Spencer Calahan, Injury Lawyers

Medical Malpractice

When you visit a doctor’s office, the last thing you want to worry about is leaving with a more severe medical condition than you were suffering from to begin with. Unfortunately, medical malpractice and negligence is far more common than many people believe. According to the Journal of American Medicine, more than 225,000 people every year die from medical malpractice or medical negligence with an estimated 1,000,000 Americans injured according to the Institute of Medicine.

With alarming statistics such as these, understanding your rights under Louisiana Medical Malpractice Act and Patient’s Compensation Fund is very important if you find yourself to be a victim of medical malpractice. Spencer H. Calahan, LLC offers experienced and dedicated medical malpractice attorney services to clients in Baton Rouge and throughout Louisiana, with a thorough understanding of medical malpractice law. Calahan Law Firm will evaluate and aggressively pursue your medical malpractice or negligence case to help ensure you receive the maximum the law allows for your suffering.

Medical Malpractice Areas

There are many areas in the medical field where medical malpractice and negligence are common. From the surgery room to the dentist’s chair, while modern doctors are better equipped than ever to diagnose and treat medical conditions insurance companies have made it more difficult to receive proper medical care. Some of the more common medical malpractice cases include:

  • Misdiagnosis
  • Birth Injury
  • Dental injuries
  • Medication Negligence
  • Emergency Room Errors
  • Surgery Errors

While medical malpractice insurance is required by Louisiana law for all medical professionals, the coverages may not be adequate to cover the required care and suffering you may encounter from medical malpractice or negligence. Spencer H. Calahan is dedicated to helping clients recover the maximum for damages from medical Contact Calahan Law Firm by calling 225-387-2323 or fill out our Contact Form today and get started on the road to financial recovery.