Albuquerque Emergency Room Errors Lawyer

Albuquerque Emergency Room Errors Attorney

Patients often end up as victims of negligent medical errors in the emergency room. Those errors can result in long-term injuries or may even be fatal. If you’ve suffered because of another party, contact an Albuquerque emergency room errors lawyer to understand your full legal rights and options under New Mexico law.

The Branch Law Firm, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, handles litigation in the area of medical malpractice and emergency room errors. If you or a loved one has become a victim of medical negligence while using emergency room services, we are ready to help you protect your rights and recover compensation. Call (505) 243-3500 or send us a message online.

Why Choose Our Albuquerque Emergency Room Errors Attorney?

We understand how difficult it can be after an unexpected injury from an emergency room error, and we do not charge you any upfront fees. We only get paid if you do. The team at the Branch Law Firm is dedicated to our clients’ recovery and has helped injured victims obtain the compensation they deserve for the past 50 years.

Our firm provides compassionate and respectful legal representation while achieving our clients’ goals during every emergency room error case.

Why You Need to Hire an Emergency Room Errors Lawyer

Emergency room personnel have a duty to treat every patient in a reasonable time frame and to perform due diligence in diagnosis and treatment before releasing them from the hospital. Unfortunately, that is not always the case, and patients often suffer as a result.

In the United States, one in three clinicians has had a legal case opened against them at least once in their professional careers. Between 2020 and 2022, 7,000 surveyed emergency room professionals in the United States had 362 medical malpractice claims opened against them.

Medical malpractice claims related to emergency room errors are often complicated, especially if there are multiple parties that are potentially liable. You may have lost your health, well-being, quality of life, or even your ability to work. Some victims lose their lives.

The risk of not obtaining enough compensation to cover your losses is too high not to hire legal representation. It is essential if you want the most favorable outcome for your case.

Individuals who have been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence or who have lost a loved one are likely to receive two to three times more monetary compensation when they have a lawyer on their side. An Albuquerque medical malpractice lawyer can handle everything for you, from legal issues to investigating your case to speaking with insurers on your behalf.

Common Types of Emergency Room Errors

Emergency rooms can be hectic, and during those critical moments, patients don’t always get the care and attention they need. Some of the most common mistakes seen in emergency room error cases are:

Misdiagnosis or Failure to Diagnose

This can cause a patient’s condition to go untreated, resulting in irreversible harm. Examples include:

• Triage mistakes that delay time-sensitive care
• Missing stroke warning signs or delays in stroke protocols
• Delayed recognition/treatment of sepsis or serious infection
• Inadequate monitoring after sedation/medication
• Failure to monitor abnormal vitals

Delay in Treatment

If a patient requires immediate medical attention and is not treated in a timely manner, this can cause further injury or death. For example:

• Failure to order or promptly act on ECG/cardiac workups for chest pain
• Failure to order critical imaging/labs
• Delays in reviewing lab results

Medication Error

Patients are sometimes given the wrong medication or a medication that causes complications with their current prescriptions. Common errors include:

• Failure to check allergies, contraindications, or dangerous drug interactions
• Misreading or overlooking abnormalities on CT/X-ray/MRI or other labs
• Medication dosing/route errors with high-risk drugs, such as sedatives, anticoagulants, insulin, or opioids

Improper Discharge or Follow-up

If a patient is discharged too early or not given proper follow-up care, medical conditions can worsen. This can also include:

• Incomplete instructions about returning if symptoms don’t improve
• Improper transfer to another facility

Common reasons an error in an Albuquerque emergency room can happen are overcrowding, staff shortage, medical staff stress and/or fatigue, not properly equipped, or inexperienced/improper training of medical staff.

What to Do if You Suspect You’ve Suffered an Emergency Room Error

If you think you’ve been a victim of medical malpractice in the emergency room, you can seek counsel from a lawyer at the Branch Law Firm to understand your legal options. If you’re able to pursue a legal claim against the provider that caused your harm, you’ll be able to file your claim at the Bernalillo County Courthouse, located at 400 Lomas Boulevard Northwest.

After filing, your attorney can help you gather and preserve relevant evidence, including:

• Eyewitness testimony from anyone who saw the error occur
• Testimony from professionals in similar fields who can offer their opinion about the situation and what caused your injuries
• Copies of your medical records
• Transcripts of relevant 911 calls
• Surveillance footage of the incident
• Photos and videos of your visible injuries
• Documentation about your financial losses since the medical error, such as further medical bills or lost income due to missing work from your injuries
• Documentation about your emotional losses since the medical error, such as notes from your therapist about your mental state
• A written, detailed timeline of events
• Any other proof that can provide clarity to the court about what happened

Victims of medical malpractice in New Mexico typically have three years from the date of the incident to file their legal claim and start their case. While this may seem like a long time, acting fast after an emergency room error is key. The longer you wait to start, the more your financial and emotional losses continue to escalate. A knowledgeable attorney can help you throughout every step in the legal process.

Emergency Room Error Laws and Types of Compensation Available

No matter the specific circumstances of your situation, you’ll want to hire an emergency room errors lawyer to represent you. If you reach a settlement or secure a favorable verdict, you may obtain compensation for the following:

• Doctor visits
• Hospital fees
• Costs for diagnostic testing
• Past, ongoing, and future medical care related to your injuries
• Costs for rehabilitation or medical equipment
• Lost income, past, and future
• Pain and suffering
• Reduced quality of life
• Emotional distress

Contact Us after an Injury Caused by an Emergency Room Error

Schedule a free consultation with the Branch Law Firm, and we can review your case and determine whether you can recover financial compensation. Our team puts empathy at the forefront when meeting new clients, striving to validate their lived experiences and struggles. We can help give you and your family peace of mind. Call (505) 243-3500 to speak to our Albuquerque personal injury lawyers today.