We literally put our lives in our doctor’s hands. If a doctor makes a mistake out of negligence or misconduct, the results can be fatal. Our wrongful death attorneys have been representing the families of deceased loved ones for more than 40 years, and if one of your family members has died as a result of the mistakes of a Philadelphia-area doctor, we can fight for you. Medical malpractice is a complicated area of law. That’s why our experience helping the victims of medical malpractice and the families of those who have suffered a wrongful death is so valuable. We know the law. We know the medicine. We know how to help you. Please call 1-800-529-6600 today for a free wrongful death consultation.
Frequent Causes of Wrongful Death due to Medical Malpractice
While every case is unique, there are certain patterns that arise frequently in medical malpractice cases. As medical malpractice lawyer with decades of experience with wrongful death claims, we’ve seen these patterns come up often enough that we know where the most frequent problems arise. Those include:- Emergency room negligence
- Surgical errors, including anesthesia mistakes
- Misdiagnoses, especially of cancer
- Prescription medicine errors
The Compensation You are Entitled To
As the loved one of someone who has suffered a wrongful death, the law provides you the right to pursue several different forms of compensation. Our attorneys know the ins and outs of wrongful death law and can explain your options to you at your free initial consultation. Every case is unique, but victims in a wrongful death case are usually entitled to pursue compensation for:- Medical expenses
- End of life expenses, including funeral costs
- Future income lost
- Loss of benefits
- Loss of inheritance
- Projected financial contributions such as mortgage and tuition
- Pain and suffering for loss of a loved one