When patients enter any medical facility, they do so with the expectation that the medical professionals in charge will use the utmost care and discretion. Yet, most patients are unaware of how often medical mistakes are made.
A startling report from John Hopkins indicates that errors in medical care are the third leading cause of death in the U.S. These medical erros claim over 250,000 lives each year, more than respiratory disease, accidents and strokes.
NO FEES UNLESS WE WIN
We believe that the costs associated with hiring a lawyer shouldn’t prevent any seriously injured medical malpractice victim from obtaining sound legal counsel. Because of this, our law firm handles all medical malpractice claims on a contingency fee basis. This means there are no out of pocket expenses and you only owe attorney’s fees if we settle your claim or win a favorable verdict in court.
What is Medical Malpractice?
Healthcare providers – including doctors, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses – have a professional and legal obligation to perform their duties according to a professionally accepted standard of care.
If a medical practitioner fails to meet the accepted standard of care, and an injury or death results from this negligence, the victim or the victim’s family can file a medical malpractice lawsuit against the liable party.
It is important to note, however, that medical science is not exact and there are inherent risks involved with modern surgical techniques. Not all injuries or deaths that occur while in the care of a healthcare provider are the result of medical malpractice. It must be proven that an injury or death resulted from a healthcare provider’s failure to perform his or her duties to the accepted standard of care.
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Examples of Medical Malpractice
There are countless examples of medical malpractice. To be a viable legal claim, against the physician or medical facility, the medical negligence must have failed to meet the accepted standard of care and resulted in serious injury or death to the patient.
Some of the more common or well known examples of medical negligence would include:
- Child Delivery Errors
- Delayed Diagnosis
- Misdiagnosis
- Patients being given the wrong medication or anesthesia
- Patients being given the wrong dosage of medication or anesthesia
- Surgeons removing the wrong body part
- Surgeons leaving surgical instruments inside of patients
Medical Malpractice Claims
Medical malpractice claims are not the same as car accident or slip and falls cases. To be successful, you’ll need a skilled trial attorney with experience litigating medical malpractice claims.
The truth is that medical malpractice cases are one of the most difficult personal injury claims to pursue. By their nature, they are incredibly complex, normally requiring the review and testimony of multiple medical experts. This factor alone makes pursuing medical malpractice claims expensive and cost prohibitive for most individuals.
In addition, hospitals, doctor’s offices, medical facilities and their liability insurance providers will vigorously defend any medical malpractice claims against them. Without the guidance of an experienced and skilled medical malpractice attorney and the possibility of a lawsuit, there is almost no chance for a fair or just settlement for the victim.
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There’s a reason that our reputation precedes us: our 25-plus year history in Sarasota has garnered us some of the top reviews in the area, from both peers and clients alike. If you are in need of an experienced law firm, with personalized service and a desire to win your case, we’re here for you. Read on to learn more about the key reasons why the law offices of Lutz, Bobo & Telfair, P.A. are considered one of the premier civil trial law firms in Southwest Florida.
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We believe that when you hire an attorney, you should be able to communicate directly with that attorney. At Lutz, Bobo & Telfair, P.A., you’re never treated like a number. We work hard to understand the specifics of your situation and to craft a compelling legal strategy to fight for the best outcome for you.
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