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A doctor that behaves negligently with one of their patients has the ability to cause tremendous pain and suffering. When people have been victimized by this type of negligence, a medical malpractice lawsuit can be a viable solution for recovering the financial damages incurred as well as receiving compensation for the pain that has been caused.

Myth: Medical Malpractice Cases Must End In Death To Be Worth Pursuing

There is a widespread idea that a medical malpractice case must result in death for individuals to be able to sue. However, it is a reality that this type of negligence can cause life-changing injuries to individuals, and this can result in sizable financial damages. For example, a patient that has been victimized by a negligent doctor may find that they are unable to work and might require ongoing care. Fortunately, death is not a requirement for filing this type of lawsuit.

Myth: You Should Always Accept A Settlement Because Pursuing A Lawsuit Is Too Risky

Depending on the strength of your case, there is a high chance that you may be approached with a settlement offer. These offers can be extremely tempting as they may seem like a large sum of money, but it is important to realize that this offer is unlikely to reflect the full value of your case. This is especially true if this is the first offer being made and you have yet to retain legal representation. In instances where the evidence in your case is very strong, you may find that you are likely to receive a higher financial award by going to trial or making a counteroffer. Having an attorney that is familiar with your case can be essential for determining whether or not an offer that you are receiving is fair for your particular case.  

Myth: There Is Never A Limit To The Punitive Damages You May Receive

In addition to the financial, physical and emotional damages that a pursue can pursue, it may also be possible to obtain punitive compensation from the doctor. This compensation is to punish the doctor so that they are less likely to behave negligently in the future. However, it is important to understand that there are strict regulations in place governing the issuance of punitive damages. In many states, there may be caps on the maximum punitive damages that can be issued, and there may be requirements that the victim must meet in order to pursue these damages.

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