Medical Malpractice Compensation
Medical errors are a leading cause of death and injury in the United States. Those who have suffered harm due to a medical professional could be entitled for a substantial amount of compensation.
Economic damages, also known as special damages, are a way to cover the financial losses incurred by a victim. These include past and future medical expenses, income loss, and many more.
Economic Damages
Economic damages compensate you for any financial losses resulting from your injury. This includes medical bills already paid and future care required. They can also include lost earnings if the injuries keep you from working, and other documented financial losses.
Non-economic damages are more difficult to quantify and less tangible. They could be a result of physical suffering and pain or a decline in your quality of life, or your emotional distress. Your lawyer can help you show these losses through witness testimony as well as expert financial analysts and other evidence such as medical documents and records of your injuries.
The earliest documented case of medical malpractice was Stratton in v. Swanlond in 1374, that established the foundations of breach of duty between a physician and a patient. It was also the first lawsuit involving medical malpractice to award damages to plaintiffs.
Surviving damages are available to victims for the time period from the time of the accident until their death. These damages can include medical expenses and lost income in addition to non-economic damages such as mental trauma, disfigurement or loss of enjoyment of living.
Other damages could be available in the event that a doctor Vimeo mistakes in diagnosing or performing unnecessary procedures. If the doctor’s actions are particularly severe for example, when they perform unnecessary surgery to make profit or for their own sexual enjoyment, punitive damages might be awarded.
A court can also award compensation for any alternative treatment that is required but not due to medical negligence. This might have included a more conservative surgical procedure or another course of treatment that could have prevented your injuries.
ralston medical malpractice lawyer Caps for Malpractice
As the number of fraudulent malpractice claims grew numerous states passed laws that place caps on damages in malpractice cases. Limits on damages limit the amount of money you can receive from the jury if your claim is deemed to be excessive or unreasonable.
Most states have caps on general and special damages. However, some states only restrict damages that are not economic. You must present convincing and convincing evidence to be successful in your medical malpractice claim, regardless of the amount of caps.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment if you’ve been victimized by medical negligence. Our experienced lawyers can assist you assess the value of your claim and assist you pursue an equitable settlement or verdict. If your case is taken to trial, we will fight for your rights in the courtroom. Call our offices in San Diego and Phoenix, or complete the online form to get started. We handle all types of medical malpractice cases throughout the United States. Our firm is committed to helping clients receive the maximum compensation for their injuries. We represent victims of negligence in California Arizona Washington Oregon Illinois Texas and Tennessee. We can travel to meet clients at a place that is convenient for them.