No medical procedure is completely without risk, and even the best doctors can never guarantee you’ll achieve a positive outcome. However, if your doctor, nurses, or hospital staff fail to provide a certain standard of care, the consequences can be devastating, often requiring further treatment and making it impossible to work. In these instances, an experienced malpractice attorney can often help you collect compensation for these losses.

3 Reasons to Hire a Malpractice Attorney

1. Organizing Evidence

Medical malpractice cases are notoriously complex, even for those with a medical or legal background. Your attorney will know how to compile and present the evidence supporting your claim in a convincing manner, hopefully compelling the insurer to make a fair settlement offer. If a courtroom trial becomes necessary, your lawyer will present this evidence to the court, with explanations that the jury will understand.

2. Finding Expert Witnesses

Due to the complexity of the medical field, nearly every successful malpractice case will require expert witnesses to identify the mistakes your health care provider made, and explain what any other reasonable professional would have done. Malpractice attorneys maintain an extensive list of highly qualified doctors to offer advice and testify on your behalf, if necessary.

3. Negotiating With Insurers

Insurance companies are often unwilling to negotiate with victims who aren’t represented by an attorney. Leveraging the threat of a lawsuit and an even higher payout later, a skilled attorney can accurately evaluate your losses and negotiate with the insurer to ensure you receive the compensation you’re entitled.

The experienced legal team at The Finkelstein Law Firm, PLLC has fought for the rights of malpractice victims throughout the Hudson Valley for over 20 years. If you believe you’ve been injured by a health care provider’s negligence, they have the skill and resources to ensure the best possible outcome for your case. Visit the website for more information regarding their services, or call (845) 294-9003 to discuss your case with an experienced malpractice attorney.