Sangisetty Law Firm
New Orleans Medical Malpractice Lawyer
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Our health is one of the most important factors in our livelihood and wellbeing, which is why we put our faith and trust in the hands of healthcare professionals when we get sick or injured. Unfortunately, even the most experienced doctor is human, and mistakes can happen, resulting in severe pain, prolonged illness, and even death. When a mistake is the result of poor or inadequate treatment, victims and their families may be able to recover financial compensation.
If you or a loved one has been harmed because of substandard healthcare, a New Orleans medical malpractice lawyer from Sangisetty Law Firm could help you pursue a claim for compensation to help you and your family get through this difficult time. Sangisetty Law Firm has over a decade of experience in healthcare litigation and could guide you through your legal options. We represent individuals not only in New Orleans but throughout Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama in complex medical malpractice claims.
Medical malpractice is a term that refers specifically to when a medical professional fails to provide an appropriate standard of care to a patient, resulting in the patient’s harm.
The practice of medicine is a respected profession, and all healthcare professionals are held to a high standard of care for their patients because of their expertise. That is why a healthcare provider could be held responsible for causing harm to a patient.
There are a wide variety of actions and errors that could fall below the standard. A doctor’s failure to conduct proper due diligence could result in a missed or incorrect diagnosis. A surgeon could make the wrong incision, or even operate on the wrong patient. Nurses may neglect to adequately monitor a patient’s vital signs or fail to accurately document patient activity. These are just some examples of mistakes and errors that could result in serious, and sometimes permanent, harm to a patient.
These errors may involve a wide range of healthcare providers. Some of the most common defendants in medical malpractice cases include:
While not every poor outcome is the result of malpractice, these professionals may be held accountable when care falls below an accepted standard.
If you were hurt due to an error in your healthcare treatment, you may have a claim for financial compensation. While this legal process can be long, a dedicated medical malpractice attorney in New Orleans could help you every step of the way.
Victims of medical malpractice could recover two types of damages related to their injuries: general and specific. General damages refer to non-monetary costs such as emotional distress and the loss of enjoyment of life, while special damages are quantifiable costs—like additional medical treatment, lost wages, and ongoing care.
Medical and healthcare providers usually carry malpractice insurance to cover them in the event they are sued for causing harm to a patient, so it is actually the insurance policy that pays out the claim if it is successful. However, Louisiana Revised Statutes § 40:1231.2 places a cap of $500,000 on the total amount that a patient may recover.
Similarly, Louisiana Revised Statutes § 9:5628 puts a strict time limit on when a malpractice claim must be filed. This window is one year after the act that caused the injury, or one year after the patient discovered the injury. That being said, a claim must be filed within three years from the date of the act regardless of when the injury was discovered.
These limitations are important to know because they could affect how much you may be able to recover in your claim. That is why it is important to consult with a New Orleans lawyer about your healthcare negligence case as soon as possible after getting hurt.
If you believe that you have received inadequate healthcare, talk to a New Orleans medical malpractice lawyer about your case. A well-practiced attorney could help you understand your legal options and determine the best course of action.
You and your family may be able to recover comprehensive financial compensation for your injuries. Call Sangisetty Law Firm now to get started. We are proud to serve individuals and families across Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama who have been harmed by negligent medical care.
