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Indiana & National Medical Malpractice Statistics

  • From 1990 to 2003 there were 2,570 medical malpractice payment reports were made against Indiana physicians. (NPDB)
  • From 1990 to 2003 there were 21 medical malpractice payment reports were made against Indiana nurses.  (NPDB)
  • From 1990 to 2003 there were 346 medical malpractice payment reports were made against Indiana dentists. (NPDB)
  • The Indiana Legislature enacted a limit on the maximum amount of damages that can be awarded to a malpractice victim injured after June 30, 1999.
  • In 2001 90% of the medical malpractice trials in 75 of the largest counties in the U.S. included plaintiffs who had suffered permanent injury or death. (BJS)
  • 2001- In the 75 largest U.S. cities nearly 50% of malpractice trials were against surgeons and nearly 33% were against non-surgeons. (BJS)
  • In 2001 27% of plaintiffs won their medical malpractice cases. (BJS)
  • 18,999 U.S. medical malpractice reports were made in 2002. (BJS)
  • The Institute of Medicine reports that between 44,000 and 98,000 Americans die in hospitals each year due to preventable medical errors.
  • The Institute of Medicine reports that the annual costs for hospital medical errors range from $17-29 billion.
  • One study found that 51.7% of ER-related malpractice lawsuits involved the following words- misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis or failure to diagnose.

What is Medical Malpractice?

An act, lack of action or omission by a health care provider that deviates from accepted standards of practice which results in an injury to a patient is Medical Malpractice.

When a medical professional’s care, or lack of care, results in any form of injury the patient has a right to seek compensation for their injuries. Victims should use an experienced medical malpractice lawyer to obtain the money they need for their recovery. Injured patients can file a medical malpractice lawsuit if:

  • A medical professional is negligent in their care.
  • A medical professional makes a surgical mistake.
  • A medical professional fails to diagnose.
  • A medical professional provides unsanitary or unclean conditions.
  • A medical professional abuses a patient mentally, physically or sexually.
  • A medical professional fails to obtain a patients informed consent.
  • A health care provider prescribes the wrong prescription and/or fails to explain the risks of a medication.
  • A health care provider prescribes the wrong medical device and/or fails to explain the risks of the device.
  • A patient’s treatment does not meet the standards of care.

The Consequences of Medical Malpractice

The consequences of medical malpractice can be never ending, depending on the type of injury. Surgical mistakes, negligence, lack of care or a simple error can result in a permanent disability, disfigurement, brain damage, extensive medical rehabilitation, medical bills, loss of income, loss of lifestyle, depression, anxiety, marital problems, family problems…the list could truly go on and on. Victims of medical malpractice deserve to be compensated for their pain, suffering and the financial issues that have occurred due to their injury. It is imperative that victims find an experienced medical malpractice attorney to fight for their rights.

Hensley Legal Group, PC Can Help

Our attorneys have the extensive experience and dedication you need to attain a successful conclusion to your case.. Our goal is to help you obtain the compensation you need. We know you deserve compensation for your pain and suffering and money to pay for your current and future medical bills. Furthermore, you deserve to be paid for the financial losses that have occurred as a direct result of your injury. Hensley Legal Group is Here for the People. We offer a Free Evaluation of your claim and we are here for you, not the insurance companies. Contact Us today and let us help you determine the best course of action.

Hensley Legal Group, PC Handles Cases Involving

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Truck Accidents
Bus Accidents
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Back, Neck & Spinal Injury
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Nursing Home Abuse
Wrongful Death

Medical Malpractice Informational Links

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Hensley Legal Group, PC
426 East New York Street
Indianapolis, Indiana
 46202

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