How do I choose the right medical malpractice law firm?
Choosing the right medical malpractice law firm is critical to ensuring your legal rights and compensation are protected. You want a law firm that has experience and a process for evaluating and handling medical malpractice claims. You also want a law firm that will approach your case with compassion. At Dannheisser Injury Law, we have […]
Do I have a medical malpractice case?
Whether you have a medical malpractice case depends on if your health care provider failed to meet the professional standard of care. If they failed to meet the standard of care and it caused injury or death, you may have a medical malpractice claim. As a personal injury law firm, we are required to perform […]
What is my medical malpractice case worth?
The value of your medical malpractice case depends on the severity of your injuries and damages incurred. Devastating injuries that require multiple surgeries and long rehabilitation stints can easily value in the multiple millions of dollars.
Can I sue multiple providers in the same medical malpractice case?
Yes. If multiple healthcare professionals or institutions contributed to the harm, each may be named as a defendant. An example of this would be suing a hospital and the surgeon’s private practice in the event of a surgical error.
Are nursing homes included in medical malpractice?
Yes. If a nursing home’s medical staff or policies cause harm, such as through medication errors or failure to treat conditions, the case may qualify as medical malpractice or nursing home negligence.
How long will my Florida medical malpractice case take?
Medical malpractice cases tend to take two to four years to resolve due to their complexity. Pre-suit investigations, expert reviews, and court proceedings can extend the timeline; however, the process is necessary to ensure a thorough investigation is done, case is built, and compensation is secured.
What happens if I signed a consent form before surgery?
Signing a consent form only provides consent to the treatment you are going to receive and foreseeable after effects. It does not provide consent or permission to act negligently. If a doctor fails to disclose significant risks or makes avoidable mistakes, you may have a claim for medical malpractice.
How much does a Sarasota medical malpractice lawyer cost?
Dannheisser Injury Law handles medical malpractice cases on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay no upfront fees, we cover all costs, and we only get paid if we recover money on your behalf.
What compensation can I recover in a malpractice case?
Compensation may include medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost income, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, and loss of quality of life. In wrongful death cases, families may also recover funeral or burial expenses, loss of companionship, and loss of support. In egregious cases, you may recover punitive damages.
Can I sue Sarasota Memorial Hospital for negligence?
Yes, if Sarasota Memorial Hospital, their health care providers, or another healthcare facility failed to meet proper standards of care, the hospital may be liable. Claims may involve surgical mistakes, unsanitary conditions, inadequate staffing, prescription errors, or others.
