Your medical malpractice case is unique to you, but you’re facing the same issues other victims like you face: bills and expenses related to your injury. When a doctor, nurse, or medical facility make mistakes during your treatment, it’ll take money to correct them. The anguish and pain you experience because of malpractice can add to your agony. You might not be able to work. These damages can start to add up.
Finding a top-rated personal injury lawyer in Chicago to handle your medical malpractice claim is crucial. They’ll give you straightforward answers, keep you informed about your options, and look out for your best interests. They’ll be working for you, not themselves.
The Staver team is ready to help you prove negligence led to your injuries, help you calculate your losses, and file your medical malpractice claim. If the liable party or their insurer refuses to make you a fair offer, we’re ready to fight for justice in court so that you get fair compensation.
Our Chicago medical malpractice attorneys fight every day for our clients. We’ve handled all kinds of malpractice claims. We’ve helped good people deal with their catastrophic injuries and helped them recover millions in compensation.
Illinois reported the fourth highest number of medical malpractice payouts in the US. According to Forbes, one in three providers is sued for medical malpractice because they provided care that was below professional standards.
Medical malpractice is considered the third-highest cause of death in the US, causing around 251,000 deaths every year. If you’ve suffered because of an unprofessional medical provider or because of a negligent doctor, you should call our Chicago medical malpractice lawyers.
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We’ll start looking over your case by discussing the details with you to find out what happened. Your first consultation will provide us a starting point to investigate your claim to maximize your settlement.
Illinois is an at-fault state, which means you can file a third-party liability claim. We’ll establish a timeline and help pinpoint who shared liability for your incident. Your claim will be built on evidence of negligence, so we’ll find evidence to prove your provider delivered service below the medical standard of care, and how that caused your injuries.
Your claim’s value will be based on the injuries you suffered during your treatment. You can pursue monetary and non-monetary damages. We’ll review your losses and help you calculate the compensation you’re owed.
You can pursue damages for your medical bills, lost wages, other out-of-pocket expenses, pain and suffering, diminished quality of life, or emotional distress.
We’ll inform the at-fault parties and their insurance company that you’re filing a claim, giving the reasons and the amount you’re demanding. Malpractice claims should not be rushed. We’re prepared to stand up to an insurer trying to get your claim cleared up quickly.
We won’t let you get bullied into taking a lowball settlement. You deserve a fair settlement when someone’s negligence harms you. We’ll hold all those accountable responsible for their actions.
Medical malpractice insurance companies and health providers want malpractice claims to go away. They might offer you a settlement so you’ll accept it and close the claim. But our experienced trial lawyers won’t accept an offer that doesn’t cover your losses.
Not every case needs to go to court, but we’re prepared for that possibility so we can fight for the compensation you deserve. We’ll handle all the communication between the liable parties and their insurers. You’ll be able to focus on your recovery, and we’ll keep you updated to developments.
Don’t hesitate to contact Staver. We offer free consultations.
Medical malpractice attorney Jared Staver explains how surgical errors, an example of medical malpractice, can disrupt your life. He explains what you can do to reclaim compensation for your losses.
If you or a loved one are hurt in a Chicago medical malpractice event, you deserve qualified representation to ensure you get the maximum settlement available. The Staver Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C., are located downtown in the Republic Bank building next to St. Peter’s Catholic Church. Call us to schedule your free initial consultation.
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When you see a medical care provider, you expect their help to make you get better, not get worse. Unfortunately, that’s not always what happens. When their treatment harms you, you deserve compensation. Remember these key points to protect and preserve your claim.
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In Illinois, the statute of limitations for a medical malpractice case is two years after you become aware of the negligent act. That might sound like a lot of time, but the longer you wait to file a claim, the lower chance you have to win the settlement you need. Memories fade and evidence disappears with time.
Also, it’s critical to remember that you lose the chance to file a claim four years after the alleged malpractice, no matter when you become aware of the negligence that harmed you.
