While we typically associate physicians and specialists such as surgeons with medical malpractice claims, in reality it is nurses who have the most direct contact with patients. This is particularly true in busy hospitals and clinics. Often it is nurses who make critical patient assessments, record information on patients’ charts and carry out treatment and medication orders. Unfortunately, nurses also tend to juggle many patients and work long hours in sometimes chaotic environments, which leaves much room for error. The most common nursing errors tend to be medication, procedural and charting errors. These mistakes can be dangerous and even deadly. Nursing negligence is not limited to hospital or clinical settings, either. Nurses are integral members of doctors’ offices, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers and other health care facilities as well.

If you suspect that you or a loved has suffered harm as a result of a nurse’s mistake or other medical error, it is crucial to consult with a medical malpractice attorney as soon as possible. Our experienced personal injury lawyers can help you secure all of the compensation to which you may be entitled. This may include compensation for pain and suffering, financial loss, emotional distress and medical expenses. In some cases, you may also be entitled to punitive damages for another party’s wrongdoing. Our dedicated trial lawyers can also help you deal with your insurance company, as well as the insurer of the other party or parties. The insurance companies have lawyers working hard to minimize their payouts; you need a medical malpractice attorney who will work just as hard for you.

At Feldman Shepherd, we are committed to helping our clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey obtain the best possible recovery as expeditiously as possible. We are here to serve you with hard work, attention to detail and a caring approach tailored to your individual needs. If we may be of assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact us today.