Connecticut Medical Malpractice Attorneys

Some medical errors cannot be avoided. Medical malpractice victims can not avoid misdiagnosis, being given the wrong drugs, or having a medical instrument left inside their bodies during surgery. Educating yourself can be your best line of defense against future harm.

How can I avoid medical mistakes?

According to the Institute of Medicine there are several steps people can take to prevent medical errors: 

Avoiding Medical Mistakes at Home

  • Make sure you have a list of any and all prescription drugs, over the counter supplements, or vitamins you are taking and bring it with you when you see your doctor.

Avoiding Medical Errors at the Pharmacy

  • Match your prescription with the drugs and directions you are given at the pharmacy. Review these directions with your pharmacist as an added safety measure.
  • Ask your pharmacist how to take your prescription medications correctly, what potential side effects are, and what you need to do if you suffer adverse side effects.
  • Obtain written information about the prescription.

Medical Mistakes in Outpatient Care

  • Have the drug prescriber write down all relevant information about the medication, explain its proper use, and discuss any side effects that are associated with the prescription.
  • Ask for written material about the drugs you have been prescribed.

Inpatient Care Injuries and Medical Errors

  • Ask your doctor or nurse about the medications you have been prescribed. Don’t take any prescription drugs without being informed of their function.
  • If you are unable to self-monitor your medication use, insist on having a proxy present to do so.
  • If you are going to have a surgical procedure, check if there are medications (such as antibiotics) that you will need to take before surgery.
  • Before being discharged from a hospital or rehabilitation facility, ask for a list of all the prescription drugs you will be taking at home, as well as a walk-through with your doctor or nurse to be sure you understand how each prescription should be taken.

Put the Power of Perkins to work for you

If you have been wrongfully injured, contact our experienced team of legal professionals.  We offer you:

  • Free initial consultation
  • Flexible appointment schedule
  • Home visits for clients without transportation
  • Personal service through the Perkins case management system

Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers operates on a contingency fee basis—if you do not receive money, we do not get paid.  Call 800-Perkins today.

Serving clients throughout Connecticut

Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers has offices in the New Haven, Bridgeport, and Hartford areas.  Perkins investigators are ready to visit you to discuss your new case anywhere in or out of Connecticut.

Ask Perkins:

  •   I am injured but I do not have any money or any insurance. What can I do?

    First, it is extremely important for you to go to a doctor, both for your health and to substantiate your case. Next, come to us. We work on a contingency fee basis and will not charge you any fees for our services unless we win your case. We will help you recover money to pay for your medical expenses.

    With Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers, clients never have to worry about legal fees while they are struggling to pay medical bills. We take care of you.

  •   How can you help me?

    Perkins can help you in a number of ways. We evaluate your case, determine if you are eligible for compensation, and develop a plan to gain you compensation. A case management team is assigned to your case. This team tracks all your paperwork and appointments and helps you document your medical records. We make sure you seek treatment for any new injuries. We will even drive you to the doctor’s office if you have no transportation.

  •   How do I know if I have a claim?

    The best, quickest way to find out if you have an injury case in Connecticut is to speak to a qualified legal professional. When you call Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers, you speak to Dawn Soffer, our call intake manager. She writes a detailed report of your accident. Your case is then reviewed by an experienced staff member and a personal injury attorney.

    We are honest and open. If we do not believe you have a valid injury case, we will let you know immediately.

  •   Should I speak to another attorney about my case?

    Some people are reassured by a second opinion. Many of our own clients come to us frustrated with the care—or lack of care—from their former lawyers. At Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers, we want you to feel confident and secure in your attorney selection. Our team works hard to ensure your experience with us is a good one.

  •   An insurance company offered me a settlement shortly after I was injured. Should I take it?

    Though the offer may be tempting, you should never take a settlement without consulting an attorney. Our Connecticut personal injury lawyers have extensive experience negotiating settlements. We know when an offer is fair compensation and when you are being low-balled. We do not let clients walk away with less than they deserve.

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