Springfield Medical Malpractice Attorney

A bad medical outcome does not necessarily mean that your provider was guilty of malpractice. There are risks in every medical procedure, and you can suffer a bad result even if your doctor or hospital did everything they were supposed to do.

At Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC, our Springfield personal injury attorneys have well over 50 years of experience helping individuals and families in Springfield and throughout central Illinois navigate injury claims and hold negligent care providers accountable. Our Springfield medical malpractice lawyers offer free initial consultations to answer questions about medical malpractice and explain your options if you think you are a victim of malpractice.

Why Choose Us at Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC?

Working with our Springfield medical malpractice attorney empowers you to navigate the complexities of this type of personal injury case with confidence. Medical malpractice law is challenging because insurance companies are very aggressive and dedicated to reducing the compensation paid out. The stakes are higher, and the bar is set much higher to prove your losses. When you hire Holley, Rosen & Beard, LLC to manage your case, you get outstanding legal support through one of the most challenging times of your life. We provide:

• Top-rated law firm: Our legal team is an AV-rated law firm, the highest designation under Martindale-Hubbell’s peer review rating system. We are known to be aggressive defenders of our clients’ rights.
• Experience to rely on: Our firm was formed in 1990 and has grown over the years to incorporate even more passionate and trusted attorneys.
• Proven recovery of damages: Throughout our experience, we have recovered millions of dollars in losses for our clients.

What Is Medical Malpractice?

Medical malpractice occurs when a hospital or doctor fails to follow the standard of care, and you are injured as a result. Examples of malpractice include:

• Failing to order proper tests to diagnose illnesses such as cancer
• Failure to provide proper monitoring of a fetus before delivery
• Surgical errors, such as operating on the wrong part of the body
• Emergency room errors such as discharging a patient who is experiencing symptoms of a heart attack
• Dispensing the wrong medication

Medical malpractice cases are hard to prove and require the use of experts. To file a claim against a hospital or doctor, our lawyers will need a written report from another doctor stating that there was a deviation from the standard of care in your case.

Due to the high cost of filing and proving a medical malpractice claim, our Springfield medical malpractice lawyers can only take on cases that involve significant damages.

Who Can Be Responsible for Medical Negligence?

Medical negligence is complex to prove, and the person filing a claim against the professional must prove that the at-fault party is at fault. In general, medical professionals who are licensed to provide a service are required to meet ongoing high standards of practice. When they deviate from that, they put others at risk.

Examples of at-fault parties in medical malpractice cases may include:

• Licensed physicians and medical doctors
• Surgeons
• Anesthesiologist
• Nurses
• Lab technicians
• Hospitals
• Urgent care centers
• Emergency medical professionals
• Pharmacists
• Dentists

If you are unsure if someone owes you a duty of care, we strongly encourage you to reach out to our legal team to learn more. We will determine if medical malpractice is an applicable legal path to take.

How Can I Prove Liability in Medical Malpractice Lawsuit in Springfield?

To be successful, victims of a medical malpractice lawsuit must prove:

• The healthcare provider had a duty to provide care to you.
• That provider’s actions in providing that care were below what is considered the applicable standard of care in that situation
• The provider’s failure to provide expected standards of care occurred in some distinguishable manner
• The victim’s injuries are directly the result of the lack of providing quality care.

This is a basic outline of the expectations for proving medical malpractice, but it is also far from comprehensive. You must also demonstrate that the at-fault party deviated in a substantial way from the expected standard of medical care. To do that, you must understand what that responsibility is under the law.

Our attorneys work closely with you to fully understand what happened to support this process. We use medical experts who can testify that the doctor or other provider deviated from providing the type and level of care expected by other doctors in the same situation. We also know how to determine if such risks occurred based on the outcome of your medical condition.

How Long Do I Have to File a Medical Malpractice Claim in Illinois?

In most situations, a victim has 2 years from the date of the incident to file a medical malpractice claim against the at-fault party. That means you must take action to file a claim under the law within 2 years of that date.

There are some instances in which this may be extended or different. For example, if a person was under the age of 18 at the time of the incident, they will have 8 years from the date of the alleged incident to take action or until they are 22 years of age, whichever is longer.

If you are unsure if you can still file a claim, we encourage you to contact our Springfield medical malpractice lawyer. Let our legal team go to work building a strong case for you that demonstrates all your losses and who is responsible for them. Do not wait to let our team go to work for you.

Call Us For A Free Consultation To Discuss Your Med Mal Case

For more information or a free case evaluation, call our team at (217) 632-8131, (877) 671-5884 or complete our contact form to send an email. We are responsive, work right here in central Illinois, and are ready to get to work representing you and your interests.