Southern Illinois Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Our law firm has deep, successful experience in the field of medical malpractice. We represent victims and families exclusively, driven by their financial and personal needs as well as the necessity of holding medical professionals accountable for mistakes made due to negligence.
Surgery always brings some level of risk, and allegations of surgical errors require intense evaluation. Our lawyers are prepared to investigate and understand what happened, with an eye to our likelihood of success with a medical malpractice claim.
Separating Known Risks and Complications from Medical Negligence
Applying solid legal and medical insight to surgical error cases, we deal with key issues including:
- Whether a clear surgical error occurred or the outcome of a procedure can be fairly described as a "recognized complication"
- Whether the prevailing standard of care was violated in the view of other knowledgeable, experienced doctors
- Issues involving lack of informed consent
Knowledge Across the Spectrum of Surgical Mistakes
Our law firm has a distinguished track record in complex cases, and our attorneys are known for standing up for patients' rights. We are prepared to investigate a full spectrum of surgical error cases and allegations including:
- Operation on the wrong body part, damaging other organs and tissue, or an incorrect choice of surgical method
- Improper reaction to a complication or improper surgical technique during the procedure
- Anesthesia overdose, allergic reaction or other surgical medication errors
Throughout southern and central Illinois, you can turn to us for caring attention and legal guidance after a suspected surgical error harms you or a family member. Our Belleville surgical errors lawyers are here to help.
