When a doctor, nurse, or other medical professional makes an unacceptable mistake, it can cause serious harm to patients. Tragically, many patients suffer life-altering consequences or even succumb to their injuries. If your family is reeling from a loss caused by medical error, don’t suffer in silence: Our Parkersburg medical malpractice lawyers can support you during this difficult time.
According to a report by ProPublica, approximately 400,000 deaths each year are caused at least in part by preventable medical mistakes made in hospitals. Errors committed by a health care professional can take many forms, with common examples of medical negligence including:
- Inaccurate or delayed diagnosis
- Prescription medication errors
- Wrong-site and other forms of botched surgery
- Infections caused by unsanitary conditions
- Anesthesia error
Proving substandard care caused a loved one’s death can be difficult. That’s why you need qualified, dedicated representation to handle legal matters while you and your family cope with the tragedy.
If you were hurt or a loved one was killed due to medical malpractice, your family might be entitled to compensation. Our Parkersburg attorneys will investigate your case and take appropriate action against all negligent providers, possibly including the hospital, clinic, or other facility where your family member was treated.
To begin building your medical malpractice case, please contact Jim Leach, L.C., or call 1 304-865-8530 today. We offer no-cost consultations to clients in Parkersburg and other communities throughout West Virginia.