There are hundreds of obstetricians and gynecologists (OBGYNs) who provide reproductive care for women, including care during pregnancy and childbirth as well as general gynecological services. Unfortunately, errors in this medical specialty are not uncommon, and OBGYNs have one of the highest rates of medical malpractice claims against them. If you or your child were injured due to an error during pregnancy, childbirth, or during any other procedure provided by an obstetrician or gynecologist, a Miami OBGYN malpractice lawyer from Kaire & Heffernan could help you understand your right to seek compensation. Reach out to our medical malpractice attorneys today.
While any medical error can prove to be costly, those committed by OBGYNs are even more so, often because there are commonly two patients involved: a mother and a child. If a doctor fails to diagnose a problem in pregnancy or to provide a treatment within the standard of care during childbirth, lifelong disabilities or even death can result. Additionally, errors in general gynecological care can lead to sterility, infections, and other serious complications.
In most cases, claimants have two years from the date of the injury to file a medical malpractice claim against an OBGYN. This claim is a demand for compensation, which is known as damages. An injured person can seek two types of damages. Economic damages involve compensation for the financial harm the claimant experienced because of their injury. This usually includes medical treatment to repair the error. It can include a woman’s lost time from work because of the injury. It can also include compensation for lost earning capacity and costs associated with accommodating disabilities, such as home modifications, a long-term care facility, or a personal care assistant.
The second type of compensation a person can seek is non-economic damages, which involve compensation for the physical and psychological harm that resulted from the error. This can include pain and suffering, as well as loss of the enjoyment of life. Our attorneys will account for all losses in a gynecologist malpractice claim.
Medical malpractice claims are extremely challenging, featuring a lot of medical information and documentation in addition to court formalities. Having the guidance and support of an experienced OBGYN malpractice lawyer in Miami helps a claimant understand the process and make informed decisions about their case. Other services a lawyer may provide include:
A lawyer from Kaire & Heffernan uses a contingent fee billing method to provide these services without requiring any money upfront from the claimant. Instead, they are paid for their services when compensation is received for the claim.
OBGYNs have the important task of providing necessary and critical care for women and their babies. Mistakes in this medical specialty can permanently alter lives. If you or your child was injured due to a medical error from an OBGYN, let us help you understand how to seek compensation. Contact a Miami OBGYN Malpractice lawyer at our firm for a free case evaluation.
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