Cumberland Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Medical Malpractice Attorney for Patient Injuries in Cumberland, MD

When people suffer injuries due to medical malpractice, they may be able to recover compensation for multiple types of damages. With the help of a skilled lawyer, a victim can pursue justice and secure fair compensation. The attorney at Serafini Law will ensure you understand how economic and non-economic damages relate to your case. With over a decade of legal experience, A.J. Serafine has handled multiple types of medical malpractice cases. He can provide clients with the legal help needed to maximize their compensation and achieve justice for the harm they have suffered.

What Are Economic Damages?

Economic damages refer to the quantifiable financial losses a victim experiences due to medical malpractice. These are typically straightforward to calculate, and they may be backed up by receipts and bills. Economic damages will address:

• Medical expenses, including all costs related to the treatment of the injuries caused by a medical provider's negligence. Compensation may address expenses related to surgeries, medications, and follow-up visits.
• Lost wages include all income the victim could not earn because they were unable to work due to their injuries. Both past and future earnings may be addressed.
• Rehabilitation costs may include expenses incurred for services such as physical therapy or mental health counseling.
• Out-of-pocket expenses will involve any additional costs related to the person's injuries, which could include travel expenses for treatment or handicap modifications made to their home.

These tangible losses can be easily documented, and they are essential for quantifying the compensation you can recover following an injury caused by medical negligence.

What Are Non-Economic Damages?

The damages in a medical malpractice case may also cover the intangible aspects of injuries caused by medical negligence. "Intangible" means that the damages cannot easily be assigned a monetary cost. Non-economic damages often vary greatly from one person to another. Key points to consider include:

• Pain and suffering constitutes the physical and emotional pain experienced by the victim due to their injuries.
• Loss of enjoyment of life impacts the victim's ability to enjoy their regular daily activities and hobbies, leading to a diminished quality of life.
• Emotional distress addresses the psychological effects of medical malpractice, such as anxiety, depression, or PTSD.
• Loss of consortium is damages awarded to a spouse or family member due to the loss of companionship or intimacy resulting from the victim's injuries.

Unlike economic damages, non-economic damages do not have a direct monetary value attached. This makes them more complex to evaluate during a claim. Our lawyer can make sure all of these damages will be assessed correctly.

Why Do Both Types of Damages Matter?

In a medical malpractice claim, a victim can receive financial compensation for both economic and non-economic damages. This comprehensive approach allows victims to achieve a fair resolution that addresses all of the ways they have been affected by malpractice. Understanding all of the available damages can help in the following ways:

• Full compensation - Victims deserve reimbursement for all of their losses, and compensation through a medical malpractice claim can help them move forward with their lives without experiencing ongoing financial difficulties.
• Insurance settlement negotiation - Insurance companies often try to minimize payouts. Understanding the full extent of a person's damages will ensure that an attorney can negotiate an appropriate settlement.
• Legal precedents - Medical malpractice cases often rely on precedents that have been set in previous cases. Our attorney has a strong understanding of how damages have been calculated in other similar cases, and we can advocate for an amount that will fully meet our client's needs.

Documenting Your Damages

Regardless of the ways you have been affected by medical malpractice, documentation will play a crucial role in your case. This documentation may include:

• Medical records - It is important to preserve all information related to medical treatment, including the care you have received and any ongoing issues you experience.
• Financial records - Keeping track of all bills, receipts, and proof of lost wages can make sure all economic damages will be evaluated correctly.
• Journals - You can maintain a personal record of your pain levels, emotional changes, and how your daily life has been affected by your injury.
• Witness statements - Your friends or family can provide information about your pain and suffering and how you and your family have been affected by your injury.

Our attorney can assist you in gathering and preserving documentation, ensuring that all required evidence will be used correctly during your case.

Contact Our Cumberland, Maryland Medical Malpractice Attorney

Whether you have been injured due to misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication errors, or other forms of medical malpractice, Serafini Law can help protect your interests and advocate for the full compensation you deserve. To get legal help from an aggressive but compassionate lawyer who understands what you are going through, contact our office today. We offer free consultations, and we are available 24/7. Call 240-744-1600 to schedule an appointment.