Doctors are trusted to provide safe, competent medical care. We rely on physicians, hospitals, and healthcare providers because their training and expertise go far beyond our own.
In most cases, that trust is well placed. But when medical mistakes happen, the consequences can be severe. A single error can lead to serious injury, permanent health problems, or overwhelming medical bills.
Some outcomes are unavoidable, even when a provider acts appropriately. Other times, patients are harmed because of negligence, poor judgment, or a failure to follow accepted medical standards. When that happens, it may be medical malpractice.
Medical negligence often results in life-changing injuries. These may include brain injuries caused by oxygen deprivation, stroke complications from delayed diagnosis, surgical injuries such as internal damage or infection, birth injuries like cerebral palsy or nerve damage, medication errors, permanent disability, or wrongful death.
Patients have the right to expect proper medical care whenever they seek treatment. When a healthcare provider breaches that trust and causes harm, they must be held accountable.
With offices in Champaign, Kankakee, Danville, and Mattoon, the Illinois medical malpractice lawyers at Spiros Law serve injured patients and families throughout Illinois. We take on insurance companies, hospitals, and other responsible parties that try to avoid full accountability.
Our attorneys are skilled litigators with real courtroom experience. We work aggressively to negotiate fair compensation, but if insurers or healthcare providers refuse to do what is right, we are not afraid to take cases to court. Our firm has a strong record of success in complex malpractice litigation, including record-setting verdicts and results for injured clients.
Contact the Spiros Law team to protect your rights, fight for the justice and compensation your rightfully due.
Noteworthy Verdicts & Settlements
$40,000,000 Birth Injury Verdict
A 19-year-old teen and her parents won $40 million for injuries suffered during childbirth. This was the largest medical malpractice verdict in Coles County, Illinois, and the highest ever outside of Cook County.
$29,500,000 Medical Malpractice Settlement
A man suffered permanent disability after a non-emergency surgery. After six years of legal battles, he received a record-breaking settlement in downstate Illinois including elements of product liability.
$3,300,000 Hospital Fall Medical Negligence Payout
Settlement for a 52-year-old female who suffered a fatal head injury after a hospital fall during rehabilitation following a ruptured aneurysm.
$1,400,000 RSD Medical Negligence Settlement
Won settlement for a 42-year-old female improperly administered medication, resulting in the largest settlement for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) in Champaign County.
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Our reputation is built on proven results and respect within the legal community.
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Understanding Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice is defined as harm to a patient by a doctor, who does not competently perform their medical duties. In order to prove that an injury was caused by malpractice, the claim must demonstrate that the doctor’s care violated standard medical procedure, was caused by negligence, and resulted in significant damages to the patient. These damages may include physical pain, mental anguish, additional medical expenses, or lost work and earning capacity.
Although medical malpractice is most commonly discussed in conjunction with doctor care, you may file a claim against any medical professional, including but not limited to nurses, technicians, and hospital staff.
When medical malpractice causes catastrophic injury, the Illinois medical malpractice attorneys at Spiros Law, P.C. are prepared to help you through any of the malpractice scenarios you may face, such as:
- Wrongful Diagnosis/Failure to Diagnose a Condition
- Wrongful Death
- Improper Treatment
- Surgical Errors
- Emergency Room Errors
- Birth Injuries
- Delay in Treatment
- Hospital Negligence
Medical malpractice is a frightening and often devastating occurrence, and you should not have to fight back alone. If you have questions regarding medical malpractice, the lawyers at Spiros Law, P.C. will help you determine if you have a case and can provide you with important next steps to take.
What To Do After Medical Malpractice in Illinois
Medical malpractice is an unfortunately common occurrence in the United states, with close to 640,000 claims in the past 10 years. If you are faced with medical malpractice, it is important to know the steps to take before filing a claim so that you have the necessary information for a lawsuit. Some of the most important steps include:
- Contacting the medical professional involved: this allows you to understand what went wrong during the medical procedure and determine if these effects can be remedied.
- Contacting the relevant medical licensing board: this board may be able to issue warnings or discipline to the medical professional involved, and they can guide you on the next steps to take.
- Learning how long you have to file a claim: all medical malpractices cases have a time limit in which they must be filed. This time frame is determined by your state and is available to you online.
- Getting a medical assessment to confirm your case has merit: another medical professional is able to review your injuries and provide a certificate of merit. This is an essential piece of your claim, which indicates that your injuries are the result of negligence.
- Finding an experienced attorney: filing a medical malpractice case is often a long and complex process. It is important to have an attorney on your side to help you build your case and ensure you follow the proper steps. This will help you raise your chances of compensation.
Each of these steps are essential to building a medical malpractice case, and without them, you lower your chances of getting your case to court. Once you have completed these steps, it is time to reach out to a legal professional to give you the guidance and support you need throughout this process.
Additional Resources on Medical Malpractice
- Medical Malpractice Health Care Advocate Resource Guide
- How Many Die Due to Malpractice Mistakes in U.S.
- $40 Million Birth Injury Verdict After Baby Endured Injuries During Delivery
- $29.5 Million Medical Malpractice Payout After Surgery Left a Man with Life-Long Disability
- $9.8 Million Medical Malpractice Verdict for Baby Injury Requiring Emergency Craniotomy
Medical Malpractice FAQs
What is informed consent in medical treatment?
Informed consent requires your doctor to provide all necessary information about treatment, including benefits, risks, and alternatives, and for you to voluntarily agree. Failure to do so can be medical negligence.
Are there exceptions to the informed consent rule?
Yes. Routine procedures (like yearly physicals imply consent) and emergency situations where immediate care is needed or the patient cannot consent are exceptions.
What must I prove to win a medical malpractice case?
You must prove a doctor-patient relationship existed, the doctor was negligent (care fell below expected standards), the negligence caused your injury, and you suffered significant damages (physical pain, financial loss, etc.).
What is considered negligence by a doctor?
Negligence can include failing to diagnose, improperly treating a condition, or not warning you of known risks or complications.
What kind of damages can I claim in a medical malpractice case?
You can claim damages for physical pain, mental anguish, additional medical bills, and lost working or earning capacity.
When is the deadline to file a medical malpractice claim in Illinois?
In Illinois, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice is generally two years from the date the negligent act occurred.
What happens if I miss the filing deadline for a medical malpractice claim in Illinois?
If you file after the two-year statute of limitations in Illinois, the court will likely dismiss your case, regardless of its merits.
Why is it important to understand the filing deadline for a medical malpractice claim?
Understanding the statute of limitations is crucial to avoid automatic dismissal of a valid medical malpractice case.
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