Compensating Victims of Emergency Room Errors

Emergency rooms usually provide rapid and professional medical care for patients with life-threatening injuries. However, when emergency room personnel fail to provide proper care, the results can be catastrophic for the patient.

I bring over 35 years of experience to cases of medical negligence, such as improper emergency room care. Call 973-852-3352 for a free case evaluation.

EXAMPLES OF MEDICAL EMERGENCIES

According to the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), a medical emergency occurs when a patient has acute, severe symptoms which could lead to the following if not treated quickly:

• Severe dysfunction of an organ or body part
• A severely impaired bodily function
• Adverse effects on an individual’s health and well-being
• Miscarriage in the case of a pregnant woman

The following are examples of negligence when treating an emergency medical condition:.

• Diagnostic failures: Hospital staff fails to identify a potentially life-threatening illness such as a stroke or heart attack or they misdiagnose a condition.
• Premature discharge: The practice of discharging a patient and terminating treatment before their condition is stable.

CONTACT A DEDICATED ESSEX COUNTY MALPRACTICE LAWYER TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS

I am a civil trial attorney, certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. To arrange a free initial consultation to discuss your case, call me at 973-852-3352 or complete our contact form.