Chicago Medical Negligence Attorneys

Many Forms of Medical Negligence

Given that medical negligence can occur in any medical setting, not just hospitals and doctor’s offices, it can take many different forms and be caused by many different issues. You do not need to spend any more time searching for a law firm that can take your case, even if it is highly complicated or deals with very rare medical mistakes, though. At Hilliard Law, our team can handle virtually any type of medical negligence case. If for whatever reason we are unable to take your case, thanks to our reputation, we can likely refer your case to another law firm that we trust, just as many of our cases start through referrals, too.

We often work on medical negligence cases that involve:

• Drug recalls and medical devices: Pharmaceutical companies and medical device manufacturers are technically part of the medical industry due to the nature and purpose of their products. They are also two of the largest contributors to harm caused by medical negligence. If a drug or medical device puts patients at risk of undisclosed complications or side effects, it might be grounds to file a claim or class action lawsuit against the medical product manufacturer. Our Chicago medical negligence lawyers can also handle cases involving injuries caused by a medical provider who failed to respond appropriately to a drug or medical device recall, putting patients at unfair risk of complications by using a medical product that is known to be unsafe.
• Medical malpractice: Almost a catch-all term, medical malpractice occurs when a medical provider hurts a patient by failing to meet acceptable standards of medical care when another medical provider in the same situation reasonably would have. The defendants in medical malpractice cases can be individual doctors, medical centers, entire healthcare groups, and so on, so it is important to hire reliable legal counsel before starting any such case.
• Nursing home abuse: Seniors living in nursing homes depend on medical treatments and day-to-day care from staff. If substandard care is delivered and an act of neglect or abuse occurs, it is a form of medical negligence that should be met with a lawsuit immediately. Nursing homes accused of neglecting or abusing elderly residents usually only respond when a lawsuit threatens their finances, which is why it is so important to explore your legal options right away if you think your elderly loved one has been abused in a nursing home.

Harm Caused by Medical Negligence

A single incident of medical negligence can have devastating effects on the well-being of patients, leading to various types of harm that can disrupt their lives in significant ways. Our Chicago medical negligence lawyers can work with medical experts to uncover the full extent of the harm that you have suffered due to the mistakes of another medical provider, healthcare group, or medical device or drug manufacturer. The information we discover will be crucial when determining the fair value of your injury claim.

Medical negligence can cause distinct forms of harm and loss, including:

• Physical harm: Mistakes like surgical errors, misdiagnoses, or incorrect medication can cause long-term injuries, chronic pain, or even life-threatening complications. For instance, a misdiagnosis might delay treatment for cancer, worsening the condition.
• Emotional harm: Experiencing medical negligence can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma, especially if trust in healthcare providers is broken. For example, a patient might feel devastated and fearful after a botched surgery that requires further intervention.
• Financial harm: Patients may face significant medical bills for corrective treatments, lost income due to an inability to work, or long-term care expenses. A case like prolonged hospitalization after a surgical error can quickly lead to overwhelming debt, too.

What to Do If You Think You Suffered Medical Negligence

If you believe you’ve been harmed by medical negligence, it’s important to take action quickly if you want to better protect your rights. Addressing the situation can help you seek justice, obtain compensation, and demand accountability from companies and providers in the medical industry.

Try to take these steps if you think you have suffered from medical negligence:

• Seek additional medical care: If you need more medical care to make up for the mistakes of another medical provider, do so. Do not put off necessary medical attention that could put you at further risk of harm.
• Document everything: Keep detailed records of your symptoms, treatments, medical appointments, and any communication with healthcare providers. Copies of medical reports are especially helpful.
• Get a second opinion: Consult another medical professional to assess your condition and determine if the original care was inadequate or harmful.
• Consult a lawyer: Reach out to an attorney from Hilliard Law, who can help you understand what happened, evaluate the details of your case, and determine if you can take legal action.
• Act timely: Be aware of legal deadlines to avoid losing the opportunity to seek compensation. In Illinois, many medical negligence cases are bound by a two-year statute of limitations, but some cases have an even shorter deadline.

Call Our Chicago Medical Negligence Lawyers Now

Don’t wait to explore your legal options after suffering from medical negligence in any of its forms, such as medical malpractice, unsafe medical devices, and nursing home abuse. Hilliard Law can walk you through every step and process, so you feel confident as your case develops. With our roots in Texas, we became some of the toughest trial attorneys in the country. We are proud to continue our tradition of practice excellence by representing our clients with the type of tenacity that Chicago is known for.

Let our Chicago medical negligence attorneys help with your claim or lawsuit. Call (866) 927-3420 and schedule a free case consultation.