It has been my distinct pleasure and privilege to represent families in Erie. The devastation that results from birth injuries, medical malpractice and catastrophic accidents does not only affect the victim, but also their families, sometimes for generations. There is no greater satisfaction for me and my team than to hold those responsible for your injuries accountable, and to tell my clients they will be justly compensated for their injuries.
More than anything, when I file a personal injury lawsuit for medical malpractice, birth injury or catastrophic injury case, I want to change the way things are done. I want to make sure no one else suffers the same indignity and agony inflicted upon my clients. Furthermore, I have the monetary resources necessary to fight even the largest institutions. I will uncover the truth behind the negligence that caused your injury, a family member’s injury or the birth injury to your child.
Types of Medical Malpractice
Surgical Errors
Surgical errors can occur during a medical procedure when medical professionals, such as surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists, make critical mistakes. These mistakes can involve operating on the wrong body part, leaving surgical instruments inside a patient, or performing an unnecessary surgery. These errors are often at the center of medical malpractice cases. As one of Erie’s top medical malpractice lawyers, I am here to help you if you have been a victim of medical negligence.
Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis
Medical negligence may lead to misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis, which can have serious consequences for patients. If healthcare providers fail to accurately identify a medical condition or disease during a medical procedure, it can result in inappropriate treatment or a missed opportunity for early intervention. A delay or misdiagnosis can be very harmful to you care. Call me today for a free case review because I am here to help.
Medication Errors
Serious problems can happen when medical personnel, including doctors, nurses, or pharmacists, make mistakes in prescribing, administering, or monitoring medications during a medical procedure. Examples of these errors may involve prescribing the wrong medication, incorrect dosages, or failing to consider potential drug interactions. These mistakes are unacceptable, and those at fault must be held accountable.
Anesthesia Errors
When an anesthesiologist administers too much or too little anesthesia, fails to monitor a patient’s vital signs adequately during surgery, or overlooks a patient’s medical history, great harm can be caused. Such errors during a medical procedure can result in complications, and possibly a life-altering personal injury. You’ll need my help because you can’t do this on your own. Call me, and I’ll Make Them Pay!®
Birth Injuries
Birth injuries often result from errors made by doctors or nurses during labor and delivery. These errors may include improper use of forceps or vacuum extractors, failure to perform a timely C-section, or mishandling of newborns. Birth injuries can lead to serious conditions like cerebral palsy or Erb’s palsy.
Hospital-Acquired Infections
Infections may be cause for a personal injury claim. Patients who contract infections while receiving medical care in healthcare facilities, may be a victim of negligent care. These infections may result from improper sterilization techniques, inadequate hand hygiene, or unsanitary conditions within the hospital. It is imperative that hospitals and other medical facilities have extremely clean environments. If you suffered an infection while at the hospital, it is important to call me so we can investigate your claim. Medical facilities and practitioners must be held to a high standard, and must be held accountable.
Failure to Obtain Informed Consent
Healthcare providers have a legal and ethical obligation to obtain informed consent from patients before performing a medical procedure. Failing to adequately inform patients about the risks, benefits, and alternatives of a procedure can be a huge mistake. Not only may you leave the procedure disappointed, but you may have also lost trust in future medical care.
Nursing Negligence
Nursing negligence encompasses actions or omissions by nurses that deviate from the accepted standards of care during a medical procedure. These actions may include failing to administer medication on time, improperly monitoring patients, or not following established protocols. If you suffered a personal injury because of a nurse’s mistake, you need to call me!
Radiology Errors
These errors occur when radiologists misinterpret medical imaging results during a medical procedure, leading to missed diagnoses or incorrect treatment plans. These errors may be due to miscommunication or the radiologist’s lack of expertise, neither of which should go unaccounted. If you have suffered injury because of an error by the radiologist, I’ll Make Them Pay!®
Emergency Room Errors
Emergency room mishaps can result from various factors, including overcrowding, understaffing, or the rush to treat patients quickly during a medical procedure. Errors include misdiagnosis, delays in treatment, or inappropriate discharge, potentially causing harm to patients seeking urgent care.
It is so important that you seek help from an injury attorney when you’ve suffered from medical malpractice. Not just because the medical professional needs to be held accountable, but also because your life needs to be made whole once again. I am here to help you and your family. Call me today, and I’ll Make Them Pay!®
Damages
Medical Expenses
In a medical malpractice lawsuit, you can seek compensation for past and future medical expenses related to the personal injury accident. This includes hospital bills, surgeries, medications, rehabilitation, and any necessary medical treatments. These damages are crucial, as they help you to cover the costs of your ongoing medical care.
Lost Income
As a victim of medical malpractice you may experience lost wages or a diminished earning capacity because of your injuries. You can pursue compensation for the income you couldn’t earn because of the personal injury accident. This financial recovery is designed to help you maintain your financial stability while you are unable to work.
