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In Hampshire County, Massachusetts, people often look to doctors, surgeons, and other medical professionals for help during routine check-ups and to help keep them safe in emergency medical situations. These healthcare providers must take part in extensive education and training programs to be allowed to perform in their field and follow a high standard of care for each patient they work with. Unfortunately, mistakes may still occur due to medical negligence while a patient is in the care of a healthcare provider. These mistakes can leave patients with severe injuries, losses, and a long healing journey.
Patients who put their trust in a medical profession and have been injured due to medical malpractice should never have to fight for justice alone. The Hampshire County attorneys at Sweeney Merrigan Personal Injury Lawyers are dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for their clients as they pursue the fair compensation they deserve. To schedule a free consultation and learn more about how our medical malpractice attorneys can help you, call our office at 617-391-9001 or complete our contact form today.
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In the state of Massachusetts, medical malpractice claims must be filed within three years of the discovery of the negligence that led to an injury. Discovery is a legal term that means that the three-year time limit does not begin until the victim discovers the malpractice that occured while in the care of a medical professional. This rule is in place to provide enough time for victims whose injuries may not be as obvious or have clear symptoms.
The overarching filing deadline for a medical malpractice claim in Hampshire County is seven years from the date that the injury occurred, regardless of whether it is discoverable and even if the doctor-patient relationship existed during that time.
Most victims of medical negligence will be unaware of what caused their injuries for a long period following the incident. That is why it is highly important to speak with our knowledgeable team of Hampshire County personal injury attorneys if you believe you may have been the victim of medical malpractice in Massachusetts. If you suspect that a doctor, nurse, or other medical professional was guilty of malpractice over the course of your care, you may be eligible to file a claim for damages. For your claim to be successful in Massachusetts, you must be able to prove the following elements of medical malpractice:
Proving that you suffered injuries as a result of medical malpractice can be incredibly challenging, but you do not need to go through the Massachusetts medical malpractice claims process on your own. If you believe you may be a victim of medical malpractice in Hampshire County, it is crucial to contact one of our trusted Hampshire County medical malpractice attorneys as soon as possible.
The award-winning medical malpractice legal team at Sweeney Merrigan Personal Injury Lawyers offers trusted representation to victims of medical negligence by handling all aspects of their claims and offering legal guidance to obtain the fair compensation they deserve. J. Tucker Merrigan and Kyle A. Camilleri are passionate about providing top-of-the-line medical malpractice litigation in Massachusetts and have earned a reputation for success with awards such as Rising Star, Super Lawyers, Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers, and Top Attorney Award.
After suffering an injury as a result of medical negligence, you may be eligible to receive compensation for the losses you have suffered as a result. Some of the damages you may be eligible to collect after suffering from medical malpractice include:
If you are unsure what damages you may be eligible to collect, contact one of our trusted Hampshire County medical malpractice lawyers who may be able to help by going over the details of your claim.
At Sweeney Merrigan Personal Injury Lawyers, we can determine how much you are owed in compensation and your best legal options moving forward. We fight for the justice you deserve and have secured hundreds of millions of dollars in damages, holding medical professionals accountable for the losses they have caused due to their actions. Schedule a free consultation with a skilled medical malpractice lawyer today at 617-391-9001, or fill out our contact form.
Attorneys at Sweeney Merrigan Law, LLP have been recognized and honored by several of the top legal associations, including SuperLawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association, and Best Lawyers.
Sweeney Merrigan Law, LLP is a highly successful personal injury law firm serving Massachusetts since 2011.
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