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Failure to Diagnose Cancer

Unnecessary Cancer Tests IdentifiedPosted on 4/19/2012
Could What Happened to a NY Breast Cancer Victim Happen in Georgia?Posted on 3/2/2012
Young Adult Cancer Death Rate Has Not Fallen as it Has for Other AgesPosted on 1/28/2012
Pediatric Failure to Diagnose Cancer Case to Move ForwardPosted on 1/25/2012
Avoiding Cancer Deaths: UGA Researchers Share Exciting Cancer NewsPosted on 1/16/2012

My dad was elderly when he died as a result of medical malpractice. Failure to diagnose cancer was the specific cause of my parents death. Yet, as an elderly person my dad didnt have a long time left to live. Should I still contact an Atlanta medical malpractice lawyer?

A: Yes. While your potential recovery may be different because your parent was elderly, there may still be reason to contact an Atlanta medical malpractice attorney.
Recovery for lost income is typically dependent on a person’s age and future earning capacity. Accordingly, that part of your potential recovery may be limited in an action for medical malpractice. Failure to diagnose, however, may result in other types of damages. You may be left with significant unpaid medical bills, for example. Your loved one may have needlessly suffered physical pain, and you and the rest of your family may be suffering emotional pain.
For these reasons, it is important to understand your rights and to contact an experienced Atlanta failure to diagnose attorney to discuss your options. You can reach an experienced lawyer today by calling 1.770.518.1133 to schedule a free consultation.
Additionally, you can learn more about your rights in our FREE book: I Have Cancer, Should It Have Been Caught Earlier?