Washington Medical Malpractice Attorney – Causes of Malpractice

Sadly, medical malpractice is a frequent occurrence in America. In cases of personal injury or wrongful death resulting from medical negligence, the plaintiff must be prove that the health care professional in question provided inadequate care compared to other caregivers in the same circumstances. Medical malpractice or negligence can exacerbate an existing injury or illness, as well as cause new injuries or the wrongful death of a patient. Preventable medical errors are the cause of nearly 98,000 deaths per year, and thousands more injuries. The law firm of Phillips & Webster has offices throughout the Seattle and Tacoma, Washington areas, and can provide an experienced medical malpractice attorney who is ready to assist you with your case and advise you of your legal options.

• Causes of Medical Malpractice
• Injuries Caused by Medical Malpractice

Causes of Medical Malpractice

There are many ways medical malpractice can occur. Some of the most common include:

• Failure to make the correct diagnosis
• Failure to prescribe the correct medicine
• Failure to provide competent or appropriate care
• Mistakes made during surgery
• Mistakes made during anesthesia
• Administration of improper treatment
• Disease misdiagnosis

If you live in or around Seattle or Tacoma, Washington and believe that you or a loved one has been a victim of medical malpractice, contact an attorney at Phillips & Webster to speak with a knowledgeable expert in medical malpractice law.

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Injuries Caused by Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice can lead to a variety of serious injuries and death. Common injuries that occur as a result of medical negligence include:

• Birth injuries
• Cerebral palsy
• Erb's palsy
• Mental retardation
• Developmental retardation
• Paralysis
• Quadriplegia
• Bone fractures
• Infertility
• Limited use and control of limbs
• Blindness
• Deafness
• Death

In medical malpractice cases involving the death of a loved one, an attorney may be able to prove wrongful death in order to obtain compensation on the behalf of the deceased's family.

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Contact Seattle and Tacoma, Washington Medical Malpractice Attorney

If you reside in Seattle, Tacoma, or another area of Washington and have fallen victim to the consequences of medical malpractice, an attorney from our practice can help you pursue maximum compensation. The lawyers at Phillips & Webster are well-versed in every aspect of medical malpractice, from the statute of limitations regulating medical malpractice lawsuits to pre-trial arbitration. Our attorneys are dedicated to using their extensive knowledge to expertly represent you.

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