A wrongful death misdiagnosis case secured $41 million for the family of a woman who died after her ectopic pregnancy was misdiagnosed. While there is no justice in a world where a doctor’s mistake can end the life of a woman, we are proud to have brought this financial compensation to her surviving family.
Our New York wrongful death lawyers understand the heartbreak of needlessly losing a loved one. That’s why we fight hard to get surviving loved ones financial compensation for their unfathomable loss. We have over 40 years of experience on our side.
About the $41 Million Verdict in Wrongful Death Misdiagnosis Case
Since a proper diagnosis and treatment could have saved the life of the deceased woman, our lawyers knew we had to fight to get the maximum compensation for her family. Had her ectopic pregnancy been correctly diagnosed and treated, she would have survived and may have lived a long, healthy life.
Money can’t bring her back to life, but at least this woman’s family can sleep at night knowing that the medical professionals responsible for her death have been held accountable and have paid dearly for their mistakes.
You can review our testimonials to see just how dedicated we are to fighting for justice for victims and their loved ones.
What Is an Ectopic Pregnancy?
Also sometimes known as a cervical or tubal pregnancy, an ectopic pregnancy is a pregnancy that occurs outside the uterus.
While fertilized eggs typically travel through the fallopian tubes and implant in the uterus, they occasionally implant elsewhere inside a woman’s abdomen or in her fallopian tubes. These fertilized eggs can’t grow properly outside the uterus, and they may cause life-threatening ruptures.
What Are the Symptoms of an Ectopic Pregnancy?
Depending on whether or not the ectopic pregnancy has ruptured, symptoms may include:
- Pain in the pelvis or lower belly
- No periods
- Mild cramping on one side of the pelvis
- Abnormal vaginal bleeding
- Low blood pressure
- Feeling faint or actually fainting
- Intense pressure in the rectum
- Sudden sharp and severe pain in the lower abdomen
What Causes Ectopic Pregnancies?
Many things can cause or increase the risk of an ectopic pregnancy, including:
- Endometriosis
- A birth defect in the fallopian tubes
- Scarring from past surgeries or infections
- Getting pregnant while having an intrauterine device (IUD)
- Sexually transmitted infections (STI)
- Having your fallopian tubes tied or untied
- Some infertility treatments
- Being over 35
Why Are Ectopic Pregnancies Dangerous?
Ectopic pregnancies commonly occur in the fallopian tubes, which are much too small to accommodate a growing embryo. As the fertilized egg grows, it can cause the fallopian tube to burst, potentially causing the pregnant person to bleed to death.
What Is the Treatment for an Ectopic Pregnancy?
Since ectopic pregnancies can’t be moved to the uterus, they must be removed using either an abortive medication or surgery. Failing to treat an ectopic pregnancy can lead to death, so they need to be diagnosed and treated promptly.
Do You Need a Medical Malpractice Lawyer?
Doctors are humans who can make mistakes. Unfortunately, when they make mistakes, people can become seriously injured or even die.
If you or a loved one have been seriously injured due to a healthcare provider’s actions–or lack of actions–a medical malpractice lawyer can help you get the money you deserve to cover medical bills and your reduced quality of life caused by their mistake.
Healthcare professionals are required to carry medical malpractice insurance for just these situations, but the insurance companies don’t want to pay you any more than necessary. That’s why you need an experienced lawyer from Morelli Law Firm on your side.
Why Hire a Wrongful Death Lawyer?
If your spouse, child, or parent was killed due to a misdiagnosis or another type of medical malpractice, a wrongful death attorney can get you the compensation you deserve for the pain and suffering caused by the loss of your loved one.
We work on contingency fees, so you don’t pay anything out of pocket for our services. We take a percentage of the money we recover for you, so if we don’t get you any money, we don’t take any money from you.
Schedule a Consultation With a Wrongful Death Lawyer
Have you lost a loved one due to medical malpractice or an accident that wasn’t their fault? While we can’t guarantee to get you $41 million, the experienced lawyers at Morelli Law will get you as much money as possible.
Money won’t bring your loved one back to life, but it can help cover any medical bills they acquired before succumbing to their injuries, lost wages, and your pain and suffering.
We have recovered over $1 billion for our clients. Let us get you the money you deserve to rebuild your life after the devastating loss of your loved one. Schedule a free consultation today.
