If you or a loved one has been harmed by medical malpractice, it is important to know your legal rights. At Cirignani Heller & Harman, LLP, we have extensive experience handling medical malpractice claims for clients throughout Chicago and the surrounding region. We hope you find the information presented on this Web site helpful as you explore your legal options.
Contact us today online or by telephone at (312) 346-8700 or (866) 346-8700 to speak with our knowledgeable Chicago medical negligence lawyers.
What Is Medical Malpractice?
Mistakes and complications are common in medical treatment. But when doctors, nurses and other health care professionals fail to adhere to an established standard of care and that leads to injury, illness or death, it is a case of medical malpractice. Malpractice can take place at almost any stage of medical treatment — from the examination room, to the delivery room to the operating table. Individual healthcare professionals can be found negligent, as well as hospitals themselves.
How Can Filing a Medical Malpractice Claim Help Me?
Victims of medical malpractice have important rights. If you have been hurt due to negligent medical care, you may pursue compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering and other losses. If you have lost a loved one due to a fatal medical error, you and your family have the right to file a wrongful death claim to obtain financial compensation for your losses. An experienced attorney can help you understand your rights and fight for them within the legal system.
Why Should I Choose Your Firm?
Medical malpractice cases are very complex and require the attention of experienced, knowledgeable attorneys. Our firm is focused exclusively on medical malpractice law. Two of our attorneys are physicians, and another of our lawyers is a board-certified respiratory therapist. This experience gives us a valuable perspective when handling complex cases such as failure to diagnose cancer and medication errors. Our attorneys keep small case loads, allowing us to devote appropriate time and attention to your legal needs. We are experienced litigators, allowing us to pursue monetary compensation for the hardships our clients have suffered.
Let Us Help You
If you or someone in your family has been injured because of medical negligence, we are here to stand up for your rights. Contact us today online or by telephone at 312-346-8700 or 866-346-8700 to speak with an experienced Chicago birth injury attorney. We offer free initial consultations and bill on a contingent fee basis — you won't have to pay us attorney fees unless we win compensation your case.
