A person got his wife aged 49 admitted into a hospital with the complaint of severe chest pain. She died in about four hours. No ECG was taken though it was prescribed. She was sedated and yet she was made to walk through corridors to a washroom. There was no history of any prior heart complaint.
2007-01-06 02:21:35 · 7 answers · asked by Saeeda KM 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Heart Diseases
The difficulty you face is in the collaborative evidence. How many people can attest to your claims? Being a physician, I realize that with a death, everyone seeks to find fault. However with a malpractice suit, the burden of proof is in the hands of the claimant...so it is your obligation to show that neglect, malfeasance or malpractice was committed. Both the hospital or doctors are held to be innocent until the contrary is shown.
2007-01-06 03:16:25 · answer #1 · answered by Frank 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If an investigation leads to the negligence of the hospital, then they can be sued for malpractice. Many cases are successful since hospital personnel, though sad to say, aren't always perfect.
Consult with an attorney.
2007-01-06 02:26:14 · answer #2 · answered by S H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These cases are difficult. There is so much secretiveness and cover up on the part of the hospital/doctors if there was any wrong doing. If the husband is strong and driven, he should follow his heart and pursue it. If it will just upset him more, he should drop it. It won't bring his wife back and no amount of money can restore what you've lost.
2007-01-06 03:13:27 · answer #3 · answered by butrcupps 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can document the treatment, or lack thereof, then yes, a legal action against a hospital can definitely succeed--they may even settle out of court.
You need to talk to an attorney to find out if you have a case, though.
Good luck!
2007-01-06 02:25:43 · answer #4 · answered by Erika S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it can succeed. You need to speak with an attorney who specializes in malpractice law. He/She will be able to discover the facts regarding the situation with your wife. My condolences to you sir.
2007-01-06 03:08:58 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. You will need a lawyer who specializes in malpractice.
2007-01-06 02:28:59 · answer #6 · answered by notyou311 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Best advice is to talk to an attorney
2007-01-06 02:23:47 · answer #7 · answered by Claire 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