Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in Illinois
surgery gone bad
Hello
jan of 2004 I had a laproscopic procedure that turned out badly. Instead of removing my gallbladder the surgeon severed my IVC vein & put a hole in my large colon when inserting the trocar. Resulting in an exploratory surgery to repair the IVC, colon & to stop the bleed. Since I had 2 surgeries (total of 3 in year of 2004) resulting in hernia repair, scar adhesions removed & finally my gallbladder removed. Not to mention the ongoing infections, loss of time from work (1 1/2), unpaid medical bills and so on. Recently I have had pelvic pain which I am in therapy for. My doctor thinks it might be a result from surgery due to my weakening abdominal muscles. After surgery I spoke with 2 attornies. They stated that my surgery was a high risk resulting a 15% fatality risk (which I was not educated about). Why wont an attnorney file for malpractice suit against this surgeon? I have multiple hernias now that need repair from that surgery. What is the statue of limitations that I might be able to find an attorney that might consider taking the case? How long is it after the date of injury do I have to file?
I would appreciate any information you might be able to tell me. Thank you.
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: surgery gone bad
Attorneys are not required to take every case that come across their desk. If they don't think the case is strong enough, they won't spend the time and money which in a medical malpractice case can be substantial.
Besides, from the date you are mentioning, sounds like you may have a statute of limitation problem.
Good luck-
Re: surgery gone bad
Medical malpractice cases are quite difficult and very expensive. Therefore, attorneys are very selective in what type of cases they pursue as damages must be substantial, liability pretty clear and well into the six figures before any consideration is given to accepting va case. Generally, the Statue of Limitations is two years.
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