In Hawaii and all other states, those who entrust their care to medical professionals have the right to reasonably assume that all treatment will be offered in accordance with the highest levels of accepted safety standards. Medical malpractice is problematic in many facilities across the nation. A woman in another state says she suffered serious injuries that could have been prevented if those caring for her at the time would have been more careful.
The issue involves a catheter the woman claims was improperly placed inside her body. She said medical staff failed to recognize their own mistake. As a result, the woman reportedly suffered severe vascular and internal injuries.
She has since filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against those deemed responsible. The woman has requested a jury trial and is seeking $50,000 plus court costs as compensation. In such situations, it is often helpful to retain assistance from an experienced personal injury attorney who has successfully represented other clients in similar claims in the past.
Anyone in Hawaii who has suffered injury believed to have been caused by medical malpractice may seek restitution against any party or parties believed responsible. Third party testimony is often a key factor toward a successful outcome in court. Such testimony can help substantiate a claim by confirming the severity of an injury, as well as what may have caused it in the first place. Severe medical injuries often require surgery or other ongoing treatment in recovery. Although this type of care is typically quite expensive, such costs may be offset by compensation awarded in successfully litigated claims.
Source: madisonrecord.com, “Medical malpractice suit alleges misplaced catheter“, Michael Abella, Nov. 17, 2016