Hospital/Nursing Negligence
A fact about hospital negligence
In July 2004, a Colorado-based healthcare analysis company released findings from a study on hospital errors. According to HealthGrades Inc., whose analysts reviewed Medicare data in all 50 states, medical errors cause 195,000 deaths a year.
Hospital errors can be catastrophic
A mistake or negligence in a hospital can lead to permanent injury and death. At The Lawrence Firm, PSC, we are dedicated to helping the victims and families of hospital malpractice obtain justice and compensation for the injury done to them.
If you or a family member has experienced the consequences of negligence or malpractice in a hospital, contact The Lawrence Firm, PSC, to learn how we can assist. Call our Ohio or Kentucky office at 1-800-698-4054.
Examples of hospital malpractice
We have received many referrals from nurses and others who have observed neglect or malpractice in the hospitals where they worked. Whether medical professionals refer them or they find us themselves, our clients come to us with a wide range of injuries and illnesses caused by negligence and errors, such as:
- Medication errors by in-hospital pharmacy, nurses and physicians
- Emergency room errors
- Failure to diagnose
- Anesthesia mistakes
- Failure to monitor or take action about changes in vital signs
- Failure to review test results
- Failure to intervene
- Failure to communicate
- Nursing errors
- Care provider unfamiliar with the patient
- Wrongful death
- Failure to train nurses and staff
- Failure to maintain equipment
- Negligence in the granting of privileges to physicians
- Negligent credentialing
Using our resources to build a strong case
Many problems such as these are the result of staffing shortages and resulting overwork to nurses and others caring for patients in hospitals. However, this is not an excuse for the illness, injury or wrongful death you or your loved one suffered. Our attorneys are devoted to finding out what happened and how the hospital negligence occurred. We help families receive compensation to ease the burden of caring for injured family members or for the unexpected loss of a loved one.
Our firm has medical professionals on staff and access to a wide network of specialists with whom we consult on matters related to care received in a hospital setting. Please contact us today to learn how our lawyers can help you and your loved one.
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