Medical Malpractice Lawyers Trenton, Missouri

Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Trenton, Missouri. If you or someone you love were injured because a physician did not give you the competent care that you were owed, call Burger Law straight away at (314) 500-HURT or complete our online form. Our medical malpractice lawyers always get great financial recoveries for the vulnerable in Trenton and throughout Missouri.

You do not have to pay because a physician, hospital or other healthcare professional in Trenton, MO gave you substandard care. When we get medical care, we do so believing that we are placing our well-being — and occasionally even our lives — in trustworthy hands. When doctors are negligent and you end up with even worse sickness or harm as a consequence, trust in the veteran and talented Trenton, MO medical malpractice lawyers of Burger Law to get you justice and a full financial recovery. Not only are we sympathetic and committed to our Trenton, MO clients, but we are more aggressive than the majority of law firms in filing lawsuits and not waiting around for the liable doctor to take responsibility. Our medical malpractice lawyers want medical professionals and their insurance company to understand that we mean business and will not take anything but the best possible compensation. Negligent health care can have devastating, permanent consequences, and in the dire circumstances can even result in wrongful death.

In our three decades of experience fighting back against bullies and getting the best possible results for our clients, we have won our clients over $175 million in verdicts and settlements. If you or someone you love has been hurt by a thoughtless doctor in Trenton, MO, reach out to Burger Law's medical malpractice lawyers now at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online.

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Medical Malpractice Statistics | Trenton, MO Medical Malpractice Lawyers

Data from John Hopkins Medicine found that one-tenth of all fatalities nationwide are due to medical error. Just one percent of doctors are responsible for just about 33 percent of medical malpractice cases. Too often, negligent doctors are permitted to keep practicing without any punishment. But when the state of Missouri does not want to hold liable doctors responsible, you can be sure the medical malpractice lawyers of Burger Law will.

In Missouri, less than 33 percent of medical malpractice cases end with the plaintiff recovering compensation. Still, between 2009 and 2018 a full $631.11 million was awarded in medical malpractice claims. You need dedicated and veteran Missouri medical malpractice lawyers to ensure you receive the great compensation you deserve.

Who Your Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Trenton, MO Can Hold Responsible in Your Case

We often automatically think of doctors when we think of medical malpractice, there are many parties that may be culpable of medical negligence in your claim. The state of Missouri defines a “healthcare provider” as a

Malpractice suits are typically complicated; it may not be clear straight away who was liable, or many people could be responsible. The trusted and talented Trenton, MO medical malpractice lawyers at Burger Law will perform a full investigation into your injuries and make certain that every party that caused you harm is held responsible for their thoughtless behavior.

Examples of Medical Malpractice in Trenton, MO

Medical negligence transpires when a healthcare professional breaches the standard of care, which is how most doctors in the same practice area and same geographic location would have addressed your health problems. Our Trenton, MO medical malpractice lawyers have seen that occur in a variety of ways:

Failure to Diagnose or Misdiagnosis

This is the most common reason for medical malpractice lawsuits that occur in outpatient treatment. Roughly 12 million people in United States are misdiagnosed each year. Catching health problems early on is imperative in realizing the most favorable outcome for a patient. A misdiagnosis, or failing to diagnose, can lead to a delay to the care you desperately need to get better, or can result in unsuitable care that compounds your illness or injury. Three-quarters of misdiagnoses are failing to diagnose some of the most deadly health conditions, for example:

• 37.8 percent for cancer
• 22.8 percent for vascular events
• 13.5 percent for infections

Surgical Errors

Surgical mistakes are the most frequent medical malpractice case related to in-hospital care. There are at least 4,000 surgical mistakes nationwide every year, and frighteningly, the most common source is performing surgery on an incorrect body part. Other instances can include accidental incisions, anesthesia mistakes, foreign objects like scissors being left inside the patient, infections or failure to treat complications emerge after the surgery.

Medication Errors

An estimated 7,000 to 9,000 people in the United States die each year owing to mistakes when administering medication. Examples can include not taking a record of the patient's allergies, giving an incorrect medication, giving the wrong dosage or not identifying interactions with other drugs.

Another example of medication errors is overprescribing medications. Studies show that overprescribing is a principal contributor to the opioid crisis in the U.S.

Unnecessary Care

Unnecessary medical care costs roughly $210 billion every year. John Hopkins Medicine surveyed 2,106 physicians and learned that physicians themselves are under the impression that 15 to 30 percent of medical care is not needed, including:

• 22 percent of prescription medications
• 24.9 percent of medical tests
• Over one-tenth of procedures
• More than one-fifth of medical care in general

Unneeded care can result in surgical errors, medication errors and overprescribed medication.

