Medical malpractice claims and lawsuits arise when people are injured by the negligent or intentional acts of a doctor, nurse, therapist, hospital personnel, or other healthcare provider. When such actions cause injury to another person (without rising to the level of a crime), the actions constitute a "tort" or a civil wrong, which provides the basis for a lawsuit. If a Court determines that the healthcare provider is liable (legally responsible) for injuring an individual, that provider may be forced to pay the injured person compensatory damages. Compensatory damages refer to money awarded to an injured person to restore him or her to the original position before being injured.

Our firm handles a variety of medical malpractice claims, including those arising out of:

• Catastrophic & Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
• Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)
• Burn Injuries: According to the American Burn Association, 1.1 million burn injuries require medical attention every year in the United States. A burn is tissue damage caused by a variety of forces, such as heat or chemicals. The most common burns are caused by Automobile Accidents, Gas and other Flammable Liquid Explosions, Scalding/Hot Water, Electrical Accidents, Industrial Accidents and Building Fires. A seriously burned patient requires attentive expert care to cope with the long-term physical and psychological affects of the injury.
• Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect: Residents of Assisted Living Facilities, Nursing Homes or other care facilities may sustain physical injuries from abuse or maltreatment. Such neglect leads to a variety of injuries from bruising to malnutrition and infections.
• Anesthesia Errors
• Brachial Plexus
• Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis
• Surgical Errors & Mistakes
• Lack of Informed Consent
• Obstetric/Labor and Delivery Errors
• Improperly Prescribed, Dispensed or Filled Medication

Injuries suffered as a result of medical malpractice can be harsh and life changing. Our Firm understands that an individual is immediately concerned with payment of outstanding medical bills, future treatment, lost wages from work, and insurance coverage. Our attorneys will discuss these issues with you and explore your options as well work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure that your needs are handled promptly.

Alan Goldfarb, P.A. has extensive and successful experience in personal injury law. Our attorneys will provide you and your loved ones with expert advice and counsel on your legal options. Contact our office at (305) 371-3111 or toll free at 1-877- 371-3111 to schedule a FREE consultation with our legal team.