Every year more people are injured as a result of avoidable error during medical treatment. Few pursue a claim. The malpractice insurance industry thrives on the fact that only a few of those injured by the carelessness of healthcare professionals seek compensation. Don't pad the insurance company pocket by inaction, let an
The Claims
Medical malpractice claims include a wide variety of issues. Some of the main examples include:
• a doctor who fails to diagnose cancer or another disease in a timely manner;
• a hospital which negligently allows an unqualified surgeon to operate;
• injuries to children during birth, including brachial plexus injuries, and anoxia (oxygen deprivation);
• injuries to mother during and after birth including eclampsia, toxemia, excessive bleeding after birth;
In all cases, warning signs that you or a loved one has fallen victim to a medical error include unforeseen complications, longer than expected recovery, repeat infections or additional surgeries. Always seek a second opinion if you feel something has gone wrong. Also, quickly seek legal assistance because the time in which to pursue a claim can be as short as one year in certain circumstances.