Medical Malpractice Lawyer
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider fails to meet the accepted standard of care, resulting in harm to a patient. We know that the trauma endured is much more serious than just monetary concerns. Medical malpractice can completely change your life.
Whether the malpractice has led to an injury or death, you are likely entitled to compensation for the damages that have been suffered.
OlsenDaines has an experienced team of attorneys on hand in Oregon and Washington state that is ready to help you with your case. We deal with medical malpractice regarding surgical mistakes, birth trauma, recovery
negligence, nursing home negligence, prescription mistakes, and much more.
What Counts as Medical Malpractice in Washington State and Oregon?
In both Oregon and Washington State, medical malpractice can take many forms, including:
- Surgical Errors: Operating on the wrong body part, leaving surgical instruments inside a patient, or performing an unnecessary procedure.
- Diagnostic Failures: Misdiagnosing a condition, failing to diagnose entirely, or significantly delaying a diagnosis that leads to worsened outcomes.
- Medication Mistakes: Prescribing the wrong medication, incorrect dosages, or failing to account for dangerous drug interactions.
- Birth Injuries: Trauma to the mother or child during delivery due to negligent care, improper use of delivery tools, or failure to respond to fetal distress.
- Anesthesia Errors: Administering too much or too little anesthesia, or failing to review a patient’s medical history for potential complications.
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Our appointments are free until you file and your concerns are addressed!How an Attorney Can Help You
Navigating a medical malpractice case can be overwhelming, especially when you’re already dealing with the physical and emotional toll of an injury. It’s important that you contact us as soon as possible so we can take the appropriate steps to get you compensation for your malpractice case.
We understand the tactics that hospitals, doctors, and insurance companies use to minimize their liability, and we know how to counter them effectively. Do not sign anything before you talk with us. Insurance companies will try to control the course of your case.
We will review all of the facts, providing you with professional advice regarding how to move forward. From negotiating fair settlements to representing you in court (if necessary), we fight tirelessly to make sure you receive the full compensation you deserve.
Get the Compensation You Deserve From Malpractice or Neglect
When you’re dealing with a medical malpractice suit, there is a lot of information to take into consideration. Here at OlsenDaines, we are dedicated to providing support and guidance for all of our clients dealing with medical negligence. We can help you sort through all of the case details.
When you have an experienced medical malpractice lawyer on your side, you’ll get the appropriate compensation that you deserve, which is usually much higher than if you were just working with an insurance company. We fight for you, so you get what you deserve.
Give us a call today to find out more about the services that we provide.
FAQs
Is it worth it to sue for medical malpractice?
Pursuing a medical malpractice case can absolutely be worth it, especially when you’ve suffered significant injuries, lasting disabilities, or lost a loved one.
Compensation can cover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care needs. Additionally, holding negligent healthcare providers accountable can help prevent similar mistakes from happening to others.
What must be proven to win a medical malpractice suit?
To succeed in a medical malpractice case in Oregon and Washington state, you must establish four key things with evidence:
- Duty of Care: The healthcare provider had a professional obligation to treat you according to accepted medical standards (such as the Hippocratic Oath).
- Breach of Duty: The provider failed to meet that standard of care through action or inaction.
- Causation: The provider’s breach directly caused your injury or worsened your condition.
- Damages: You suffered measurable harm, such as physical injury, emotional distress, additional medical bills, or lost income.
What is the difference between negligence and malpractice?
Negligence is a broader legal term that refers to a failure to exercise reasonable care that results in harm to another person. Malpractice is a specific type of negligence that applies to licensed professionals, including healthcare providers.