Birth Injuries

On average, 6 to 8 out of 1,000 children born in the United States experience a significant birth injury Every year. Not correctly monitoring the child throughout delivery, not properly utilizing birthing procedures or not identifying a health problem of the mother during pregnancy are all cases of medical malpractice that can cause long-term or permanent consequences.

Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse

The 1987 Nursing Home Reform Act established a Bill of Rights for nursing home residents meant to safeguard and ensure their physical, emotional and social health. When a nursing home or its staff neglects those rights and your loved one is consequently injured, the medical malpractice lawyers of Burger Law will hold them to blame.

Failure to Inform or Lack of Consent

We all have a fundamental right to make choices for ourselves. When a physician neglects to inform you of risks, or neglects to secure your consent before a procedure, it is an egregious violation of your rights.

At Burger Law, our Trenton, MO medical malpractice lawyers have experience with every kind of malpractice claim. We know the horrible consequences a healthcare professional's or institution's neglect can cause, and the exasperation and sorrow that comes with discovering that your trust was broken. We hold negligent doctors to blame and get our Trenton, MO clients the great financial recovery they are owed and that they need to move on and fully recover. Our medical malpractice lawyers also have exhaustive medical comprehension and will be able to identify exactly how your doctor breached the standard of care. Reach out to our medical malpractice lawyers in Trenton, MO straight away at (314) 500-HURT.

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Medical Malpractice Cases Won

Browse the links below to see several of the recent successes Burger Law's medical malpractice lawyers have secured for our clients in Trenton, MO:

• $1 Million Settlement for Family of a Man With Sepsis Infection
• $1 Million Settlement for Permanent Brain Injury
• $900,000 Settlement for Unnecessary Surgery Leading to Blindness in One Eye
• $200,000 Settlement for Misdiagnosis
• $175,000 Verdict for Surgical Error During a Cesarean Section
• Confidential Settlement for Failing to Diagnose Cancer and Lost Chance of Survival
• Confidential Settlement for Nursing Home Neglect
• Confidential Settlement for Wrongful Death Due to Fentanyl

How Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Missouri Can Help

Medical malpractice suits are notoriously tough to win. That is why you need excellent medical malpractice lawyers that have the experience, knowledge, perseverance and talent to win you the great financial recovery you know you deserve. When you hire us, our Missouri medical malpractice lawyers:

• Get started on your case right away
• Connect you with trusted and competent doctors to finally get you the medical attention you need
• Conduct a comprehensive investigation, including procuring medical records, qualified testimony and taking official statements from the defendant
• Consult with our network of Trenton, MO medical experts to ascertain standard of care in your case, demonstrate how the care you were given was below standard and prove negligence
• Offer empathetic, informed and honest legal guidance
• Keep you informed throughout your case so you are not left in the dark and you have all the information you need to make the best decision for your family
• Manage every legal aspect of your case so you can focus on healing
• Confer with with economic experts to ascertain exactly how much your claim is worth
• Negotiate with the insurance company to win you the best possible settlement offer
• Take your case in front of a judge and jury when the insurance company does not want to be fair in mediation

At Burger Law, we know that the average person in Trenton, MO does not have the resources and legal comprehension to oppose the high-priced defense teams of doctors and large corporations. For that reason, our Trenton, MO medical malpractice lawyers operate on a contingency fee basis. We accept no attorneys fees until we get you the full compensation you are owed. We have devoted our careers to making sure that the injured and vulnerable in Trenton, MO have access to the highest quality legal advocacy, one that compares with and eclipses that of large insurance companies. Our medical malpractice lawyers always work to abolish every hurdle standing between you and justice.

What You Need in a Medical Malpractice Claim

Not every mistake committed by medical professional constitutes malpractice. In order to get compensation for substandard care in Trenton, MO, you must demonstrate four things. Your medical malpractice lawyers from Burger Law will help you demonstrate that:

1. A doctor-patient relationship was established. This means proof that you hired the doctor and the doctor agreed to be hired. This is usually not hard to prove.
2. The doctor or healthcare provider was negligent. You need to be able to prove that a capable doctor in the same field, in the same geographical location caring for the same medical condition, would not have committed the same error.
3. The doctor’s breach of the standard of care directly caused you harm. This can frequently be difficult to prove, as patients being treated by a doctor are customarily already sick or injured.
4. That the injury caused the patient damages. Examples include physical pain, a disability, additional medical bills, or loss of earning capacity.

