Hiring a Fort Lauderdale medical malpractice attorney is no easy feat, especially if you are already dealing with the pressures of a health issue that is a result of your doctor or hospital’s negligence. This brief guide will help you get educated on what to expect, what kinds of documents to gather up and what criteria you should look for in your potential lawyer, so you can spend more time focused on healing.

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Bonner Law, led by Michael P. Bonner, is here for you if you have been a victim of medical malpractice.

We invite you to review this guide that outlines how to hire a Fort Lauderdale medical malpractice attorney. Drill down on the types of medical malpractice, what you should have prepared for your initial consultation as well as what types of damages you can expect to recover. We’ll also detail answers to some of the most frequently asked questions we often receive.

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Steps to Hiring a Fort Lauderdale medical malpractice attorney

Use the following steps to help hire an experienced lawyer to assist you with your medical malpractice case. After reviewing this guide to gathering the appropriate documents, gaining a working knowledge of what constitutes medical malpractice and what damages you can expect to recover, as well as tips for researching a Fort Lauderdale medical malpractice attorney, you will be poised to find a lawyer that can help you recover what is owed to you due to your medical malpractice incident.

What are the common types of Medical Malpractice?

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An experienced Fort Lauderdale medical malpractice attorney such as Michael P. Bonner of Bonner Law will work with you to determine whether the incident you’ve experienced falls into one of the common types of medical malpractice, which may include:

  • Misdiagnosis or Failure To Diagnose
  • Failure to Follow-up
  • Negligent Referral
  • Delayed Treatment (or Delayed Diagnosis)
  • Medical Records Negligence
  • Failure to Resuscitate the Patient

What documents should I have ready before meeting with a Fort Lauderdale medical malpractice attorney:

Most medical malpractice attorneys offer a free initial consultation; this can set the tone for your working relationship and the efficiency with which your case moves forward. By taking a few small but important steps in advance of the consultation, you’ll be able to provide your potential lawyer with the information they need to understand how they can (or can’t) help you and to provide detailed consultation which includes a plan on how to move things forward.

Here are some things to gather up in advance of your free consultation with your Fort Lauderdale medical malpractice attorney:

  • Write down what happened, including dates, details and any other relevant information.
  • Gather up the documents that may include ambulance reports, police reports, medical bills, diagnosis paperwork, insurance statements, prescriptions, etc.
  • Outline how the incident has impacted your life, including details such as missed days at work and pain challenges.

What types of damages do medical malpractice plaintiffs recover?

Depending on the specifics of your medical malpractice case, you may be entitled to one or all of the following types of damages:

  • Economic Damages – Economic damages are tangible and verifiable based on things like medical expenses (both past and future), loss of current and future wages, and loss of employment and future wages. This type of reimbursement can be hospital, doctor or insurance bills or paycheck reimbursement.
  • Non-economic – Non-economic damages are more subjective in nature and can include things like loss of enjoyment of life or emotional pain and suffering.
  • Punitive – Punitive damages are more rarely rewarded and have the sole purpose of punishing the wrongdoer.

How to choose a Fort Lauderdale Medical Malpractice Attorney   

Chances are you’ve never hired a malpractice lawyer before, and the task can seem overwhelming. Use these tips to guide you through the process of hiring a lawyer who can assist you with your case, and discover how Bonner Law can help address your legal needs.

Start online – look into their experience. 

Michael P. Bonner has 30 years of experience with medical malpractice cases in South Florida. This proven track record is applied to each and every case Bonner Law undertakes.

Browse their online reviews.

Another good step is to check out what the legal firm’s former clients say about them. At Bonner Law, we pride ourselves in being attentive to clients and providing sound advice every step of the way.

Take advantage of the free consultation.

Bonner Law offers a free initial meeting to all of its clients. During that time, we’ll get to know your needs, and if we are hired as your Fort Lauderdale medical malpractice attorney, we will work tirelessly to recover the damages you deserve.

Michael P. Bonner has over 30 years of experience representing clients in medical malpractice litigation.

If you or a family member were a victim of medical malpractice because of the negligence of doctors or nurses, you may be entitled to compensation. Call Bonner Law at 1-800-4MEDMAL or
go online to schedule a free consultation.

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