Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in Arizona

Re: wrongful death

Hi,

Many things irritate me about this situation. Where did this happen? Who are the "treaters"?

The amount of the drugs given will be also a necessary inclusion.

Re: wrongful death

It seems like you, actually your father since he'll be the first in line under the intestate succession rules, might have a case.

I am however, concerned about the date of death being 2 days after discharge. Did your mom take medication home? was she instructed to take certain amount at home? was it an actual overdose?

I'll be happy to evaluate your mother's medical records free of charge if you would like to send them to me. I have represented client's in AZ in the past in association with local counsel.

Sorry for your loss and best of luck.

Re: wrongful death

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Certainly you have a basis for a med-mal suit, however, the medical records need to be acquired and reviewed by an expert. Call me directly at (619) 222-3504.

Re: wrongful death

I do not know AZ, but in California it certainlywould be.

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Re: wrongful death

If the death was in Arizona, as indicated in your header, then you need to contact an attorney there. If it was in CA, then we may be able to help. Either way, the only advice that is of any value to you is that of a doctor, not an attorney. Only if you are able to find a doctor willing to testify that the treatment and care was below the standard [negligent] can you even file suit, let alone win. Either you check with doctors yourself, or you can have an attorney help you do so.

Re: wrongful death

When the coroner considers cause of death, malpractice too would be listed as accidental. One needs to obtain the hospital records, including the anesthesia records, to determine if your mom died of malpractice. Probably she did, based upon my experience, but, until the case is reviewed with a qualified physician. Oxycodone and carisoprodol are pain medications and muscle relaxants respectively. It is particulary important to save any medications that she was given to take home or that were filled by prescription. Very possibly the error was a Pharmacists error.

A qualified med mal lawyer will check this out for you without charge for his services.

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