How long do I have to file a surgical error lawsuit in Philadelphia?

If you or a loved one has suffered an injury or illness as a result of a surgical error, you will have two years from the date of the surgery or from the date of discovery of the surgical error to file your compensation claim. If you fail to do so, you may forfeit your right to recover compensation for your injury and losses. Contact van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim as soon as possible after your injury to schedule a consultation with an experienced surgical injury attorney in Philadelphia, PA. Our experienced team will review your case for free. We will explain your rights and options to you. We will get started with your case right away and ensure that you are not locked out by any deadlines.

Who can I hold liable for a surgical error?

The term ‘surgical error’ is broad. It covers any mistakes made during an operation. Therefore, several parties can be held liable for a surgical error. These include: 1. The surgeon responsible for the operation 2. The healthcare staff supporting the surgeon during the operation 3. Other employees of the healthcare facility 4. The healthcare facility including the hospital or surgical center 5. Manufacturers of medical or surgical equipment It should be noted that under Pennsylvania law, an employer can be held liable for the negligent actions of their employee. Therefore a hospital or other healthcare facility can face a lawsuit for negligence as a result of the negligence of an individual employee. This is good news for victims as you will be more likely to recover more in compensation by pursuing an institution rather than pursuing an individual. Contact our law firm to schedule a consultation with an experienced Philadelphia surgical error lawyer and learn about the options available to you.

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Surgeons and other surgical staff undergo years of training to provide a good standard of care. While surgical procedures come with many risks, there are times when patients suffer injuries or complications as a result of errors made by healthcare professionals. Surgical errors can have devastating consequences. The National Practitioner Data Bank reports that 250,000 people die annually as a result of medical errors. Many of these errors are related to surgical operations. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury or complication as a result of a surgical error, an experienced Philadelphia surgical error lawyer at van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim can help you recover financial compensation for your injuries and losses.

Our team has extensive experience representing patients that have been the victim of surgical errors. We have handled many complex surgical error lawsuits and successfully recovered compensation on behalf of our clients. We will fight to recover compensation on your behalf and ensure that the responsible parties are held accountable for their negligence.

Contact us now to schedule a free consultation with an experienced surgical injury attorney in Philadelphia, PA. We are available to review your case thoroughly. We will help you understand your situation, rights, and the options available to you.

Common Surgical Errors that an Experienced Philadelphia Surgical Error Lawyer can Help with

The term ‘surgical error’ is quite broad. It doesn’t only cover errors made during a surgical procedure. It covers anything that can result in a surgeon making a mistake during an operation. Some common surgical errors that the team at van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim has had experience with include:

Performing surgery on the wrong site
Performing the wrong surgical procedure
Leaving a surgical instrument in a patient’s body
Performing surgery that is unrelated to the patient’s diagnosis
Causing damage during surgery
Performing surgery on the wrong patient
And many more

No matter what type of surgical error you have been a victim of, we can help you recover full compensation. Work with an experienced Philadelphia surgical error lawyer from our law firm and improve your chances of recovering full compensation for your injuries and losses.

How an Experienced Philadelphia Surgical Error Lawyer from van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim can Help with a Surgical Error Lawsuit

Hiring an attorney to represent you in your lawsuit is important if you want to increase your chances of success. The team at van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim will fight to recover full compensation on your behalf. We will:

Help you understand your rights and options. We will explain your legal rights to you and guide you in exploring different options. We will help you make informed decisions to improve your chances of success.
Investigate your case and gather evidence to support your claim. We work with experts in various fields including healthcare to develop evidence to support claims. We will build a strong claim on your behalf.
Negotiate on your behalf with the at-fault party and their insurance representative. We will fight to secure fair compensation on your behalf.
Represent you at trial. We will argue your case before a judge and fight to secure a favorable outcome on your behalf.

You can trust the team at van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim to fight for the best outcome in your case.

Contact van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim to Consult with an Experienced Philadelphia Surgical Error Lawyer

Medical malpractice cases can be quite complex. If you are seeking compensation for a medical error, contact van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim to schedule a free consultation with an experienced surgical injury attorney in Philadelphia, PA, and learn about your rights and options. We are available to answer your questions and help you explore the options available to you to recover compensation.

Work with an experienced Philadelphia surgical error lawyer from our law firm and give yourself the best chance at recovering maximum compensation for your injuries and losses. Our team will fight vigorously to defend your rights to compensation.

If you or a loved one has suffered an injury or illness as a result of a surgical error, you will have two years from the date of the surgery or from the date of discovery of the surgical error to file your compensation claim. If you fail to do so, you may forfeit your right to recover compensation for your injury and losses.
Contact van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim as soon as possible after your injury to schedule a consultation with an experienced surgical injury attorney in Philadelphia, PA. Our experienced team will review your case for free. We will explain your rights and options to you. We will get started with your case right away and ensure that you are not locked out by any deadlines.
The term ‘surgical error’ is broad. It covers any mistakes made during an operation. Therefore, several parties can be held liable for a surgical error. These include:
1. The surgeon responsible for the operation
2. The healthcare staff supporting the surgeon during the operation
3. Other employees of the healthcare facility
4. The healthcare facility including the hospital or surgical center
5. Manufacturers of medical or surgical equipment
It should be noted that under Pennsylvania law, an employer can be held liable for the negligent actions of their employee. Therefore a hospital or other healthcare facility can face a lawsuit for negligence as a result of the negligence of an individual employee. This is good news for victims as you will be more likely to recover more in compensation by pursuing an institution rather than pursuing an individual.
Contact our law firm to schedule a consultation with an experienced Philadelphia surgical error lawyer and learn about the options available to you.

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