Medical Malpractice Attorney in Chicago, IL

Speak to an experienced and dedicated medical malpractice attorney in Chicago today at (866) 935-4153 or online. When you are injured by a medical provider’s negligence, we hold them accountable.

Burger Law in Chicago is an Illinois personal injury law firm with extensive knowledge and experience in medical malpractice claims. Our Chicago medical malpractice attorneys fight for the rights of individuals who sustain injuries at the hands of trusted doctors, nurses, hospitals, nursing homes and other medical institutions. We have helped hundreds of Chicago and Illinois residents recover millions of dollars in compensation.

You are entrusting your doctor or surgeon with your life when you allow them to treat or operate on you. But what can we do when a doctor doles out bad information or misses a critical opportunity for treatment? What about when a surgeon makes a catastrophic mistake during surgery? You need an Illinois medical malpractice attorney you can trust from Burger Law in Chicago handling your medical malpractice claim, especially after your confidence has been shattered by the negligence of that “trusted” medical professional. Your skilled medical malpractice attorney has your best interests in mind every step of the way.

Find out how your Illinois medical malpractice attorney in Chicago can help you by speaking to us about your medical malpractice claim for free immediately at (866) 935-4153 or by contacting us. There are no fees until our Chicago medical malpractice attorney wins your case.

What Constitutes Medical Malpractice in Chicago?

Medical professionals are required to meet a standard of care and follow procedures in treating a patient. When a doctor or other medical provider violates a standard of care in Illinois, and that violation causes injury, illness, disability or death, it is a case that needs to be brought to the attention of your medical malpractice attorney. Our Chicago medical malpractice attorneys see a lot of cases that are complex and involve questions about who is liable and how much your damages are worth, so it is crucial that you work with your Chicago medical malpractice attorney at Burger Law in Chicago who has the skill and commitment to fight for your complete recovery and demand accountability from large, bullying insurance companies and hospitals or other powerful medical entities. From proving Illinois medical physician negligence, nurse mistakes, failure to make an accurate diagnosis, infection after surgery and emergency room mistakes, your Illinois medical malpractice attorney has the winning track record you want from your Chicago area legal team working on your medical malpractice case.

Medical Malpractice-Related Resources From Your Chicago Legal Team at Burger Law

• Medical Malpractice Basics
• Medication and Prescription Errors
• Doctor Burnout Behind Many Medical Errors
• Challenges of Winning a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit

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Do I Have a Chicago Medical Malpractice Claim?

For your case to constitute medical malpractice, and for your Chicago medical malpractice attorney at Burger Law to file a claim on your behalf, there are several facts that must be true. Your case needs to meet the following:

• A doctor-patient relationship has to be established.
• The doctor committed a violation in the standard of care or acceptable care.
• An injury was caused by the doctor’s negligence.
• The doctor’s negligence and your injury led to specific damages, including permanent or temporary disability, loss of income, pain and suffering, relationship losses, medical and other bills, death and more.

Medical malpractice is the third leading cause of death in the United States. According to Medical News Today, medical malpractice occurs when a hospital, doctor or other health care professional, through a negligent act or omission, causes an injury to a patient. The negligence might be the result of errors in diagnosis, treatment, aftercare or health management.

Chicago Medical Malpractice Attorney: Illinois Statute of Limitations

Like many states, Illinois has a specific statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims. This statute, Illinois Compiled Statute 735 5/13-212(a), says that a Chicago medical malpractice attorney must file a medical malpractice claim within two years of the date on which the medical malpractice attorney’s client actually knew, or through the use of reasonable diligence should have known, about the injury that was caused by the medical professional’s malpractice. The statute goes on to set a broader deadline for cases where the injury to the medical malpractice attorney’s client is not discovered right away, stating that “in no event” shall a medical malpractice suit be brought more than four years after the date on which the underlying medical error occurred.

The statute also defines the specific filing date of four years for a medical malpractice attorney’s client who is under the age of 18 at the time they were injured. These cases must be filed by an Chicago medical malpractice attorney within eight years of the date on which the underlying medical malpractice occurred, but in no event can such a case be filed beyond the client’s 22nd birthday.

An Illinois medical malpractice attorney must attach to the original complaint an affidavit declaring that the lawyer has consulted a medical professional who:

• is knowledgeable regarding the medical issues inherent to the case;
• currently practices or teaches in the area of medicine pertinent to the medical malpractice attorney’s case; and
• has experience and competence in the lawsuit’s subject matter.

The medical malpractice attorney must also include in the affidavit a written report from the consulted medical professional, stating that “there is a reasonable and meritorious cause” for the medical malpractice suit.

Your Chicago medical malpractice attorney at Burger Law in Chicago will help ensure that you file your claim correctly and do not miss out on compensation due to a clerical error. Call us immediately at (866) 935-4153 or contact your medical malpractice attorney online for a no-cost case review.

Does Illinois Cap Medical Malpractice Damages?

