Failure to Diagnose

In most cases, medical doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals provide the highest standard of care. But when they fall short of that standard through mistakes or negligence, it is called "medical malpractice." If you or a member of your family has been the victim of medical malpractice, you need to seek qualified legal counsel.

Because medical malpractice is such a serious violation of a patient's rights, there are strict laws to protect the victims. These laws maintain a system of checks and balances in the medical community, and ensure that physicians, nurses, medical technicians, hospitals and other healthcare professionals are held accountable for their actions.

The following criteria must be met in a medical malpractice case:

• A healthcare provider such as a physician, nurse or hospital was responsible for the patient's care.
• The quality of care given to the patient was below acceptable medical standards.
• Due to medical negligence or mistakes, damages to the patient occurred.

Malpractice lawsuits generally require testimony from expert witnesses such as a doctor who specializes in the same type of medicine as the person accused of medical malpractice. Medical issues in these cases are highly complex, and require expert attorneys on both sides. In most cases, the accused healthcare provider is well-insured, and the insurance company's legal counsel is exceptional. Therefore, it is imperative that the victim hire the right firm for this difficult and complicated type of case.

Ask to see the firm's track record to determine its experience and expertise in this area of law. At Heygood, Orr, Reyes & Bartolomei, our track record speaks for itself. We've helped hundreds of victims get the fair and just compensation they deserved for the pain and devastation caused by medical malpractice. We'll help you determine if your case warrants legal action, and there is no charge for handling your case. We are paid only after you receive compensation for the horrible tragedy you've endured as a result of medical malpractice.

The following are typical concerns of victims of medical malpractice:

Timeliness of your case
Many people are concerned about how long they have to file a lawsuit after being victims of malpractice. We can help you determine if your case legally meets the time frame specified by law in your state.
Going to trial
Although some cases do ultimately go to trial, many are settled out of court.
Length of lawsuit
Malpractice cases can be delayed in the courts by insurance companies in order to postpone payment to the victim. At Heygood, Orr, Reyes, Pearson & Bartolomei, we do everything possible to prevent these types of delays.
Costs involved
You pay no out-of-pocket expenses to our firm for trying your case. We receive a percentage of the compensation awarded by the courts for your case.
What your case is worth
Compensation to the victim typically includes monies awarded for pain and suffering, medical expenses, treatment of the injury caused by malpractice and and reimbursement of past, present and future expenses that occurred as a result of the injury.

If you believe you or a member of your family has suffered as a result of medical malpractice, please fill out our Case Review Contact Form to the right on this page to find out what your case is worth.

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