Building a Strong Medical Malpractice Case
The first step in pursuing a medical malpractice lawsuit is discussing the potential merit of your case with a medical malpractice attorney. There are a number of factors that must be present for a legal action to advance, including the presence of negligence or recklessness on the part of a medical professional, and if these are found, you may be able to seek financial compensation for damages.
The Pennsylvania medical malpractice attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., are passionately committed to helping their clients to hold negligent doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers accountable for preventable medical errors. These mistakes can have a serious adverse effect on a patient’s health and are likely to complicate his or her life by requiring further treatment, missed time at work, or other unpleasant consequences. Contact us today at 610-667-7511 for a free consultation.
Preparing for Trial
The information needed to present a strong medical malpractice case will depend on kind of failure that occurred. Hospital negligence will require a very different kind of investigation into injuries that occurred in an assisted living center, for example:
- Evidence – An attorney can help gather information by examining a patient’s medical records and comparing a doctor’s actions to those that would be taken by a reasonable professional.
- Financial documents – Keeping track of medical bills will be essential in determining a fair amount of compensation for pain and suffering. Moreover, an evaluation of current and projected loss of income must be conducted to ensure that those needs are also properly met.
- Expert Witnesses – Due to the complexities of the medical field, the testimony of another doctor who is qualified as an expert witness in the field to prove that the injury was caused by negligence.
Contact Us
If you have been harmed due to the negligence of a doctor, nurse, or other medical professional, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact the Pennsylvania medical malpractice attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511.