Medical Malpractice Attorney - Chicago, Illinois
When we go to a doctor or hospital, we trust we will receive the best possible care. Unfortunately, doctors can and do make mistakes — often with tragic consequences. Nearly 100,000 people die each year from preventable medical errors. In some studies, the rate is higher. When malpractice occurs, health professionals must be held accountable for their negligence.
Medical Malpractice - The Standard of Care
Within each specialty, there are certain standards every doctor, nurse, or other health professional must follow. This is commonly referred to as the “standard of care.” Medical malpractice arises when a health professional’s conduct falls below the standard of care, resulting in injury or death. Health professionals include physicians, nurses, dentists, nursing home staff, and therapists.
Common Medical Mistakes by Doctors and Other Health Professionals
Medical mistakes by doctors and other health professionals occur for a vareity of reasons and under a variety of circumstances. The following is a list of common medical mistakes:
- Surgical errors
- Medication errors
- Anesthesia errors
- Birth injuries
- Failure to diagnose
- Failure to treat
- Delayed treatment
- Improper treatment
Medical Malpractice - Compensatory Damages
Medical malpractice can cause temporary injuries, permanent injuries, or death. Depending upon the injuries, a plaintiff may seek recovery for pain and suffering, disability, disfigurement, medical expenses, and lost wages. If death results, the heirs of the decedent may seek compensation for pain and suffering the decedent may have experienced before death. The heirs may also recover damages for grief and sorrow, loss of companionship, moral guidance, and financial support.
Chicago Medical Malpractice Attorney
Whether someone is a victim of medical malpractice is often a complicated question. Therefore, it is critical to choose a medical malpractice attorney with the knowledge, skill, and dedication to prosecute your case effectively. Chicago medical malpractice lawyer, Jason M. Kroot, has successfully recovered over 25 million dollars in settlements and verdicts for his clients, while providing the highest degree of personal service. If you or a loved one suffered serious injury or death because of potential medical malpractice, we invite you to contact Kroot Law, LLC, a Chicago medical malpractice law office, for a free consultation.