Lawyers often rely on expert testimony in medical malpractice claims to support their clients’ cases. However, it is not always easy to find an appropriate healthcare professional to provide this testimony. Some healthcare professionals do not wish to be involved in lawsuits, and others may be unavailable. Regardless of the reason, it is important that lawyers seek a healthcare expert who is willing to be part of your case.
The attorneys at The Advocates Legal expert for doctor lawsuits in Seattle are experienced in handling complex medical malpractice cases. They are committed to fighting for the rights of their clients and obtaining fair compensation for their injuries. The firm has been in business since 1991 and works on a wide range of personal injury matters, including medical malpractice claims.
Like everyone else, doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals make mistakes. However, these errors are sometimes serious and can cause permanent injuries or even death. These mistakes could include a misdiagnosis, administration of the wrong medicine, surgical errors, failure to follow up on patient progress, and more.
Medical malpractice claims are very different from other types of negligence lawsuits. In a malpractice claim, you must prove that the healthcare provider deviated from the accepted standard of care. This standard of care is based on the medical community’s knowledge, experience and current trends. A medical expert can help you determine whether the defendant’s actions are likely considered malpractice by analyzing your case and determining what was reasonably expected of them under the circumstances.
Many healthcare providers defend themselves against malpractice claims by arguing that the injuries could have been foreseeable. If you are able to show that the healthcare provider was negligent and your injuries were reasonably foreseeable, you have a strong case for damages.
Most malpractice cases are settled in mediation rather than going to trial. Settlements are typically more favorable for the injured plaintiff and also avoid the time, cost and uncertainty of a trial. However, it is still critical to have strong evidence that the medical professional acted negligently in order to receive an award.
An expert witness can help you build your case and prove that the medical professional acted negligently. A healthcare expert can provide a Certificate of Merit that attests that they reviewed your case and believed that the defendant’s actions likely constitute malpractice. This proof is critical to winning a medical malpractice lawsuit.
If you believe that a doctor, nurse or other healthcare professional harmed you, contact a Seattle medical malpractice lawyer at Colburn Law for advice. The firm has over 40 years of combined legal experience and handles cases that involve medical malpractice, hospital negligence, birth injuries, anesthesia errors, prescription mix-ups, and more. The firm represents victims throughout the Seattle area and has won multi-million dollar verdicts. It also provides free consultations and services in both English and Spanish.
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