Spokane Medical Malpractice Attorneys, Bodey & Bodey

(509) 327.3456

As a Spokane Medical Malpractice Attorney firm, the Law Offices of Bodey & Bodey represent businesses and individuals in Spokane and Eastern Washington State. Should you need a Spokane Medical Malpractice Attorney, to protect your rights due to a personal injury please call us at (509) 327.3456 for a private consultation. Bodey and Bodey specializes in the area of Personal Injury Law. Our firm focuses on what is important--the protection of our clients.

Helpful Information About Medical Malpractice

Spokane Medical Malpractice/Birth Injuries

In a medical malpractice or birth injury case, keep or obtain copies of all medical records that pertain to the medical treatment at issue, as well as those related to any second or third opinions obtained from other health care providers. Also, in cases where a physical injury is visible, be sure to take photos that depict any evidence of potentially improper medical treatment. Bodey & Bodey have extensive experience as a Spokane Medical Malpractice Attorney Firm. We are here to help you.

Preserve Evidence and Take Photos

If you or someone you love has a personal injury that may have been caused by a physician's or caregiver's carelessness you may need a Spokane Medical Malpractice Attorney to help. We advise preserving any physical evidence of the incident and your injuries can support your position in any legal claim you may decide to pursue. It is important to do this as soon as possible after the incident, because circumstances can change quickly and details could be forgotten.

Take Notes Throughout the Claim Process

As your claim progresses, continue to keep track of new developments by taking notes after any conversations with your insurance company, medical care providers, witnesses to the incident, and anyone else with whom you discuss important aspects of your case. Write down each person's name and contact information, the date and place of the conversation, and as much as you can remember about what was said.

You should continue to chronicle the day-to-day details of your injuries, including how they impact all aspects of your life, and keep track of your progress toward medical recovery. Making and referring to these notes will help you and your attorney throughout the claim process, and can assist in your effort to receive fair and adequate compensation for your injuries.

Take Notes About the Negligence and Your Personal Injury

Two critical issues in any legal claim after a personal injury are:
What exactly happened during the incident that gave rise to the claim?
What kind of harm resulted to cause the personal injury?
These issues will arise at many stages of a personal injury case, and more complex cases can last a year or more, so having a clear record to refer back to can contribute toward the success of your claim. One of the best ways to make sure that you preserve every important detail of your personal injury is to take notes as soon as possible after the incident, including what happened and the effects of your injuries on your daily life.

Although taking notes may be the last thing on your mind soon after what may be a traumatic injury experience, remember that it will help strengthen your position in a legal claim for your personal injuries. (Note: If you are unable to act quickly due to injuries or medical treatment, you might ask a loved one or close friend to help you follow the suggestions described below.) Bodey & Bodey, Spokane Medical Malpractice Attorney Firm, can help by writing down the details of your medical malpractice injury as you relate the details to us.

What Medical Malpractice Information To Write Down

As soon as you can, write down everything you can think of that relates to:
What exactly happened before, during, and after the treatment that led to your injury -- where you were in Spokane or Washington State, the time and place, weather conditions, who was present, what was said, how the incident played out, what you experienced and felt, and anything else that you feel may be important to record.

Extent of your Medical Malpractice Personal Injuries

Tell us what personal injuries you suffered (physical and mental), medical treatment you received (past and future), and the effect of your personal injuries on every aspect of your work, social, and personal life. This includes visits to the doctor and physical therapist, time missed from work, any planned vacations that were postponed or cancelled, and the effects that your personal injuries have had on your close family relationships.

Source: http://injury.findlaw.com/personal-injury/personal-injury-first