Anesthesia, Medication Errors and Medical Malpractice
Anesthesia used during surgical procedures will have an affect on breathing, brain activity, and blood circulation. An overdose can result in permanent brain injury, heart attack, or even wrongful death. Attorney Louis Jay Arnold has extensive experience in handling complex medical malpractice claims involving anesthesia errors. If you or someone you love may have been affected by an anesthesia or drug error, it is important to know your rights and options for recovery after an injury or wrongful death.
Call (215) 735–1776 now to speak directly with an experienced injury lawyer or contact Louis Jay Arnold by e-mail for a free consultation.
Immediate investigations for complex medication errors claims
General anesthetics allow patients to enter an unconscious or semi-conscious state where they will not feel pain during surgery. When a patient suffers an injury or death, it is usually the result of medical negligence resulting from improper communication between doctors and nurses or an improper prescription by the anesthesiologist. Injury can also occur where a patient is on another incompatible drug. Mr. Arnold handles medication errors cases involving:
- Improper dosage
- Delayed delivery
- Intubation errors
- Failure to treat complications
- Failure to monitor
- Nursing errors
- Prolonged sedation
- Defective equipment
- Wrong Medication
Take action to protect your rights and maximize your recovery
Medical malpractice claims can be complex and require experienced advocacy and detailed analysis. For example, you must have a certificate of review within 60 days of when you file suit. Attorney Arnold will begin an immediate investigation to collect and preserve all necessary evidence including witness statements, medical and hospital records, documentation and expert advice. Every case must be reviewed by medical experts. Mr. Arnold will have your case reviewed by a specialist to determine whether the standard of care was breached. Through negotiations or trial, he will take every necessary step to maximize your compensation for medical expenses, loss of income, disability, pain and suffering, or the wrongful death of a loved one.
Contact Louis Jay Arnold today by calling (215) 735-1776 for a free consultation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Offering advocacy and support for victims of medication errors.
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