Kirkland Medical Malpractice Lawyer
What is Considered Medical Malpractice in Washington State?
Victims of medical malpractice can suffer major health problems, severe complications, and other lasting injuries and side effects. In some cases, acts of negligence or medical mistakes can even cost the patient their life. If your hospital or medical facility failed to provide you with adequate care, or if your nurse, surgeon, or doctor acted negligently, you need to discuss your legal options with a seasoned professional.
If any of the following conditions arise after you receive medical care, you may have been the victim of medical malpractice or negligence:
- A medical treatment or procedure worsened your condition or caused a new illness or injury.
- The doctors, nurses, or other health care providers refuse to answer questions about your treatment or potential side effects.
- Your health care provider failed to provide you with a diagnostic test or treatment that should be standard for your condition.
- Your loved one perished after receiving a treatment or surgery when their prognosis was otherwise positive.
Have you been injured due to medical malpractice or medical negligence? Have you suffered unexpected complications from a surgical or medical procedure where the risks were not properly explained to you? Or, were you misdiagnosed or diagnosed too late to treat your illness or injury? Have you lost a loved one to any of these circumstances? If so, Attorney Rob Kornfeld may be able to help you.
Call Neil Lindquist now at (425) 657-5255 if you need zealous, effective legal representation for your injuries due to medical negligence.
Our Proven Results
Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.
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$650,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
John Doe v. Trans-America Insurance: Commercial Dump Truck Driver suffered a hip injury and permanent nerve damage to his foot
Car Accident -
$965,000 Construction Accident
John Doe v. ABR, (King County Superior Court SEA): Construction worker fell from roof due to the negligence of a roofing supplier in securing bundles of shingles onto the top of a roof, all of which broke loose, striking the client and catapulting him to the ground below. Mr. Doe underwent spinal fusion of L5-S1; a two level cervical fusion; and a partial meniscectomy in his knee.
Construction Accident -
$6,900 Motor Vehicle Accident
Plaintiff suffered soft tissue injuries that impacted her ability to participate in daily life activities.
Car Accident -
$600,000 Bus Accident
John Doe v. State of Washington, (King County Superior Court): Plaintiff hit by a Department of Transportation (DOT) vehicle while standing on the sidewalk. He underwent a shoulder arthroscopy and is living with the prospect of two hip replacements, in addition to the loss of his construction career.
Pedestrian & Bus Accident -
$750,000 Medical Malpractice
The Estate of Jane Doe v. Hospital: A retired patient went in for heart surgery and removal of an intra-aortic balloon pump from her femoral artery in her leg. After the IABP was removed, the client bled internally. The bleed was not timely diagnosed post-surgery and the patient bled to death.
Medical Malpractice -
$111,543 Motor Vehicle Accident
Our client was a passenger in a car that was also in a rear-end accident on the I-5 near Seattle. The client incurred more than $26,000.00 in medical expenses for treating the myriad of injuries they suffered do the at-fault driver’s negligent driving, including a herniated intervertebral disc and vocational disability. Allstate agreed to settle the claim for $111,543.00.
Car Accident -
$100,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Rear-end accident that totaled Plaintiff’s car. Plaintiff sustained severe head, neck and back injuries. She underwent a rhizotomy procedure and has ongoing complaints.
Car Accident -
$1,200,000 Medical Malpractice
Bond v. Valley Medical Center (King County, Washington) Michael Bond, a 37 year old construction worker, went into the hospital complaining of an ailment. He now has troubles swallowing, often regurgitates and has difficulty sleeping at night. According to experts, the surgeon both misread the films and performed the mediastinoscopy incorrectly
Medical Malpractice -
$4,000,000 Wrongful Death
Our client was killed execution-style by a police officer with a history of brutality. Video footage and experts showed that our client did nothing to provoke the officer’s violence.
Personal Injury
Types of Medical Malpractice Cases We Handle
Medical malpractice is a serious offense. A patient goes into procedures with complete trust that their health and safety will be protected at all costs. Unfortunately, medical malpractice statistics prove that this is not always the case.
The following is a list of medical malpractice cases we handle:
- Failure to accurately diagnose
- Failure to diagnose in a timely manner
- Failure to timely diagnose or treat a stroke or aneurysm
- HMO negligence
- Hospital negligence
- Nursing home negligence
- Surgical errors
- Child birth injuries
- Failure to provide reasonable care
- Failure to obtain informed consent
- Wrongful death
Representing Victims of Medical Negligence in Everett, Kirkland, Kirkland, Bellevue and the Greater Washington Area
In 2018, the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) reported that 34% of diagnoses given to patients resulted in medical errors. Additionally, 18% of permanent injuries due to a procedure were the result of medical malpractice. These statistics are alarming and tragic, and Lindquist & Kornfeld is here to help you seek justice for your injuries due to medical malpractice during this difficult time.
Lindquist & Kornfeld has represented injury victims throughout Washington State for more than 40 years and we understand what you’re going through. Medical errors can be devastating and the toll they can take on your life can be irreversible.
What Makes Our Firm Unique
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40+ Years of
Proven Legal ExperienceWith decades of hands-on litigation and negotiation, we bring a deep understanding of how to build strong, successful cases. -
Aggressive & Personalized
RepresentationWe tailor our legal strategies to your unique situation, relentlessly pursuing the maximum compensation you're entitled to. -
Committed to Securing
Justice for Each ClientWe treat every case with the urgency and dedication it deserves, ensuring your voice is heard and your rights are protected. -
No Fees Unless
We Win Your CaseOur clients can focus on healing while we fight for results—because we only get paid when you do.
Don't Hesitate to Reach Out to Our Firm
If you are still dealing with medical expenses for the very same procedures that caused your injury, or if you’re receiving bills from the doctor or hospital that provided you poor-quality care, you need to take legal action to defend your rights.
Contact Lindquist & Kornfeld to speak with our legal team. We accept cases in Kirkland, Bellevue, Kirkland, Everett and the Greater Washington State Area. Plus, we take out-of-state cases. We are available to meet you at one of our offices or, if you are unable to come in because you are in the hospital or immobile at home, we can come to you.
Call (425) 657-5255 today for a free consultation, or email Neil at Neil@Kornfeldlaw.com for a quick answer to your legal questions.
