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Proper administration of anesthesia is a critical step in numerous surgical procedures. Unfortunately, sometimes anesthesiologists make mistakes. Patients can be harmed or even lose their lives if this happens.

Have you been the victim of an anesthesiologist’s negligence in the Chester County, Pennsylvania area, or have you lost a loved one due to such negligence? If so, review your case with a Chester County anesthesia malpractice attorney at The Weitz Firm, LLC. We may be able to help you recover financial compensation.

Chester County Anesthesia Malpractice Cases: Potential Consequences

The consequences a victim might experience when anesthesia malpractice occurs can vary depending on numerous factors. Examples include (but aren’t necessarily limited to) the following:

That’s not an exhaustive list. If you’ve been injured or developed a medical condition as a result of anesthesia malpractice, you may be able to recover financial compensation for such losses as:

  • Medical bills
  • Lost wages
  • Pain and suffering

You also have grounds to seek compensation if a loved one died due to anesthesia malpractice. Surviving loved ones of anesthesia malpractice victims can seek compensation for losses like:

  • Bills for medical treatment the decedent underwent prior to losing their life
  • Funeral and burial expenses
  • Loss of companionship

To better understand what type of compensation might be available to you, schedule a consultation with an expert at our Chester County anesthesia malpractice law firm. We’ll review the details of your case and explain what you can expect from a settlement.

How a Chester County Anesthesia Malpractice Attorney Helps

Medical professionals have challenging jobs. As human beings, they can also make mistakes.

The fact that a medical professional erred in some capacity doesn’t immediately guarantee you the right to receive compensation. You must prove that an anesthesiologist’s error was so significant that it constitutes an unreasonable degree of negligence.

A qualified Chester County anesthesia malpractice lawyer can help you do so. They may investigate your case by looking into whether:

  • The anesthesiologist followed a proper procedure
  • Those responsible for maintaining and testing equipment involved in the administration of anesthesia did so correctly
  • Your medical history was accounted for before anesthesia was administered
  • The anesthesia that was used was known to be potentially dangerous

If it appears an anesthesiologist was negligent to such an extent that you’re eligible to recover compensation, your lawyer can also help by:

  • Reviewing all your compensable losses to determine how much money would constitute a fair settlement
  • Filing a claim, corresponding with insurance adjusters, and handling all other administrative tasks while you focus on your recovery
  • If necessary, rejecting an insurance company’s low settlement offers and negotiating for a more appropriate settlement on your behalf

At The Weitz Firm, LLC, we understand that being harmed as a result of negligence on the part of any medical professional can be a challenging experience to endure. We strive to ease your burdens by providing aggressive representation. Learn more about how we can help by contacting us online or calling us at 267-587-6240.

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