Kent Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Why Does Medical Negligence Occur?

When patients are wrongly injured by doctors, nurses, or other healthcare providers through specific acts or by a failure to diagnose a medical condition, the first question typically asked by the patient or their family members is “why did this happen?” At Dore Law Group, PLLC, this is also our first question.

With a case of possible negligence or medical malpractice, our job in representing clients is to find out why the acceptable levels of medical care were not met. To do so, we work to obtain whatever readily available records and information we can in order to determine if what occurred was, in fact, medical malpractice.

Once we have obtained medical records and we know from our clients what transpired, we will want to work with medical professionals (including physicians and nurses) so that they may review the medical records and client information. Based upon this review, if the medical professionals are of the opinion that medical malpractice occurred, we can then discuss options for proceeding with the case.

How Long Do Medical Malpractice Cases Take?

Unlike other personal injury lawsuits, which sometimes can be resolved in as little as three to six months, medical malpractice cases typically take significantly longer—often two years or more.

How Defendants Usually Fight Back

Because damages in a medical negligence case may be substantial, defendants and their insurance companies often fight back hard. They typically deny all claims of medical negligence and malpractice at the outset. As the reputations of the doctors or other health care providers are often at stake, there are further reasons to avoid admitting fault.

In some instances, defendants even seek to blame the injured individual for their damages. They may also claim that they acted in accordance with all reasonable medical standards of care and that the injuries could not have been foreseen or prevented.

In the course of a malpractice lawsuit, we typically will depose doctors, nurses, and others involved in the case. We also submit interrogatories to the opposing parties asking them to answer specific questions and prove that your injuries, condition, or illness was caused by medical negligence.

Trusted & Experienced Medical Malpractice Lawyers

At Dore Law Group, PLLC, we have the experience to help if you or a loved one has suffered from the negligent act of a medical professional. We work tirelessly for our client to prove their claims and to advance their case with the goal of obtaining fair and just compensation for their injuries. If the defendants do not offer a settlement that is acceptable to our clients, we are prepared to go to trial and seek to prove the damages that our clients have sustained.

Firm founder Jim Dore, Jr. has decades of experience in representing personal injury victims. If you choose to work with our firm, we will be with you every step of the way. We’ve recovered millions of dollars for our clients and their families in all types of medical negligence and personal injury claims.

If you or a loved one has suffered due to the medical negligence of a health care provider, call us. We look forward to having the opportunity to learn about your case. There is no charge for this meeting, and you will not be under any obligation to hire us. If you hire our firm, we will fight hard to get you the compensation to which you may be entitled.

Call our Kent medical malpractice attorney at (253) 236-3888to request your free initial consultation.