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- 440.974.7872
- info@caseyinjury.com
Your Malpractice Story Matters:
An emergency room visit should bring relief and care, not additional trauma. If you believe you or a loved one has suffered due to negligence (malpractice) while being cared for in an emergency room, you are not alone.
At Casey Injury, we understand the fear, confusion, and pain that comes with an experience like this. Our compassionate team is dedicated to uncovering the truth and securing the justice you deserve.
Let us help you navigate this difficult time, answer your questions, and hold the responsible parties accountable, so you can focus on healing and moving forward.
Every year, nearly 140 million sick or injured people seek help in hospital emergency departments.
Not surprisingly, in hectic emergency rooms, the most common medical malpractice claims are misdiagnosis or a failure to diagnose. This often involves conditions like heart attacks, strokes, and infections that may initially present with vague symptoms. Emergency physicians are expected to quickly assess, diagnose, and treat patients, and when there are errors in this process, malpractice may result.
The average medical malpractice settlement in Ohio can vary widely depending on the specifics of the case, such as the severity of the injury and the circumstances surrounding the malpractice. Settlements can range from tens of thousands to millions of dollars. Over the years, Casey Injury has maintained a policy of representing cases where the payout is $500,000 or more. We have had clients receive over $1M, with some cases resulting in settlements in excess of $10M. We are selective in the cases we take.
In medical malpractice, a "cap" refers to a legal limit on the amount of compensation a plaintiff can receive for non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering. In Ohio, non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases are capped at $250,000 per plaintiff or three times the economic damages, up to $350,000 per plaintiff and $500,000 per occurrence. For catastrophic injuries, the cap increases to $500,000 per plaintiff and $1 million per occurrence. There are no limits on economic damages like medical bills or lost wages.
Sometimes, providers are negligent, and the unfortunate results can include misdiagnosis, treatment delays, medication errors, or discharging patients too soon.
Needless to say, emergency room malpractice can lead to severe, even deadly, consequences. Responsibility for ER negligence often lies with doctors and nurses, but other parties, including nurse practitioners, physician assistants, medical assistants, technicians, hospital administrators, or even drug or equipment manufacturers might be responsible as well. It can be difficult to unravel cases of ER negligence. When patients and their families need answers, they need a malpractice firm adept in medical investigations and committed to finding justice for their clients.
When emergency room professionals fail to meet accepted standards of care, resulting in patient harm, Casey Injury steps in to reveal the truth and help you find the answers you need to heal. Our clients are compensated for the damages, including medical expenses, pain and suffering, future care needs, and lost wages that occur as a result of medical malpractice.
Casey Injury is proud that with our clients, we have helped make ERs safer throughout Ohio by holding hospitals accountable for their actions or negligence. Our work increases adherence to best practices and even helps forge new protocols in emergency medical settings, helping to prevent avoidable harm and improve the quality of care provided in all emergency rooms.
For years, victims of ER malpractice in Ohio have put their trust in Casey Injury. See how Jim Casey has successfully championed justice for his clients in all facets of Emergency Room malpractice.
A couple arrives at the emergency room with the man in severe distress. Despite his condition, they are made to wait and ultimately turned away, leading to the man’s death.
A very sick and dehydrated baby arrives at the emergency room. Despite the nurse’s recommendation to admit the baby for fluids, the doctor discharges the baby, leading to their tragic death.
Learn how the consequences of miscommunication may lead to medical malpractice.
Learn about the impact of delayed treatment on your health and rights.
Learn how post-discharge complications may be the result of medical negligence.
Don't let medical negligence go unanswered. If you or a loved one has suffered due to emergency room malpractice, now is the time to act. Casey Injury Law is here to help you find the truth and obtain the closure you deserve.
Telling your story is the first step toward justice for you or your loved one. Complete our form, and we will reach out to you as soon as possible. Or, contact us by email or phone: 440-974-7872.