RHODE ISLAND MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAWYER

Medical malpractice is a national epidemic. Every year, 400,000 hospitalized patients experience preventable harm resulting in 100,000 deaths. Rhode Island has been ranked eighth among all states for the number of malpractice claims per capita.

Physicians face emergency situations where they must make urgent decisions using their best judgment with limited information. Sometimes, those decisions bring less than favorable outcomes. These situations do not necessarily constitute malpractice.

At the law office of Marasco & Nesselbush our personal injury lawyers hold doctors who harm patients through negligence accountable.

DO I HAVE A CASE?

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OUR CASE RESULTS

We are a leading Rhode Island personal injury law firm with over two decades of experience in multiple practice areas helping those wrongfully injured recover maximum compensation. Our efficacy is evidenced by the results we have achieved for our clients:

$5.1 million awarded in the wrongful death of a woman due to surgical negligence

$3 million recovered for the wrongful death of an infant who died due to medical negligence.

$1,000,000 settlement for a cancer survivor who was a victim of medical malpractice

$900,000 recovered for a victim of obstetrical medical negligence that resulted in infertility

$900,000 recovered for a family whose infant passed away due to a hospital’s failure to provide an interpreter

TYPES OF MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CASES WE HANDLE

Medical malpractice occurs in virtually every medical practice area.

WHO IS LIABLE FOR MEDICAL MALPRACTICE?

Any healthcare provider whose violation of a duty of care contributed to the injuries bears liability.

Healthcare providers include the following:

Hospitals
Long-term care facilities
Blood center
Pharmacy
Physician
Therapist
Home health entities
Health clinic
Pharmacist
Laboratory
Practitioner
Dentists

Any other health care facility, entity, practitioner or clinician

HOW MUCH COMPENSATION CAN I RECOVER FOR MY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CLAIM?

The amount of compensation you can receive is specific to the details of your case. Medical malpractice cases are complex. There is no settlement calculator or formula.

The following factors influence how much compensation you can receive:

The extent of your injuries. Injuries resulting in permanent disabilities generally result in higher compensation due to their lifetime impacts.
Your earnings prior to the injury. Higher-earning plaintiffs who have lost earning capacity can receive higher compensation than those in lower-paying fields.
Your share of fault. If you are partly at fault for your injuries, you can receive compensation, but your award will be diminished proportionately.
The quality of your legal representation. Successful medical malpractice cases require an experienced legal team.
The types of compensation you are eligible for. You may be eligible for economic, non-economic, and punitive damages.

WHAT IS THE TIME LIMIT TO FILE A MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAWSUIT IN RHODE ISLAND?

The statute of limitations in Rhode Island medical malpractice cases is 3 years from the date of the injury or from the date the injury became known or reasonably should have become known. It is imperative that you contact a competent medical malpractice attorney as early as possible to allow adequate time to build your case.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO RECEIVE MY COMPENSATION?

Medical malpractice claims tend to take months or years to resolve. While we prepare every case as if it is going to trial, we successfully settle most cases, which results in a faster resolution. The state of Rhode Island requires defendants and their insurance companies to pay compensation within 30 days after settlement to avoid the penalty of paying high interest.

Even after a successful verdict, cases that go to trial can be appealed, which can extend the time frame considerably.

HOW MUCH DOES A RHODE ISLAND MEDICAL MALPRACTICE ATTORNEY COST?

At Marasco & Nesselbush, we have removed financial barriers for medical malpractice victims to receive quality legal advice and representation. In addition to offering a free initial consultation, we do not charge fees unless and until we win you compensation. Our fee is 40% of the total recovery, an amount that is competitive with other personal injury attorneys.

WHY SHOULD I CHOOSE MARASCO & NESSELBUSH TO HANDLE MY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CASE?

We attribute our success to our commitment to hard work, honesty, intelligence, and integrity. We strive for nothing less than extraordinary results for each client. We value our attorney-client relationships and treat each client with the utmost dignity, compassion, and respect.

Our approach has won us recognition from our clients and peers. We are humbled to have been ranked in U.S. News & World Report as top-tier lawyers in three practice areas, including personal injury litigation, product liability litigation, and medical malpractice law.

Our staff of personal injury attorneys consistently receives designations for such distinguished honors as Super Lawyers and Rising Stars.

We accept personal injury cases throughout Rhode Island with office locations in Providence, Wakefield, Warwick, and Woonsocket.

“For anyone who is really looking for a team of Attorneys that will fight for you every second of the way, this here is the team you want and need in your corner. Attorney Ryan Kelley and his team helped me through such a difficult time after my accident. The stress of thinking what happens next was lifted off my shoulders.

Communication is key for me, and my M&N team was on point with the level of communication they provided. The get-well cards and flowers after surgery were just a special touch that brightened my day. I wasn’t treated like another number or another case, they really made me feel like family. They really care for you and your wellbeing. Words will never express but I will forever be grateful for all they have done for me. Thank you !!!!!”

Heather P.