Medical malpractice can have unimaginably devastating effects on victims and their families. When a healthcare provider’s negligence leads to injury or worsens a patient’s condition, it can create physical, emotional, and financial hardships. If you or a loved one has experienced harm caused by a medical error, you do not have to navigate the complex legal process alone. At Kortum Law Office, P.L.L.C., we are dedicated to helping victims in Kalispell and throughout Montana seek justice and the compensation they deserve. Call a Kalispell medical malpractice attorney today.
Why Turn to Kortum Law Office, P.L.L.C. for a Medical Malpractice Claim?
At Kortum Law Office, we understand that medical malpractice cases require not only legal expertise but also compassion and personalized attention. Our legal team has years of successful experience handling tough medical malpractice claims in Montana, and we know how to approach these cases to give you the best chance of recovering compensation.
We take the time to listen to your story, investigate the specifics of what happened to you, and work with medical experts to establish liability. Our goal is to ensure that the responsible parties (however many there may be) are held accountable, whether they are doctors, nurses, hospitals, or other healthcare professionals. We are here to guide you every step of the way.
Who Gets Held Responsible For a Medical Mistake?
Medical malpractice can involve many different parties depending on the nature of the error. In Montana, liability often falls on the treating physician or surgeon, but it can extend to other healthcare providers, including nurses, pharmacists, or even entire hospitals if their practices contributed to the negligence.
For instance, a hospital may be held liable if they hired an unqualified medical professional or failed to provide necessary training and resources to their staff. In cases involving medication errors, both the prescribing physician and the pharmacy could be responsible. Joint and several liability principles in Montana allow multiple parties to share responsibility based on their contribution to the malpractice.
What Compensation Can You Receive?
If your medical malpractice claim does find success, you may be entitled to various forms of compensation. In Montana, damages for medical malpractice claims typically fall into two categories: economic and non-economic damages.
- Economic damages are straightforward financial losses, such as medical bills, future medical care, lost wages, and any other expenses directly related to the malpractice.
- Non-economic damages are more subjective and can include pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. It’s important to note that in Montana, there is a cap on non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases, currently set at $250,000.
Unlike economic damages, which are not capped and can cover ongoing care and loss of income, non-economic damages are limited. This cap can present challenges, but it ensures that victims still receive compensation for the emotional and psychological toll of medical negligence.
In rare cases where a healthcare provider’s behavior is particularly egregious, punitive damages may also be awarded. These damages are designed to punish the provider for reckless or malicious conduct and to deter similar behavior in the future. However, punitive damages are less common in medical malpractice claims and typically require proof of intentional wrongdoing or extreme negligence.
Call a Kalispell Medical Malpractice Lawyer Today
If you or a loved one has suffered due to medical negligence in Kalispell or the surrounding areas, reach out to Kortum Law Office, P.L.L.C. today. Our compassionate team is ready to provide the legal support you need to pursue a medical malpractice claim and recover compensation for your injuries.
You can reach out to a member of our legal team for a free consultation of your claim by filling out our contact form or calling us at (406) 780-3945.