Akron Medical Malpractice Lawyers

Dealing with a Medical Malpractice Injury

At Kisling, Nestico & Redick, our skilled Akron medical malpractice attorneys understand how overwhelming these situations can be. With the cost of medical bills and significant pain and suffering, you may not know where to start. Our dedicated legal team of Akron lawyers can help. We will handle all of the legal aspects of your case while you focus on recovery.

Types of Medical Malpractice

While many healthcare professionals perform their duties in a safe and admirable manner, many also make errors when they are providing services.

Medical malpractice is a form of misconduct that involves a doctor, nurse, or any other healthcare professional harming a patient through negligence or recklessness.

In the United States, common types of medical malpractice include, but are not limited to:

Misdiagnosis

In many cases, doctors are unsure about a patient’s condition. Rather than run additional tests, they may simply assign a diagnosis. When this happens, you may not receive the care you need. You might also be given treatment that causes serious and unreasonable side effects.

Problems with Medication

You may be given the wrong medication or wrong dosage by a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or another medical professional. This can cause unwanted side effects and further suffering.

Surgical errors

When a doctor or anesthesiologist is inadequately prepared for a surgery, things can go terribly wrong. Organs can be damaged, blood vessels can be severed, and serious complications can arise that could ultimately lead to death.

Pregnancy and child birth

A child is most vulnerable when they are in the womb. Even the slightest mistakes, such as the mother taking unsafe medications, can lead to serious birth defects. Problems can also arise during childbirth in the hospital.

What Are You Entitled to After a Medical Error?

In these cases, the burden of proof can be high, meaning that it can be difficult to convince the judge or jury that you were the victim of medical malpractice. For this reason, seeking the help of an experienced lawyer is essential. A legal professional can make your case for you, devising a legal strategy that will give your case the best possible chance of success.

In medical malpractice cases, funds may be sought for the following losses:

• Pain and suffering
• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Physical limitations
• Loss of consortium, or loss of relationships
• Disfigurement

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Time Requirements in Medical Malpractice Cases

If you have been victimized by careless and reckless medical care, you must act quickly if you wish to seek funds for your injuries. In Ohio, there are strict requirements associated with filing a personal injury lawsuit.

According to state law, anyone who wishes to file a civil suit for injuries must do so within one year of discovering their injury. There are exceptions for children. Due to this strict schedule, you should seek legal help as soon as possible. Certain case elements, such as conducting an investigation, take time.

Our Medical Malpractice Legal Team Will:

• Investigate, collect evidence, and find those at fault.
• Interview witnesses, medical professionals, and experts to show how your life was impacted.
• Communicate with the insurer, clarify liability, and pursue max compensation.
• Determine your medical injury’s full and fair value – what you lost and deserve.
• Keep you informed and involved. KNR is available by phone, text, email, or Zoom.
• Protect your rights and, if necessary, take your case to court.
• Never charge you upfront. If there’s no recovery, there’s no cost.