Medical Malpractice Compensation

Medical errors are one of the leading causes of injuries and death in the United States. People who have been injured by a health care provider could be entitled to a substantial amount of compensation.

Economic damages, also known as special damages, cover the financial loss of a victim. These include past and future medical expenses, lost income and many more.

Economic Damages

Economic damages compensate you for any financial losses resulting from your injury. This includes medical costs already paid and future treatment required. You may also be able to get economic damages to compensate for lost wages, if injuries make it impossible to work.

Non-economic losses are more difficult to quantify and are less tangible. They can include physical suffering and pain, a reduction in your quality of life, or your emotional distress. Your lawyer can help to prove your losses using experts financial analysts and witness testimony. Other evidence like medical records and other documents can be utilized, as well as medical records.

The first case to be cited for medical malpractice was Stratton the case of Stratton v. Swanlond in 1374, which established the foundation of breach of duty between a physician and a patient. It was also the first medical malpractice case to award damages to a victim.

A victim may be entitled to compensation for the duration of their life which cover the duration of time from the time the incident occurred until the time of the time of death. These damages may comprise medical expenses and lost income, as well as non-economic losses like mental distress loss of enjoyment of life, or disfigurement.

Other damages can be awarded in the event that a doctor misdiagnoses or performs unnecessary procedures. If your doctor's negligent actions are particularly grave for example, when they perform unnecessary surgery for profit or for their own sexual pleasure, punitive damages could be awarded.

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

Medical Malpractice Law Firms Malpractice Caps

As the number of malpractice claims increased, a number of states passed legislation that caps the amount of damages in malpractice cases. These limits limit the amount of money you could receive from a jury if your claim is deemed to be excessive or unreasonable.

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

If you have been a victim of medical negligence, contact us at any time to arrange an appointment for a no-cost consultation. Our knowledgeable lawyers can help you determine the value of your case and help you seek a fair settlement, or a favorable verdict. We will fight for 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 kinds of medical malpractice attorney malpractice cases across the United States. Our firm is committed to helping clients receive maximum compensation for their injuries. We represent patients injured by medical negligence in California, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, Illinois, Texas, and Tennessee. We can travel to meet clients at a location that is most convenient for them.