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Despite great advances in both training and education, doctors are still capable of human errors and human carelessness. Due to the importance of their positions, however, a doctor’s negligence can often result in serious injury or even a wrongful death. This is why the courts in every jurisdiction of the United States have strict and extensive rules and regulations, in addition to common law, regarding the nature, content and scope of medical malpractice. In part, these rules and regulations have been created to encourage doctors to use the highest levels of care that are available in their treatment of patients.
In a recent news article, CNN’s chief medical corespondent, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, listed hospital errors and infections at hospitals as one of “America’s 9 biggest health issues.” While statistics show that less people are dying from medical errors now than in the past, approximately 200,000 Americans still die annually from preventable medical errors, including harmful facility-acquired conditions, and millions more experience errors causing injuries other than death. Furthermore, medical errors cost the United States nearly $20 billion a year, the vast majority of which expenditures come from additional medical costs that are necessitated by these mistakes in professional care. Unfortunately, this cost is usually paid by the victim of the error, and often without the aid of insurance. That is one of the many reasons why it is crucial to have strong legal representation to protect and uphold your interests after a medical error.
If you or a family member have experienced injuries, including pain and suffering, due to the negligence of your doctor, you may be entitled to substantial compensation. Massachusetts medical malpractice victims are generally awarded money compensation for lost wages, medical expense reimbursement and rehabilitation expenses, among other damages. We are experts in the field. Call us at 617-787-3700, 24/7, or email us at info@gilhoylaw.com. Time may be a factor in pursuing your claim, so please contact us today!
