Medical Malpractice
When Negligence Has Life-Changing Consequences, Results Matter

Have you or a loved one been harmed because a healthcare provider failed to meet the accepted standard of care? Then your case might fall in the category of medical malpractice, which means that you potentially could get financial support to cover the associated medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses.

Medical errors can have serious consequences on victims, causing physical injuries, long-term disabilities, and emotional trauma. These consequences not only affect your quality of life, but they can also result in devastating financial burdens.

At Wormington & Bollinger, our team has extensive experience handling various types of medical negligence cases. We are here to offer the legal support that you need and can guide you through the medical and legal complexities required to receive a fair settlement.

Keep in mind that different types of medical malpractice claims have their own rules and unique challenges. Our law firm brings years of experience in the industry and knows the best way to build a winning case. Not only will we gather the necessary evidence and medical documents, but we are aggressive about negotiations to ensure that you receive a fair settlement.

The more you learn about our legal team, the more you will see why we are the preferred provider for medical malpractice and personal injury victims. Call today to learn about available legal services and discuss your case with an experienced attorney.

Anesthesiology Errors

Even the slightest mistake with anesthesia dosing can have devastating effects on a patient. Some of the most common types of anesthesiology errors that we see include the use of the wrong drug, improper dosing, failure to monitor vital signs, and inadequate airway management. When these mistakes happen, they can lead to serious complications such as brain injuries, a vegetative state, organ damage, and even death. Depending on the circumstances, liability might involve the anesthesiologist, the hospital, or other members of the surgical team.

Lack of informed consent

When procedures and treatments are being considered, healthcare providers are required to explain the risks so that the patients can decide if they want to move forward with this care. If a doctor, nurse, or other healthcare provider neglects these warnings, then it’s possible that a patient might have a medical malpractice claim if they are injured without being informed of the risks. In order to win these types of cases, we need to gather all necessary documentation to prove liability, including consent forms, the information that was explained, and whether or not the healthcare provider discussed any other treatment options. Often, Lack of Informed Consent goes hand-in-hand with other types of medical malpractice issues.

Pain Management Mistakes

If there are mistakes in the way pain medications are prescribed or administered, then it could cause serious injury to the patient. Examples of pain medication mistakes include the use of the wrong drug, an incorrect dose, not monitoring the patient properly, or failure to detect the risk of addiction. These prescription pain relievers can be quite strong and lead to serious health complications, such as overdose, respiratory issues, addiction, and even a worsening of chronic pain. When liability is being determined, we can look at pain management specialists, prescribing physicians, and even the pharmacies, depending on the circumstances of your case. Our legal team will review all of your medical history and other related evidence to determine if you have a case worth pursuing.

Medication Overdosing

If the healthcare team recommends excessive use of medications, or drugs are prescribed that are contraindicated, then it might be categorized as medication overdosing malpractice. Healthcare providers must evaluate the patient’s medical history and all types of medications that are being used, and never ignore any potential drug interactions. Liability with these types of cases can involve multiple parties since they can happen in both inpatient and outpatient care. The pharmacies and/or hospital staff might be held liable for the overdosing. We’ll look at the ways dosage decisions were made, as well as whether the charting followed industry standards and how the pharmacy verified the prescription.

Plastic Surgery Errors

Whether elective or non-elective, the hope is that plastic surgery will result in an improvement in a person’s appearance. But there are unfortunately times when plastic surgery can involve negligence and cause harm to patients. Some of these common errors include poor surgical techniques, inadequate pre-op screenings, failure to warn the patient about potential risks, or failure to control infection. The consequences of these injuries can be life-altering, such as permanent disfigurement, scarring, nerve damage, and even a loss of function. While the plastic surgeon might be found liable, our legal team will also look at whether the facility standards might have impacted the risk of complications. When things go wrong with plastic surgery, our team is here to help with your legal claim that addresses both the physical injury and emotional harm.

