A Medical Malpractice Attorney Can Help You Get Compensation For Your Surgical Error
When you undergo surgery, you assume the procedure will be safe. You will likely choose a surgeon who is experienced and competent, but what happens if there is an accident or surgical error? Some surgical errors are small and do not harm the person or slow recovery, but others are serious and can leave a person permanently disfigured or handicapped. If this has happened to you or someone you know, you may be entitled to compensation. A medical malpractice attorney can help you.
Types Of Surgical Errors
Although most surgeries are safe, anything can go wrong during a procedure. Doctors and surgeons are trained to handle common errors and problems, but those that are rare or more severe can be harder to treat. Some of examples of surgical errors include,
- Anesthesia Errors
- Foreign Objects Left Behind
- Infections
- Nerve Damage
- Incision Errors
- Medication Errors
- Operating On The Wrong Person
How Can An Attorney Help Me?
If you have been injured because of a surgical error, you should talk to an attorney. Your attorney can help you determine if your case is considered medical malpractice and whether or not you are entitled to compensation. Your attorney can also help you file the necessary paperwork and help you negotiate a settlement. If your case goes to court, your attorney will represent you.
Get Help With Your Medical Malpractice Case Today
When you undergo surgery you don’t expect to become injured or for a surgical error to occur, but they can happen and when they do people can get hurt. If you were injured as a result of a surgical error, contact a medical malpractice attorney at the Hayes Lorenzen Law Firm today at [custom:phone].