Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to Common Questions from a Cedar Rapids Medical Malpractice Attorney
What types of medical malpractice claims do you represent?
At McGuire Law, our medical malpractice attorneys represent all types of injuries due to medical negligence or recklessness. Some of the most common types of medical malpractice claims that we handle are Hospital Errors, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors, Medication Errors, Spinal Cord Injuries, Lack of Informed Consent, Doctor & Hospital Malpractice, ER Malpractice, Premature Delivery, Plastic Surgery Malpractice, as well as all types of birth injuries.
What costs do damages cover?
When you file a claim for any medical malpractice or personal injury case, you can be awarded damages for economic losses, such as medical bills, lost wages, decreased earning ability, rehabilitation, and lifestyle changes (e.g. making your home or vehicle handicap accessible), as well as for non-economic losses, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and decreased quality of life.
Is there a limit to how much compensation I can receive for my injuries?
No. Iowa does not have laws that cap economic or non-economic medical malpractice damages.
What is the Statute of Limitations for filing a medical malpractice claim?
Once you discover that a medical error was made, you have two years to file a claim. If you are filing a claim on behalf of your child who is under 8 years old, you until his or her 10th birthday to file a claim. It is important to note, however, that the sooner you file a claim, the easier it is to obtain evidence and witness reports.
If you or someone you love has been injured or fallen ill because of hospital, doctor, or medical
personnel negligence, contact a Medical Malpractice Attorney at the McGuire Law Firm for a free consultation.