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Legal Representation for Your Medical Malpractice Lawsuit

Doctors and surgeons are trained professionals, but they're also still human and can make mistakes. In fact, medical mistakes cause thousands of deaths and injuries in the United States every year. If you or a loved one has been injured due to the negligence of a healthcare provider, you need a medical malpractice lawyer. Cardone Law Firm can help. We are experienced in medical malpractice law, and we serve all over New Orleans, LA.

In Louisiana, medical malpractice cases are built on the concept of the doctor-patient relationship, which states that healthcare providers have a duty of care to their patients, requiring them to provide a reasonable standard of care.

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Medical Malpractice

Claims Process

Talk to a Lawyer

If you feel you’ve been harmed due to medical malpractice, you should consider calling an attorney right away. While you may be able to resolve the issue without hiring a lawyer, it’s a good idea to consult with an attorney first to ensure you take the right steps to resolve your issue. Depending on how you’ve been treated by medical professionals, you may have different options.

01

STEP

Talk to Your Doctor

After you’ve confirmed with an attorney that it’s the right step for your case, you should consult with the medical professional involved in the incident. In some cases, healthcare providers may be willing to offer free treatment to resolve issues caused by their own mistakes. This is more likely in cases with minor harm and is less common in cases of serious injuries.

02

STEP

Independent Evaluation

If your original medical provider is unwilling or unable to address their mistakes, it’s time for an independent medical evaluation. If you haven’t spoken to an attorney yet, be sure to consult with one now to advise as to which provider you should see for this follow-up care. Getting an evaluation is essential for both proving your claims and determining how much compensation you may be owed.

03

STEP

Filing a Lawsuit

At this point, your New Orleans medical malpractice attorney might recommend filing a lawsuit. If you plan on filing a medical malpractice suit, it’s critical that you have an experienced team of legal professionals by your side. We can help you gather key evidence, expert witnesses, and relevant medical records to strengthen your claim for compensation.

04

STEP

Negotiations

After a suit has been filed, your lawyer will enter into settlement negotiations with the legal representatives of the at-fault party. During these negotiations, we will attempt to get you a settlement covering all of your losses and damages, including lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering. Our New Orleans medical malpractice lawyers are ready to fight for maximum compensation.

05

STEP

Trial

If your attorney and the representatives of the defendant are unable to reach a satisfactory settlement agreement, then your case will usually go to trial. It’s important to note that the vast majority of personal injury cases are settled outside of court, long before a trial. If your case does go to trial, the process could last anywhere from a few months to several years, depending on the complexity of your case.

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STEP
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Medical Malpractice

basics

Types

Compensation

Liability

How do you know whether your injury was from a medical mistake? Sometimes, it can be hard to tell. Some of the most common mistakes can include:

  • Anesthesia errors
  • Delayed diagnosis or misdiagnosis 
  • Prescription and medication errors
  • Surgical errors
  • Birth injuries and errors

Whether your doctor accidentally damaged a part of your body, failed to take appropriate tests, or gave you the wrong medicine, they should be held liable for your suffering. If you're unsure about the cause of your pain and suffering, give us a call. We can investigate the situation for you.

Financial relief for medical malpractice generally falls into two categories: economic and non-economic damages:

Economic Damages

  • Medical expenses
  • Lost wages
  • Reduced earning power
  • Funeral costs

Non-Economic Damages

  • Disfigurement
  • Pain and suffering
  • Reduced quality of life
  • Lost relationships
You may assume that only doctors can be held liable for medical errors, but that's not always true. The hospital or healthcare facility may also be at fault for your suffering (including the hospital staff, like nurses, physician assistants, and other medical professionals). Pharmaceutical companies may also be held liable if they made mistakes providing your medication.

A New Orleans medical malpractice lawyer can help you figure out who is liable in your case, gather evidence, and build a strong case for relief.

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Cliff Cardone has over 50 years of experience serving residents of New Orleans, LA. He uses those decades of experience to provide compassionate, effective, and professional legal services. He strives to build trust with each client and will stand by your side during your medical malpractice case.

The general rule is that doctors and healthcare providers need to get informed consent from patients before treating them. This means they should explain what could happen to the patient’s body and well-being as a result of treatment, including risks and benefits. Keep in mind that simply proving you did not give informed consent for treatment is not enough to prove malpractice. To learn more about how and if you can prove malpractice in your case, you should consult with a capable lawyer.

Under Louisiana law, malpractice is defined as “any unintentional [harm] or any breach of contract based on health care or professional services rendered, or which should have been rendered, by a health care provider, to a patient, including failure to render services timely…” In other words, it includes any kind of harm or breach of contract from a healthcare provider to a patient.

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