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Northwest Hospital & Medical Center is part of UW Medicine, associated with the University of Washington. For more information about UW Medicine, see our page on the University of Washington Medical Center.
It is not unreasonable to estimate that at least 1 percent of doctors in this country deserve some serious disciplinary action each year. This would amount to 7,703 physicians being disciplined each year, a number that, unfortunately far exceeds the actual number of physicians disciplined.
If you or a loved one have suffered injuries at Northwest Hospital and have a medical malpractice case, use our medical malpractice questionnaire to get started.
How Medical Malpractice Cases Work
In a medical malpractice case, when it comes to proving fault, it usually comes down to proving that the doctor or hospital was negligent when administering medical treatment, and as a result, you or a loved one suffered injury or harm.
Medical malpractice cases are often complex and require the services of an experienced attorney. When dealing with a malpractice case, there are a few things that need to be established:
- A doctor-patient relationship existed. The doctor must’ve had an obligation to the patient.
- Proving negligent care. You will need to prove that the doctor did not meet the medical standard of care.
- Prove an injury occurred. It must be proven that your injuries occurred as a result of the doctor’s negligence.
- Proving damages. You must prove that you suffered as a result of the malpractice.
- Prove all elements. You need to prove all elements above “by a preponderance of the evidence.” This means that it needs to be more likely true than not.
Types of Medical Malpractice
Proving a medical malpractice case is much different and more complex than with other personal injury claims. The facts surrounding your claim are based on past medical records and testimony from medical experts who are familiar with your type of case.
A “complex” case type simply means that expert testimony and medical records are a vital component to proving that the healthcare professional responsible for treating you did act negligently. The combination of strong medical evidence and qualified expert testimony gives victims the best possible chance of financial recovery.
Clear-Cut Case Types
- “Surgical Souvenirs” (i.e. sponges, clamps or other equipment that is left behind)
- Operating on the wrong body part or wrong side of the body
- Medication errors
- Failure to diagnose or properly treat a medical condition
- Birth injuries
- Plastic surgery errors
- Unnecessary surgical procedures
Complex Case Types
- Post-operation infections
- Dental mistakes
- Falls in hospitals or nursing homes
- Failure to monitor a patient
- Long-term treatment disputes
- Nursing home and elderly care incidents
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Northwest Hospital Medical Malpractice Attorneys
The attorneys at Davis Law Group have helped victims of medical malpractice and other forms of medical negligence recover significant financial compensation for their injuries since being founded by attorney Chris Davis in 1994. We have a strong track record of success in Washington state and can help you better determine if hiring a lawyer for your medical malpractice case is in your best interests.
Use the confidential medical malpractice questionnaire to have your case personally reviewed by our award-winning legal team. If we believe we can improve the chances of a successful outcome, our attorneys will meet with you in-person at your convenience for a free legal consultation.