If it’s possible that you were harmed by a negligent health care provider, speak with The Law Offices of Lloyd E. Bennett, Esq., P.C. as soon as possible. We can determine if your case is valid in a free case consultation. Call (201) 330-8883 or contact us online today.
In New Jersey, victims of medical malpractice have two (2) years from the day they were injured to file a malpractice claim against their doctor, nurse, or hospital. However, in circumstances where you would not have been able to tell if harm occurred (e.g. failure to diagnose), the window of time resets to two (2) years from the date of discovery. Once your window closes, you will have no way of claiming damages from your health care provider.
The strict deadlines for medical malpractice cases, combined with their complexity and the time-consuming nature of most cases, makes taking quick action vital. Call a personal injury attorney as soon as possible to review your case—a New Jersey medical malpractice lawyer would be able to understand if you have a viable claim, what can be done to fight for your damages, and what you need to do first.
Successful medical malpractice verdicts are rare because hospitals do not want their mistakes being made public—not because malpractice is rare. How often is medical malpractice reported? Studies from the Department of Health and Human Services found that treatment errors and mistakes are only reported in 14% of cases. In other words, nearly 9 in 10 mistakes are never reported to the patient. How common is medical malpractice? In another study, the Journal of the American Medical Association found that medical negligence was the third-leading cause of death in the U.S.
When patients try to file medical malpractice claims, they’re facing a well-prepared litigation machine designed to limit your compensation, keep you quiet, and hold no one responsible for what happened to you. To fight the hospital or medical provider you’ll need a firm that’s well-versed in representing medical malpractice cases. You need our New Jersey medical malpractice attorneys.
When you are harmed by medical malpractice, it is natural to wonder how much your case might be worth. Our attorneys cannot promise a specific outcome, but they can explain the categories of damages that may be available. The value of your case will depend on the severity of your injuries, the impact on your daily life, and the financial consequences you face.
One of the most direct forms of damages involves your medical expenses. This includes the costs of additional treatment needed to correct the malpractice, hospital stays, rehabilitation, medications, and any future care you may require.
If malpractice leaves you unable to work, you may be entitled to recover compensation for the income you have lost during your recovery. In more serious cases, if you cannot return to your profession or your earning capacity is reduced, damages may also cover the loss of future wages.
Beyond financial costs, malpractice often causes lasting physical pain and emotional distress. Damages for pain and suffering aim to account for the discomfort, anxiety, or depression you may experience, as well as the loss of enjoyment of life.
Some malpractice injuries permanently alter your ability to live the way you once did. Compensation in this category recognizes the long-term effects on your independence, relationships, and day-to-day activities.
The New Jersey medical malpractice lawyers at The Law Offices of Lloyd E. Bennett, Esq., P.C. are dedicated to making sure doctors and hospitals pay for the harm they do to their patients. Part of our commitment is our mission to make medical negligence public—and if that’s what your case demands, we’re prepared to try your case. However, 93 percent of malpractice cases resolve outside of court, where we can effectively negotiate for the settlement you need.
Since 1987, our firm has collected tens of millions of dollars for clients. Our medical malpractice firm has the knowledge, resources, and experience to maximize your case’s chance for success. Let us aggressively fight for what you need—beginning immediately after you call us for a free case review.
Call (201) 330-8883 to learn how much your case is worth and what your options are. We’ll give you the honest, straightforward answers you need. Se habla español.
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