Rockford Emergency Room Error Lawyer

Securing Compensation for Victims of ER Mistakes in Rockford

A Rockford emergency room error lawyer is crucial if you’ve been harmed by a negligent doctor, nurse, or other hospital staff. A systemic review found that about 5.7% of patients received a misdiagnosis in the emergency room annually, and around 370,000 suffered serious harm due to a diagnostic error.

Whether you were harmed at UW SwedishAmerican, OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, or a Javon Bea location, our medical negligence attorneys can help you get justice. Contact us today for a free consultation about your legal rights.

Verdicts and Settlements from Our Emergency Room Error Cases in Rockford

• $9,000,000: A man died from a heart attack after being discharged from the emergency room by a negligent doctor.
• $7,500,000: Wrongful death suit for a woman who died in childbirth when staff failed to treat hemorrhaging.
• $4,900,000: A man died after cardiothoracic surgery when nursing staff did not attach the proper sensors.

The Critical Role of Lawyers in Emergency Room Error Cases

Emergency rooms are crucial for first-line treatment of serious medical conditions, so they must offer timely and accurate medical care. ER patients are already vulnerable and may be suffering from multiple ailments, meaning that medical malpractice can lead to serious injury or death.

Our team is highly familiar with the Rockford medical industry, including the common injuries that occur in emergency rooms and the different procedures of local hospitals. With over 100 years of combined lawyer experience, we can ensure that you get the compensation you deserve.

Common Types of Emergency Room Errors in Rockford

In a high-stress environment like an ER, errors are unfortunately common and can lead to serious harm. Common errors include:

• Failure to diagnose
• Misdiagnosis
• Medication errors
• Negligent supervision
• Inadequate infection prevention

Common Injuries and Conditions Resulting from Emergency Room Errors

Emergency room errors can lead to lifelong complications, including:

• Heart attacks
• Strokes
• Appendicitis
• Brain damage
• Birth injuries
• Infections
• Chronic pain
• Worsening of existing conditions

Who Can Be Liable in a Medical Malpractice in a Rockford Emergency Room Error Case

Any individuals who were involved in your care could be held responsible if their actions directly contributed to your injury. To prove liability, we must demonstrate that they had a duty of care to you, they failed to uphold their duty, and this failure caused you harm. You also need to prove that you suffered damages from the accident.

Some potentially liable parties include:

• Emergency Room Doctors: Doctors are required to react quickly, diagnose accurately, and prescribe appropriate treatments. If they fail to do so, they can be held accountable.
• Nurses: Nurses must act within the scope of their licensing, including providing the right medications and checking on you to ensure you don’t need help.
• Other staff: This can include orderlies who drop a patient, dietary staff who don’t check for allergens, or cleaning staff who do not put out signs when mopping floors, may be responsible.
• The Hospital: Hospitals can be sued due to vicarious liability, which means that they are responsible for the actions of their employees.
• Independent Contractors: Over 1.7 million travel nurses work in the US, and they are often independent contractors. They and their staffing agency can be held responsible.

Our Law Firm’s Commitment to Serving Rockford Emergency Room Error Victims

Our experienced personal injury attorneys in Rockford have worked with countless ER error victims, including those who suffered heart attacks or strokes due to negligence. Having worked with over 5,000 clients, we’ve successfully recovered millions in damages for medical malpractice.

We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning that you owe us nothing unless we win your case. This provides peace of mind and ensures you can recover in comfort.

Potential Compensation in a Rockford Emergency Room Error Case

Compensation you can receive in a medical negligence lawsuit includes:

• Medical bills
• Lost wages
• Future medical treatment
• Loss of future income
• Burial expenses for wrongful death
• Property damage
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Loss of companionship

Why You Need a Rockford Emergency Room Error Lawyer

Our team will assist you with all aspects of your case, including investigation, negotiation, and trial representation. Most importantly, we can help you access medical experts who can support your claim.

§735 ILCS 5/2-622 requires you to attach an affidavit of merit to your lawsuit stating that you or your attorney have consulted with a medical professional who can attest to the facts of the case.

Failure to provide an affidavit of merit can lead to costly appeals, like the case of Sullivan v. Edward Hospital, where the plaintiff consulted with a doctor who did not have a valid license. We have an extensive network of medical professionals who can assist with your case.

Statute of Limitations for Emergency Room Error Claims

According to §735 ILCS 5/13-212, medical malpractice victims have two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. If the emergency error is not discovered until later, they have up to four years to file.

Consult a Rockford Emergency Room Error Attorney Near You!

If you’ve been injured due to negligent nursing staff, our Rockford emergency room negligence lawyers are here to help. Call us at (888) 424-5757 or use our online contact form for a free consultation.

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I had a surgery and the doctor messed up and I found this law firm and they got me the compensation that I deserved.

Thanks a bunch

– Annabel Daniel

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