In Missouri, you will also need to include an “Affidavit of Qualified Healthcare Worker,” within 90 days of filing your case, under Missouri Revised Statute §538.225. This is a written opinion from a legally qualified healthcare provider that states that a) the doctor did not offer the treatment that a prudent healthcare provider would have under the same circumstances, and b) the failure contributed to the alleged injuries. Our medical malpractice lawyers have a wealth of experienced and qualified medical connections in Trenton and throughout Missouri who will help corroborate your claim.

What Compensation Can I Collect? | Trenton, MO Medical Malpractice Lawyers

The compensation your medical malpractice lawyers will help you collect usually falls into two categories: economic damages, which seek to compensate you for the financial damages you have undergone owing to a physician's negligence; and noneconomic damages, which seek to compensate for the less tangible ways in which your injuries have impacted your life:

• Economic damages include:
  • Lost wages
  • Lost earning capacity if the medical negligence caused a disability that does not allow you to perform the duties of your job anymore
  • Medical costs, for example:
    • Subsequent doctors appointments
    • Further procedures
    • Physical therapy
    • Medication costs
    • In-home medical care
    • Assistive devices such as crutches or needed improvements to your home or vehicle
    • Future estimated medical expenses, such as further physical therapy or medication, or replacement costs for assistive devices
• Noneconomic damages, which the state of Missouri defines as:
  • Pain and suffering
  • Mental anguish
  • Inconvenience
  • Physical impairment
  • Disfigurement
  • Loss of capacity to enjoy life
  • Loss of consortium

Burger Law's medical malpractice lawyers work tirelessly until you get every nickel that you are owed. We know that some injuries are impossible to fully recover from, but we fight to make certain that your pain and suffering is alleviated.

Malpractice cases diverge from other personal injuries in Missouri in two crucial aspects. Your medical malpractice lawyers at Burger Law will help you navigate damage caps and the statute of limitations in Missouri:

Damage Caps in Missouri Medical Malpractice Cases

In 2015, Missouri state legislature passed Senate Bill 239 in an attempt to lower insurance premiums for medical negligence. The bill set "damage caps" on how much you can collect in a medical malpractice suit in noneconomic damages. As of 2022, those caps are $450,098 for a "non-catastrophic injury" and $787,671 for a "catastrophic injury."

What is Catastrophic Injury? | Trenton, MO Medical Malpractice Lawyers

The damage caps for catastrophic injuries are higher because they affect your ability to perform basic tasks and to find enjoyment in life. Your Burger Law malpractice lawyers will help you ascertain if your injury can be considered catastrophic. Senate Bill 239 defines catastrophic injuries as:

• Quadriplegia, or loss of function in all four limbs
• Paraplegia, or loss of function in your legs and lower body
• Loss of two or more limbs
• A brain injury resulting in permanent cognitive impairment that results in permanent inability to:
• Make independent decisions
• Perform basic daily tasks such as eating, dressing, bathing, toileting, transferring and walking
• Irreversible failure of one or more major organ systems
• Legal blindness in your "best eye"

How Long Do I Have to File a Medical Malpractice Claim in Trenton, MO?

If you or a family member were harmed by a healthcare professional's negligence in Trenton, MO, it is imperative to get in touch with medical malpractice lawyers immediately. While most personal injury claims have a time limit of five years in Missouri, medical malpractice suits only have a time limit of two years, pursuant to Missouri Revised Statute §516.105. That means that following an injury from medical negligence your medical malpractice lawyers only have two years to investigate your case and file your claim. There are three noteworthy exceptions:

1. If a foreign object was left inside of you after surgery, you have two years from the date you discovered the object, or should have discovered the object.
2. If a doctor did not inform you of test results, you have two years from the date you discovered or should have discovered that you were not informed. This does not include failure to inform of negligent or incorrect test results.
3. If you or your loved one was a minor at the time of the malpractice, you have until they turn 20.

Do not wait. Call the Burger Law Trenton, MO medical malpractice lawyers today. We get to work on your case at once and do not let up until you receive the best possible compensation . Waiting could bring complications to your suit and could make it hard for even the best medical malpractice lawyers to demonstrate the full consequences of your damages. Call Burger Law's Trenton, MO medical malpractice lawyers immediately at (314) 500-HURT.

No one deserves to have their life disrupted because a doctor was negligent in their care. Burger Law's Trenton, MO medical malpractice lawyers comprise the highest- and most-reviewed law firm in Trenton, MO. We fight hard for our clients and work relentlessly to get them the great results they need to be made whole again. Our medical malpractice lawyers have spent the last 30 years fighting back against bullies and standing up for the "little guy." We will not let doctors, large corporations take advantage of your vulnerability. Call Burger Law's Trenton, MO medical malpractice lawyers today at (314) 500-HURT or fill out our online form to start on your road to recovery.