Frequently Asked Questions About Medical Malpractice Claims
At the Seigel Capozzi Law Firm LLC, we talk to people every day who have questions about their injuries suffered because of a mistake by a doctor or other health care provider. People know that we are recognized as one of northern New Jersey's prominent medical negligence litigation firms for plaintiffs.
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We invite you to read some of the most common questions we answer about medical negligence. If you think you may have a legitimate claim for compensation, contact us to arrange a free consultation.
What Is Medical Negligence?
Doctors and medical facilities are governed by detailed professional standards of care that they provide to their patients. Anytime they fail to follow these standards and cause serious injuries, they can be held accountable for medical malpractice.
How much can I expect for a settlement or jury award?
As attorneys, we will never predict results. In fact, if you talk to a law firm that makes promises about a dollar figure, realize that this is improper and highly unethical. Each settlement or jury verdict is based on the circumstances of your medical injuries.
We are proud to say that we are the law firm that recovered the highest medical malpractice jury award ever in Passaic County.
What do I have to prove to win my medical malpractice case?
Medical malpractice cases can be difficult to prove because it is necessary to get credible testimony from medical experts who can demonstrate the specific negligence of the doctor or other medical professional who treated you. Generally, you must prove there was a deviation of the expected level of care and that the deviation directly led to your permanent injury and financial losses. But if you've been permanently injured, you deserve the opportunity to pursue compensation for the harm that will affect you for the rest of your life.
What are some of the most common types of medical malpractice claims?
Common medical malpractice situations include — but are by no means limited to — the following:
How much will it cost to file a lawsuit?
We offer a free consultation to discuss your medical malpractice case. If we represent you, we will not charge attorneys' fees unless you win money in a settlement or jury award. Our fees will be based on a percentage of your settlement or verdict. There are typically some court expenses that you will be responsible for. There is never monies due to our firm unless there is a recovery.
What should I expect to happen during my lawsuit?
There is no such thing as a cookie-cutter medical malpractice case. Every case is different, and it is not easy to determine whether a case is likely to result in compensation under New Jersey law. It is important to discuss your injury or wrongful death claim with an experienced lawyer.
What kind of experience does Seigel Capozzi Law Firm LLC have in the area of medical malpractice?
We were founded in 1976 and successfully handled our first medical malpractice lawsuit in 1980. That's more than 35 years of successful representation. We have access to the top medical professionals and experts to help prepare a strong, clear case for damages.
At Seigel Capozzi Law Firm LLC, our attorneys focus on one thing — your rights. Contact our offices to arrange a free consultation to discuss your case with one of our trial lawyers today. From our offices in Ridgewood, we represent clients in the Passaic, Bergen and Hudson County regions, and throughout northern New Jersey.
