Here are answers to some of the many questions you may have about nursing home abuse (or neglect):
How do I pay for your services?
Medical negligence (or nursing home abuse/neglect cases) are pursued by us on a "contingency fee." That is, we are paid by receiving a minority percentage of your recovery. If you do not recover compensation, we do not receive payment.
Are there other costs?
Medical negligence (or nursing home) cases are extremely complex and can be very expensive to pursue. Our firm has the ability to advance these costs in pursuit of your case. In many circumstances, we wait to be reimbursed those expenses until the end of the case.
What if I try to negotiate with the nursing home or facility first?
The law requires expert medical testimony from qualified physicians and other medical witnesses in order for a medical negligence / medical malpractice lawsuit to proceed. Attorneys for doctors and hospitals, and their insurance companies, will typically demand that testimony or opinions from those experts as part of settlement negotiations. Anyone with little or no experience in presenting or negotiating this type of claim is at a decided disadvantage and can do significant harm to the claim that is often difficult or impossible to reverse.
How do I know if I "have a case?"
Our attorneys will meet with you at length to discuss what happened, to research medical and legal issues, and potentially consult with medical experts, all at no fee to you as part of the case investigation. We will carefully explain the law and procedure for this very specialized type of case, so that you and your family may make a proper, informed decision.