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- 440.974.7872
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Your Malpractice Story Matters:
When a loved one dies due to medical malpractice, the unnecessary nature of the loss leaves a profound void as well as a sense of injustice that feels like a weight on the shoulders of those left behind. A wrongful death leaves nagging questions: Why did this happen? Should this have been prevented? Who’s accountable? Grief, coupled with the complex legal and financial implications of seeking justice, can be overwhelming.
According to Johns Hopkins University, there are more than 250,000 medical malpractice deaths each year in hospitals alone.
Pursuing answers to a wrongful death can provide a sense of purpose amid the loss and can help with the cycle of grief. Not pursuing a wrongful death may leave painful questions for the remainder of the family’s life. By shedding light on every wrongful death, we provide the answers the family needs, make things better for the family, and work towards a healthcare system that prioritizes patient well-being and accountability over money. Casey Injury clients have helped increase transparency, improve communication, and enhance patient safety protocols here in Ohio by holding hospitals and healthcare providers accountable.
During an initial consultation, we’ll discuss the details of what happened and make a decision together about the next steps for your case.
You are not alone. Learn how Jim Casey advocates for families and dedicates himself to finding answers and holding negligent providers accountable in wrongful death cases.
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.
A neurosurgeon's dereliction of duty in not performing a procedure leads to a woman losing her life.
A woman loses her life following a pain management procedure conducted in a doctor’s office.
Medical malpractice involves harm to a patient before death, while wrongful death specifically deals with situations where that malpractice leads to a patient's death. Most times, wrongful death cases involve an aspect of conscious pain prior to death and suffering for the family following the death. In a wrongful death case, the family (through the estate) files a claim, asserting that negligent care caused the patient’s death.
While any portion of a claim involving pain and suffering before death are subject to financial caps on non-economic damages, in Ohio, wrongful death cases resulting from medical malpractice are not subject to caps on damages. This means there is no limit on the amount a family can recover for non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering, loss of companionship, or mental anguish. Damages are determined based on the losses experienced by the family, including financial support and emotional suffering.
Ohio has a two-year statute with some limited exceptions for wrongful death. The portion of the claim for pain and suffering before death may be as short as one year from the date of the malpractice. It’s important to consult a lawyer quickly to ensure you meet deadlines.
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A thorough investigation by an expert legal team is critical in wrongful death cases, as they require meticulous scrutiny of medical records, consultations with experts, and a careful evaluation of the circumstances related to the patient’s death. Casey Injury has successfully litigated wrongful death cases throughout the state of Ohio.
Telling your story is the first step to justice. Let us use our experience to tell your loved one's story and guide you through the difficult process of seeking justice for 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.