Medical Malpractice Settlement
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Medical malpractice lawsuits are either tried in court or settled out of court. Usually a medical malpractice settlement is beneficial to both parties involved since it helps to avoid a lengthy and costly court trial. Although a medical malpractice settlement is often preferable, it is not always easy to come by – This is why it’s crucial that you choose an experienced medical malpractice attorney who has a history of successful settlement negotiations.
Burke & Eisner: Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Over the course of the 15 years since our firm’s founding, we have negotiated millions of dollars of medical malpractice settlements for our clients. However, we are experienced litigators as well as negotiators, and when cases have gone to trial, we have worked hard to secure favorable jury verdicts for our clients.
Whether a medical malpractice settlement is reached out of court or a case is tried in court, we strive to ensure our clients are compensated for their:
- Past and future lost wages
- Past and future treatment expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Other damages
Are You Eligible for Compensation?
The only way to truly know if you are eligible to receive compensation is to have your claim evaluated by a medical malpractice attorney. You should have an attorney evaluate your claim as soon as possible after an injury is sustained due to a:
- Surgical error – an instrument or gauze was left in the body, the wrong body part was removed or operated on, etc.
- Laboratory error – an x-ray was misread, biopsy results were misinterpreted, blood samples were mixed up
- Medication mistake – overdose, under-dose, wrong medication was administered
- IV error
- Mistake made during labor and delivery
- Diagnostic or treatment error – cancer was not diagnosed or misdiagnosed, for example
- Other mistake made by a healthcare worker
Individuals with medical malpractice claims only have a certain amount of time to file a lawsuit. Therefore, the sooner you get in touch with an attorney after you suspect negligence, the better.
If you have a case, the attorney may be able to negotiate a medical malpractice settlement on your behalf. However, it’s possible that your case may end up going to trial if a medical malpractice settlement cannot be reached.
Ask Us about a Medical Malpractice Settlement
Our attorneys are available to discuss your possible medical malpractice claim and answer any questions you may have about how to secure a medical malpractice settlement. Contact us today - we offer free claim evaluations.
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