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Silver Spring Medical Malpractice Lawyer
Attorney for Injuries Due to Medical Negligence in Silver Spring, MD
When a healthcare provider fails to provide the expected standard of care, this can cause serious harm to a patient. This is known as medical malpractice, and these incidents can lead to life-altering injuries that place an enormous burden on victims and their families. In Silver Spring, Maryland, Serafini Law works to help victims of medical negligence recover compensation for their injuries. With over a decade of experience, we understand the devastating impact that medical negligence can have. We work to make sure our clients can address the physical, emotional, and financial effects of their injuries.
Types of Damages Addressed in Medical Malpractice Cases
Patients who have suffered harm due to the negligence of medical providers may be affected in many ways, including:
- Medical Expenses: Victims may need to address the costs of surgeries, hospital stays, medications, rehabilitation, and any other ongoing medical treatments required due to medical negligence. Serafini Law works to ensure that all past, present, and future medical expenses are accounted for in a claim.
- Lost Income: Injuries caused by medical malpractice can prevent victims from returning to work. If you are temporarily unable to earn an income, or if your ability to work has been permanently affected, we can help ensure that you will be properly compensated for your financial losses. We will work to recover compensation for lost wages during recovery, as well as for future earnings that may be lost due to an inability to perform the same job or return to work at all.
- Pain and Suffering: In addition to financial losses, medical malpractice can result in injuries that affect multiple aspects of a person's life. They may need to deal with ongoing pain, and they may suffer emotional distress. Their overall quality of life may suffer, especially if they have experienced permanent disabilities. We will make sure these intangible effects of an injury will be addressed in the compensation a person receives.
Frequently Asked Questions About Medical Malpractice
In Maryland, the statute of limitations that will apply in a medical malpractice case is five years from the date of the injury or three years from the date the injury was discovered, whichever occurs first. It is important to act quickly, as delays can impact your ability to receive compensation.
Medical malpractice claims can be brought against a wide range of healthcare providers, including doctors, nurses, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and hospitals or medical facilities. Any party whose negligence led to the patient's injury may be held liable. Serafini Law will investigate all potentially responsible parties to ensure that you can receive the maximum compensation possible from all available sources.
Pain and suffering is a non-economic damage, which means it does not have a fixed dollar amount like medical bills or lost wages. Instead, it is calculated based on the severity of the injury, the duration of the suffering, and the impact on your quality of life. Maryland law imposes a cap on non-economic damages, which may affect the total amount you can receive.
You may receive compensation for medical expenses, lost income, impairment to future earning capacity, loss of enjoyment of life, and pain and suffering. Each case is unique, and the types of damages available will depend on the specific circumstances of your injury and the ways you and your family have been affected. Serafini Law will help you identify all potential damages, and we will work to maximize your recovery.
Contact Our Silver Spring, Maryland Medical Malpractice Attorney
With over a decade of experience, Serafini Law can provide effective legal help for victims of medical malpractice in Silver Spring. We will work to ensure that healthcare providers are held accountable for injuries caused by negligence. Let us handle the legal burdens so you can focus on your recovery and rebuilding your life. We are here to provide the support, advocacy, and results you deserve. Contact us at 240-744-1600 today to arrange your complimentary consultation.
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