Pain and Suffering
Pain and suffering damages in a medical malpractice suit aim to compensate you for the physical and emotional distress caused by the personal injury accident. These damages acknowledge the non-economic impact of the injury on your life and well-being. I am a top Erie personal injury lawyer, and I am here to help.
Loss of Consortium
In some cases, your spouse or family members may suffer a loss of companionship, love, and emotional support due to your injuries. You may be eligible to seek damages for loss of consortium in a medical malpractice lawsuit, because the impact on your relationships will be recognized.
Wrongful Death Damages
If the medical malpractice results in the death of a family member, surviving family members can file a wrongful death claim in a medical malpractice suit. This is meant to help cover funeral expenses, lost financial support, and provide compensation for the emotional suffering and loss of the deceased person.
Punitive Damages
In cases of extreme negligence or intentional misconduct by medical professionals, punitive damages may be awarded in a medical malpractice lawsuit. These damages are meant to punish the wrongdoer and deter future misconduct, providing a measure of justice to the victim. These punitive damages also help to deter future mistakes.
Loss of Enjoyment of Life
As a personal injury accident victim, you may experience a significant reduction in your ability to enjoy life’s activities due to your injuries. Compensation for loss of enjoyment aims to help you adapt to your new circumstances and find fulfillment in other ways.
Disability and Disfigurement
You may suffer permanent disabilities or disfigurement as a result of medical malpractice, and need to pursue compensation for these damages. These funds can help cover the costs of necessary adaptations to daily life and improve the your quality of life after the injury.
Emotional Distress
Emotional distress damages encompass the psychological and emotional impact of your personal injury accident. You may experience anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress, and compensation for emotional distress can assist in obtaining the therapy and support you need.
Each of these damages in a medical malpractice case serves a specific purpose in helping you recover, whether by covering medical costs, compensating for suffering, or easing financial burdens. For more than 40 years I have helped the great people of Erie, Pa recover compensation for medical malpractice and other types of personal injury. I am here to help! Call me today, and I’ll Make Them Pay!®
I will meet with you any time or place that is convenient for you!
If you or a loved one was the victim of a medical mistake, I will meet with you right away; in your Erie, Pa. home, St. Vincent Hospital, Shriners Hospital, Millcreek Community Hospital, or anywhere you are most comfortable. Your case will become my top priority, and as such, you will have 24/7 access to me because communication is key to a successful outcome.
If I accept your medical malpractice, birth injury, or catastrophic injury case, you won’t pay one cent unless your case is won!
Medical malpractice, birth injury & catastrophic injury cases can get very expensive very quickly. To prove negligence, we have to collect and sort through endless medical records, hire expert witnesses who will verify negligence occurred, and to quantify damages. No matter what it takes, we will cover ALL costs associated with proving your case. It will not cost you one cent because we only get paid when you get paid.
Medical Malpractice FAQs
What is medical malpractice?
Medical malpractice is the negligence or substandard care provided by medical professionals, leading to harm or injury to a patient. This can include misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication mistakes, and other breaches of the standard of care.
How can I determine if I have a medical malpractice case?
To determine if you have a medical malpractice case, you need to call me, on of Erie’s most experienced personal injury attorneys. I will evaluate your situation, considering factors like negligence, causation, and damages, to determine if you have a viable claim.
What are the common types of medical malpractice claims?
Common types of medical malpractice claims include surgical errors, medication errors, birth injuries, misdiagnosis and hospital-acquired infections. These are just a few examples of personal injury cases within the realm of medical malpractice.
How do I find the right medical malpractice lawyer for my case?
You need an attorney with experience, a track record of success , and a commitment to advocating for your rights. You need an attorney who will be there for you day or night, to answer questions and give you support. I am here for you, and you need to call me today for your free consultation.
What damages can I seek in a medical malpractice case?
In a medical malpractice case, you can seek compensation for various damages, including medical bills, medical and funeral expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and in the case of a fatality, wrongful death damages.
What is the role of expert witnesses in a medical malpractice lawsuit?
Expert witnesses play a crucial role in medical malpractice cases. They provide professional opinions on the standard of care, whether the medical professional’s actions deviated from it, and the resulting harm. Their testimony can strongly influence the outcome of personal injury lawsuits.
How long does a medical malpractice case typically take to resolve?
The duration of a medical malpractice case can vary significantly, but it generally takes several months to several years to resolve. Complex cases may take longer, while settlements may occur faster with the guidance of an experienced personal injury attorney.
Can I still file a medical malpractice claim if I signed a consent form before the procedure?
Yes, signing a consent form does not absolve medical professionals of negligence. If the healthcare provider deviated from the standard of care, resulting in harm, you may still have a valid medical malpractice claim. Call me and we can discuss you situation.
If you or a family member was the victim of someone else’s negligence in the Erie, Pa. area, call me at today. I’ll be there for you, and I’ll Make Them Pay!®
