Determining What Went Wrong In Your Case
When you hire our firm, our attorneys immediately set to work investigating the problems that led to your injuries and determining why they occurred. While the list of potential medical errors is seemingly endless, the most common errors leading to litigation include:
- Misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose (especially fatal conditions like heart attacks, strokes and cancer)
- Failure to treat
- Medication errors (problems with administering, dosing or prescribing drugs)
- Injuries suffered during childbirth (harming the baby, the mother or both)
- Surgical errors (operating on the wrong body part, leaving instruments inside the patient, etc.)
- Anesthesia errors
Because the practice of medicine is complex, a malpractice attorney needs to learn as much information as possible about what happened and why. This includes researching what the expected standards of care are and how/why the physician or other medical professional failed to follow them.
Not all law firms possess the skills or resources to conduct this in-depth research. But our attorneys utilize their decades of experience to carefully and fully prepare each medical malpractice case for trial.
What Makes A Bad Outcome Medical Malpractice?
Patients can suffer a bad medical outcome even if physicians made all the right decisions. Therefore, a bad outcome by itself is not an indication of medical malpractice.
- Showing that the doctor (or other health care professional) owed you a duty of care and that care needed to meet an expected standard
- Showing that the health care professional failed to meet that standard of care
- Showing that you suffered injuries (or a loved one died) as a result of the doctor’s substandard medical treatment
- Showing that you suffered injuries, damages and losses due to your injuries (such as medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, etc.)
Medical Malpractice Attorney in Denver
Most medical malpractice cases rely on the testimony of expert witnesses – typically other medical professionals who can explain how a physician’s actions harmfully deviated from the expected standard of care. They can testify that other reasonable physicians facing the same circumstances would have made different decisions and delivered better treatment.
Our firm has cultivated a network of medical professionals who can serve as effective expert witnesses in medical malpractice cases.
Frequently
Asked Questions
If you’ve been injured in an accident, there are several important steps you should take to protect your health and legal rights
- Dial 911 – Emergency Services. Get checked out by emergency responders, even if you think injuries are minor, you should always get evaluated. If the accident involved a motor vehicle, file a report with the police This documentation could be important later on.
- Document the Scene: If possible, take photos of the accident scene, your injuries, and any damage to vehicles or property. Collect contact information from witnesses and others involved in the accident READ MORE…
When involved in a personal injury claim, the process can be very intimidating. Many individuals facing this situation are often dealing with life-altering injuries, high medical bills, financial hardships and find themselves feeling very vulnerable.
Hiring a personal injury lawyer can be beneficial in a variety of situations, particularly when you have sustained significant injuries or damages due to someone else’s negligenceREAD MORE…
After being injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be wondering if you actually need to hire a personal injury lawyer. You would want to consult with an attorney, because in most cases, there will be an opposing party in your case that will be working against you. Choosing the right personal injury lawyer for your case is important to ensure you receive the best possible representation and outcome. Hiring a Denver Personal injury lawyer that specializes in that area of law is crucial, to ensure that you are getting proper representation, and your case is in good hands. Having an experienced lawyer like FIEDLER Trial Lawyers is helpful and provides powerful representation.
Here are some tips to help you choose the right lawyer:READ MORE…
The cost of hiring a personal injury lawyer can vary depending on the lawyer and the specifics of your case. However, personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, which means they only get paid if they win your case. Here’s how the contingency fee structure typically works and other potential costs to consider:
Contingency Fees: Percentage of Recovery: If the lawyer works on a contingency fee basis, they will take a percentage of the settlement or judgment amount you receive if you win your case. This percentage is typically around 33% to 40% but can vary depending on the lawyer and the jurisdiction.
No Win, No Fee: If you do not win your case, the lawyer will not charge you for legal fees. However, there may still be other costs you could be responsible for (discussed below).RAED MORE…
In a personal injury claim, you may be entitled to several types of compensation, also known as damages, to address the losses and injuries you’ve suffered due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing. The types of compensation typically fall into three main categories: economic, non-economic, and, in some cases, punitive damages. Here’s an overview of each:
Economic Damages: These damages are intended to compensate you for actual financial losses resulting from the injury:
Medical Expenses: Compensation for past, current, and future medical costs, including hospital bills, surgeries, medications, rehabilitation, and any other necessary medical treatment. READ MORE…
The value of a personal injury case can vary greatly depending on several factors unique to your situation. Since each case is different, there is no standard formula to calculate the exact value. However, here are some key factors that generally affect the worth of a personal injury case:
Severity of Injuries: The more serious and long-lasting your injuries, the higher the potential value of your case. This includes considering whether your injuries result in permanent disability or disfigurement.
Medical Expenses: Your case will take into account all medical expenses you have incurred, as well as future medical costs related to your injury.
Lost Wages and Earning Capacity: The case can include compensation for lost income due to time off work and any future loss of earning capacity if your injuries affect your ability to work.READ MORE…
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