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HILO MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAWYER
SEEKING JUSTICE FOR MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE VICTIMS IN HILO, HI
Medical malpractice is a distressing situation that can leave patients and their families grappling with physical, emotional, and financial hardships. At Davis Levin Livingston, we understand the complexities of medical malpractice cases and are dedicated to providing compassionate legal representation to victims across Hawaii. If you or a loved one have suffered due to medical negligence, our experienced team of Hilo medical malpractice lawyers is here to help you seek justice and the compensation you deserve.
Call (808) 740-0633 or fill out our online contact form today to schedule a free consultation.
What is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional, such as a doctor, nurse, surgeon, or hospital, fails to provide appropriate and competent medical care, resulting in harm to the patient. These cases involve a breach of the medical standard of care, meaning that the healthcare provider's actions or omissions fell below the accepted level of professionalism and skill within the medical community.
Here are some common types of medical malpractice cases:
- Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis: This occurs when a healthcare provider fails to correctly diagnose a medical condition or delays the diagnosis, leading to a worsened medical outcome. For instance, misdiagnosing cancer or heart disease can have serious consequences.
- Surgical Errors: Surgical malpractice involves mistakes made during surgical procedures. These can range from wrong-site surgery (operating on the wrong part of the body) to leaving surgical instruments inside the patient's body.
- Medication Errors: Medication-related malpractice can involve prescribing the wrong medication, incorrect dosages, or failing to consider a patient's allergies or potential drug interactions.
- Anesthesia Errors: Anesthesia malpractice can include administering too much or too little anesthesia, failing to monitor the patient's vital signs properly during surgery, or not considering the patient's medical history when choosing anesthetic agents.
- Birth Injuries: These cases involve injuries to the mother or baby during childbirth. Examples include cerebral palsy caused by lack of oxygen during delivery or improper use of forceps or vacuum extraction.
- Hospital Negligence: Hospitals can be held liable for negligence if they fail to provide a safe and hygienic environment, adequately supervise staff, or maintain proper equipment.
- Emergency Room Errors: Mistakes made in the emergency room can lead to serious consequences due to the fast-paced and high-stress nature of the environment. Misdiagnosis, medication errors, and delays in treatment are common examples.
- Failure to Obtain Informed Consent: Patients have the right to be informed about the risks, benefits, and alternatives of a medical procedure before giving their consent. If a healthcare provider fails to provide adequate information, it can lead to a medical malpractice case.
- Lack of Proper Follow-up: Healthcare providers have a duty to provide appropriate follow-up care after a procedure or treatment. Failure to do so can result in worsened conditions or complications.
- Nursing Home Neglect or Abuse: When elderly residents of nursing homes are not provided with proper care, including medical attention, nutrition, and hygiene, it can lead to malpractice claims.
- Radiology and Lab Errors: Misinterpretation of test results, including X-rays, MRIs, and lab tests, can lead to misdiagnosis and improper treatment.
- Infections and Postoperative Complications: Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) or complications arising after surgery can result from inadequate sterilization procedures, poor wound care, or improper monitoring.
Proving medical malpractice typically requires demonstrating that the healthcare provider breached the standard of care expected in their field and that this breach directly caused harm to the patient.
Generally, the statute allows victims to file a lawsuit within two years from the date the injury occurred or the date it was discovered (or should have been discovered).
How Our Hilo Medical Malpractice Lawyers Can Help
Our firm has a history of securing substantial settlements and verdicts for our clients in medical malpractice cases. With decades of combined legal experience, our team is well-equipped to handle even the most complex medical malpractice claims.
We understand the emotional toll of medical malpractice cases and will provide unwavering support throughout the legal process. Our skilled negotiators will strive to reach a fair settlement, but we are fully prepared to take your case to court if needed.
Contact us today at (808) 740-0633 to schedule a free consultation.
Four Decades of Record Breaking Victories
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$104,000,000 Child Sex Abuse
We're proud to have secured a landmark $104 million settlement for victims of abuse against Kamehameha School. This ground-breaking case marks a significant victory for the victims, with the school agreeing to settle.
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$29,400,000 Medical Malpractice
Physicians at Tripler Army Medical Center failed to order a crucial test that would have detected a twisted gut in a 1-month-old baby, resulting in the loss of 95% of the baby's small intestine and leading to lifelong disability.
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$15,400,000 Wrongful Death
The state has agreed to a $15.4 million settlement in a civil lawsuit filed by the families of two hikers who fell to their deaths on a Kauai hiking trail in 2006.
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$15,000,000 Vacuum/Forceps Injury
The hospital improperly attempted to deliver a post-date baby using a traumatic second-stage vacuum extraction. This extraction and the delay in delivery resulted in permanent brain damage to the baby.
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$9,975,000 Brain Injury
The hospital's failure to monitor an infant's rising bilirubin levels led to bilirubin encephalopathy and kernicterus, resulting in severe and permanent brain damage. A settlement of $9,975,000 was obtained.
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$9,500,000 Medical Malpractice
Surgeons at Tripler Army Medical Center reattached the small intestine backward during gastric bypass surgery, leading to complications that ultimately resulted in the death of a 31-year-old Army wife and mother of three.
Why Davis Levin Livingston?
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Available by phone 24/7 & ready to help.
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Secured tens of millions of dollars on behalf of our clients.
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Highest malpractice judgment in U.S. history against a military hospital.
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Includes an experienced medical team including a nursing staff to answer your questions.
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Mark Davis and Mike Livingston have been recognized as some of the best lawyers in Hawaii.
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Resources available to advance your expenses; no cost or fees unless Davis Levin Livingston wins your case.
Dedicated Legal Counsel You Can Count On
Helping Families throughout hawaii for over 40 years
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"Professional, KIND, and understanding"
They are most professional, KIND, and understanding. Thank you Matt Winter for all your help.- Clare T. -
"We wouldn't have chosen any other team!"
Mathew Winter and the whole staff of Davis Levin Livingston guided us every step of the way and made sure we understood everything that was going on. They were always so welcoming and compassionate. Communication was never a problem and emails were answered super fast, especially when we had so many questions. They- Maariel -
"The absolute best firm in Hawaii. Compassion and professionalism at its best!"
Truly a wonderful experience with everyone at the firm. I can't thank you enough for helping provide closure for my family and me during this process. The absolute best firm in Hawaii. Compassion and professionalism at its best!- Daniel -
"After doing extensive research I knew that Davis Levin Livingston was the firm for me due to the success they have had in cases like mine."
After doing extensive research I knew that Davis Levin Livingston was the firm for me due to the success they have had in cases like mine. What surprised me was their personal touch. In the 3- Anthony
