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JASON REESE: Unfortunately statistics show that Hoosiers become victims of medical malpractice virtually everyday. At our law firm, we represent people who have been catastrophically injured or lost a loved one as a result of medical negligence. Hi, I'm Jason Reese and I'd like to tell you a little bit about Indiana Medical Malpractice Law.
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JASON REESE: First, you should know that Indiana Malpractice Claims are complicated. No matter how bad someone is hurt, state law limits the amount of a recovery, even if you have lost a loved one.
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JASON REESE: Second, after you file a complaint, your case must be reviewed by a panel of three doctors before it can be heard in a court of law. This three-person panel will vote on two primary issues; one, was there a deviation in the standard of care and two, was the deviation a factor in the resulting damages.
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JASON REESE: If the panel rules against your case, then this opinion can be used as evidence against you when the case goes to trial.
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JASON REESE: Because medical malpractice claims are one of the most difficult there is of litigation, you need an experienced lawyer who can demonstrate that your damages were the result of medical negligence. To succeed, you often need medical experts working on your behalf to win.
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JASON REESE: Keep in mind that there are strict time limitations that apply to your case. Consult an attorney on this legal issue. The negligent health care provider may be a doctor, a nurse, or a member of hospital staff. It can even be someone at a nursing home or an EMT.
GRAPHIC: [Blurred hospital - Medical Malpractice Birth Trauma, Shoulder Dystocia, Failure to Diagnose, Surgical Errors, Nursing Home Neglect]
JASON REESE: We've handled a number of medical malpractice cases. Some examples include birth trauma, shoulder dystocia, failure to timely diagnose diseases like cancer, meningitis or heart attacks. We've also handled surgical error and complication cases as well as nursing home neglect. If you or a loved one have fallen victim to medical negligence, you do have rights.
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JASON REESE: By pursuing legal action you may be able to recover compensation for your injuries as well as other costs such as medical expenses, lost wages and pain and suffering. At our law firm, we can help your family.
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JASON REESE: We'll even hire qualified experts to review your case free of charge to determine how strong it is. Give us a call or send us an email and we'll be more than happy to provide you with a free consultation either at our office or in the convenience of your own home.
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