Do I have a right to compensation if I suffer harm due to a medical error?
November 9, 2023 | 50,00 EUR | answered by Jenny König
Dear Medical Law Attorney,
My name is Lorenzo Heinze and I am reaching out to you with an urgent question. Recently, I underwent a medical treatment which resulted in an error. This error has led to health damages for me and I am wondering if I have a claim for compensation.
The situation is as follows: I sought medical treatment due to severe back pain. The doctor recommended a therapy which resulted in complications. These complications worsened my back pain and I now feel my health is affected.
I am concerned that I may suffer permanent health damages due to the medical error and I am wondering if I can legally take action against the doctor. Therefore, my question to you is: Do I have a claim for compensation if I suffer harm due to a medical error?
I would greatly appreciate if you could provide me with possible solutions and inform me about my rights and options. Thank you in advance for your support.
Sincerely,
Lorenzo Heinze
Dear Mr. Heinze,
Thank you for your inquiry and your trust in my expertise in the field of medical law. I am sorry to hear that you have suffered health damages due to a medical error. It is understandable that you are concerned and seeking possible legal actions to claim your right to compensation.
In your case, it may well be possible for you to claim compensation if you have suffered harm due to a medical error. Doctors and other medical professionals have a duty to act according to medical standards and ensure the best possible treatment. If this duty is breached and harm occurs as a result, it may be considered a medical error.
To claim compensation, it is important that you can prove that the medical error did indeed lead to your health damages. This can be supported by medical assessments and records. It is advisable to gather all relevant documents and information documenting the incident and its consequences.
It would be advisable for you to promptly seek the advice of a specialized medical lawyer to review your case and discuss your legal options. An experienced lawyer can support you in pursuing your claims and help you to assert compensation claims against the responsible doctor.
It is important to note that the statute of limitations for compensation claims in medical law is limited. Therefore, you should not delay and take legal steps promptly to preserve your rights.
I hope this information is helpful to you and I am available to clarify any further questions and support you on your path to justice.
Sincerely,
Jenny König
Medical Lawyer