Following the 2010 LeBron v. Gottlieb Memorial Hospital decision, there is no cap of any kind on damages in Illinois medical malpractice cases. Prior to 2010, Illinois, like numerous other states, passed a law that capped non-economic damages in a medical malpractice case. But the cap was declared unconstitutional by the Illinois Supreme Court. Non-economic damages are those not easily calculable, including:

• Pain and suffering
• Stress and anxiety
• Loss of enjoyment
• Scarring
• Disfigurement

Who Can I Sue in a Chicago Medical Malpractice Case?

If you believe a medical provider was negligent or harmful to you while you were under their care, speak with your Chicago medical malpractice attorney today at (866) 935-4153 or fill out this form so that we can file a medical malpractice claim immediately. The state of Illinois and Chicago medical malpractice attorneys define a medical provider as being a:

• Physician
• Hospital
• Health maintenance organization
• Ambulatory surgical center
• Long-term care facility
• Registered or licensed practical nurse
• Optometrist
• Podiatrist
• Pharmacist
• Chiropractor
• Professional physical therapist
• Psychologist
• Physician-in-training, or
• Any other person or entity who provides health care services in Illinois under the authority of a license or certificate

Medical professionals should always make the best decisions regarding your health, and they should only advise you if they have the necessary knowledge in that field of medicine. When a doctor acts outside of their scope or performs a surgery or medical procedure without providing the due care of skills required for that surgery, then errors happen and you are legally owed compensation.

What Are the Common Reasons for Chicago Medical Malpractice Claims?

Based on research from your Chicago medical malpractice attorney, a wide array of situations can lead to a medical malpractice claim. Most Chicago medical malpractice claims fall into one of the following five scenarios:

1. Failure to diagnose a patient’s medical condition
2. A patient injury during treatment
3. Failure to treat a patient’s condition
4. Medication errors
5. Failure to provide Duty of Informed Consent

According to a recent study, more than half of the estimated 85,000 cases filed each year by medical malpractice attorneys are either failures to diagnose or medication errors. The medication/prescription errors cause at least one death every day and injure roughly 1.3 million people each year in the U.S. alone. Research reviewed by your Chicago medical malpractice attorney shows that 21% of American adults have personally suffered from a medical error.

If you or a loved one is suffering from injuries caused by doctors or medical professionals who betrayed your trust and did not give you the care and treatment you deserve, call us now at (866) 935-4153 or contact your Chicago medical malpractice attorney online to get the compensation and recovery you deserve. We do not charge any fees until you receive payment for your damages.

We Stand Up To Bullies In The Medical Field

Your Chicago Medical Malpractice Attorney | Burger Law

Your Chicago medical malpractice attorney aggressively pursues the fair compensation the law says you are entitled to when you have been subjected to and injured by medical malpractice in Illinois. Our medical malpractice attorneys provide a variety of free resources, including the personal injury books written by Chicago medical malpractice attorney Gary Burger.

Call us now at (866) 935-4153 or contact us for a free consultation with your Chicago medical malpractice attorney today.

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What our clients are saying about us

Juanita Matthews

Year of 2023

This law firm is absolutely amazing. They took on my case, when nobody else would! They fought hard for me when it seemed there was no hope. They kept me informed and always asked for my input before making decisions on my case. Gary puts himself into every case unlike most law firm owners. Gary and his team really care about every one of their clients, and fights hard to get you a fair settlement. They actually won my case out of court, and then reduced my fees to make sure I could get my car fixed and be able to get back to some normality. I would recommend Burger Law over and above any other firm! If you go somewhere else you aren’t getting the best!

Shaunda S.

7 months ago

I am very happy with the staff at Burger Law. I mostly worked with Michael Sheldon, and he did an amazing job. I trusted him completely with my case, and he did not disappoint. I would definitely recommend this team if your ever in need of good attorneys.

Emelia M.

3 months ago

Burger Law Firm is fantastic. Laura and Genevieve were so amazing and helpful throughout the entire process. They helped me with my personal injury case every step of the way and succeeded at getting me the results I desired.

Helen L.

a year ago

We had a great experience with Burger Law for representing us after a serious car accident. Truly impressed by how professional and supportive the entire team is. And, many thanks to Genavieve and Laura – you are amazing!

Judy M.

a year ago

They did an amazing job on my case! Communication with them was great!!! Kept me informed and in the loop with everything that was going on!!! Will definitely be the 1st ones I’ll call if ever I’m in another accident!!! Thank you very much!!!

Chelsea C.

5 months ago

Let me tell you something about Burger Law.. they are so attentive and kind. Jennifer is my savior!! I love the whole team!!! They are truly a miracle team!! I appreciate their business and would recommend it to others.

David D.

2 months ago

Absolutely the best law firm in the St. Louis area. No matter the size of your case you are treated as if you are the only client on the roster. Will explain anything thoroughly and they work around your availability. Very impressed and appreciative of the service.

Lisa B.

11 months ago

Gary and Casey took great care of me for 2.5 years as my lawsuit was finally settled. I feel he helped me achieve justice for me and my 4 children after their father died from medical malpractice and neglect. Thanks to Gary, my kids now have a great start to their college and adult lives. Thank you Gary and Casey, for fighting for us so hard at our most trying and difficult time in our lives thus far. Love and God bless from my family to yours!

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