Arizona, Washington, Oregon, Illinois, Texas, and Tennessee. We can travel to our clients office or homes.