Catastrophic Injury Cases Involving Medical Malpractice
Catastrophic injuries are life-altering physical harm that can result from severe medical errors. These injuries impact individuals and their families profoundly, often leading to permanent disabilities and significantly diminished quality of life. In the realm of medical malpractice, such injuries can occur due to hospital negligence, failure to diagnose correctly, botched surgical procedures and countless other types of errors. Medical malpractice cases involving catastrophic injuries demand a high level of skilled legal representation.
Neighbors Law provides strong legal advocacy for those affected by catastrophic injuries due to medical malpractice. Attorney Brent L. Neighbors has over 30 years of experience fighting for the rights of injury victims throughout the state of Oklahoma from his office in Norman. He offers honest and trustworthy legal services. He is dedicated to fighting for justice and fair compensation in every case he takes on.
Understanding Catastrophic Injury
Catastrophic injuries are severe and often permanent, and they can drastically alter a person’s life. In medical care situations, these injuries can occur due to negligence or errors by medical professionals.
Some common examples of catastrophic injuries include:
- Paralysis
- Amputations
- Strokes
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Spinal cord injuries
- Back and neck injuries
In the context of medical malpractice, catastrophic injuries may result from:
- Hospital errors
- Failure to diagnose or misdiagnosis
- Emergency room mistakes
- Surgical errors or complications
- Medication mistakes, including incorrect dosage or administration
- Anesthesia errors leading to brain damage or other complications
- Infections acquired during hospital stays
- Delayed treatment of critical conditions
- Improper monitoring of patients during recovery
- Birth injuries resulting from negligence during labor and delivery
- Incorrect interpretation of lab results
- Lack of informed consent leading to unintended medical procedures
Each of these scenarios requires a strategic legal approach to address the complexities involved.
Building A Strong Catastrophic Injury Case
A robust catastrophic injury case requires proving negligence and establishing a direct link between the medical error and the injury. To prove negligence, you must show that the health care provider failed to uphold a professional standard of care.
Expert testimony often plays a crucial role in demonstrating the applicable standard of care, the breach of that standard and how the breach caused the injury. Lawyer Brent L. Neighbors works with trusted medical experts in various fields to build strong cases. He will work tirelessly to gather compelling, in-depth evidence as the foundation for a powerful and effective case.
Why Neighbors Law Is Your Advocate For Catastrophic Injuries
Attorney Brent L. Neighbors is a passionate advocate for those harmed by medical negligence. He empowers clients to stand up against large entities like hospitals and insurance companies. His genuine, trustworthy approach to providing experienced representation has resulted in numerous satisfied clients.
Mr. Neighbors approaches each case with fresh eyes informed by extensive experience in this often challenging area of law. He regards each case with the utmost seriousness and commitment. To him, every client matters, and every win means an improved quality of life for the catastrophic injury victim and their loved ones.
Contact Neighbors Law For Determined Advocacy In Your Catastrophic Injury Claim
If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury due to medical malpractice, contact Neighbors Law to schedule your free initial consultation. Reach out today online or by phone at 405-467-3324 to start your journey toward justice and recovery.