Portland Surgical Error Attorneys
Surgical complications are bound to arise, even when the proper precautions are taken and the doctors are fully prepared for the operation. Injured medical patients do not need to suffer in silence, though. Our attorneys at the Law Office of Robert Beatty-Walters are ready to advocate for clients throughout Portland, Oregon, Multnomah County and Washington. We have more than 40 years of combined experience defending patient rights and proving negligence in medical malpractice and surgical error cases.
Furthermore, founding attorney Robert Beatty-Walters possesses unique insight as he has more than 40 years of experience as a registered nurse, while also having over 30 years of experience as a lawyer. This allows him to protect medical patients in a way that not many other attorneys or firms can.
What Are The Most Common Surgical Errors?
Based on the sheer number of surgical procedures available, there are countless possible errors that could occur during a medical operation. When seeking treatment, patients should be aware of these common surgical errors:
- Wrong-site surgery
- Wrong-patient surgery
- Wrong-procedure surgery
- Foreign objects left behind
- Anesthesia errors
- Postoperative infections
- Nerve damage
- Unnecessary surgery
Whether a doctor has operated on the wrong part of a patient’s body or even performed the wrong procedure entirely, patients have rights, and they deserve to have the legal support required to hold medical professionals accountable for their negligence.
What Evidence Do I Need To Gather To Prove A Surgical Error Occurred?
Evidence can make or break a surgical negligence claim, which is why collecting key pieces of information relating to the incident should be a priority for all medical malpractice victims. If possible, patients should attempt to gather:
- Medical records
- Photos
- Videos
- Expert testimony
- Informed consent discrepancies
- Proof of financial losses
Immediately searching for evidence can provide injured patients with the necessary proof to begin the process of filing a medical malpractice lawsuit.
What Qualifications Should I Look For In A Surgical Error Attorney?
Finding an attorney can be an immense undertaking when dealing with the aftermath of a medical mistake. However, the average attorney might not be able to provide injured patients with the legal counsel they need. Patients should be sure to hire an attorney who possesses these traits or characteristics:
- Medical malpractice specialization
- Connections with medical experts
- Strong negotiation skills
- Trial experience
By securing the services of a well-rounded and accomplished surgical error attorney, patients in Oregon and Washington can feel protected and begin the process of fighting for compensation.
Protecting Surgical Error Victims With Pride
When doctors fail to uphold their commitment to maintaining patient safety, our attorneys understand that they have a duty to stand up and fight. To obtain our relentless support, contact our office at 503-688-9915 or email us today.