DuPage County Medical Malpractice Attorneys

Lawyers for Injuries Caused by Medical Negligence in Addison and Elmhurst

The greater Chicago metropolitan area is home to some of the most prestigious healthcare systems in the entire country. Individuals from around the world seek care at the University of Chicago Medical Center, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Rush University Medical Center, and other independent medical centers in the region. While many patients receive the treatment they need without any unexpected problems, the reality is that medical errors are more common than most people realize. In fact, medical mistakes are now considered the third-leading cause of death in the United States, behind only cancer and heart disease.

At Kaiser Law, we respect and admire the dedication that most medical professionals show their patients on a daily basis. However, we also believe that when a medical mistake occurs due to professional negligence, the doctor or facility in question must be held accountable. With this in mind, we aggressively represent the interests of patients who have been injured as a result of medical malpractice. If you or a loved one has suffered unnecessarily because of the behavior of a negligent doctor or hospital, our skilled attorneys are ready and willing to go to work on your behalf.

Identifying Medical Errors in Cook County

Some victims of medical errors may not be aware of the mistakes for several weeks or even months after the fact. The complexity of modern medicine combined with the uncertainty of a person's health can make it difficult to determine if an error was actually made. In other cases, a medical mistake may be evident immediately, and the patient may suffer severely as a result. Both situations can leave victims and their families feeling angry, betrayed, and confused about what to do next.

The lawyers at Kaiser Law are skilled client advocates with over 100 years of combined experience. We understand that not every medical mistake is the result of negligence or malpractice, but those that are caused by negligence or substandard care must be addressed quickly.

At our firm, we help clients who have suffered harm related to:

• Birth injuries and labor-related injuries
• Negligent errors made by doctors
• Misdiagnosis, failure to diagnose, and delayed diagnosis
• Surgical errors
• Preventable infections
• Nursing mistakes
• Medication errors, including anesthesia-related errors
• Defective medical devices

Helping Malpractice Victims Seek Maximum Compensation

Doctors and hospitals almost never acknowledge responsibility for a medical mistake, and most are advised by their insurance carriers and attorneys to never admit fault. This means that proving medical negligence is rarely an easy task, but the team at Kaiser Law is equipped to help you with your case. We maintain a large network of renowned medical experts to assist us in investigating the circumstances of your injury. Such experts are also valuable in showing that your care was not compliant with current medical standards.

It is important to remember that a medical mistake does not need to be fatal or catastrophic to be considered malpractice. An error that seems relatively minor at first could affect the rest of your life in unexpected ways. In cases like these, victims may only realize the true extent of the problem after it is too late to take legal action. If you have suffered any type of illness or injury as the result of a medical mistake, we will help you explore your available options. We understand how difficult it can be to deal with an injury caused by medical negligence, and we will provide the guidance you need throughout every stage of the process.

Speak With an Experienced Attorney Today

If you or a loved one have been the victim of possible medical malpractice, you probably have many questions about how to proceed. Contact the office of Kaiser Law to get the answers. Call 630-274-4400 for your free, confidential consultation and case evaluation with a member of our team today. Our attorneys represent medical negligence victims throughout Cook County and DuPage County, including the communities of Elk Grove Village, Elmhurst, Bensenville, Des Plaines, Northlake, Franklin Park, Wood Dale, Addison, Itasca, and the surrounding neighborhoods.