Medical Malpractice Compensation Medical errors are a major cause of death and injury in the United States. People who have been injured by a health care provider could be entitled to a substantial amount of compensation. Economic damages, also referred to as special damages, compensate a victim's financial losses. This covers past and future medical costs as well as lost income, among other. Economic Damages Economic damages are a way to compensate you for any financial losses resulting from your injury. This includes medical costs already paid for and future medical care required. You may also be able to claim economic damages for the loss of wages if the injuries prevent working. Non-economic losses are more difficult to quantify and are more abstract. These damages can include physical discomfort and pain, a reduction in quality of life, or emotional distress. Your lawyer can help you demonstrate these losses by using witness testimony experts, financial analysts who are experts, and other evidence, like medical documents and evidence of your injuries. Stratton and. Swanlond, a case from 1374 that established the basis of medical malpractice which was a breach in duty between a doctor as well as a patient. It was also the first medical malpractice case to give damages to a victim. A victim may be entitled to compensation for the duration of their life which cover the duration of time following the moment when the mishap occurred, up to death. These damages could include medical care expenses and lost income, as well as non-economic damages like mental anguish or loss of enjoyment life or disfigurement. Other damages may be available in the event that a doctor does not diagnose the problem or performs an unnecessary procedure. Punitive damages can be awarded in the event that your doctor's error is particularly grave. For instance when they perform a non-essential procedures to earn money or to satisfy their sexual pleasure. A court can also award compensation for any alternative treatment that is required but for medical negligence. This could have included a more conservative surgical procedure or a different type of treatment that could have prevented your injuries. Medical Malpractice Caps As the number of malpractice cases increased, a number of states passed legislation that caps damages in malpractice cases. These limits limit the amount of money you could receive from a juror if your claim is judged to be excessive or unreasonable. The majority of states place caps on general and special damages, however certain states limit only the amount of non-economic damages you can receive compensation for. You will still need to present convincing and convincing evidence to win your medical malpractice case regardless of the amount of caps. Contact us to schedule an appointment if you've been the victim of medical negligence. Our skilled lawyers will assist you determine the worth of your case, and help you to pursue the most fair settlement or verdict. We will fight for your rights if your case is taken to the court. Contact our offices in San Diego and Phoenix, or fill out the online form to start the process. We handle all types of medical malpractice cases in the United States. Our firm is committed to ensuring that clients receive the maximum amount of compensation for their injuries. We represent victims of medical negligence in California, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, Illinois, Texas and Tennessee. We are able to travel to clients in their homes or offices.