When someone else is responsible for your injuries or the death of your loved one due to medical malpractice, you have the right to be compensated. A fair and full medical malpractice settlement should consider how your life has been affected, and include all of your economic and non-economic damages.
Economic damages in medical negligence claim can easily be proven with documentation such as pay stubs, bank statements, and other financial records. Economic malpractice losses include:
Non-economic damages after a preventable medical error are harder to value, but should be considered in your total claim. They include:
Not every medical error can be considered malpractice. Some examples of medical malpractice include:
Talk to one of our Chicago medical malpractice lawyers to determine if you suffered and how big a settlement you can pursue.
In personal injury cases, someone is negligent when they fail to behave in a way that a reasonable person would have in the same situation. Either they behaved recklessly, or they failed to act, and someone was hurt because of that.
To win your insurance claim, you’ll need to prove the defendant was negligent by showing:
Let’s imagine you were having a regular check-up with your doctor. They notice symptoms that could indicate a serious ailment, but neglect to inform you. You leave your appointment and become ill in the months following. You find out your doctor kept their concerns to themselves because they didn’t want to complete tests.
Your suffering ties directly to their inaction and misdiagnosis. Their actions were well below the necessary standard of care.
Your case will be built on evidence to show your medical care was substandard and caused you harm. Useful evidence will include medical records, photos of your injuries, expert testimony from other doctors, and financial records showing you’ve lost money because of your subpar treatment.
Keeping a medical journal about your symptoms and experiences can support your claim.
It all starts with a free consultation.
If your relative passed away due to the harm caused by a health care provider, then you may have a valid wrongful death claim. These claims are slightly different than typical personal injury lawsuit. However, you can still win money to cover medical expenses, pain and suffering your loved one experienced, estate administration costs, funeral and burial expenses, and more.
You may seek medical treatment for a number of injuries and illnesses, and negligence of a health care provider can both make those conditions worse and cause new injuries and illnesses. Common claims we have represented include birth injuries, brain injuries, nursing home injuries, surgical errors, misdiagnosis, and more. Our law firm has experience with all types of medical malpractice injuries, so we will know how to handle your case.
Medical malpractice is common in healthcare institutions, such as hospitals, surgery centers, trauma centers, nursing homes, and even in-office procedures at doctor offices. We can handle your case, even if it’s against an insurance company protecting a large hospital, such as the Thorek Memorial Hospital or AMITA Health.
Surgical centers are also a common place for medical malpractice. Sometimes those locations do not have the procedures in place to prevent negligence by health care providers. Some surgical centers in Chicago include Belmont Harlem Surgery Center and River North Sameday Surgery.
If you think that medical malpractice has caused your injuries or those of a loved one, you should immediately contact a Chicago medical malpractice attorney. We may also report the situation to the Illinois Health Care Bureau, which offers online complaint forms, or you can call 1-877-305-5145 to report a problem.
Like drivers need car insurance, medical providers can purchase malpractice insurance coverage. These policies offer liability insurance to healthcare professionals against injury claims and medical negligence. Doctors, therapists, nurses, and other professionals can purchase protection.
If you’re considering a medical malpractice claim, there are several things you should consider and discuss with an attorney because not every medical mistake is an example of malpractice.
For example, insurance or the individual in question might not be held liable if you refused medical treatment on religious grounds, suffered typical complications to a procedure, or refused to follow a doctor’s recommendations following a procedure.
If you’re considering hiring a Chicago attorney for medical malpractice, there are a number of defenses you should first consider that are available to doctors, other professionals, and institutions. For example, they might not be held liable if you refused medical treatment on religious grounds, or refused to follow a doctor’s recommendations following a procedure.
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We understand you’re under financial pressure. After a Chicago medical malpractice incident, you’ll need a substantial settlement to cover your expenses, including non-monetary damages like pain and suffering. That’s where Staver steps in. Let us strengthen your accident claim and pursue EVERYTHING you’re owed.
