Despite best intentions, thousands of people
die every year due to negligent doctors and
hospitals. According to an American Hospital Association study, over 98,000 people died in 1999 alone as a result of medical errors. If you or a loved has been injured at the hands of medical provider, including:
1.
Notify police immediately; let them know your
location and if an ambulance is needed.
2.
Do not move the vehicle unless it is creating
a hazzard and the police tell you to. Note the
position of cars. Copy down license plates.
Errors in surgery
Error in dosage or drug method
Errors in treatment
Equipment or system failures
3.
Do not discuss the accident with others at
the scene or agree to fault. Assist the police
but do not agree to liability - that is a legal
determination.
Errors / delay of diagnosis
Inadequate patient monitoring
Outmoded tests or therapy
Failure in preventative medicine
Contact our offices immediately for a free consultation. Remember, Ohio law limits the time to seek justice for your malpractice claim.
4.
Seek medical treatment immediately as
needed. Go to the local emergency room.
5.
Obtain name of police officer and, if possible,
accident report number. If police do not come,
report the accident to the local police station.
Every year, millions of people are injured in motor vehicle accidents. Unfortunately, many victims find that their insurance company will not fairly reimberse them for medical bills, repairs, and lost wages. You don’t have to face the big insurance company’s adjusters and lawyers alone. Have our legal team represent your family’s needs.
6.
Contact your attorney as soon as you are able.
7.
Contact your insurance carrier within 24 hours.
The information on this website is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. Please consult your attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.
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