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Medical Malpractice Compensation

medical malpractice lawsuits errors are a major cause of injury and deaths in the United States. Patients who have been injured by a health professional could be entitled to compensation that is substantial.

Economic damages, sometimes referred to as special damages, cover the financial losses incurred by a victim. This includes future and past medical costs in addition to lost income and other.

Economic Damages

Economic damages pay for the financial costs associated with your injury, including medical care that has already been paid for, as well as future care that is necessary. You can also seek economic damages for lost wages if the injuries make it impossible to work.

Non-economic damages, also referred to as general damages, are less tangible and are more difficult to quantify in a dollar amount. These damages can include physical pain and discomfort, a reduction in quality of life, or emotional stress. Your lawyer can help prove your losses using witness testimony experts, financial analysts who are experts, and other evidence, such as medical records and documentation of your injuries.

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

Surviving damages are available to victims for the that follows the malpractice up to their death. These damages could include medical costs and lost income, as well as non-economic damages, such as mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life, or disfigurement.

Other damages are possible If a doctor fails to diagnose your condition or performs unneeded procedures. Punitive damages can be awarded when the negligence of your doctor is particularly grave. For example, if they perform unnecessary procedures to earn money or for sexual pleasure.

In addition to the monetary awards mentioned above A court may also give compensation for the cost of any alternative treatment that would have been required but for the medical negligence. This might include a more conservative surgical procedure or a different course of treatment that could have potentially prevented your injuries.

Medical Malpractice Caps

As the number of malpractice cases increased, a number of states passed laws that limit damages in malpractice cases. These caps limit the amount of money you can receive from jurors if your case is found to be unreasonable or unreasonable.

Most states limit both general and special damages. However, some places have a limit on damages that are not economic. Whatever the number of caps, you will require strong and convincing evidence to win your medical malpractice claim.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation if you have been the victim of medical malpractice. Our experienced lawyers can assist you determine the value of your claim, and help you negotiate a fair settlement, or a favorable verdict. If your case is taken to trial, we will fight for your rights in the courtroom. Contact our offices in San Diego and Phoenix, or complete the online form to start the process. We handle all types of medical malpractice cases across the United States. Our firm is committed to helping clients receive the maximum compensation for their injuries. We represent victims of medical malpractice in California, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, Illinois, Texas, and Tennessee. We can visit clients in their homes or offices.