Surgical Errors

This is a broader category that can cover a wide range of medical complications relating to surgical procedures, such as the wrong procedure, operating on the wrong body part, leaving a foreign object in the surgical site, infection because sterile practices were not followed, or failures with postoperative care. In order to build a solid medical malpractice case, our legal team reviews all of the surgical reports, records from postoperative care, and any follow-up care that was provided. Often, there are multiple defendants in these types of cases, including the surgeon, a surgical team, the hospital, and even the device manufacturer.

Retained Sponge / Foreign Object

The health consequences can be severe if a sponge or other foreign object is accidentally left inside a patient after a surgery: infection, organ damage, and often the need for additional surgeries. If the evidence is there (the object inside the patient), then it is usually a clear process to establish liability. But we still need to gather evidence to document and trace the circumstances. In these types of medical malpractice cases, it’s critical that you act quickly because the timing and evidence will make a big difference in the outcome of your case.

Patient Falls

There are multiple liability issues that could increase the risk of a patient falling in a hospital or care facility, such as a lack of safety protocols, inadequate supervision, or even unsafe conditions, such as wet floors or poor lighting. The injuries can vary depending on the circumstances of the fall, such as bone fractures, head injuries, and even internal bleeding. Often, the care facility or hospital is found liable, but it depends on the staffing and safety policies. Our legal team will help with gathering the evidence and proving liability so that you receive fair compensation for your fall injuries.

Nursing Errors

Nurses play an important part in patient care, especially because they are responsible for medication administration, patient monitoring, and responding to any changes in the patient’s condition. Even though nurses are highly trained, mistakes and errors can cause harm to a patient. Some of the most common types of nursing errors that we see include issues such as the wrong medication, improper medication dosing, not monitoring vital signs properly, or a failure to address medical changes and escalate the patient’s case when needed. When these types of issues occur, the nurse is often found liable, but the evidence might also point to the supervising physician or the facility. Our legal team will review all applicable medical records and evidence, including the staffing levels in the facility, nurse training, and details found within the patient’s medical chart.

Bed Sores & Pressure Ulcers

These medical malpractice cases are most often found in long-term care facilities and nursing homes. If a patient is immobile and their hygiene is neglected, then it can increase the risk of sores and ulcers forming where their skin is receiving constant pressure. These injuries are not only uncomfortable but could also cause serious health consequences such as infection, sepsis, and even death. Our legal team will help to establish liability, which could involve the facility, staff members, or even inadequate care planning. We help with the documentation of timelines, as well as other conditions that might have played a role in the injuries.

Birth Injuries

Welcoming a child into the world should be a joyous experience, and it can be heartbreaking if medical mistakes are made during this critical time. There are various types of errors that could impact the mother’s or child’s health during prenatal care, labor, or delivery, such as misdiagnosis, a delayed C-section, umbilical cord issues, problems with the placenta, or a condition known as newborn hypoxia. Some of the consequences can result in lifelong issues for the baby, such as cerebral palsy or serious developmental delays. Unfortunately, these birth complications often put a heavy financial burden on the family for future care costs, rehabilitation, and special education needs. Our legal team can help you build a strong case with expert reviews of the medical records and neonatal care.

Nursing Home Neglect & Abuse

There are different ways that a resident might be at risk in a long-term care setting. For example, negligence might occur because of poor staffing, failure to monitor the patient, or not providing the proper hygiene or nutrition care that is required. Also, nursing home abuse is a serious concern that could involve physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. The consequences of either neglect or abuse might include dehydration, weight loss, falls, infections, and even death. Our law firm is here to help with your nursing home case and will find the evidence necessary to establish liability with the facility, staff, and/or management. It’s essential that you identify the signs of abuse or neglect as early as possible and contact our legal team without delay.

IV Infiltration

When an IV is improperly placed, the IV fluid might start leaking into the surrounding tissue instead of going into the vein like it is supposed to. These issues can result in tissue damage and an issue known as “compartment syndrome.” In severe cases, amputation might even be necessary. We’ll help to establish liability based on the improper IV placement, insufficient patient monitoring, or a delayed response to the corresponding symptoms that indicated IV infiltration.  As we are building the case, we will look at all necessary evidence and documentation, such as the IV logs, medical records, and patient complaints.

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